Imagine you were selling your car, and a prospective buyer was on the way over to see it. What would you do? You would probably make your vehicle look as clean and shiny as possible, inside and out. 

The same holds true if you’re selling your home and there’s a potential buyer on the way. You want the buyer to be wow’d by your property. Here’s a handy checklist to follow: 

  • Clean every room. Make your entire house look as “guest ready” as possible.
  • As much as is feasible given the time, reduce clutter. Consider packing some items into boxes and storing them in the basement or garage.
  • Get pets out of the house. You can take them for a walk, have a neighbour watch them, or take them to a good kennel.
  • Turn on the lights, even during the…

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Everyone has different visions about their dream house. While some want a small cozy home, others may be looking to own a bigger home. Irrespective of your choice, nothing can increase the aesthetics of Calgary homes like a beautiful deck. But before you get one for your house, there are certain things you need to know about home decks.

  • A Deck is Not a Porch

Before you go ahead and build a deck for your house, you need to understand that there is a vast difference between a porch and a deck. A porch is at the front of the house. It is a small section of the house before your main entrance. Not much can be done there except for standing. A deck is either at the back of the house or on the sides. It is a large space which can be used…

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buying a house in Edmonton You have finally bought your dream house, and it’s time to move in. You have decided on a date to move into the new house and called up the packers and movers. Everything seems to be set, then why does this nightmare of moving in keeps coming? Buying a house in Edmonton and moving into it can be scary as you do not want to miss out on anything. Here are a few ways to prevent nightmares when moving to a new house.

 

  • Get a Complete Maintenance Check

You might have got a maintenance check done by an inspector before buying the house but double checking the maintenance won’t harm. To keep your worries at bay, visit the new home and make sure the plumbing, roofing, wall plasters, etc. are in a proper condition. You do not want to move into…

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home safety tips When you are away on a vacation is the best time for burglars to loot your house. Thieves can break-in your house and rob all your valuables if you don't have proper home security. Are you planning a vacation but worried about your home’s safety in your absence? If yes, you can take a breath and get rid of the worries. Simply follow these home safety tips before you set-off on your vacation and you will come back to a safe home after your trip.

  • Install Additional Locks

On obvious point, but ensure that you lock up all your doors and windows before setting off on your vacation. Identify latches that are weak. Repair such latches and locks if they are wearing off. Install locks if needed and, you can even consider installing…

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