“Price it right, and it will sell,” is a common refrain in the real estate business, but how do REALTORS® determine the proper list price for your home?
How To
Home staging: small details pay big dividends for sellers
When you’re selling your home in a buyers’ market, the subtleties of staging can make a world of difference.
“Getting an edge on the competition is all about presentation and pricing,” said Nancy Ball, a REALTOR® with CIR Realty in Calgary. Ball has come to be known as the “Home Staging Realtor,” and these are her tips for home-staging success. (more…)
Deciding when to DIY, and when to hire a professional
Renovations or repairs to your home can make it a nicer place to live and add resale value for the future. But when it comes to home improvement projects, the first decision to make is whether you should do it yourself or leave it to the professionals.
Mikael Anderson, Western Canada director of field services with Lowe’s Canada, says customers at the company’s Lowe’s and Rona stores tackle all sorts of home renovations, but preparation is key.
Packing up plants
How to take pieces of your garden with you when you move
If you want to move your entire garden when you sell your home, think again. First, it’s illegal, and second, plants ripped out randomly in summer wilt and die unless pampered.
But what if you have a sentimental piece of grandma’s peony, a special perennial plant or a friend’s perfect poppy? Taking bits and pieces of your garden with you without changing the look of the yard is possible with these tips: (more…)
Free parking
How building a garage can dramatically increase your home value
Driving has always been a way of life for Calgarians, and given the ubiquity of cars in in the city, garages are a must for almost every home.
Whether looking to build a home for the first time or renovating an old one, detached or attached garages are the options most builders choose. However, special builds also exist and can even include underground parking or tunnels, at costs upwards of $35,000 for a triple-detached unit.