10 Easy Home Projects to Tackle Without Buying Anything New
Tags: Real Estate, Vernon, Buying, New Home, Tips, Cleaning Home, House Tips
Turn your house upside down, give it a shake and put it back together in a way you absolutely love! Tackle Closets Even the most organized people can have a messy closet. Remove everything out of the closet, purge what you no longer use, either garbage or donation, and clean the interior. Organize as you are putting your items back in, putting your frequently used items in easy to rea...Read More
Tips for Saving a Down Payment for your First Home
Tags: Real Estate, Vernon, Buying, New Home, Tips, Down Payment, Saving for Down Payment, Okanagan
Saving up for a down payment on a home requires more than just setting aside a few dollars each month. With the minimum requirement for a down payment of 5% and the price of housing raising your investment strategy will now have to be a bit creative. Canadians have the advantage of several investment savings accounts that can help them reach their homeownership goals faster. These accounts offer t...Read More
Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal Affordably
Tags: Vernon Real Estate, Okanagan Real Estate, Home Repair, Curb Appeal, Home for Sale, Home
We all know that to sell your home you need to clean the inside of your home, but we tend to neglect the outside. Improving your home's curb appeal is a great way to increase its value and attract potential buyers. Here are some affordable projects you can do to enhance the exterior of your home. Lawn Maintenance Keep your lawn looking neat and tidy by mowing it regularly, pulling weeds, raki...Read More
Lawn Care Tips
Tags: Real Estate, Vernon , Okanagan, Gardening, Lawn Care, Lawn, Yard, Grass, Grass care, Lawn care tips
A nice, well-maintained lawn can add significant value to your home; it not only enhances the curb appeal of your property but also creates an inviting and attractive outdoor living space. A lush green lawn can make your home stand out in the neighborhood and give potential buyers a positive first impression. As well as a scenic vista, a healthy lawn can provide functional benefits, such a...Read More
Tips for Selling your Home in a Cooling Market
Tags: Selling Home, Real Estate, Vernon, Cooling Real Estate Market, Okanagan Real Estate, How to Sell my Home
As a Canadian home seller navigating a cooling housing market can be challenging. However, there are several strategies that you can employ to ensure that your home sells quickly and at a reasonable price. Here are some tips to help you get your home sold. Price your home realistically One of the most crucial factors in selling a home is pricing it accurately. In a cooling market, it's ...Read More
Tips for a Pet-Friendly Home
Tags: Pet-Friendly, Pet Safety, Real Estate, Buying Home, Renovating Home, Vernon Real Estate
Pets are beloved members of our families, and we want them to be comfortable and safe in our homes. Here are some tips to share on how to make your home pet-friendly when purchasing a new home or renovating your existing home: Choose pet-friendly flooring: Flooring is one of the essential aspects to consider when making your home pet-friendly. Avoid carpeting, as it can trap pet hair,...Read More
6 Tips for a Free Form Gallery Wall
Tags: Real Estate, Picture Wall, Vernon, New Home, Hanging Pictures, Hanging Art Work, Okanagan, Home decor
A gallery picture wall is a great way to add a personal touch to your home decor. It can showcase your favorite memories, artwork, or photographs, and add a unique focal point to your living space. However, creating a gallery picture wall can seem overwhelming, especially if you are unsure where to start. To help you get started, here are six tips for creating a gallery picture wall: Plan t...Read More
Tax Saving Tips for Canadian Home Owners
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Tax Saving Tips for Canadian Homeowners Owning a home is a significant investment for many Canadians, and the federal government provides a range of tax breaks to help homeowners manage the costs of homeownership. Here are some of the most important tax breaks that Canadian homeowners should be aware of. Principal Residence Exemption The Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) is a tax ...Read More
What is a Credit Score and why is it important?
Tags: Coldwell Banker, Real Estate, Okanagan, Credit Score, Property, First Time Buyer, Mortgage
What is a Credit Score, and why is it important There are a handful of indicators that play a role in shaping your credit score. Financial institutions look at your credit report and credit score to decide if they will lend you money. Your credit score is determined from the compiled information from your credit report. It is evaluated on how well you manage credit and this determines what kind o...Read More
4 Things to Avoid when Closing on a Home
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4 Things to Avoid when Closing on a Home Your offer on a house has been accepted but there is still a lot to get done. In-between the final signature and you moving in you will have to navigate through the closing process – along with the costs associated with them. These costs can include deposit, title search, home inspection, lending costs, and the final loan costs. When being approved f...Read More