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The kids moved out years ago, you’re tired of shovelling snow, mowing lawns and you rarely use half of the rooms in your house. Why not downsize. You won’t be alone. Of the retirees who move, many do so for a smaller house, condo, or apartment. One of the chief reasons is cost-cutting. For many…
Whether you are preparing your own home for sale or cleaning out the family home for your aging parents, you are faced with the choice of what to keep and what to give away. Should you keep family heirlooms in the hopes that your children will want them? How do you decide what to keep,…
Older adults can benefit from products made for those living alone. There are many products other than medical alert devices that can offer peace of mind as well as assisting with mobility issues and safety in the home. This article will cover products that assist to prevent falls. Fire safety and home security gadgets. Products…
Condo ownership is growing in popularity due to its lifestyle perks such as conveniences, security, comfort, and community environment. Condos offer are both chic and practical in design, utilizing every inch of space available. The condo market is active and growing and shows no signs of slowing down. Owning a condo is much like owning…
Home staging is the process of preparing a home for the market, so it attracts the highest price and a quick closing. As a matter of fact, It’s estimated that staging a home can reap a 6% to 15% higher selling price. A seller can stage their own home, rely on your Realtor’s input or…
Whether or not a seller should renovate before the market depends on ROI and the position of your home in the current selling market. Sellers looking to reap as much money as possible from the sale of their home may be motivated to renovate. It’s best to consult with a Realtor before venturing into unknown…