181 Lisa Marie Dr, Orangeville ON $334,900
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| Spacious Brick Close To Schools & Amenities In A Quiet Family Friendly Neighbourbood. $$$ Spent In Upgrades Including Hardwood Floors, Oak Staircase,New Energy-Efficient Windows,New Furnace,Main Bath W/ Whirlpool Tub & Much More. Kitchen Is Open To Family Rm,With A Breakfast Nook & W/O To The Deck. Fully Private Backyard, Complete With Fruit Trees & Your Very Own Grapevines! |
| Extras: Large Main Flr Laundry & Tons Of Storage. Basement Has Kitchenette Wired To Accomodate Full Size Kitchen. This Space Would Be Ideal For Extended Families Or Teenagers. |
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How to Effectively Sell Your Home in Mulmur
As a real estate agent who has experience in Mulmur ON real estate, many people have been helped by me with purchasing and selling their homes. I’m about to show you some of the most useful suggestions that will help you sell any house in the Mulmur real estate market. When you finish reading this article, you will know exactly how to manage a quick, stress free sale of your house.
A well presented home sells much more easily and for a higher price than a home of equal value without the staging.
If you have never staged a home before, it might seem very daunting but in reality it is a simple process involving just a few steps.
1. Creating fixes. Before showing the house, any repairs needed to the house, floor, appliances and fixtures should be taken care of.
2. Get rid of extra junk. Limit clutter by removing all unnecessary pieces to storage.
3. Your house should really shine. Beautify your front yard, get your carpets steam washed, get your windows wiped daily.
Price it Correctly
Selecting the correct asking price is crucial. If your asking price is too low, you won’t realize enough profit from the sale. Most people selling their homes make the mistake of pricing their property out of the market. Many believe that they can take a lower offer if they start out first with a high price. Overpricing can greatly limit marketability. The most important factor in selling your house is that you have the correct price.
A competent real estate agent is a requirement to make the home selling process efficient. In addition, instead of selling to FSBO, you can save 16% on average, which makes up for the commission.
It is very difficult to select the right real estate agent. It is in your best interest to locate an agent who is well-versed in the Mulmur ON area. Only hire an agent that is trustworthy. What you want in an agent is someone who can market and sell.
If you have been unable to locate an agent in Mulmur, you can give me a call and I will give you a free consultation. Call me anytime at 800-360-5821 or by email lora@royallepage.ca. For more information on buying, selling or living in Mulmur, be sure to visit my website .
588458 Cty Rd 17, Mulmur ON $349,750
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Dufferin County Real Estate Market Statistics
The Dufferin County Real Estate Market Statistics include the rural areas of Dufferin such as Mono, Mulmur, Melancthon, Amaranth in addition to Shelburne. The rural community experiences much longer days on the market than the neichbouring real estate markets of Alliston and Orangeville, and is still experiencing the buyers market of the last couple of years. As the weather improves and we see last years product sold from the market, we should see an increase in both listings and buyer demand. While the average sales price of homes in the area has declined 23% and 12% respectively (see chart below), this may be a direct result of increased sales in Shelburne, rather than the higher priced rural properties. Demand for rural properties is expected to increase as the temperature gets warmer, which should absorb a lot of the current inventory however the affect on prices remains to be seen.
February 2010
Year-to-Date
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Orangeville Real Estate Market Statistics
Well March Break is upon us once again and we’re expecting a lot of activity in the week ahead of us. Buyers seem to be coming out in droves, and Orangeville is currently experiencing a seller’s market, with the average number of days on market decreasing by35% over February 2009 and 45.5% fewer listings. This means the shortage of houses currently listed for sale in Orangeville, plus the pent up buyer demand is leading to a fast market with multiple offer situations becoming the norm. The number of sales in February increased by almost 67% over February 2009.
February 2010
Year-to-Date
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As a real estate agent who has experience in the Mulmur, Orangeville, Mono and Alliston real estate markets, many people have been helped by me with purchasing and selling their homes. I’m about to show you some of the most useful suggestions in this article that will help you sell any house in any market. With little stress, you will have a solid grasp of how to sell you house quickly, by the end of this article.
