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Some Thoughts on Condition
Of all the things homeowners control when selling their home, the condition of the property is one of the most important.

A crucial part of marketing any product is the presentation of the product. Corporations and retail businesses understand this concept and pay millions of dollars each year to advertising and marketing consultants to get the best advice possible. The same is true for real property. In order to compete effectively with other sellers, homeowners must present their homes to the marketplace in an attractive, desirable condition. When you bought your home, you probably comparison shopped. Well, buyers are still doing that today. According to the National Association of Realtors, the average purchaser… Read Full Post

This level entry home with part basement has had many updates and shows very well. Features 2 bedrooms with the master being extra large with a nice sitting area and large closet. There is a nice deck off the master to enjoy your morning coffee. The Living room is also very large and features a L shape area for either a separate dinning area or computer area or what have you. The Bathroom is big and bright and features a Jacuzzi tub for your relaxation. There is a part basement that is partially finished with a Rec room area and a den or perhaps a 3rd bedroom. All rooms are large and bright and the yard is nicely landscaped and private. The home features 2 decks off of it and could have RV Parking if required. Situated in a Rural Setting but only minutes… Read Full Post

As the growing workforce evolves into more and more people becoming self-employed, the lenders and CMHC have had to adjust to the changing times.   Many lenders are now offering "Self-Employed" mortgage options, such as MICASA Mortgage Corportation, 1-877-336-0579,  has the i declare mortgage.  With this mortgage it simplifies the borrower some of  the hassle of income verification.  So if you are self employed don't fret your trip to your Mortgage Specialist there are options out there for you.  Read Full Post

With the Real Estate marketing heating up again, more people are turning to the internet to find their dream home.  Most home buyers start their search on www.mls.ca making it the 24th most  viewed website in Canada.  Most Real Estate websites offer interior shots of properties so buyers can preview and narrow down properties.  These added features are both a benefit to the seller and the buyer.   Check out my website to see my listings.  www.realtynanaimo.com

Currently there is an MLS service for Nanaimo, however there has been a lot of talk between the major listings brokers about having some sort of Broker reciprocity so that team members could display listings on their websites similar to the MLS

Up to this time there has been discussion in regards to broker reciprocity in the Nanaimo and Central Vancouver Island area. This would take the listing brokers and management brokers to have an agreement to share all MLS listings on their own personal websites. This system  would show up as each office and or individual realtor having all MLS listings on their concecutive web domains. In turn the offices that do agree to this would be allowed to provide this service and the offices that do not agree will not be…