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wicked unique home, Halifax NS
The “Boat-less” Boat House
Hello again!
Recently as a part of one of the homes we built, the clients wanted a boat house, that was totally land locked! The request was for a separate room, detached from the home where they could relax and simply enjoy the view of the water. With a rolling glass garage door on the front, it can be rolled up to let in the fresh air, or closed, and as this room is fully insulated it can be enjoyed all year round.
A perfect place to read a book as the sun is setting and enjoy your favorite drink!
Check out the pictures below!
For more pictures of this home, or to view more of our projects visit our website!
www.woodmasters.ca
IGNITE YOUR IMAGINATION!
Wood Masters Construction Ltd.
Your Home At A Glance
Your home at a glance
Have you ever driven up to a restaurant and your first impression was disappointing? Perhaps the windows looked dark and gloomy, the façade was worn and unattractive or for some other reason it just didn't look like a tempting place to eat.
It could still be a fantastic restaurant – a real gem. But, your first impression has soured your anticipation. If you still walk through the front door, it will likely be with the expectation of being disappointed.
This scenario often plays out in the real estate market as well.
A buyer drives up to a home for sale and quickly forms an impression based on what he sees "from the curb". That's why you'll hear real estate experts talk about the importance of "curb appeal". It's one of the most important selling points of a property.
If you plan to put your home on the market, you obviously want your home to look as attractive as possible from the street. Fortunately, there are many simple things you can do to improve curb appeal.
For example, you can trim shrubs and hedges, plant flowers, clean the walkway and driveway, paint the front door and garage door, and clean the exteriors of the windows. All these projects are relatively easy and inexpensive. Yet, each can make a dramatic improvement to how your home looks at first glance.
Don't be like the great restaurant that’s hidden behind an unkept façade. Make sure your curb appeal reflects the overall value of your property.
Looking for more advice on selling your home quickly and for the best price? Call today.
5 Unusual (but effective) Home Staging Ideas
5 Unusual (but effective) Home Staging Ideas
"Staging" your home is all about making the space in your home as appealing as possible to buyers. You may already know the basics, such as eliminating clutter. Here are some other tips that are less well known yet very effective:
Chandeliers. Surprisingly, these are one of the simplest ways to make a foyer, dining room or living room dramatically more eye- catching. You can buy a good-looking chandelier for a few hundred dollars.
New linen. This is something many home sellers don't consider, but should. Replace any worn linen – sheets, coverings, towels, and even oven mitts with new ones. Believe it or not, new linen makes a big impression on buyers.
Pedestal sinks. It may not be practical for you to replace a bathroom sink. However, if you are doing a renovation, keep in mind that pedestal sinks – especially in small washrooms – are a big hit with buyers.
New appliances. A brand new fridge, stove and dishwasher are motivating selling features to buyers. That's because new appliances make the whole kitchen look brand new.
Avoid multi-use rooms. Have a spare bedroom that doubles as a home office? That's a turnoff to buyers. Whenever possible, stage each room so that it has a singular purpose. A guest bedroom, for example, should be only that.
Want more tips on how to stage your home so that it attracts buyers? Call today.
You don't notice it - But most Buyers will
Imagine you're viewing a potential new home. You walk in the front door and are instantly impressed. You explore the property room by room and like what you see.
Then there's something you notice that's not quite right. An odour. You realize that it's likely cat dander and, now that you've identified it, you smell it everywhere. Suddenly the home doesn't seem as attractive as it did just moments earlier.
The owner of the property is probably so used to the smell that he doesn't even notice it. Neither does anyone else in the household.
So, when marketing your home for sale, be scent sensitive. Think about the odours that you may have become used to but others are likely to notice. Even odours you think are pleasant, like the strong scent given off by some house plants, may not be pleasing to everyone.
An odour can easily distract a buyer from appreciating the good qualities of your property. Pay particular attention to garbage bins (which can smell even when empty), pets, kitty litter (even when fresh and unused), the kitchen (especially after cooking), perfumes, and closets.
The smell of cigarette smoke is particularly unpleasant to many people. Its odour can linger even on an outside deck or patio.
Bottom line? Don't assume buyers won't notice certain smells. They will.
Looking for more advice on selling your home quickly and for the best price? Call today.
First Time Home Buyers RRSP Program
I would like to let everyone know about the "First Time Home Buyers" RRSP program. This is a successful and easy program that helps my clients get the best rates and their new home!
1. A first time home buyer is someone who has not owned a home in 4 years. You do not have to be a "true" First timer! 2. You do NOT need an RRSP to use this program, You basically borrow money for your down payment and closing cost, Then... in TWO years start paying it back into an RRSP, which is great because you will then have an RRSP!! Literally a win win!
The payments are very low, for example $20,000 RRSP loan payment is $150/month...and did I mention, it goes back into your own RRSP?
Exceptional, isn't it?
Becoming a home owner is an exceptional means to build personal wealth and attain financial stability.
Contact me for further details, and let's put you on a path to financial stability.
How is a REALTOR in Nova Scotia like the CAA?
I don’t know about you but before I earned my real estate license January 2010 (happy 4th anniversary to me), I had no idea how the real estate industry worked here in Nova Scotia. I wasn’t aware there was a legitimate place to complain about a negative real estate experience other than the kitchen table of my friends’ home over a glass of wine. And just what was this REALTOR® logo all about?
So here it is in a nutshell:
The Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission (NSREC) is an independent, non-government agency, responsible for regulating the real estate industry in Nova Scotia. It was established to ensure consumer confidence in the real estate industry by supervising professional activities of all real estate brokers and salespeople practicing in Nova Scotia.
So, have a legitamate complaint about a salesperson or had a unreasonable experience in a real estate transaction? Contact the NSREC.
What’s the difference between a real estate salesperson and a REALTOR®?
⇒A real estate salesperson took a comprehensive 4 week course and passed a challenging exam created by the NSREC to ensure professional standards and can practice anywhere in Nova Scotia.
⇒Licensed salespeople have the option of joining an association called the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR). It strives to strengthen the image and professionalism of its members through continuing professional education and maintaining high professional standards. They own the right to use the brand logo, REALTOR® to indicate those in the industry that adhere to a higher standard. The Association’s mission is to enhance REALTORS®’ success by providing services and representation to enable them to best serve the public in real estate transactions. The Association also acts as the voice for real estate in Nova Scotia.
In other words, you’d go to a government agency (Access Nova Scotia) to write a test to obtain your driver’s license but you’d have the option of joining the Canadian Automobile Association for additional options and protection. Their brand logo is CAA.
So there you have it. Hope this helps.
- See more at: http://nsrealtors.ca/huh-how-is-a-realtor-in-nova-scotia-like-the-caa/#sthash.BNaGjMFj.dpuf
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