The advantage to selling a vacant home is that you can offer quick
possession to a buyer. Even though the home is vacant it is easier to sell if
you continue to maintain the property by keeping utilities on, maintaining your
landscaping and consider staging the home. Remember: First impressions are
lasting impressions.
How to know when it is time to reduce your selling price
It is only natural to want to make as much money as possible on your
house but, if you have had a steady flow of buyers viewing the house and have
received no offers, it is often an indication the price is too high.
This is a good opportunity to ask your realtor to prepare an updated
market analysis to determine if your price is indeed too high.
Painting to sell your house
A coat of fresh paint can make a world of difference when selling a house
in Nanaimo. A few general rules to follow are: avoid loud, brash colors, choose
trending colors to get the newest in vogue paint, paint the ceiling (if it is
paintable) to brighten the room, use accent paint on doors, base boards, and
door trim.
Receiving an offer on your home
Before you accept
that offer on your Nanaimo home, here are 4 things to consider: First price,
most initial offers are open for negotiation so try not to get your back up
when you see the offer. Other important things to look at that may be
negotiable are the size of the deposit, what subjects the buyer has assigned to
the offer and what kind of closing dates they are proposing.
Nanaimo Real Estate
There are well over 20,000 realtors in British Columbia. A
significant minority of them are well versed in the value of Nanaimo real
estate. The natural beauty and beautiful views of Nanaimo homes for sale has
served to create a very competitive real estate industry in Nanaimo.
Nanaimo Real Estate
Among the many sub-specialties of Nanaimo real estate are:
oceanview (ocean view) property commercial property, condominiums for sale and Nanaimo homes
for sale. Nanaimo realtor Lynn Donn has many years of experience in all areas
of Nanaimo real estate. It won’t hurt to call her at 250-800-2717 for you questions pertaining
to Nanaimo real estate.
Nanaimo Realtors
There are many well qualified Nanaimo realtors. Some
specialize in condominiums for sale; some have excellent track records for
commercial property and the majority of Nanaimo realtors engage in Nanaimo
homes for sale.
Nanaimo Realtors
Nanaimo Real Estate Market provides a wide database of
Nanaimo homes for sale as well as of information regarding Nanaimo realtors.
Call (250) 800-2717 to inquire.
Nanaimo Homes For Sale
Home listings in Nanaimo are a topic that most Nanaimo
realtors are familiar with. The price range can vary from affordable to very
expensive. Many of the higher end homes
consist of oceanview property. Nanaimo is well known for oceanview homes with
spectacular views.
Nanaimo Homes For Sale
Before contacting any of the many well qualified Nanaimo
realtors when you are researching Nanaimo homes for sale consider several
factors such as length of experience as a Nanaimo realtor, reputation (ask
friends and family for their recommendations) and type of Nanaimo real estate
they normally engage in.
First time home buyer mistakes to avoid
First time home buyers
often make the same mistakes. In the
excitement to purchase their first home they may be in a rush to make a deal
and don’t do enough due diligence such as researching the neighbourhood they
want to buy into. Conversely, they may
take too long to make an offer on the perfect home only to find that when they
are ready the house has gone to someone else. Another common mistake is not
thinking ahead. For example what works
today in the way of a home may be too small once the babies start coming.
Why you don’t want to skip doing a home inspection when buying a home
Home inspectors know what
to look for. They inspect at least one
home a day and know where the problem areas are. A home inspector is a
disinterested party; he is not involved in the emotional part of buying or
selling the home and can look objectively at the house and deliver to you a
factual, unbiased report on the condition of the home.
Most popular home renos for return on investment
The three renovations
that are the most attractive to home buyers in Nanaimo are:
1. Kitchen renovations
2. Bathroom remodeling
3. Adding an additional room
1. Kitchen renovations
2. Bathroom remodeling
3. Adding an additional room
What makes a good real estate investment property?
Both houses and condos can make good real estate
investments. You will want to look for one that is in a high-demand rental
area, such as the University District or in Central Nanaimo near the
hospital. A good location ensures that
you can find good tenants fast. Another
thing to look for is a property that is easy to maintain, and one that will be
easy to sell when you decide to do so.
Four ways to upgrade your kitchen before selling your house
Everyone
knows that kitchens sell homes. If you
are thinking of selling your Nanaimo home but feel that the kitchen needs a
little spiffing up here are a few ideas: Stainless steel appliances are still
very much in demand. Energy efficient
lighting in the kitchen makes it easy to increase the light in a dark kitchen. Add a beautiful glass or mosaic backsplash to
liven up a kitchen. Stick to neutral
tones in paint choices and lighter wood stains for cabinets.
Are you thinking of downsizing your Nanaimo home?
Here are a
few signs that may indicate it’s time to move:
You have the urge to travel more but the responsibility of home
ownership is too demanding. You are
finding that there are rooms in your house that you don’t use. You have a lot of money tied up in your house
that you could be using for other things and your spare bedrooms are now being
used for storage. If this is the case
for you maybe its time to downsize to a patio home or condo.
