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Helpful Hints for Moving

By Margaret Baker | Aug 16, 2019

Book Your Move Whether you decide to hire a moving company or do the move yourself, you will need to make the appropriate arrangements. When using a moving company you will need to decide what, if anything, you want them to pack up for you and what you want to be responsible for yourself. It […]

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Costs and Considerations When Buying a Home

By Margaret Baker | Aug 2, 2019

Beginning a home search is exciting and many people just jump right in without considering all the elements that make a home truly right for them. It is a complicated and personal process. With an unsuitable choice, you could lose money, waste time and effort relocating, or even put your family’s health in danger. Choosing […]

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Pricing Too High

By Margaret Baker | Jul 19, 2019

Starting out with too high of a listing price will add to the stress of selling your home. Ideally, during the first few weeks, your home should be overflowing with activity.  Listing agents will market and promote your home to other agents who are working with homebuyers, increasing your personal sales force. If you have […]

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Planning Ahead for a New Home

By Margaret Baker | Jul 5, 2019

There are countless advantages to purchasing a new home. You are able to build equity, enjoy pride of ownership, and truly make a home your own. If you are planning to buy property in the near future, preparing now can help you save time and money. Being prepared may also give you an advantage over […]

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Do Your Homework: Home Inspections

By Margaret Baker | May 31, 2019

The last thing you want to end up with after purchasing your home is unanticipated costly renovations. That’s why home inspections are such an important part of the home buying process. Choosing an experienced home inspector can be tricky, so it’s important to consult with others to help you find a reliable inspector with good […]

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Costs and Value Benefits of Owning a Home

By Margaret Baker | May 10, 2019

Buying a home is typically a very exciting time for most people, whether you’re a first time homebuyer or this is the fourteenth time. Many people think of the basic costs like legal fees, GST (in some cases), property tax adjustments, the cost of movers, set-up fees for utilities, new window coverings, etc.  If you’re […]

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