
A niche studio apartment with limited appeal
The process of selling a house, with all the various time-consuming tasks involved, is most likely not the average person's favourite way to spend a couple of months; that's why it's important to...

What to look for when buying an investment...
When buying an investment property, there is generally a lot less emotion involved than when buying your own home. You'll want it to be in a good area, and to be a property that will produce sound...

How to stage your kitchen for an open house
Many people view the kitchen as the heart of the home. It’s where they spend much of their time, and especially time with the family. And in today's age of open plan design, kitchens are likely to...

Do you need to read the fine print before...
An agency agreement is a valid, binding legal document. Yet surprisingly many sellers sign it without even reading it, leaving the door open to possible problems down the road.An agency agreement...

How to best stage your bathroom when selling...
Even though it’s likely to be one of the smallest rooms in your home, your bathroom can have a dramatic impact on the property’s value. It’s likely to be one of the rooms potential buyers...

What not to say to a real estate agent
It’s important to be open and honest with your real estate agent, no matter whether you’re buying or selling a property. But to ensure you have the best possible relationship while still keeping a...