Michael Giesbrecht, West Vancouver/BC real estate: Blog

5 Ways To Make Your Next Home More Affordable

September 13th, 2023

Are you thinking about finding your next home? It can be tricky balancing what you want with what you can practically afford. Here are some tips that can make buying your dream home more doable: Save for a larger down payment. A larger down payment can lower your monthly mortgage costs and possibly help you get a better interest rate. Look at neighbourhoods that are less “in demand.” So ...

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Low-Cost Staging Ideas For The Outside Of Your Home

September 9th, 2023

When it comes to selling your home, preparing the exterior can be just as important as preparing the interior. The outside of your home is the first thing potential buyers see, and it can greatly impact their first impression of your property. Luckily, there are several low-cost outdoor improvements that will make your home more appealing to buyers. First, consider adding some potted plan ...

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Creating A Manageable Timeline When Selling

August 28th, 2023

There are several ways to make the selling process easy and relatively stress-free. One way is to create a selling timeline that fits your needs, lifestyle, and capabilities. Say you’d like to list your home in four weeks and expect it to be on the market for an additional four weeks. That’s an eight-week timeline. How do you create a manageable schedule that works for you? Try these steps ...

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8 Things Buyers Don't Want To See In A Kitchen

August 18th, 2023

When prospective buyers visit your listed home, the room they tend to check out most closely is the kitchen. So, it pays to ensure it looks its best. However, no matter how tidy, clean, and well-adorned you’ve made your kitchen, there are some issues — which can seem minor — that can distract a buyer from appreciating those positive qualities. Here are just a few to watch out for: Stai ...

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Understanding How Your Local Market Works

July 29th, 2023

When you read or watch the news about the real estate market, it may seem reasonable to make the assumption that the information applies equally to your street or community. But, that isn’t always true. In fact, the characteristics of your local real estate market can differ in many respects from the regional or national market. Say the regional real estate market is most active during c ...

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July 29th, 2023

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Upsizing or Downsizing? Don't Overdo It!

June 29th, 2023

Imagine you have a growing family, and you want to trade in the small sedan for something larger. So, you visit the dealership and come back with a bus. Well, that would be upsizing a bit too much – unless you have a really huge family! That’s the challenge of upsizing or downsizing. You need to be careful not to take it too far and end up with something that isn’t suitable. This often o ...

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Getting Ready For OPEN HOUSE Day

June 19th, 2023

When you’re selling your property, hosting an Open House will provide an excellent opportunity to attract buyers. Ideally, people will see your property that day and decide to make an offer. That would be exciting! So, what can you do to prepare for the day? Here are a few suggestions: Make sure the entire house is clean and tidy. Think of making it “guest ready.” Plan to leave early ...

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Advantages of Buying a House that Needs Work

June 5th, 2023

There’s no doubt about it. Buying a home that is “move in ready” is a real convenience. All you need to do is get your belongings in place, and you’re ready to enjoy living in your new home. You don’t even need to paint. That’s why move-in-ready homes tend to attract more buyers. However, there are advantages to buying a property that needs work. And, if you’re currently shopping for a ne ...

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Environmentally-Friendly Ways To Dispose Of Items

June 3rd, 2023

When you’re preparing your home for a sale, you should declutter as much as possible. That makes your property appear neater and more spacious to buyers. However, that doesn’t mean you have to toss items in the trash or haul them to a landfill site. There are many other, more environmentally-friendly ways to dispose of unwanted items. One popular technique is to sell them online. Even if ...

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Mike Giesbrecht

Royal LePage Sussex West Vancouver

Blog by Michael Giesbrecht

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5 Ways To Make Your Next Home More Affordable

Low-Cost Staging Ideas For The Outside Of Your Home

Creating A Manageable Timeline When Selling

8 Things Buyers Don't Want To See In A Kitchen

Understanding How Your Local Market Works

Coming Soon!

Upsizing or Downsizing? Don't Overdo It!

Getting Ready For OPEN HOUSE Day

Advantages of Buying a House that Needs Work

Environmentally-Friendly Ways To Dispose Of Items

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