Although the Annapolis Valley is warm right now, November 9th, 2009, winter is definitely in the air. As with what happens every winter, potential sellers wonder if there is any point to putting their home up for sale. What with snow, slush, cold weather, blistering days of winter, we all think it's too inconvenient, there are no buyers who would bother to look at this time of year.
This ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on November 9, 2009
We recently put our own home on the market, listed with us of course!!! Who better to sell our home than two highly qualified licensed REALTORS® with Century 21 Annapolis Valley Realty? We are the BEST, humbly stated.
Yes, well, the first thing I noticed almost as soon as it hit the MLS®, our website, the Century21.ca website, etc., is that it did not sell within a few ...
Posted by Kevin Stacey
on October 27, 2009
Anyone buying and selling Real Estate in the Annapolis Valley will notice some recent change in the process. Due to the new Anti-Money Laundering Legislation that the Government of Canada put into effect June 23, 2008, you will be required to show two pieces of ID at the signing of any documents. The information is held at our office and would only be seen by a government official from ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on July 30, 2008
The fact is, most people who try to sell their own home end up using a REALTOR® in the end anyway. Before anybody decides to fly solo through this complex, time consuming and financially perilous process, they should consider these questions.
Will you really "save" the real estate commission?
When buyers see a home for sale ‘by the owner', they see a bargain. They imagine the REALTORS® fee going ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on July 23, 2008
If you are selling your home, here are some pointers to help beautify your home:
Replace House Number - Brass
New Doormat and/or Wreath at Front Entry
Add Fresh Layer of Mulch to Flowerbeds and Trees
Add Potted Plants or Hanging Baskets to Deck
Borrow Lawn Furniture if Need be
Shoe/Boot Tray at Front Entry
Remove Sickly Plants
Place Linens on Dining Room Table and Server
Put Away Small Appliances
Place ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on May 20, 2008
Spring is finally here in the Beautiful Annapolis Valley! You have made the decision to sell your home. Below are the necessary things you should do to help your REALTOR® get the best possible price for your property.
Wash windows inside and out. Polish all mirrors. Sparkle is free and sparkle sells homes - Kitchens and Bathrooms are at the top of that Sparkle list.
Odors are a complete no-no. Make ...
Posted by Cathy Doucette
on May 13, 2008