Where to donate your unwanted household items in Calgary
Whether you’re moving from one home to another, moving to a retirement community, or even moving a loved one, we understand how overwhelming it can be to declutter, organize and downsize a family home.
In most cases, you’ll need time to make decisions about the space in your new home and what personal belongings you’ll actually be able to take with you. In fact for much of it you may end up considering selling, considering an estate auction or liquidation, or even considering donating.
If you are ready to part with some of your belongings, CREB’s come up with a list of 20 organizations you can support with your donations.
Visit: https://www.creb.com/News/CREBNow/2021/March/declutter_for_a_cause/
September Real Estate Stats
If you like to stay up to date on what’s going on in the Calgary real estate market so that you can make informed decisions, click the link below for an excellent overview of CREB’s 2022 summary of Calgary’s residential monthly statistics.
“Shift to more balanced conditions is causing some adjustments to home prices“
Visit: https://bit.ly/2ZKdVCL
For more information about the current market or for details about the Calgary Real Estate Monthly Statistics, get in touch with Bill Brandsma at 403-606-1765.
Bill Brandsma Real Estate – specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area.
Five DIY painting tips for professional results
A simple fresh coat of paint can not only make your home look more appealing, but it can also potentially increase its property value. Here are five tips for getting professional results without the expense!
https://www.creb.com/News/CREBNow/2021/September/five_diy_painting_tips_for_professional_results/
Eight fall cleaning tips for a spotless home
Check out these 8 unique tips to clean your home faster and more efficiently:
1. Clean ceiling fans with a pillowcase
2. Clean blinds with a sock
3. Clean ceilings with a paint roller
4. Spot-clean furniture with baby wipes
5. Clean baseboards with a dryer sheet
6. Get oil stains out of carpet with baking soda
7. Remove hair from your carpet with a squeegee
8. Clean your microwave with steam
Visit this link for more detail https://www.creb.com/News/CREBNow/2021/October/eight_cleaning_hacks_for_a_spotless_home/
Four backyard staging tips to make your home ‘sale-ready,’ inside and out
“A well-staged backyard can be a major selling point and might just help you seal the deal with a buyer.”
Read on for some great staging tips:
Five inexpensive ways to boost your home’s curb appeal
Did you know that when you’re preparing your home for sale it’s critical to look at it through potential buyers’ eyes? It’s true. If you look at your home this way, you can potentially not only improve your property’s curb appeal, but you can potentially increase the sale price of your home. If you’re looking for ways to increase your curb appeal check out this article:
https://www.creb.com/News/CREBNow/2021/June/five_cheap_ways_to_boost_your_homes_curb_appeal/
Enjoy Heritage Day
The August long weekend – or Heritage Day in Alberta – is celebrated on the first Monday of August. It is one of the busiest weekends as thousands of families go camping, to cottages, boating, or somewhere to simply soak up the sun during this long summer weekend. Whatever you do, have fun, make lots of memories, and be safe 😉
Four ways to finance your next home renovation
Planning a renovation?
CREB has come up with a few options available to most homeowners. Choose the one that’s right for you and your family’s situation.
1. Mortgage Refinancing
2. Personal Loan or Line of Credit
3. Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)
4. Savings
For more detail about each of the options read on: https://www.creb.com/News/CREBNow/2021/October/Four_ways_to_finance_your_next_home_renovation/
What every Alberta home buyer needs to know
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases most individuals will make in their lifetime. Being familiar with real estate law basics will help make the transaction as stress-free as possible. Always ensure, whether buying or selling, that the transaction is handled by reputable professionals — a real estate lawyer will speed the process in many ways!
https://www.creb.com/News/CREBNow/2022/April/SPONSORED_What_every_Alberta_homebuyer_needs_to_know/
June Real Estate Stats
If you like to stay up to date on what’s going on in the Calgary real estate market so that you can make informed decisions, click the link below for an excellent overview of CREB’s 2022 summary of Calgary’s residential monthly statistics.
“…higher interest rates are starting to have an impact on home sales…”
Visit: https://bit.ly/2ZKdVCL
For more information about the current market or for details about the Calgary Real Estate Monthly Statistics, get in touch with Bill Brandsma at 403-606-1765.
Bill Brandsma Real Estate – specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area.
