There are two types of homes– those with swimming pools and those without. Most homes don’t have pools, so the question often asked is this: does having a swimming pool increase the value of a home? A swimming pool can…
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As spring blows in, it marks the time of year that most people plan to blow the dirt out of their homes and perform their annual spring cleaning. After a long winter, your home can usually use a bit of…
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Life is full of second chances, and refinancing a home mortgage is one of those chances some people take, starting with a brand-new loan term from either the same lender or a new one. The most obvious–and main–reason to refinance…
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Edmonton is a great and vibrant city, offering residents ample opportunities to get out in the community and enjoy what the city has to offer. There is an abundance of family-friendly activities as well, with great events for all ages.…
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Shopping for a mortgage is a huge step on your road to homeownership. There are many factors that go into applying for a mortgage and getting approved to buy the home of your dreams. However, there are many things that…
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It’s much more difficult to experience a great negotiation than it used to be. Future generations may never have the chance to haggle over a buy or sell. In most cases these days, the price on the tag is the…
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Ah, it’s finally March which means spring is right around the corner (at least we hope it is)! It also means if you’re thinking about putting your home on the market, it’s time to start sprucing it up to attract…
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Did you ever wonder how property taxes are calculated in Edmonton? Each year assessors look over data to determine the most probable value your Edmonton property would have sold for on the open market. What data is considered? Well, for…
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Selling a home yourself is a lot of work. If it was easy, more people would do it. It has been said that selling a home is like a full-time job in itself, as many, many hours are committed to…
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Alberta is doing well these days. In particular, the City of Edmonton continues to see prices rise in its real estate market. Indeed, since 2013, resale prices have increased by 4.4 percent according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. In…
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