Selling a home should be like any other business transaction, but all too often sellers make emotional or impulsive decisions that cost them money and time. Choosing the right Realtor to market your property and negotiate the sale is the most important step in the process.
MISTAKE: " My friend (or family member) sells real estate."
Friendship alone isn't ...
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on March 9, 2011
WOW! Check it out. Century 21 Canada recently integrated Google Street View right into its function on Century 21.ca. Now when you find a property you like you can check out the neighbourhood from the comfort of your own home. This technology lets you fly down to the street curb level and cruise in a 360-degree manner around the yards, buildings, etc. with remarkable 'zoom'-ability to see details. ...
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on March 4, 2010
The Home Buyer's Plan is a goverment Program under which YOU can draw up to $25,000.00 from your RRSP to buy or build a Home. If you buy the Home together with your spouse or other individuals, each of you can withdraw up to $25,000.00. DON'T WAIT.... the program Expires Febuary 28th., 2010 so call me a.s.a.p. at 519-851-7535 of email me kathykewley@rogers.com for all the details.
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on January 21, 2010
If you are serious about your goals,drop the conditions. Be your goal! Conditions often disguise stategies for escaping accountability. Why not just take charge and create the experience you are looking for.
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on January 5, 2010
Many of today's Sales Representatives have known no other real estate market than one in which house prices keep rising, and buyers bid against each other to purchase those houses. A different market, in which sellers want to continue to price high, but buyers want to bid low, will present challenges for these sales representatives.
Many Sales representatives have become complacent about the selling ...
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on December 4, 2009
Did you know?
Radio took 38 years to reach 50 Million users.
Television took 13 years.
The internet took 4 years.
"Facebook" added 100 million users in less than 9 months.
While the New generation is growing up with social networking as the norm, the fastest-growing segment of users on "Facebook" are women bewteen the ages of 55 and 65. This despite the persistent perception that ...
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on October 19, 2009
Children, pets and adults can keep buyers from feeling at ease while they look through your home. For showings, please be out of the house if possible.
Turn on all lights, or let us turn them on, for the entire showing.
In cooler weather, turn on or light fireplaces, it gives the home a cozy feeling.
Open drapes in the daytime, close them at night.
Strong cooking or smoking odors can ruin ...
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on October 15, 2009
For A Quicker Sale, Make Sure Your Home Is Exciting!
We don't get a second chance to make a good first impression. Most buyers look for homes that are well cared for and bright. In general, clean and spiffy.
CHECK LIST FOR FASTER SALES
Lawns and yard - remove clutter, cut grass, edge walks, trim hedges, weed gardens.
Front of house - paint, fix or wash railings, steps,storms and / or front ...
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on October 1, 2009
New Home or Resale:
1. When buying a new home keep in mind that the representative you are dealing with at the New home site may not be a licensed Real Estate Agent. The new home representative's Best interest may lie with the Builder and not with YOU. In many cases the builder will not allow your agent to protect your interests or help you prepare the agreement.
2. The builder's ...
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on September 29, 2009
Take a look at www.20kensingtoncrt. Spacious 2 storey brick home on one of the larger lots in the city. 2217 sq.ft. of living space with many extras. The Price has been REDUCED and the Sellers are motavated. Truly Good Value! Kathy Kewley THIS HOME HAS NOW BEEN SOLD! By Kathy Kewley
Posted by Kathy Kewley
on September 22, 2009