It’s a good idea to clean or replace your home’s air filters and screens at least once a year to help keep your indoor environment safe from mould, dust mites and other allergens. But don’t stop at your heating, ventilation and cooling/air-conditioning systems. Think of all the other filters and screens that need cleaning, such as those in humidifiers, range hoods, bathroom fans, and windows....
What do you notice when you visit a model home in a new development? Often, you will find wonderfully furnished and decorated rooms that anyone could live in. The operative word here is “anyone”. Sure, there might be a computer screen on a desk in the den, or a child’s doll sitting in a corner, but for the most part, all the rooms are anonymous. There is a sense of family, but no specific family…...
Low-interest rates and limited overall supply of homes for sale are creating competition in today’s housing market. To understand what's happening in the real estate market during these times, please give me a call. Victor Song PREC* Royal LePage Sterling...
Let’s face it. If you’re selling your home, you probably don’t want to spend the time or money on a complete landscaping project. Luckily, you probably don’t need to. There are a number of affordable ways to improve curb appeal and impress buyers who drive up to your home. You can make a big impact by creating a more welcoming entrance. For example, paint the front door and frame, and place potted...
If you haven’t heard of “staging”, it’s a fairly straightforward concept. It simply involves cleaning, organizing and preparing your home in such a way as to make it look its best to potential buyers. One of the most difficult rooms to stage is the kitchen because it’s one of the most used. You can’t just set it up to look nice for a viewing and then never go back in! Yet, an effectively...
As the summer stretches on, and your patio furnishings start to show the signs of use, you may want to try these simple ways of restoring them to their original lustre. Before trying any of these techniques, always test in an inconspicuous area first. For vinyl cushions and fabrics without specific instructions for upkeep, try a mixture of water and mild detergent with an “oxicleansing”...
Homebuyer and seller activity in Metro Vancouver exceeded historical levels in July. To understand what's happening in the real estate market during these times, please give me a call. Victor Song, PREC Park Georgia Realty 604-779-8408 victor@victorsong.com...
Your neighbourhood has a lot of features that can help you sell your home faster. Unfortunately, buyers don’t usually notice those features just by driving around. So, you need to make sure they get all the information they need about your neighbourhood. For example, say homes don’t go on the market often in your area. That’s an indication that the quality of life in the neighbourhood is so good...
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more than 160 people are injured each year in BBQ mishaps. That doesn’t sound like a lot considering the number of people who flip burgers on their backyard grills each year. But, you certainly don’t want to be one of those who get injured! The best way to prevent fire and injury is maintenance. Remarkably, few people are even aware that...
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