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7 Key Factors to Consider When Selling or Buying a Home

In Surrey’s real estate landscape, homeownership meets the realities of market fluctuations. Here, buyers and sellers face a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The Surrey real estate scene is a tapestry of neighbourhoods, economic conditions,…

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A Look at BC’s New Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act

The booming short-term rental industry in British Columbia lacks proper regulation, leading to: What’s the best way to address these challenges? Enter the B.C. government’s new Short-term Rental Accommodations Act. This legislation aims to regulate and…

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6 Maintenance and Repairs Every Homeowner Should Know

In South Surrey, Canada, the importance of home maintenance and repairs cannot be overstated for both buyers and sellers. Considering buying your dream home? Are you wondering how you’ll maintain it post-purchase? Or perhaps you’re thinking…

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Crafting the Perfect Home Maintenance Plan

Every homeowner understands the joy of holding the keys to a new home. For homebuyers in South Surrey, that joy is juxtaposed with the responsibility to maintain the value and safety of their property. And for…

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Should You Buy a New Home Before Selling Your Existing One?

Should I buy my next home first, or should I sell my current home before I buy my new one? This question has plagued would-be home buyers from taking action towards buying their next home for…

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How to Sell Your Home and Buy a New One Without Stress

Oftentimes, my phone rings with would-be home sellers and wanna-be home buyers who just want to get out of their current property and move into something bigger. Their reasons for this are many; maybe they want…

REALTORS, Let’s talk about your “Award…”

I want to talk to you today about Realtor Awards. And this post is less about having a post for the general public but for the many realtors from across the country that read my posts….

BC residents… Alberta is calling. Will you answer?

Alberta is calling, and the question is, will you answer the phone call? You’ve probably heard the ads on the radio, maybe driving to work. You’ve probably seen the ads all over the Internet. You’ve probably…

Preparing Your Pet-Friendly Home for Sale

As a pet owner, you know that your furry friends are more than just animals – they’re an integral part of your family. But when it comes to selling your home, it’s essential to consider how…

Real Estate Experts Reveal the Best Time to Sell Your Home

Can you smell that? It’s not fresh coffee brewing, it’s the scent of a hot real estate market! Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent or a new homeowner dipping your toes in the housing market,…

Current Real Estate Housing Market in Canada and Its Impact on Buyers and Sellers

2022 was a record-breaking year. But in all of the bad ways. Not only all the bad ways, but all the wrong ways! We were in an environment of rapidly rising Canadian interest rates. The cost…

Creating a Home Repair Budget: How Much Should You Set Aside?

“Expect the unexpected” might sound like a cliché, but it’s particularly fitting when it comes to home ownership. Your home, whether it’s a cute apartment or a spacious mansion, isn’t immune to the surprises of sudden…

How the Wrong Pricing Strategy Can Cost You Thousands

As you’re probably aware, the list price you set for your property has an impact on how quickly it sells — and how much you earn on the sale. What you may not realize is just…

Counter Offer on a House: Tips for Negotiating in a Seller’s Market

Real estate transactions in a seller’s market are a challenging blend of high demand, low supply, and increasing list prices. This creates a unique hurdle for potential buyers trying to secure a property within their budget….

Making Your Kitchen More Attractive to Buyers

What’s one of the most important rooms in your home? When it comes to selling your property quickly and for the best price, the answer is clearly the kitchen. In fact, one of the most common…

Sell then buy or buy then sell? The answer may surprise you!

Sell or buy first? It is a question we get asked ALL THE TIME. And the answer is never perfect. When wanting to move to a new home, what do you do first: 1) Sell your current…

Should You Buy the Latest Home Automation Gadgets?

You’re at work when the thought hits you, “Did I lock the door when I left this morning?” You check your smartphone, see that you didn’t, and click the “LOCK” button. Now your house is secure….

Surrey REALTOR confesses secrets to save on real estate commission

I don’t think that anyone thinks it’s a secret that selling a home can be expensive. After all the fees, including realtor fees, lawyer fees, land transfer fees, and taxes, selling a home can really add…

10 Backyard Staging Ideas to Impress Potential Buyers

In today’s competitive market, creating a lasting impression is key. According to HomeLight’s 2022 report, on average, buyers pay 7% more for a home with great curb appeal. Neglected exteriors lower the value. Use the trend…

Why Are Real Estate Commissions So Expensive?

Realtors are great people, but no one really loves paying for one. I get it. Real estate commissions are expensive. Realtors are like the entry gate at Disneyland: we’re there, you have to use us, but…

Questions to Ask All Realtors Before You Sell

You really don’t want to list your home for sale with just anybody, do you? Let us help you with our list of simple questions to ask realtors before you list your home for sale. These…

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Surrey Homeowners: The $40,000 Selling Mistake to Avoid

Let’s be blunt. Overpricing your home will cost you—big time. I once watched a Seller lose more than $40,000 because he chased a fantasy price instead of listening to the market. I’m sharing this so you…