Most advice on how to prepare your house for sale involves how the property will look to a potential buyer. Appearance is, of course, very important if you want to sell a house quickly and for the best price. But there are three other senses you have to satisfy as well.

Hearing. Check for creaks in the floor, a rattling washer or dryer, or any other unpleasant noise. You may no longer notice these sounds, but potential buyers will.

Smelling. You might love the aroma of exotic cooking, but visitors may not. Also check for other obvious sources of odours: such as ashtrays, laundry hampers, garbage...

According to studies, colds and flu bugs are passed from one person to another more often in the home than in any other location, including school and the workplace. Of food-based bacterial infections, 65% are picked up at home.

What can you do to reduce the risk?

Obviously, keeping rooms clean is important. But, according to The Lung Association, you are 200 times more likely to pick up a germ in the kitchen than in any other room, including the bathroom! So give the kitchen priority when cleaning.

Most people know to keep countertops, sinks and toilets clean and sanitized. But when was the last...

Thinking of renovating your home? Do you wonder if it will add value to your home? Do you want to know how much? Remodeling Magazine did a study of U.S. renovation projects that took place during 2014 and compared the cost of the renovation to the added value to the home. It is very interesting to note that ALL of the renovations they looked at added more value to the homes compared to the previous year! Here are some of the highlights:

Replacing your front door with a steel entry door has a return on investment of over 95%. After all, the entrance to a home is one of the first things...

You’ve probably started planning your summer vacation – location, hotel, flights, tours. And while you’re enjoying the rides with your family at Disneyland, or just relaxing on the beach in front of your cabin, the last thing you want is to be worrying about your home. Is home security part of your vacation planning? It should be! Most people know the basics of keeping a home secure while away, but here are some extra tips:

• Ask a friend, family member, or trusted neighbor to collect any mail, flyers, and packages delivered to your door. If you’re going to be...

It is extremely satisfying to sell a home quickly after listing it. We like the idea that we have something desirable, that other people value our home and the work we’ve put into it.

But beyond the convenience of having your home sell quickly, there is sometimes an urgent reason for finding a buyer as soon as possible. For example, a sudden relocation due to a new job, or needing the proceeds from the sale to put towards other financial obligations.

If this is the situation you’re in, make sure to explain the situation to your REALTOR®, so that they can put together...

Here are the latest stats for Lawson Heights in Saskatoon, SK. If you have any questions don't hesitate to give me a call at 306-373-7520 or send an email to paulmaczek@realtyexecutives.com.

Here are the latest stats for River Heights in Saskatoon, SK. If you have any questions don't hesitate to give me a call at 306-373-7520 or send an email to paulmaczek@realtyexecutives.com.

If you’re thinking of shopping for a new home, one of the first considerations is price range. You want to know what you can reasonably afford.

How do you figure that out?

First of all, you need to determine the initial costs you will need to cover, such as moving costs, legal fees, and a home inspection. On top of that, if you are selling your current home, there will be additional costs as you prep your current property for sale. For example you may need to repair or renovate, or have your home professionally staged.

You will want to budget between 5-10% above the purchase...

Here are the latest stats for Silverwood Heights in Saskatoon, SK. If you have any questions don't hesitate to give me a call!

Your home contains many sources of moisture, many of which can cause problems without showing any obvious signs until it’s too late. This can lead to issues like mould and wood rot. I’ve outlined some tips below that will help you keep your home’s moisture levels in check:

• Wipe up spills as soon as possible, especially on hardwood floors where water can seep through and become trapped

• Purchase a simple humidity meter to keep in your home. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the ideal range is between 30-60%, and expect variations from room to room

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