The Nanaimo real estate market
Here is a
quick snapshot of the state of the Nanaimo real estate market as of July 1 ,
2015: Based on single family home sales
in Nanaimo there were 42% more homes sold in June 2015 than there were in June
2014. Average sale price was $397,448 up 10% from June 2014 and it was taking
17% fewer days to sell a home than it did the same time last year.
Tips for buying a summer cabin
In Nanaimo
our summers are lovely and many people like to go camping or enjoy a summer
cabin. If you are considering purchasing
a cabin you may wish to go and camp or spend some time in the area you are
looking at before you invest. Make sure
the climate, neighbours, noise levels etc. are all comfortable to you. Making a list of the amenities and features
of the area you are looking for can go a long way in helping you decide where
to buy.
Selling a vacant home in Nanaimo
There are pros & cons to selling a
vacant home . The pros are that the
buyer can get almost immediate possession of the house once they buy it. The cons are that a vacant house just doesn’t
show as well as a nicely furnished home.
If your home is vacant make sure to arrange for someone to maintain the
landscaping . Curb appeal is very
important when selling a home. If your
budget allows, you may wish to have the house professionally staged. According to the Real Estate Staging
Association, professionally staged listings spend 73 percent less time on the
market.
Selling your home in Nanaimo? Avoid these home buyer turnoffs
1.
Bad smells – Not all people are pet lovers. Keep that in mind by changing your cats
litter box regularly and vacuuming up after the dog. Other smells that are turnoffs are strong,
day old cooking odours especially garlic, onions & fish.
2.
Staying in the house during showings – Buyer’s will not feel comfortable
having you there as they look through your home
3. Personal clutter – De-clutter your home
before you list it. This includes family
photos, clutter on top of your counters and in some cases too much
furniture. It’s important for buyer’s to
be able to picture their things in your space.
Buying a condo in Nanaimo? Here are a few things to consider first
I work with a number of downsizers here in
Nanaimo. Many of them are looking to
move into a condo and leave the yard work behind. There are a few things to consider when
deciding which condo is right for you, such as the amount of the monthly strata
fee, what the strata fee includes, and the current financial status of the
Strata. As a Realtor I always order two
years of strata minutes which is a great way to see what types of complaints or
issues owners have had in the building.
Nanaimo open houses – what you need to know before you go
Open houses are a great way to look for
homes but can be time consuming. Why not
do some research before you hop in the car? Most Realtors post their open
houses on the MLS. They will be listed by
date and neighbourhood. Reviewing these
will assist you in preparing a list of homes in the neighbourhoods you like as
well as planning your tour in such a way that you’re not using up an inordinate
amount of gas going from one home to the next.
Top pick of Nanaimo homes for sale
My
‘Top pick’ this week is a lovely rancher style home in the Avonlea
neighbourhood in North Jingle Pot. 3561 WINDY POPLARS PLACE is a
lovely 1471 Sq. foot rancher situated in a nice cul-de-sac. The backyard has a stunning - full water fall and pretty garden
complimented with a new 120sf studio, complete with hydro and heating. This home is move in ready with a nice open
concept, hard wood floors, two sided gas fireplace, beautiful ensuite and
gourmet kitchen. $409,900.
Top pick of Nanaimo condos for sale
This
week’s Top condo pick is a 900 sq. foot, 2 bedroom, and ocean view suite with a
large 150 sq. foot deck.
411-770 POPLAR STREET in the Brechin Hill neighbourhood is
ideal as it is close to shopping, public transit, hospital and BC Ferries. Some
upgrades have been done including laminate floors, paint and baseboards. Asking
$199,900
Nanaimo home Buyer tips
In addition to the purchase price of the home
you want to buy, it is important to budget for the extra costs & fees
involved in purchasing a home. In order for your sale to complete there are
fees owed on, or by, closing day. Most of these fees are in addition to, and
separate from, your mortgage loan. Experts recommend budgeting at least 1.5% of the purchase
price toward closing costs.
Nanaimo home seller tips
Before listing your Nanaimo house for sale, it
is important to get out the calculator and figure out how much you will have
left over after it sells. Nobody likes “surprises” and too often home sellers
forget the associated costs of selling their Nanaimo property.
Here are a few things to subtract from your
sale proceeds: first & second mortgage payouts and any associated
penalties, any liens you may have on your Title, legal fees plus GST, any
outstanding property taxes & real estate commissions plus GST.
Nanaimo home seller tips
Should you accept the first
offer you get on your house? Historically, the first offer is often the best offer. With this in
mind, though, I wouldn’t be quick to suggest discounting the home especially if
it has just come onto the market. A few
things to consider before accepting or countering an offer are: current
inventory levels, knowing whether it is a balance, buyers or sellers’ market,
and what percentage of asking price the average home is receiving
currently. All this information can be
supplied to you by your Realtor.
