Know the Local Market when You Sell
Tags: PHILIP HOLLETT, BROKER, REALTOR, REAL ESTATE, HOME SELLING TIPS, TIPS AND TRICKS, HOME OWNERSHIP, HOME PRICING, REAL ESTATE MARKET
Are you thinking of selling your home this year? If so, you might be paying extra attention to housing market news covered by the regional and national media. While that news can be helpful information, it can sometimes say little about what’s happening in your particular neighbourhood. In fact, it’s possible for there to be a balanced market nationally or regionally, while at t...Read More
Fix it or leave it as is?
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When preparing your property for sale, you want to make it as attractive as possible to buyers. After all, the more buyers like what they see, the higher the probability you’ll get good offers. That’s why it’s advisable to clean, declutter, decorate, fix, and improve as much as possible. But, how far should you go with fixing and improving? For example, should you t...Read More
How to determine the right time to sell
Tags: PHILIP HOLLETT, BROKER, REALTOR, REAL ESTATE, HOME SELLING TIPS, TIPS AND TRICKS, HOME OWNERSHIP, HOME PRICING, REAL ESTATE MARKET
If you’ve been thinking about selling this year, one question that might be top-of-mind is, “Should we list now?” You may be wondering whether you should wait until the summer or fall — or even next year — in the hopes that you’ll be able to get a little more for your home. That “now or later” question is common and can be tough to answer. On ...Read More
5 ways to make your home more eco-friendly
Tags: Philip Hollett, Realtor, broker, waterdown, Burlington, Oakville, home ownership tips, eco-friendly, home ownership
These days, people are more environmentally conscious. When it comes to their homes, that often starts with being more thoughtful about heating and cooling so they’re consuming less energy. With that in mind, here are some tips for making your home more eco-friendly: Install a smart thermostat. Modern thermostats come with various features that help you manage heating and cooling, s...Read More
What has the market done over the past 2 years
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I recorded this video for you, about what the real estate market has done since Covid and with this year's rate increases. Click below to watch it! ...Read More
The role price plays when selling your home
Tags: PHILIP HOLLETT, BROKER, REALTOR, REAL ESTATE, HOME SELLING TIPS, TIPS AND TRICKS, HOME OWNERSHIP, home pricing, real estate market
Imagine you’re shopping for a new car and you have a specific budget in mind. Do you think you’ll consider vehicles that fall below that price range? Probably not. In fact, they might not even come up in your searches. On the other hand, would you consider buying a car that’s priced above your budget? You might, as long as it’s not too much more expensive and has fea...Read More
Making your main floor show well
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Where do buyers form the most lasting impression of a home for sale that they visit? On the main floor! When buyers view a property, they often spend a lot of time on the main floor, thinking and imagining. They visualize cooking in the kitchen, having family dinners in the dining room, and entertaining guests in the living room. They even mentally calculate how their furniture will fit!&nbs...Read More
3 tips on how to declutter your stress provoking areas
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Living in a decluttered home will definitely improve your life. Here are some tips on how to do it free and easy! Start small and stay consistent Start with one closet or area and get it completely decluttered. Chances are acknowledging your accomplishments will give you the energy to tackle your next area. In no time you will have a clutter free oasis and an improved lifestyle. Have a sorting ...Read More
Is this a Buyer's or Seller's market?
Tags: Philip Hollett, realtor, waterdown realtor, Burlington realtor, Oakville realtor, home buying tips, home selling tips, real estate market, housing trends, market trends, buyers market, sellers market
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home today, no doubt you’re wondering one of two things: Is this a good time to buy? Or, is this a good time to sell? While it’s important to note that real estate prices and market conditions are influenced by a variety of factors including location, type, condition, interest rates, consumer confidence, unemployment rates, defi...Read More
6 reasons why decluttering improves your life
Tags: Philip Hollett, realtor, Burlington realtor, waterdown realtor, Oakville realtor, decluttering, positive habits, reduce stress, clutter free
When you hear the word “declutter” do you immediately think about all the time it would take and the aggravation it would cause to get rid of all the stuff that’s cluttering your house? Is your next instinct to close the closet doors and run for the hills? We get it, these reactions are 100% human. The question people are asking themselves is, “will the effort be worth it?&...Read More