I’m often shocked at some of the photos that end up on Realtor.ca. I’ve seen photos of dirty clothes piled on the floor or toys littered across a living room. I wouldn’t want my friends to see my place like that, let alone having sellers view my listing publicly. Having good listing photos is very important in marketing a home to sell. This is why we’ve enlisted photography ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on February 2, 2012
Chinese New Year is just around the corner, bringing in the year of the Dragon on January 23, 2012. In Chinese tradition the dragon is a highly regarded being. It’s believed to stand for power, luck, success and happiness, but it’s also thought of as mysterious and unpredictable, bringing unexpected happenings throughout the year.
If you’re superstitious, your luck will depend on ...
Posted by Nadege Parent
on January 18, 2012
Mold is a common occurrence in homes, but it can potentially cause health problems as well as damage to structures and surfaces if it is not controlled. Mold begins growing indoors when spores come in contact with wet surfaces or substances. Once established, mold can be very difficult to remove successfully - so prevention is the key. MOLD PREVENTION Mold cannot grow in the absence of moisture. Moisture ...
Posted by Angela Slager
on January 13, 2012
Home buyers are often faced with the question of “Should we buy a new home or an older home?” There are, of course, pros and cons to either option. Consider some of the following when deciding on which option suits you the best: New Home Advantages
Modern designs accommodate current lifestyles. For example, some new homes will have larger rooms, an open concept, or more closet ...
Posted by Linda Giovanniello
on January 9, 2012
Adding a splash of colour to your home in the form of art can be both inspirational and an easy way to change up the look of each room.
There’s a quote by Roy Adzak about the individuality of art; “Good art is not what it looks like, but what it does to us.”
Art is choice, and more often than not an expensive one at that, and can change the vibe of your space. Make sure ...
Posted by Paul Baron
on January 6, 2012
With interest rates at an all-time low, many Canadians are taking advantage of the savings by refinancing their mortgages to consolidate debt, make home renovations, invest in real estate or other ventures, or moving up the property ladder.
The following are ways to take even further advantage of this excellent rate environment by paying down your mortgage faster.
Tip #1: Prepay early in the mortgage ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 3, 2012
CENTURY 21 Canada has been a proud supporter of Easter Seals for over 30 years. Since 1979, CENTURY 21 Canada has supported Easter Seals by raising millions of dollars for families living with disabilities across the country.
It's great to hear stories like the one below and know that many CENTURY 21 Sales Professionals are getting out into their communities to raise funds for children with disabilities ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on December 28, 2011
Canada has recently pulled out of the Kyoto Protocol, stating that it would be too costly for the country to meet the targets that were put in place. Prime Minister Stephen Harper has argued that the Kyoto Protocol, which excludes the world’s two largest producers of greenhouse gases – China and the United States - would hurt Canada’s competitiveness on the global market. So is that ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on December 19, 2011
We've all hear the term 'Carbon Monoxide' (CO) but do we really know what it is, where it comes from or how to know if it is present in our homes?
First of all, if you're looking for it you can't see it. In fact you can't smell or taste it either. When you do know it is present it is often too late! Because CO rapidly accumulates in the blood causing serious health concerns, ...
Posted by Michelle Keddy
on December 15, 2011
Are we nearing the end of 2011 already?
With the holiday season upon us, it’s starting to become a little harder to juggle all the activities. With all the work, shopping, dinners and decorating, it’s easy to over extend yourself and burn out before the year is even over!
Time management will be the secret to staying on top of all the things that need to get done this holiday season. ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on December 8, 2011