Attention Florida Property Owners

I’ve been hearing from a lot of my Sotheby’s sources that Florida real estate is mental right now. People are fleeing the big cities and flocking to Florida to look for places to spend the lockdown. There is a dearth of inventory and prices are continuing to go up. I am friends with a Broker […]

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Tips for Moving with a Dog

I have a big, glorious, gorgeous collie. He’s loving, gentle, friendly, and great with kids. He’s also hairy, slobbery and a little bit stupid. But we love him. I do know however that some people are not crazy about dogs. Not having one around when selling your place can really impact price and number of […]

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Best Return on Investment for Renovations

It’s almost back-to-school time (Woo hoo! Oh, did I say that out loud?). For those who are thinking of selling this fall, it’s also time to think about what renovations to do to get ready to sell. Remodelling’s Cost vs. Value Report in the States comes out every year. For 2015, steel entry door replacement […]

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Selling a Parent’s Home

I’ve been spending all my non-working time the last few weeks getting my Dad’s home ready to sell and I know first hand what a stressful time it is.  I’ve waded through decades of saved letters, papers and photos, I’ve scrubbed and cleaned, I’ve painted and drywalled, I’ve finished laying unfinished hardwood and hung new […]

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5 Quick Tips to Get Your Place Ready to Sell

The new year is when people start thinking of selling or buying a new home. If you are considering moving, here is a quick checklist on getting your place picture-perfect and ready to do well in the market. First impressions: The front of your house is key. You can smarten it up if necessary, by […]

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