Prepping your house for sale can often require an investment to bring it up to current standards and help it compete in the hot real estate market. Especially if you’ve lived in the house for several decades, you may be blind to your home’s shortcomings. Here, we examine the top home renovations to ensure your […]
A great backyard can be the most relaxing part of a house. However, if neglected, it can also be one of the most stressful areas to maintain. We reached out to our RE/MAX Hallmark Pilon Group Influencers to find out the best ways to have a backyard you can boast about. Tidy Up! Storage sheds […]
The summer selling-season frenzy is over, but fall has just as much (if not more) sales-inducing mojo to offer. The crisp autumn weather gives home hunters new incentive to find that perfect house to snuggle into before the snow comes. Here are some surefire season-sensitive tips to make sure it’s yours that they choose. Clean […]
Whenever you leave your home — whether it’s for a fall vacation, the school run, or a just a long day at Costco — you want everything to be in its place when you get back. Protect yourself from theft with these do’s and don’ts of home security. Do: Lock It Down Sure, it’s home-security […]
We’re often told, first impressions matter, and things aren’t any different when it comes to the process of purchasing a home. It only takes a few minutes, from the time buyer looks up the house online or drives by that you can really excite them about what’s inside. Besides regular lawn and garden care, there […]
There are a lot of things to consider when you are going to sell your home. See below our top tips from our experts at RE/MAX Hallmark Pilon Group Realty to prepare your home and get it sold! Curb Appeal First impressions are critical when it comes to real estate, so to ensure potential buyers […]
As the oldest millennials enter their 30s, more and more are entering the housing market. In fact, according to a 2017 report, peak levels of millennials will be making housing decisions in the next five years, including the decision to buy. Although some of their ‘must haves’ are the same as those of generations past—such […]
A hot housing market means first impressions are more important than ever. Give your home an advantage by taking the time to spruce it up before you list, and whatever you do, don’t forget to stage this important space. Don’t Neglect the Basement A basement chock full of your disorganized piles of junk is a […]
Avoid the cost and chaos of a major renovation and transform your home into a luxurious living space with these simple steps. Money may be tight, but you can still live the luxe life. Clean Off Surfaces The first step to making a space feel more luxurious is to clear it out. While it may […]
A number of factors coming together at the right time are making Ottawa the right place for Real Estate. The Ottawa economy is robust and showing signs of expansion. Local high tech companies are growing while major retailers are all announcing expansion plans. The expected launch of light rail transit in the nation’s capital in […]