Curb Appeal: The Initial Seduction
The buyer drove to your house and likes what he/she sees.
Now, you want to seduce your buyer into coming inside your
house-you can do this by taking some initial, do-it-yourself steps.
So, let's get working on your house's exterior to establish that initial
seduction!
How's the Neighbourhood?
One of the best things you can do is to observe ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on February 18, 2010
A comprehensive guide for preparing your house or condominium for maximum profit! Find out how to make both the outside and the inside of your house a seller’s dream— even if you are short on time or tight on money!
I. From House Seller to Marketer
Selling your house can be a stressful and time-consuming process, and it is very easy to get frustrated if you do not get the response you ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on February 9, 2010
The average home price in Oakville is up over $50,000 this November over last November at $594,494!
The average home price in Milton is also up over $50,000 this November over last November at $363,264!
Click here for more details ion what is happening in both Oakville and Milton.
BARRY QUINE - Sales RepresentativeArguably The Most Technologically Advanced Realtor in the Business!Century21 Miller ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on December 7, 2009
Canadian home-resale prices are likely rise in 2010 at an even faster pace than this year but a dangerous bubble probably won't develop, TD Economics said in study published on Tuesday.
The average price of an existing home in Canada is expected to surge 9-10 percent next year to about C$346,000 as sales climb to 475,000. In 2009, the average price rose an estimated 4-5 percent on an annual basis.
But ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on December 2, 2009
by Kristine Owram, THE CANADIAN PRESSThursday, November 19, 2009provided by
TORONTO - The Canadian housing market has seen a stronger and faster rebound from the recession than any other segment of the economy, due in large part to enticingly low mortgage rates.
But rates this low - 5.59 per cent for a five-year fixed-rate mortgage and 2.25 per cent for a five-year variable-rate mortgage at one ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on November 23, 2009
Today the Government of Ontario formally launched its latest assault on homeowners, purchasers and sellers with the introduction of Bill 218, the Ontario Tax Plan for More Jobs and Growth Act, 2009, says the Ontario Real Estate Association.
Effective July 1, 2010, home buyers and sellers will pay 8 per cent more on legal fees, appraisals, real estate commissions, home inspection fees, and moving ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on November 20, 2009
It's a healthy way of life: No bags and filters means no dust or odors. Just plug the hose into the nearest inlet, and you're on your way to a cleaner home. Dirt is swept through a network of tubing and deposited into the removable dirt canister. Fine dust particles and exhaust odors are vented outdoors.
It's Powerful: Sustained Cleaning Power is the ability to maintain Maximum Cleaning ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on November 16, 2009
Save up to $1,350 on home improvements purchased before February 1, 2010.
The Home Renovation Tax Credit applies to eligible expenses of more than $1,000, but not more than $10,000, resulting in a maximum non-refundable tax credit of $1,350 [($10,000 - $1000) x 15%].
You can claim a non-refundable tax credit on your 2009 income tax return. This tax credit is based on eligible ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on November 14, 2009
As we celebrate that the Canadian economy is beginning to heal, consider the fact that the sale of a single home can boost the economy substantially.
The ripple effect set off by the sale of each house is far-reaching, as indicated by a new report for The Canadian Real Estate Association. It found that between 2006 and 2008, about $46,400 in ancillary spending (on items other than the house and land) ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on November 13, 2009
It's great to be working in the Canadian real estate industry as we watch the market start to rebound, showing some of the best numbers in a while.
The number of Canadian homes sold went up 18%- the biggest year-over-year increase since early 2002, and the most homes sold countrywide - ever - in the third quarter of a year (July to September).
The Canadian Real Estate Association ...
Posted by Barry Quine
on November 12, 2009