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Need To Sell Quickly? Here's What To Do

August 12th, 2020

There are many reasons why you might suddenly need to sell your home. It could be an unexpected work relocation, a change in family circumstances, or simply a desire to move. Whatever the reason, selling quickly requires some fast action on your part. But that doesn't mean you need to get into panic mode. You can list and sell your property, quickly while still enjoying the process! Th ...

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Fire Safety Checks You Should Do At Least Once A Year

July 28th, 2020

Chances are, you know that you should change the batteries in your smoke detectors at least once a year — even if you suspect the batteries are still good. But that isn't the only fire safety check you should do annually. Here are some other recommended tips to help keep you and your family safe. Clean your stove burners and oven regularly. Hard grease build-up can become combustible ...

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Is The Psychology Of Change Holding You Back?

July 3rd, 2020

Why is making a big change in life often so difficult? According to psychologists, maintaining the "status quo" is one of the most powerful motivations we have. If things are "okay", even making a change for the better can be difficult. Our brains resist. You may have experienced this if you’ve thought about selling your current property and finding your next dream home. Your house may ...

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"What you're thinking is what you're becoming." - Muhammad Ali

June 23rd, 2020

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Cleaning Tips For Instantly Improving Curb Appeal

June 15th, 2020

As you may know, curb appeal refers to how your property looks from the street, where potential buyers first see it. Your home’s curb appeal can have a big impact on the sale of your property. In fact, it's not uncommon for a buyer to drive by a listing, rather than stop, because they don't like what they see. So, how can you improve your home's curb appeal quickly? One way is to do some ...

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Finding A New Home When You're Busy, Busy, Busy!

June 11th, 2020

Imagine you have a major project at work, you have to deal with home schooling and you still need to deal with groceries, laundry and dinner. Whoa! That's a busy life. Can you still find and buy a new home with such a tight schedule? The good news is, you can. In fact, there's plenty you can do to save time. Consider these tips: Get specific about the home you want to buy. Think ab ...

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The Psychology of Choosing House Paint

May 25th, 2020

Whether you're painting your home to prepare it for sale, or simply to make it more attractive for your own enjoyment, choosing the right colour is important. A colour isn't just a matter of taste, it's also, to a large extent, about the emotions it elicits. If you're painting your foyer, for example, you may want it to seem bright and welcoming. So, light orange tones might be appropria ...

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How To Get Front-Of-The-Line Access To Desirable Homes For Sale

May 19th, 2020

As you've probably noticed, credit card companies regularly offer bonuses to get you to apply for their cards. For example, one such card company offers opportunities to buy tickets to concerts and other events ahead of everyone else. It's their "front of the line" service. When you’re searching for a new home, wouldn't it be great if you could get to the front of the line on desirable p ...

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Bathroom Staging Tips From Professional Home Stagers

April 14th, 2020

There's a reason why there are "kitchen and bath" stores, and even design magazines devoted to these rooms. A well-staged kitchen and bathroom can make the entire home look better. So, it's no surprise that professional home stagers pay particular attention to these spaces. What do these pros have to say about bathrooms? Professional stagers advise that you start by taking a picture of ...

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1004 939 HOMER STREET, Vancouver West, BC

April 13th, 2020

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 1004 939 HOMER STREET, Vancouver West, BCThe Pinnacle in wonderful Yaletown location. Spacious NE corner unit with urban city view. 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, glass den and solarium rarely available for your decorating idea. Living room with cozy gas fireplace. Master with w/i closet and en-suite. In-suite laundry with newly washer & dryer. We ...

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Mike Giesbrecht

Royal LePage Sussex West Vancouver

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Need To Sell Quickly? Here's What To Do

Fire Safety Checks You Should Do At Least Once A Year

Is The Psychology Of Change Holding You Back?

"What you're thinking is what you're becoming." - Muhammad Ali

Cleaning Tips For Instantly Improving Curb Appeal

Finding A New Home When You're Busy, Busy, Busy!

The Psychology of Choosing House Paint

How To Get Front-Of-The-Line Access To Desirable Homes For Sale

Bathroom Staging Tips From Professional Home Stagers

1004 939 HOMER STREET, Vancouver West, BC

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