Starting a Backyard Garden
Posted on Apr 10, 2025
Not every homeowner is willing or able to dedicate backyard space to a big garden, but the size of your garden shouldn’t deter you from looking into options for a very rewarding hobby.Whether through simply growing a few herbs or flowers in containers, or by tilling a plot for bountiful harvests, gardening is known to improve physical activity and...
Why Bargain Hunting is a Bad Idea
Posted on Apr 03, 2025
It seems like every month there is a new website offering deals on everything from electronics to travel. In fact, the “coupon industry” is booming.This trend has conditioned people, more than ever before, to look for bargains and become determined to pay well below the market price for merchandise. There’s nothing wrong with that. We all want a de...
Selling your Home when You’re “Crazy-Busy”
Posted on Mar 27, 2025
Let’s face it. We all get busy at times. Sometimes we get “crazy-busy.” The trouble is, if you’re thinking of selling your property, having a jam-packed schedule might make you want to put off listing until a later date.And, who knows what the market will be like later in the year?
The good news is, you can sell your home, even if you’re busy. There...
Pricing Psychology and Selling your Home
Posted on Mar 20, 2025
Have you ever seen a product at a store and thought, “Whoa. That price is outrageously high. It’s just not worth it!” Conversely, you might have also reacted to another product with, “That’s awfully cheap. The quality must not be good.”Welcome to the psychology of pricing!
According to research, people tend to draw conclusions about a product based...
4 Golden Rules to Finding a Home You’ll Love
Posted on Mar 13, 2025
If you want or need to sell your current home, one thing you might be wondering is, “How will we find and buy our next dream home?” Fortunately, there’s no mystery to how to do that. Simply follow the “golden rules”!- Create a profile on my website or contact me to set up a search for you. Decide what kind of home you want to buy. Consider the type o...
Pre-Vacay Home Prep
Posted on Mar 06, 2025
If you are planning a vacation, in order to make sure things go smoothly, it’s wise to prepare your home before you go away. Here is a helpful pre-vacation home checklist:
- Don’t tell everyone about your vacation or post about it on social media – the fewer people who know your home is empty, the safer.
- If you are in a house, ask a neighbour to keep a...