Blog - October, 2015

Do You Have “Recalled” Products in Your Home?

You’ve no doubt noticed the occasional news report about a product being recalled for safety reasons. For example, a car model with a brake problem, or a children’s toy that, under some circumstances, may cause injury.  You may not know that these news reports are merely the tip of the iceberg. For each product recall you hear about in the media, there are dozens that get little, if any, publicity.

 That means there may be products in your home that have been recalled — and you don’t even know about it. It’s a scary thought.  How do you find out about recalled products that may affect you? Here are two tips. 

 1. Always complete the registration that comes with many products. This is typically done by mailing in a registration card or filling out an…

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What Buyers Don’t Want to See in Your Backyard

When you put your home up for sale, you want it to look its best to potential buyers. That’s why you clean, tidy and de-clutter every room. 

 Some sellers, however, miss the backyard. You need to pay just as much attention to that space as you do to the interior of your home. The backyard is as important a living space as the family room. To some buyers, even more.  Buyers want to see an attractive backyard space, with the grass cut and the hedges trimmed. The more neat and tidy you can make it, the better.

 Be sure to sweep walkways and wipe down patio furniture.  Also, watch out for the following things that buyers do not want to see:

• Bags of garage and other waste.

• Doggie do-do. (Be sure to stoop and scoop!)

• Rakes and other tools…

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Calgary Stats - Oct.4th 2015

Active: 5787  

Sold: 1465

3.95 Absorption rate

25% of homes on the market today are expected to sell within the next 30 days

Average List Price: $473,589

Average Sale Price: $461,318

Average Days on Market: 40 Days

Sellers are receiving 98% of asking price. 

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Airdrie Stats - Oct.4th 2015

Active: 359

Sold: 120

2.99 Absorption Rate

33% of homes on the market today are expected to sell within the next 30 days

Average List Price: $425,921

Average Sale Price: $416,897

Average Days on Market: 51 Days

Sellers are receiving 98% of asking price. 

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