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Category: Real Estate (39 posts)
5 Things NOT to do When Selling Your Home
March 16, 2023 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ...
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Why are Canadians moving and where?
December 7, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Why are Canadians moving and where? During the pandemic, millions of people moved. Everyone moved for different reasons, and while 84% of Canadians didn’t need a change due to the pandemic, the ...
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10 Things to Know About the Offer Process
November 30, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
10 Things to Know About the Offer Process Before making an offer on your dream house, here are the ten things you need to know about buying real estate to ensure your offer is solid. Buying real e ...
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10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor
November 9, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
10 Important Questions to Ask Your Contractor Are you thinking about hiring a contractor before selling real estate? Here are ten important questions you should ask the contractor before signing a co ...
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Common Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them
October 12, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Mistakes That Can Make House Flipping a Flop Common Mistakes That House Flippers Make & How to Avoid Them Making it in the world of house flipping means making sound and prudent decisions. Read on t ...
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How Many Homes Should You View Before Buying?
August 10, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
If you are beginning the home-buying process, you may begin to wonder how long it will take until you find the perfect home for you and your family. The answer to that varies due to different factors. ...
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Tips for Buying Rental Investment Properties
July 6, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Most people float the idea of investment property around at some point in their life, and the growing popularity of real estate buy-and-flip shows only makes the prospect more enticing. However, befor ...
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5 Negotiation Secrets Smart Buyers Use to Get Better Deals
June 22, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Being a buyer in today's real estate market can be challenging. The market is very competitive right now, making the average buyer feel like it is impossible to secure a good deal. Luckily, some trick ...
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Home-Buying 101: A Guide to Purchasing Your First Home
April 20, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Home-Buying 101: A Guide to Purchasing Your First Home Buying a home involves a lot of complex steps, but by doing your homework ahead of time, you can boost your know-how and have more confidence in ...
read more5 Benefits of an Investment Property
April 6, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
5 Benefits of an Investment Property Building a strong real estate portfolio is a great way to create passive income now and a strong investment portfolio for later. If you are looking at buildin ...
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Tips for Picking the Right Home to Flip
March 16, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Guide to Choosing a House to Flip for Maximum Profit Not every property will make a promising flip. Here is everything you need to know to maximize your profits from the very start while minimizing ...
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Can Housing Upgrades Affect Your Insurance?
February 23, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Housing upgrades have the potential to leave you underinsured so it is important to always contact your home insurance before starting a home renovation. Home renovations are trendy right now due to ...
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Rent to Own Homes vs. Mortgage: How Do They Work?
February 9, 2022 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Rent to Own Homes vs. Mortgage: How Do They Work? If you're hoping to achieve your dreams of homeownership, rent-to-own and mortgage are two options to consider. Here is everything you need to know a ...
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Five Great Benefits of Owning an Investment Property
October 20, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Five Great Benefits of an Investment Property Maybe you have considered investing in real estate but aren't sure if it's the right move for you. There are several benefits to an investment property, ...
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September 15, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
How to Handle a Low-Ball Offer in Real Estate - Home Selling Advice How to negotiate and handle low-ball offers on your real estate property in a buyer's market without compromising the value or wort ...
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Buying Land To Build A Home in Fort McMurray, Alberta
June 16, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Buying Land To Build A Home If you've been dreaming of escaping your unruly neighbors, the hubbub of the city, or the restrictions of your homeowners' association, then buying land to build a home is ...
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Your House-Closing Timeline: A Step-By-Step Guide | Fort McMurray, Alberta
June 7, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
The process of buying a house can be quite exciting. However, the process is laborious, and it can also be nerve-wracking, especially if you do not know what to expect at what stage. The process is lo ...
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What Are the Next Steps After Your Offer Was Rejected? In Fort McMurray, Alberta
May 19, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
What are the next steps after your offer was rejected? Finding an ideal home can be a daunting process. It involves talking to a wide range of realtors and having a myriad of meetings with your mortg ...
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Investing In An Apartment Complex
May 5, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Investing In An Apartment Complex Investing in an apartment complex is one of the most effective ways of building wealth in the real estate industry. Some of the benefits that are associated with inv ...
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Things To Look Out For When Viewing A Property
April 21, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Becoming a homeowner can be quite an exciting experience; however, house hunting is not a process without challenges. Depending on your personal preferences, needs, and budget, you need to carefully ...
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Buying A Home As A Senior Citizen | Fort McMurray, Alberta
April 7, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Buying a home is for everyone — or those who can afford to pay for their mortgage. Albeit you're 60 or 70 years old, it's possible and beneficial to own a home so long as you have the financial mean ...
