You’ve listed your home for sale and you’re eager to accept a firm offer – hopefully one over asking and with no conditions. However, since putting the for sale sign on your lawn, you’ve had many showings and visitors, yet you haven’t received a single offer.  At this point, you are starting to worry about why your home isn’t selling. There could be many variables and causes, but here are the top four reasons that you should rule out first: 1. Your... [read more]

The kitchen is the heart of the home – a place where people gather, cook meals, entertain and share about their days. It’s also an area that holds many items in such a small space. It’s a hard-working zone that can go from sparkling clean to a major mess in a matter of minutes. If your kitchen is cluttered or unorganized, tidying up each day does become a tiresome chore. And, it’s understandable – with such constant use, it can feel overwhelming to keep your... [read more]

Do you ever dream of paying off your mortgage and owning your home free and clear? What immense freedom that would be! For many homeowners, this reality may feel like a far-off dream, especially with the cost of real estate nowadays. But, like all dreams in life, they are worth working for – and paying down your mortgage is no different. To help you pay less interest and own your home faster, consider implementing these changes to make your mortgage disappear sooner than you ever... [read more]

When it comes to selling your home, you want to make an outstanding impression with buyers – and one of the ways to achieve that is by staging. However, not all sellers choose to stage their spaces and, in some instances, they opt to list their vacant homes for sale.  There are some challenges with this approach, and it can make it harder to attract buyers to a listing. Here’s what you should consider when deciding to sell a vacant home: 1. Buyers can’t make an... [read more]

When choosing a realtor who specializes in working with seniors, certifications are important, but they don't tell you everything that you need to know about the person. When looking for an Accredited Senior Agent (ASA) in Mississauga, here are some tips to keep in mind: Tap into your network If you can, turn to your network of trusted peers and ask for recommendations. Someone you know may have worked with a Mississauga Accredited Senior Agent (ASA) in the past and had a very positive... [read more]