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When it comes to staging a home for sale, sellers should create a warm, inviting yet neutral atmosphere that will appeal to as many potential buyers as possible. The good news is, sellers don’t need to do a complete design overhaul to get a great result. Coldwell Banker offers seven simple staging tips to help boost [...] The U.S. Federal Reserve borrowed a play from Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney on Wednesday when they promised to keep interest rates low until at least the end of 2014. This is a good indication that Canadian rates will stay low as well, thus continuing the support of the real estate market here. In Canada [...] A new survey from Coldwell Banker Real Estate finds that 87 percent of 1,300 agents and brokers polled agree that the economy is delaying baby boomers’ plans to sell their homes. That said, the desire to purchase and own a home, or more than one home, remains strong in this demographic cohort, especially so in [...] CMHC Offers Range of Tips and Resources Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) offers a variety of publications, calculators and tools to help you make informed and responsible homebuying decisions. To assist you in making choices you can be comfortable with into the future, [...] There are six different minerals classified as asbestos. Chrysotile shown here is the most commonly used in building construction. Photo courtesy of Ryan Somma. Asbestos is a naturally found mineral that has been with civilization for thousands of years. In ancient times they would weave the material into clothing because of its heat resisting quality. [...] Don’t Flush Wasted Water — or Money — Down the Drain Whether you’re buying a new home or just doing that bathroom renovation you’ve always dreamed of, choosing the A high-efficiency toilet can help you save money, protect the environment and conserve water, all without sacrificing performance or peace of mind. right toilet can be one of [...] Ontario’s rapid growth in environmentally friendly energy generation projects, namely wind power, is coming under scrutiny by a number of people who own property near rural wind farms. They maintain that the wind turbines are ruining their enjoyment of the countryside, scaring away wildlife and have become a source of noise, vibration and visual effects that [...] Home Maintenance Tips for Spring If you’re like most Canadians, your home is probably your most important investment. It’s also the place where you In spring it is a good idea to examine the foundation walls for cracks, leaks or signs of moisture, and repair them if required. and your family [...] CMHC’s newest EQuilibrium™ Housing demonstration home opens its doors in Winnipeg EQuilibrium™ Housing is a national initiative led by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) that brings the private and public sectors together to develop homes that are energy- and resource-efficient, environmentally friendly, and healthy to live in. To help Canadians learn first-hand about sustainable housing, [...] Reduce Your Risk of Injuries at Home When seniors fall, the consequences for their health can be both severe and long-lasting. However, many of these falls can be prevented with a little careful planning and a few simple strategies. To help you protect your health, mobility and independence, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has a [...] |
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Copyright © 2012 REAL VALUE - All Rights Reserved. Unless otherwise identified, content written by Marcus Assalone. Some information may have been taken from CMHC, RECO, or Toronto Real Estate Board publications. Opinions expressed in comments do not neccessarily reflect those of Marcus Assalone or Coldwell Banker. 
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