Staging your home will lead to more success than not staging it. Even if you have not staged a home before, you will find that it does not require any previous experience; you will be able to do it with a minimum amount of effort. As part of my services as a local REALTOR, I offer a free staging consultation to my clients selling their homes in Orangeville, Mulmur, Alliston and Shelburne. Staging can be advantageous for selling your home quickly and for maximum dollar, especially in our rural markets of Mulmur and Mono, where we are still experiencing a buyers’ market.
1. Creating fixes
Prior to showing the house, any necessary repairs should be taken care of.
2. Organize your things
Store anything that seems out of place.
3. Get your house as clean as it can be
Beautify the front of your home, steam clean the carpet, shine the windows daily.
4. Price it Correctly
Selecting the correct asking price is crucial. If your asking price is too low, you won’t realize enough profit from the sale. Remember that the most common mistake is a high price. Many believe that they can take a lower offer if they start out first with a high price. Overpricing can greatly limit marketability. Selecting the correct asking price for your home is crucial.
It is very difficult to select the right real estate agent. It is in your best interest to locate an agent who is well-versed in the Mulmur and Dufferin County area. You will need to find an agent that you are sure will work toward your best interests. You’ll want to seek out an agent with the ability to market as well as sell. For more information on my services as your local real estate agent in Mulmur, visit www.Northof9.ca or email me lora@royallepage.ca. On the chance you have yet to find an agent in Orangeville, Mulmur or the surrounding area, give me a call first for a free consultation. What can it hurt, and who knows I may just be what you need.
Selling Your Home in Orangeville…FAST
A number of reasons exist for wanting to sell off your house quickly. While your home is on the market, it creates a lot of stress, but hopefully this post can help you to be a little more stress-free.
The perceived value of your property can be greatly affected by the amount time it sits idly on the market. Ultimately, quick sales are much preferable to slow ones. I’ll cover how to sell your house quickly and profitably in this article.
Make Your House Seem As It Is Worth More
Be certain that your home is in the best condition. If you want to get the top dollar and also elicit that on the spot, “I must have this house” response in prospective buyers, it’s vital to have your home in ship-shape.
The kitchen and bathrooms are the key rooms to perfect. Ensure that the floors are shining. No grime or dirt whatsoever. You should not find any rusted metal. Damaged fixtures definitely need to be replaced.
Home appliances — whether they’re shower heads or the toilets themselves in the bathroom — should be cleaned thoroughly. If they are unable to be cleaned appropriately for any reason, it’s less expensive to replace them than allow them to adversely impact the selling price.
Spray WD-40 on any squeaky cabinet hinges you may have. If there are holes or dents in the walls or on the floors, it is imperative that they are fixed.
Make yours stand out from the crowd.
If you’re trying to sell your house, consider a focus point. Things such as an amazing backyard, mahogany cabinets or a great fireplace can be focal points. Buyers tend to decide emotionally, and then rationalize using logic that backs up their decision. With one awesome thing that sticks out about your house, buyers will fall in love much more easily. I have all my clients make a list of their 5 Favourite things about their home to use in our marketing plan.
Choose A Trusted Professional.
This brings us to the final and most important point: work with someone who knows their stuff.
Realtors have invested countless hours finding out the ideal way to handle sales and ensure you obtain the quickest sale possible for the greatest price. Paying 5 or 6% to a broker is not expensive because it will help you to get a good price and quicker sale of your property. Generally, it works out to be more economical in the long run to work together with a Realtor.
As an experienced professional in Orangeville real estate, I may be able to suggest ways to prepare your house in order to sell it quickly. Feel free to give me a call for a free consultation. You can also email me at lora@royallepage.ca for a copy of ‘Preparing Your Home to Sell’ with helpful tips on how to get buyers in the door!
Window Shopping
Windows & Doors
Home improvements increase your home enjoyment, but they also affect your home’s resale value – upgrading your windows and doors can yield a 50 to 75% return on investment at resale*. These tips will help you plan for your window and door improvement needs with a focus on resale value:
Plan – Consider important factors such as climate, cost, and style when planning your window and door upgrades. Seek professional advice to help determine what options best fit your needs and budget. Most companies provide a service that includes fitting, delivering, and installation.
