HOME FIRE DRILLS: Suppose you’ve just heard a smoke alarm…what would you do? What would your children do? From the time the smoke alarm sounds until the fire is out of control you may have only minutes, or seconds, to get out. Many people make…
Location, location, location… …you’ve probably heard this adage many times but… what does it mean? LOCATION is one of the most important aspects of consideration when establishing the value of a property. For example, two identical homes can be priced – and valued – poles…
Curb appeal Talking about Curb appeal, like personal taste, is difficult to define – it’s a pleasing blend of architecture, colour, design elements, landscaping and other touches that make a house attractive and appealing at first glance. A home with curb appeal makes a favourable…
Getting your home ready for sale is all about making a great first impression Expect potential buyers to take 10 to 15 minutes, tops, to walk through your home and decide whether they like it or not – that’s how long you have for your…
Thinking of Downsizing your Home? There are many reasons you may be considering downsizing… More time. Fewer rooms or smaller spaces will cut down on the time you’ll spend on cleaning and maintenance. Lower utility costs. It costs less to heat/cool a smaller home. Less square…
If you’ve decided to look for a new house, ‘thinking ahead’ is one of the musts when shopping for a home. Before embarking on the search for your perfect home, take an hour or so and make a two-pronged priority list. A ‘must-have’ column and…