Buying a home can be an exercise in priorities and value. Homebuyers are inundated with different comparable properties, each having it's own value proposition. One predominant factor that more people are looking at is return on investment and total cost of ownership over a period of five to ten years. There are a number of
Did you know that dry air can affect the respiratory system by taking moisture from nose and throat passages? This makes us more susceptible to colds and flu bugs. Dry air can take moisture from the skin leading to cracked or bleeding knuckles, chapped lips, and skin condition flare-ups. When the air is very dry,
The buying season has traditionally been in the spring and summer because families are generally motivated to move before the start of the new school year so their kids can get settled. It's also when new listings come on the market and there is a good inventory of homes to choose from. But not
Port Hardy home staging We all want a stylish home with the latest colours and features that buyers are expecting. Let me help with your Port Hardy home staging. Even if your home is not on the market, it's still nice to be a well-planned and decorated environment - especially during the winter when
Can modular construction solve the housing crisis? It depends on who you ask. Housing affordability is determined by price and price is a function of supply and demand. If new construction is constrained by factors such as regulation, mortgage rates, and labour availability then it will cost more to build which will reduce the number
Michelle Obama's book was awesome. This is an exerpt from the review from Amazon: In a life filled with meaning and accomplishment, Michelle Obama has emerged as one of the most iconic and compelling women of our era. As First Lady of the United States of America—the first African American to serve in that
Often overlooked insulation projects with substantial savings Small spaces need insulation and are often missed or under-insulated. New products on the market make it easy and inexpensive to seal your home from drafts and air leaks, making it warmer in winter and easier to cool in summer. Crawlspaces These cramped
The following fall yard maintenance tips are recommended by Roger Cook, the landscaping specialist on the show This Old House. Aerate the lawn Pooling water during the winter can harm the root systems of some lawns. It's a good idea to aerate the lawn so water has some place to go and nutrients can
The Vancouver Island real estate market This video is produced by the Vancouver Island Real Estate board. Sales on Vancouver Island are down while inventory is up. Present market conditions are described as balanced. For more information about the Port Hardy real estate market, please contact me. Weaker Housing Market Persisting NANAIMO, BC –
Tim B. Merrilee assisted my family with the purchase of two houses and the sale of one. In all instances, she displayed professionalism and an eagerness to meet our needs. Her advise was sound and processing of the deals thorough. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a quality Realtor.
