June 2007 - Posts

Understanding Buyer's Agency
29 June 07 01:37 PM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
PART 1 – The What As a home buyer, w hat can an agent do for me? A buyer’s agent is experienced in helping you, whether you are a first time buyer or you are on your fifth home. Your agent can help you decide your needs and budget if you are Read More...
Buyers Closing Day
29 June 07 08:12 AM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
On closing day (or possession day) a walk through inspection is in order. Your Realtor will arrange to visit the home. Make sure to call the lawyer in advance to make sure everything is following through as planned. You have bought the home at this point Read More...
The Calgary Folk Music Festival Is Back!
25 June 07 10:41 AM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
The Calgary Folk Music Festival is running July 26-29 and it is a great opportunity to check out a wide range of music from all over the world! It is held in Princess Island Park and over 60 artists are in attendance including Rufus Wainwright and Don Read More...
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Marketing your home...a better way!
15 June 07 10:23 AM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
It is very important to ask your realtor how they are going to market YOUR home. Most people don’t think of this when they sell their home. They see the usual methods of print advertising and open houses as the only channels they need to take to Read More...
Choosing the Right Lawyer
14 June 07 01:57 PM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
Choosing a lawyer is much like choosing a realtor. Just because you, as a buyer, find the cheapest option, it doesn’t mean it’s the best option. The best method to find lawyer is to go to a small to mid-sized firm and ask for a real estate Read More...
Buying Using an RRSP
14 June 07 09:18 AM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
Some buyers can be qualified under the Home Buyers’ Plan to use RRSP’s towards the purchase of a new home. This is advantageous for many buyers because this money is withdrawn without penalty. This means not taxes are owed and no interest Read More...
Becoming an Expert Stager
13 June 07 03:34 PM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
If you want to go the extra mile and sell your home even faster, there are a few inexpensive and easy things that you can do to spruce up the home and make it more appealing to potential buyers. The most important thing to do is make the home look good Read More...
Get Your Home Ready to Show - 12 Steps
13 June 07 03:31 PM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
Curb Appeal Remove clutter, cut grass, edge walks, trim hedges, weed gardens. Paint, fix or wash railings, steps, storms, screens and doors. Tuck away any children’s toys, gardening tools, etc. If it is winter, make sure the walk and steps are clear Read More...
That Four Letter Word
13 June 07 11:35 AM | Rob Johnstone | 0 Comments   
Everyone hates that four letter word: FEES. With the onset of the huge condo industry in Calgary, a big concern has been rising Condo Fees. With a new build, the contractor will usually estimate costs to be too low to attract more buyers. By taking a Read More...
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