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Property Maintenance Tips for This Spring
Spring is finally here, and with it comes the ideal opportunity to revitalize your property after the harsh winter months.Taking care of your property is essential to ensure that it stays in tip top condition for as long as possible. From smaller tasks to larger upgrades, there are plenty of projects you can undergo to embrace the warmer weather. In this blog, we’ll explore some essential property maintenance tips to help you get your home in tip-top shape this season.
Lawn Care
Maintaining a healthy lawn requires more than just watering and...
Low-Budget, High-Impact Home Upgrades
There are a variety of upgrades and renovations that can add a lot to your home, but only if done tastefully and strategically. This can sometimes be difficult to achieve however, as your budget, spare time or both could be limited. In this blog, we’ll discuss various budget-friendly projects you can pursue to raise the value of your home while improving both decor and functionality. No matter if you’re planning an upcoming sale or in it for the long haul, it’s worth your while to consider one or more of the following options.
Living Areas
When it...
Managing your First Rental Property
Becoming a landlord can be a rewarding experience, but it also requires careful planning and preparation. Before you begin investing in any sort of rental property, you’re going to want to ensure that you have a deep understanding of your responsibilities and that you’re prepared for the challenges of owning a rental property. Here are some quick tips, tricks, and things to remember.
Tenants
Who are your tenants? Have they rented in the past? These are crucial factors for you to consider when purchasing a rental property. Choosing a responsible tenant an...
Top Tips for First-Time Flippers
If you’re looking for a creative outlet and investment opportunity all-in-one, flipping a house can be an excellent choice. If you’re going to pursue a flip, you’re going to need a large and flexible budget. This is because of the numerous upgrades and renovations that you will have to go through, including the many variables they’ll pose along the way. In this blog, we’ll touch on what to look for in a house, including some tips and tricks to get the best return possible.
Don’t overpay
You’ve probably heard the term “buy low, sell high” whe...
Why Choose a Royal LePager?
When it comes to real estate, you will likely be making some of the most significant financial decisions of your life. This is why it’s important to consult qualified experts with extensive professional experience. Royal LePagers are well-equipped with a variety of powerful tools and effective resources to help along the way. In this blog, we’ll cover some of the many compelling reasons to choose a Royal LePager to help with any of your real estate needs.
Training
Royal LePagers frequently engage in high-level training to sharpen our skill set, gi...
Make Your Curb Appeal Pop This Winter
Now that it’s wintertime, real estate transactions will have slowed down. Although homes may not be selling as quickly or frequently as they were in recent months, that doesn’t mean that you should abandon your curb appeal and wait again until spring. Oftentimes, buyers will use the winter months to explore what’s still on the market. Sellers will have less competition and may receive some offers worth considering. For this reason, you’re going to want your home to stand out among the others in your neighbourhood. After all, the winter landscape can crea...
Indoor Home Renovations for the Winter Months
It is time to start this renovation
Because of the chilly winds and snowy conditions, the colder months can have you spend quite a bit of your day indoors. If you’ve got some time on your hands and you’re looking for something productive to keep you busy this season, we’ve got some suggestions for some upgrades that can easily be done during the wintertime without causing a chilly draft in your home.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms are an incredibly popular room to renovate, mostly because of their versatility in terms of budget as well as look and feel. If y...
Winter Home Safety & Maintenance Tips
Keep your home warm.
A technician performing heater maintenance.
Make sure to check your HVAC appliances frequently, especially your heating system. These systems are crucial for winter living, but they can come under a lot of wear and tear in the process of keeping your home warm. If your system is having a hard time reaching certain rooms, consider installing space heaters there. Cranking up your heater to account for colder rooms can use a lot of power and provide disproportionate amounts of heat to your home.
Also make sure you seal up any holes or c...
The “Dos” and “Don’ts” of Home Staging
Think about the purchaser’s end goal
The first thing you’ll want to do is think about who your potential buyers may be, and what they may be looking for in a home. After all, your end goal is to leave — so staging decisions shouldn’t be based on your own personal preference. Is your audience looking to upsize, downsize or start a family? Are your home and property both pet-friendly? Is your home close to parks, schools, businesses, or other amenities? If you can, fine-tune your decor to meet their needs.
Hire a professional photographer
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Top Tips for Choosing a Home for Your Family
Choosing the right home for your growing family can be complicated. There’s so much to consider, from what to look for in the house itself to the property and surrounding neighbourhood.
Planting your family roots is a necessary process and we want to make sure it goes as smoothly as possible. In this blog, we’ll cover some important features that you should look for while you browse.
Find or create a suitable play space for your kids.
One of the first and foremost priorities for a growing family is to find a home with a safe play area for the kids...
Moving with Children
Moving can be a stressful process. There are strict deadlines that have to be met and large-scale financial decisions that have to be made. For you, closing and making the move is likely a process you’re looking forward to, and that’s understandable.
Often though, moving is a confusing, emotional process for the little ones as their entire world is about to change. They may even be switching schools, which can be an emotional process of its own. This is why it’s crucial to make sure you take your childrens’ interests into consideration well befor...
Fall Maintenance Checklist
The leaves are changing colour and some of the most beautiful scenery of the year is yet to come. Although it may be cool and blustery, that’s exactly what makes the coming months all the cozier.
In order to capitalize on such an amazing backdrop, there are a few maintenance tasks that may be required to keep your home looking and functioning its best. In this article, we’ll take you through a checklist of fall maintenance tasks that should generally be done no matter the home.
Rake your leaves as much as possible.
As the seasons change, falling l...