First of all, don’t despair! Even at the height of our busiest times in the past few years, approximately 25% of listings did not sell during the first listing period, becoming an expired listing. So you are not alone. But now is the time to take a closer look at why the listing failed to sell. Here are a couple of the major reasons this could be:
1) Inadequate Marketing: A major contributor ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on May 1, 2012
Why you should consider a condo?
In Winnipeg’s continuing hot real estate market why wouldn’t you consider all your options when you are wanting to purchase a property. Why not investigate the advantages of buying a condominium?
Less Bidding Wars
Houses are typically recipients of a large number of offers and sometimes require giving ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on April 8, 2012
Buying a former grow-op
General rule: never buy a stigmatized house. But there are reasons when it makes sense to consider these less-than-desirable properties.
The listing looked good. A detached three-bedroom in one of Toronto’s older west-end, working class neighbourhoods. It was a solidly built home, with plenty of parking, and great access to stores and transit. But, buried deep within ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on March 17, 2012
Winnipeg Spring Market 2012:
Just yesterday I had a friend ask “what is the spring market prediction for sellers” ?
I get this question a lot, along with “how’s the Winnipeg real estate”? My answer/question is typically, great! What are you looking for? Do you want to buy, sell or invest?
During the past 7 years, the answer has always been: “Right ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on February 19, 2012
What shall we offer?
Perhaps the most common question would-be home buyers ask me is “What do you think this house will sell for?”.
The answer would be “Whatever someone is willing to pay for it.” (supply and demand) No one can predict the final selling price. It all depends on how many offers there are on a house, and how badly someone wants ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on January 8, 2012
Although Spring has always has been the time with most real estate transactions taking place for the year, the Winter months still bring in high sales number for those who choose to sell during the snow fall. Typically most sellers don’t put their homes on the market during the last or first couple of months of the year but at times…there is no choice and this article will tell you why ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on November 25, 2011
Alison Maharaj REALTOR®ALISON AND THE CITY
Century 21 Bachman & Associates
alison.maharaj@century21.caalisonmaharajproperties.com
Dear Friends,
Hope this "ALISON AND THE CITY" newsletter finds you well and enjoying the last few
days of sunny warm weather.
I have ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on October 1, 2011
Energy efficiency is one of the important sources of energy. It is basically an ability, to use less energy to produce the same amount of output, with desired quality and performance. A reduction in five percent of energy, can save the equivalent of 10 million barrels of oil a day. Using energy efficiently can reduce carbon emission and conserve the supplies that we own. In fact, everyone benefits ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on September 14, 2011
Cracks and Stains On Your Asphalt
Has your asphalt driveway or patio become tired looking with cracks and oil stains from the car or barbeque? Asphalt has been used for many years for driveways and patios but it does not have the strength or stability of concrete. Asphalt surfaces require preventative maintenance every 3 to 4 years to keep it looking attractive. Here are ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on August 24, 2011
Agent Representation
REALTORS® take the time to educate their clients on the market, represent their best interest on the purchase, provide information and guidance on what to expect or is needed for their purchase, select listings of homes for sale, make appointments that suit their clients time efficiently, provide market information on sale prices and also help with decision making ...
Posted by Alison Maharaj
on August 2, 2011