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Benefits of Investing in Multi-Family Real Estate in Fort McMurray, Alberta
January 7, 2021 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
What is Multi-Family Real Estate? Any residential property that contains more than one housing unit is classed as multi-family real estate. Some of the most prevalent examples of multi-family real ...
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Top 3 Biggest Home Seller Mistakes Fort McMurray, Alberta
December 16, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Selling a home can be a daunting process; finding a real estate professional may help ease a lot of the stress. They will not only help find a buyer and undertake the complex process of closing the de ...
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Renting Versus Buying a Home in Fort McMurray, Alberta
November 18, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Your colleagues, friends, and family may be enjoying the comfort of their homes, but you're still living in a rental property. Such situations may compel someone to think about purchasing a property. ...
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Five Tips for Buying a Condo in Fort McMurray, Alberta
November 4, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Yaaay! You finally got enough to facilitate the down payment of your first condo, or perhaps this is your investment property. Here is a simplified guide that includes some tips for buying a condo.& ...
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Cons of For Sale By Owner (FSBO) in Fort McMurray, Alberta
October 14, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
You finally place your ad on the for sale by owner site! You are looking forward to answering tons of inquiries about your beautiful home but heard nothing yet. Selling your home shouldn't be this har ...
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Real Estate 101: Getting Your Home Ready To Show in Fort McMurray, Alberta
September 30, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
So...you decided to sell your home? This was not a decision that was taken lightly. This is a home you've grown fond of and grown in love with deeply. Countless memories were created, maybe your child ...
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Tips for Real Estate Investors in Fort McMurray, Alberta
September 16, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
In today's business world, investing has gone beyond traditional assets, such as stocks and mutual funds. The real estate industry presents excellent investment options and a chance to expand your por ...
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Advice for First-Time Home Sellers in Fort McMurray, Alberta
August 19, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
When buying your home, you probably dreamt of passing it down to future generations. Now, things turned out different and you are looking to sell. You fell in love with your home and made a ton of ...
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5 Things NOT To Do When Selling Your House in Fort McMurray, Alberta
July 22, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
The process of selling a residential property can be time-consuming and emotionally involving, especially if it is your first sale. While your home's curb appeal influences a prospective buyer's poten ...
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Home Inspections, How They Can Benefit Home Buyers and Sellers in Fort McMurray, Alberta
July 8, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Owning a home is one of the most valuable investments you can make. While good living spaces should be as comfortable as possible, with time they should also be able to increase their ROI. That's wh ...
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Useful Tips for Buying and Selling A Home During Covid-19 in Fort McMurray, Alberta
June 17, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
The coronavirus pandemic has derailed buying and selling activities in the property market. Albeit fewer homes have been listed for sale, the industry is gradually recovering. Prospective buyers can m ...
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6 Persistent Real Estate Myths You Really Need to Ignore in Fort McMurray, Alberta
March 4, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Whether you're a home-buyer or a seller, it pays to understand the real estate market if you want to get a good deal. Unfortunately, a series of damaging ideas has grown up around real estate which ca ...
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Why A Lawyer?
February 5, 2020 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Building a team of professionals to support you through your real estate transaction is essential. Whether you are buying your first home, your next home, downsizing or looking for a vacation home, ...
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How to Turn Your Fort McMurray Home into a Rental Property and Not Live to Regret It
December 18, 2019 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Thinking about turning your home into a rental property?If you are having trouble selling your home, you have a number of options. You could stay in the property and hope for the best, but if you have ...
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4 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Agent When Selling Your Home in Fort McMurray, AB
December 4, 2019 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Selling your home is a big decision, and it's often a long and complex undertaking. Hiring a real estate agent can make every step of the home-selling process easier, from setting an asking price to c ...
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Four Tips to Sell Your Home in a Hurry
October 28, 2019 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Selling your home can be a time-consuming process - a situation which is less than ideal if you want to move sooner rather than later. Luckily, though, there are a few things that you can do ...
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The Benefits of Investing in Income Producing Properties
September 23, 2019 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
Making money in any real estate venture is a difficult task, and many people don't have the skills (or the stomach) for flipping houses. An alternative to this intrinsically risky activity is to purch ...
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4 Hidden Problems That Could Be Hurting Your Home Sale
September 16, 2019 | Posted by: Barb Pinsent
One of the biggest fears that home sellers have is that their property will end up on the real estate market for months on end. This is a nightmare for a number of reasons. First of all, having your h ...
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