Prioritize – Decide what features are most important to you. Wooden doors and windows are great for their natural warmth and appearance, fiberglass and vinyl are ideal for superior durability and maintenance, and steel is your best bet for added strength and security.
Style – Choose doors and windows that fit the character of your home. Casement windows and patio doors enhance viewing areas while adding more natural light, bay windows help create a focal point and enlarge a room’s appearance, and wooden doors can be custom made with unique designs and patterns.
Security – Add transparent polyester strips (PET) to glass for extra security. This window film can easily bear the pressure of intensive strikes by rods, hammers, and rocks. Choose a metal or solid hardwood entry door no less than 5cm thick to help prevent against break-ins.
Sound – Ensure your windows and doors are insulated for sound as 90% of exterior noise enters your home this way. Using laminated safety glass, secondary glazing, or placing a wider airspace between glass panes will help reduce outside noise significantly.
Lighting – Maximize the natural light that enters your home by installing windows or doors with glass panels on the south side of your house. This will allow sunlight to enter your home in the winter and prevent direct sunlight in the summer, so you can limit the unnecessary heating and cooling of your home.
Efficiency – Be aware that 30% of energy in your house is lost through windows and doors. Prevent heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer by using double or triple glazed glass panes and by purchasing windows with a low-e coating or inert gas fills. Steel and fiberglass doors have cores of foam insulation that give them better energy efficiency than wood.
Maintenance – Keep your windows and doors in good condition. Replace caulking and window glaze every few years to prevent drafts and condensation, and update the stain or paint on your door to keep it weather resistant and looking like new.
Upgrading your home’s windows and doors is a great way to enhance its entryway and curb appeal. When it comes to reselling your home, the more people like the outside, the more they will want to see the inside. Depending on the quality of installation, materials and maintenance, your new windows and doors carry a minimum life expectancy of 10 years and 25 years respectively.
*Appraisal Institute of Canada
A Sneeze-free Space: Tips for reducing allergens in your home
Living with stuffiness or asthma? Here are a few simple strategies for reducing allergy-causing problems in your home.
Rule #1: Keep things cool and dry.
Dust mites and mold love moisture and heat. To keep your air clean:
- Run the A/C. It dehumidifies the air, filters out pollen and discourages mold and dust mites.
- Use a dehumidifier to keep humidity levels between 30 and 50%.
- Use the exhaust fan in the bathroom to vent moisture.
Rule #2: Banish dust mites
The waste they leave behind is what triggers most allergies.
- Cover your mattress and pillows with allergen-impermeable covers, and wash your linens, curtains and slipcovers in HOT water (at least 130ºC). It’s the only way to kill mites.
- Try a no-frills approach to decorating. Use blinds instead of heavy curtains, avoid upholstered headboards, and get rid of knick-knacks that collect dust.
- Stick with hardwood or tile floors if you can, but if you have to have carpeting, go with low-pile and invest in a good vacuum with a HEPA filter.
- Keep the air clean with an air filtration system.
- Wash stuffed toys regularly, and store them in covered plastic bins.
Rule #3: Say goodbye to mold.
- Check your plants. If you see or smell mold, put aquarium gravel over the dirt, or find them a new home.
- Wallpaper traps moisture and grows mold. Get rid of old wallpaper, and never put new wallpaper over old – that just masks the problem.
- Wash your shower curtain regularly, or buy one that’s antifungal.
Rule #4: Tame pet dander.
If your best friend is making you itch and sneeze, saying goodbye isn’t your only option. Try these ideas first:
- Minimize dander by washing your pet’s bedding often, and vacuuming the spaces where s/he hangs out.
- Keep your pet out of the bedroom, and limit him to certain parts of the house.
- Talk to your vet about dander-resistant products.
Rule #5: Breathe clean air.
- Avoid smoking in your home and limit using the fireplace, since smoke can irritate allergies and asthma.
- Go natural. Forget scented sprays and harsh chemical cleaning products. Stick with simple, natural ingredients like baking soda, vinegar and lemon juice.
Keep your house dry, cool and clean, and you’ll be on your way to being healthier, happier – and sneeze-free!
