There are potential dangers and pitfalls when it comes to pricing your home in any kind of real estate market. Sellers can be reluctant to price their home in line with the marketplace as they feel they may be giving away too much of their home equity. The reality is pricing your home right from the start will get the net result you are looking for as a seller. Here ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on March 20, 2010
You have heard enough of the promises, you simply want results! Selling your home in today's ever changing market calls for a Realtor with new and innovative ideas. It has been proven time and time again that to get maximum exposure for a listing, marketing through the Internet is critical. I truly believe in the power of Internet advertising and how it brings Buyers "out of the woodwork." ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on March 11, 2010
Whether you are a first time buyer, moving up in the real estate market, or downsizing, it is important to have an experienced, qualified sales representative working for you. Choosing a Real Estate Professional is one of the most important decisions you will make to ensure the success of your venture. As your "Local Expert" my market knowledge will help you select the property that meets ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on March 11, 2010
There are a number of different areas that are important to consider when choosing your real estate representative:
Personality & ServiceOnce you decide to sell your home, it is important to choose a realtor that both you and your family can trust and feel comfortable working with. As a sales associate for Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd., I am that real estate professional you are looking for. ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on March 11, 2010
Post Subject Removal Checklist:
Choose a Lawyer or Notary to handle the conveyancing of your home purchase. If unsure as to who you should hire then ask your Realtor® for a list of recommended names.
Ask your lawyer or notary what you should expect to pay for Closing Costs. Also, be sure to ask them any general questions that you may have at that time.
Ask your ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on March 9, 2010
Current Active Central Okanagan MLS Listing Inventory as of February 8,2010:
Single Family Dwellings - 1523 properties (a 15.12% increase from January) including 17 pending offers ranging in value from $284,900 to $999,000
Strata - Condos - 931 properties (a 1.48% decrease from January) with 1 pending offer at $174,800
Strata - Townhomes - 369 ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 11, 2010
There are currently 61 foreclosures (as of February 7,2010) amongst the entire listing inventory for the Central Okanagan. That is a decrease of 14 properties (-22.95%) in the foreclosure inventory from last month.
The foreclosure inventory breakdown is as follows:
2 Lots and Acreages (both at $115,000) with no pending sales
2 Manufactured Homes ($79,000 ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 8, 2010
It’s now February in the Okanagan and the sun has begun to shine on those winter blues. However, February weather can still pack a chilly punch! Here are some tips for protecting yourself from ballooning heating bills, freezing pipes and other household emergencies in these last weeks of winter.
Inside:
Keep doors and heating vents closed to rooms that are not in ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 5, 2010
Did You Know? According to the Greeting Card Association, an estimated one billion Valentine cards are sent each year, making Valentine’s Day the second largest card sending holiday of the year. Now that's a whole lot of cards!
For those celebrating a quiet Valentine’s Day at home, History.com brings you a list of notable romantic films suited for a variety of moods. ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 2, 2010
Mold can be a serious health risk to any homeowner and the sooner it is detected the better. Having personally lived in a home that had mold in the laundry room I can tell you first hand that it is not something to take lightly. To remediate and repair the affected areas I had to rip out out all the drywall and insulation in the entire room. This work had to be done as ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 1, 2010