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Congratulations to Nancy Otani of Brampton, Ontario the winner of the Open House Weekend Blitz contest! Nancy will be receiving a visit from celebrity outdoor designer Carson Arthur who will offer his landscape design skills and present her with a $1200 Black & Decker prize pack!
Nancy attended an open house hosted by sales representative Nela Basinski of CENTURY 21 Millennium ...
Posted by CENTURY 21 Canada
on May 16, 2013
The CENTURY 21 Canada System is launching a Curb Appeal campaign and contest on May 8, 2013 due to the incredible consumer excitement surrounding the recent CENTURY 21 Canada Open House Weekend Blitz contest! Enter to win a landscaping consult and curb appeal blueprint from celebrity outdoor designer Carson Arthur by visiting century21.ca/CurbAppeal.
"Homeowners are seeing the true ...
Posted by CENTURY 21 Canada
on May 8, 2013
You have decided to take that first step toward purchasing a home and, with excitement, start visiting some open houses. While aesthetics are important, it's crucial to look beyond the window-dressings yourself before you hire a qualified home inspector.
Here are some common problem areas to look for while touring an open house:
General upkeep Look for cracks, especially above door frames. This ...
Posted by Irving Schok
on May 1, 2013
It's springtime and a great time to sell. Get your home market ready with these eight tips:
Price it right No one wants their home to linger on the market. Selling a home can be stressful and keeping it perfect for showings is difficult; Pricing it right helps the house sell quicker, relieving the stress sooner!
Clear out closets Every buyer is looking for storage. Keeping closets clean and ...
Posted by Lori Doner Jones
on April 24, 2013
CENTURY 21 Canada and international TV outdoor designer, Carson Arthur launched the CENTURY 21 Canada Open House Weekend Blitz Contest on April 15, 2013. Consumers can enter online at century21.ca/OpenHouse to WIN a landscape design package: Arthur will personally visit and design the winner’s outdoor space, then present them with a $1200 Black & Decker yard maintenance prize ...
Posted by CENTURY 21 Canada
on April 17, 2013
Beautiful lawns and gardens, groomed and manicured year after year, add real value to your home when it's ready to enter the market. Early Spring is the perfect time to prime your green spaces to nurture grasses, scrubs, flowers, and edibles. Use this handy checklist to prep your garden for the growing season ahead.
Spring curb appeal checklist:
Tip: To prevent soil compaction, wait ...
Posted by Hans Taal
on April 10, 2013
When you’re looking for a new home, you want to find one in a great area – or, invest in an up-and-coming neighbourhood. After accounting for your needs, you'll also want to get an idea of the lay of the land.
Here are some common indicators to help you tell if a particular area is desirable:
Pride of ownership. Take a walk around the neighbourhood. Do you get a sense that ...
Posted by Deborah Scruggs
on April 3, 2013
So, you’ve decided that you want to buy your first home. Maybe you’re sick of renting or maybe you’re ready to start building some equity! Whatever your motivation, home buying is an exciting step in your life! The best way to enjoy the excitement is to become an educated buyer, so that you will know what to expect along the way.
Step 1: Mortgage pre-approval ...
Posted by Katelyn Lowes
on March 27, 2013
A huge congratulations is in order for all CENTURY 21 Canada members involved in Easter Seals fundraisers last year! Since 1979, CENTURY 21 Canada has supported Easter Seals by raising millions of dollars for families living with disabilities across the country.
Internationally, CENTURY 21 LLC raised $2.18 Million for Easter Seals in 2012! These Canadian offices were proudly represented in the 'Top ...
Posted by CENTURY 21 Canada
on March 20, 2013
Q: Do I need to hire a real estate agent to represent me when I buy a new home from a builder?
A: Legally, no. However, if you don’t, you might be missing out on some tangible benefits that impact your wallet and how much you get for your money.
There are many reasons why a Sales Professional (agent) is a sound investment during the purchase process with a builder. ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on March 13, 2013