Not chicken to sell your house!

It’s interesting to read articles about homes that people feel have a “spirit” in them.
I know that sometimes when I walk into home it has a wonderful feeling. I have had the odd occasion though when I walk into a house and the hair stands up on the back of my neck.
There are homes that are called “stigma homes” where there has been an unfortunate event. This is something that isn’t necessarily disclosed unless you ask point blank. If there has been any traumatic or unusual issues, these type of issues can affect the sale price of a home. I purchased one such home where there had been an incident outside the home and it turned out to be a great place and we didn’t have any issues.
One thing to consider; when you purchase a home and your family lives in it, that can create a sense of welcoming, peace, and comfort. One of the great things about home ownership is you get to create a new atmosphere in a home and it becomes a special place for your family and friends!
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#CreateANewSenseOfHome

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Selling air rights Alberta

At a Real Estate course in Calgary a few weeks ago, someone asked “what’s the most interesting thing you’ve ever sold”. One guy said he sold air; as in air rights. There was a church in Calgary that was never going to build upwards and they needed money, so they actually sold the rights to the air above their building to the people who own the land next-door thereby being sure that it would never abstract their view.
I watched a show where someone did a similar thing with some land in LA. I’m always on the lookout for that “new thing” that no one else is thinking about.
That would be so cool to have a whole brokerage that just sold air!
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#ThinkOutsideTheBox
#YouSoldWhat?
#AirRights

What's it going to be like to live here?

We have a condo on Airbnb in Kauai. It’s right on the ocean with a spectacular 280° ocean view that is jaw-dropping!
One of our renters called me and was complaining about one cracked tile and the toilet seat that was loose. As she was ranting at how awful this was, I thought, “wow it’s kind of like the old adage ‘can’t see the forest for the trees’ “. She couldn’t appreciate the amazing ocean view (in fact she hadn’t even opened the curtains to look at it!) because she was focused on tiny little imperfections.
So, when you’re looking at homes, try to look past small things that are wrong and look at the big picture, the big view, the future view; what’s it going to be like to live here? What’s the neighborhood like? Is it a good area? Will it suit my family? Etc.
Don’t focus on the negatives; always look for the positives.
Put on your rose-colored glasses and see how it looks through those.
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#LookAtThePositives
#CatchTheVision

Red Deer's secret to save money for a down payment

“I don’t have the money for a down payment” is a very common response I hear.
My friend tells me, “people always have money for the things that they really want“.

What would you be willing to give up to save money?
Here are a few ideas:
1. Save 10% of each pay check. Have it go into a separate account automatically each month & you won’t even miss it.
If you earn $50,000 in 1 year you would have 5000
2. Nix fancy coffee $4 x 4/week 832
3. Concert tickets/pass. $100 x 5 500
4. Fast from fast food $20 x 2/week 2080
5. Drive an affordable car. Save 550/month 6600 (Many people pay 800-900/mo but you can lease or buy an affordable car for $300/month or less)

SAVINGS TOTAL 15,012

That’s your 5% down on the average home for sale and it only took one year!
In one year you will be one year older whether you do this or not so just do it!!Save the money, choose to change a few little things and you can buy yourself a home!
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#XLatteLife
#DreamIntoReality
#SmallChanges

What are closing costs in Red Deer?

What are closing costs?
1. Land transfer tax. The government may charge land transfer tax when you buy a property. The tax is based on the home’s purchase price. Most provinces charge provincial land transfer tax, but some cities charge their own municipal land transfer tax as well. Taxes vary by province and first-time home buyers may sometimes receive a rebate for part of the cost.
2. GST or HST. GST is a federal “value added tax”. Usually, real property in Canada is taxable, including newly constructed or substantially renovated residential homes. Used residential homes aren’t subject to GST. HST on Real Property applies in provinces that are harmonized with the GST. If you pay GST and HST on newly constructed or substantially renovated residential homes, you may qualify for a “new housing rebate”.
3. Property taxes, utilities and condo fees. The seller may have prepaid property taxes, utility bills, or condo fees before you take ownership of the property. You reimburse the seller for the prorated portion of the costs from the closing date forward.
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