Nanaimo home buyer tips
Buying a home does not have to
be stressful if you make sure to prepare yourself in advance. Here are a few things to do before you start
the home buying process. 1. Get
pre-approved before you start shopping. That way you are ready to make an offer when
the right home presents itself. 2. Shop in your price range. This one seems obvious but many buyers do
look at homes in a price range that is higher than they can afford. 3. Know your closing costs. There are additional costs to buying a house
over and above the sale price. 4. Work with a Realtor. Many buyers do not realize that the seller
pays the Realtor not the Buyer. Take
advantage of the market knowledge a Realtor can offer you.
Top pick of Nanaimo condos for sale – investor alert
This week’s Top condo pick is a two bedroom
condo. 3-68 MILL
STREET is an ideal condo for both a first time home
buyer and an investor. The Strata allows
rentals. The location is ideal as it is
close to Bowen Park and within walking distance to the ocean. Some upgrades have been done including
laminate floors, paint and appliances. 793 Sq. feet at $115,000
Top pick of Nanaimo homes for sale
My ‘Top pick’ this week is a lovely family
home in my own neighbourhood, Stephenson Point. 3455 BUDEHAVEN DRIVE This well-kept home has some wonderful features which include high
ceilings, formal living and dining room, 4 or 5 bedrooms, beautiful wood floors
and a pretty breakfast nook in the white kitchen. The best feature, in my opinion, is that the
lovely, private back yard backs right onto Planta Park. A must see home. 2522 Sq. feet at $479,900
Nanaimo home seller tips
If you are considering doing some upgrades
to your home before you put it on the market, these three upgrades can make
your home more appealing to buyers.
1.
Updated Kitchens – The #1 feature that today’s
buyers are looking for in a home is an updated kitchen.
2.
Updated bathrooms – The 2nd
most appealing feature to buyer’s is a home with updated bathrooms.
Nanaimo home buyer tips
Moving costs can be hefty. Here are four things to consider when you put
your moving budget together:
Do you hire a professional moving company
or do you move yourself?
How do you and your family make the
move? If you are moving across the
country you will need to budget in flights or gas, meals and accommodation.
The cost of packing materials, such as
boxes and tape can add up so budget for that.
Utility fees such as hooking up your hydro,
gas etc.
Top pick of Nanaimo condos for sale
This weeks Top condo pick, is in the
Seascape Building on Departure Bay Rd.
The address of this 1134 sq. foot ocean view condo is 312-2560 DEPARTURE BAY ROAD. This unit has an updated kitchen and lovely hardwood floors, wide
base boards and both bedrooms enjoy views of the Bay. This one will not last at $229,900.
Top pick of Nanaimo homes for sale
This weeks ‘Top pick’ is a lovely upscale
home at 6172
NITINAT WAY in North Nanaimo. Location is perfect for families with kids in
Dover high school or McGirr Elementary. The house was built in 2010 and
features a wonderful modern, open concept layout, gourmet kitchen and a heat
pump. It’s been
beautifully maintained and is move-in ready. 2064 Sq. feet at $499,900.
Mission Of Nanaimo Real Estate Market
Nanaimo, British Columbia offers some of the most beautiful
scenery in North America. The demand for homes is constantly growing and buyers
often seek professional assistance about homes for sale in Nanaimo.
Often ocean view property is the first topic prospective purchasers
inquire about.
The primary mission
of Nanaimo Real Estate Market is to provide first-step online information
and guidance pertaining to the best buys for Nanaimo homes for sale and tips
for both home buyers and sellers alike. Additionally, Nanaimo real estate
and facsimiles is an important subject. Nanaimo real estate and facsimiles has
not been properly considered by other forums which address Nanaimo real estate
even though it is very important.
Information pertaining to Nanaimo homes for sale and Nanaimo condominiums for sale will be posted on a regular basis. Occasionally evaluations of the best Nanaimo realtors will also be offered. All of the information and tips regarding Nanaimo real estate is based on the experience of Nanaimo real estate agents.
Information pertaining to Nanaimo homes for sale and Nanaimo condominiums for sale will be posted on a regular basis. Occasionally evaluations of the best Nanaimo realtors will also be offered. All of the information and tips regarding Nanaimo real estate is based on the experience of Nanaimo real estate agents.
Nanaimo oceanfront property for sale
Nanaimo is a very beautiful city with spectacular views. One
of the major subdivisions of Nanaimo real estate is Nanaimo ocean front
property for sale. Nanaimo homes with ocean view are always in high demand and Nanaimo
real estate agents realize that it is the most lucrative field of the Nanaimo
real estate market.
Lynn Donn specializes in Nanaimo oceanfront real estate.
Waterfront property in Nanaimo offers beautiful scenery. Occasionally Nanaimo ocean
front homes come at surprisingly affordable prices but only a select few of Nanaimo
realtors maintain up-to-date listings to help their clients find those
bargains. Anyone interested in Nanaimo homes for sale should also consider
oceanfront homes for sale in Nanaimo.
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