selling your home: Is your Kamloops House Overpriced? - 10/14/11 03:53 AM

 
 
Your Kamloops home has all the benefits: hardwood, fresh paint, a great security system, heated pool, and a built-in barbecue pit.  But, why is your perfect home still on the market after 4 long months?  In today’s buyers market, your home may be overpriced.  That may be a tough pill to swallow after all of the hard work you put into your home, but the market just isn’t on your side right now.  So, how can you tell if your home is priced to sell or priced to stay?  Here are a few warning signs that you’ll be … (0 comments)

selling your home: Tile or Concrete? Which is the best flooring choice for your Kamloops Home? - 10/03/11 04:10 AM
For the last several decades, tile has been one of the most common choices for flooring in many Kamloops homes.  It’s durable, comes in various sizes and colors, and has products to match most budgets.  In recent years, however, many consumers have turned to polished concrete as a flooring alternative.  Although it started as cost-effective flooring for commercial spaces, homeowners have started to discover this durable, cost-effective flooring option.  However, which one is the right choice for you?  Whether your choose tile and polished concrete, both are durable, have reasonable price options, and look great.  Both can support radiant floor heating … (6 comments)

selling your home: Keeping friends close after your move to Kamloops - 09/23/11 03:59 AM
In today’s busy world, friendships have changed.  We no longer live in a time where hand-written letters and cards are exchanged or weekly “social calls” are a way of life.  Instead, we live in a world of cell phones, Skype, and text messaging.  With all of these inventions, you would think that keeping up with long distance friends would be easy… somehow; we seem to be losing the battle of maintaining long distance friendships following a move.  But, there are some easy ways to stay in touch with old friends when you move to Kamloops:
 
1.    Set aside time: Remember, … (2 comments)

selling your home: Your Kamloops Home Fall Checklist - 09/09/11 04:22 AM
September is here. Soon, fall breezes will replace warm sunny afternoons and trees will begin to shed. And that can only mean one thing—winter isn’t far away.  Fall brings a great opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and finish the projects we started on our Kamloops home over the summer.  It also gives us a chance to get a jump on preparing for the harshness of winter. Therefore, as your summer vacations end, here are some home projects to focus on this fall:
 
      1.     Windows:  The beauty of Kamloops  is best viewed through clean windows.  The inside, outside, and … (4 comments)

selling your home: Don’t Lose a Sale Because of an Avoidable Mistake! - 09/05/11 03:28 AM
Selling your Kamloops home can be an exhausting experience—from the challenges of keeping your home clean to working around last minute showings, your house can feel like it already belongs to someone else.  Today’s market is tough, and there is a lot of competition for homes.  Phoebe Chongchua of Realty Times recently identified the top mistakes many sellers make—and these mistakes can result in you getting less money for your home or not selling the home at all.  To be sure you get top dollar for your home, be sure to avoid these common mistakes:
1.      Staying for Showings:  Simply put, … (0 comments)

selling your home: Don't get scammed on your spring renovation. - 04/28/11 05:43 AM
With warmer weather approaching, many of you may be looking at plans for spring renovations.  New decks, updated bathrooms, and bedroom additions are all common renovations that can add functionality and value to your Kamloops home. A recent article from Michael Sanibel identified several renovation scams that you should consider as you make your plans:
1.     The One-Time Deal.  This is one of the oldest scams in the book.  Often, you will receive a  "special" mailing or phone call that says the contractor can do your work for a great price if you'll sign the contract today.     While sales and specials … (2 comments)

selling your home: Leaping Into Spring Gardens! - 04/05/11 05:47 AM

Spring is here! The sun is out, days are getting longer, and it's time to plant beautiful flowers...well, almost.  Bouquets of fresh picked roses, homemade salsa, and juicy berries are just a few rewards you can garner from your garden. But, before you plant those seeds and saplings at your Kamloops home, there are few preparations to be made:
1.    Tool check up. After a winter in the shed, take inventory of tools and make sure you have the basics and they are still in good condition. Basic tools include a trowel, shovel, cultivating fork and gardening gloves. You may … (6 comments)

selling your home: Buy and Sell Certified - 03/30/11 03:14 AM


Buying a pre-owned home can be risky.  You don't know how well the previous owner has cared for the home, and you may not have a clear understanding of the condition of systems inside the home, such as heating and cooling, the roof, or major appliances. 
I am pleased to be the exclusive provider in Kamloops for Certified Pre-Owned Homes.  This new program will allow buyers to feel comfortable with the condition of the pre-owned home they are purchasing, and will allow sellers to garner the maximum price for their home.
First of all, what is a … (0 comments)

selling your home: Are you Ready to Sell? - 03/22/11 04:41 AM

So, you're thinking about selling your Kamloops home.  Is your home ready? In previous years, you could often put a sign in the front yard, and the house would sell...as is.  Those days are gone.   In today's competitive market, there are a few things you need to do before opening your doors to an agent or potential buyer:
1.  First impressions last forever!  When you roll into your driveway, what do you see?  Is it inviting and clean or do you want to put the car in gear and just drive away?  This is a decision a potential buyer must … (0 comments)

selling your home: Bathroom Renovations that Won't Break the Bank - 02/21/11 03:37 AM
 Bathrooms are probably the most used and abused areas of our Kamloops homes. They are also one of the most cost effective areas to remodel.  Unfortunately, many of us put off renovating bathrooms due to the associated cost.  But, while professionals estimate the typical bathroom remodel will cost around $19,000, there are many budget-friendly, weekend projects you can do to update and overhaul the look of your bathroom without breaking the bank:
1.    Fresh Paint: We all know a fresh coat of paint can breathe new life into virtually any room. Wall color can provide a great backdrop for accents in … (3 comments)

selling your home: Open House Do’s & Don’ts to get your Kamloops Home SOLD - 01/19/11 02:16 AM
When selling your Kamloops house there will be open houses.  While these may seem a nuisance that interfere with your busy daily life, they are a necessity for getting people in and seeing your beautiful home who may otherwise not have taken the initiative to see it.  
Besides the open houses, there will also be agents bringing potential buyers into your home during the week and at different times of the day.  Here's a list a list of do's and don'ts for you to follow when Eric Putoto tells you he'd like to hold an open house.   If you'll be living … (2 comments)

 
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