With January ending in just a few days, we approach February and Groundhog’s Day. This special day as most know features a groundhog looking for his shadow. Depending on if he finds it or not supposedly predicts when Spring is coming.
In my opinion though, if you look at the real estate market Spring is just around the corner no matter what are furry friend says!
The usual Winter doldrums are clearing up, there is tons of product of resales on the market and condominiums (especially in the North York and Down Town Areas) are selling like proverbial “hotcakes”. So the big question is are you ready for the Spring market?
If not, it is time to suit up and get yourself in limber shape to “SELL! SELL! SELL!”
Get your strategy down and get ready for a hefty Spring!
Friday, January 28, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
PIZZA:The Solution of the Day of Moving Hunger Pains
It’s 11:59am and moving is under way or possibly it is 5:59pm and moving is done. Your gears are shifting from moving mode to hunger mode. Your belly is making nautical sounds and feels as if the circus is in town. You need food but you JUST moved which means a whole host of problems (IE-No Food in the House, Low Cash, Lack of Time, and Fatigue). What is there to do?
I have moved several times and there is one tried and true delight which puts a smile on peoples face—pizza. It is cheap, easy, and accessible and you can share with your movers!
Pizza is the champion of meals for those moving. Think it through. Your legs are sore from all the movement and your arms feel like two dangling salami’s. Now picture this—you sit on that lone couch you have unpacked, quickly dial the digits of your favorite pizza place, and voila-in 40 minutes you have a piping hot pizza pie. Or consequently you can head over to the local grocery store pick up a frozen readymade pizza and pop it in the oven. Simplicity is key here.
Moving is hard, but do not do it alone, you have a friend named PIZZA!
I have moved several times and there is one tried and true delight which puts a smile on peoples face—pizza. It is cheap, easy, and accessible and you can share with your movers!
Pizza is the champion of meals for those moving. Think it through. Your legs are sore from all the movement and your arms feel like two dangling salami’s. Now picture this—you sit on that lone couch you have unpacked, quickly dial the digits of your favorite pizza place, and voila-in 40 minutes you have a piping hot pizza pie. Or consequently you can head over to the local grocery store pick up a frozen readymade pizza and pop it in the oven. Simplicity is key here.
Moving is hard, but do not do it alone, you have a friend named PIZZA!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Picking An Agent
How do you pick a Real Estate agent? What modes or methods of reasoning can be used to find a match for you and your real estate needs? Well, let us discuss first off why getting an agent is the way to go for most people.
Now I know some of you might say I am biased since I work for a law firm that specializes in real estate law, but agents are key to the lifeblood of selling and buying a property. Yes, you can buy or sell on your own but there are so many risks involved. It is usually a safer and smoother experience for the most part to deal with a realtor. With RECO backing them it can save a ton of headaches along the way as well.
So we know now why getting an agent makes sense, let us discuss who should it be? There are so many tactics you could use to select the agent right for you.
First there is the tried and true method of using a family member or close friend. What is great about this is that you know you agent well (or semi- well) and they somewhat should know your needs in the market. It is also nice using someone you are familiar with.
Another way of finding an agent is through language skills. For example if your first spoken language is Korean you may feel more comfortable working with an agent you speaks fluent Korean. There are agents speaking a whole host of languages which can really make it easier for you as the buyer.
Specialization of area is another key way to narrow your search. Some agents have an area that they specialize in. For example one agent may have sold over 50 homes in the Thornhill Woods area and is an expert with it thus it would make sense if you wanted to buy or sell there to use them. Another agent may specialize in Willowdale, thus making them a better choice than someone who is all over the place.
Finally doing your homework and researching agents is another way to go. See a sign on a bench, call up the office and see what the agent is all about. This takes some time but will help you find the right agent.
Finding the right agent does not have to be hard or a chore it can be simplistic and more than anything a benefit to you and your family. Happy searching!
Now I know some of you might say I am biased since I work for a law firm that specializes in real estate law, but agents are key to the lifeblood of selling and buying a property. Yes, you can buy or sell on your own but there are so many risks involved. It is usually a safer and smoother experience for the most part to deal with a realtor. With RECO backing them it can save a ton of headaches along the way as well.
So we know now why getting an agent makes sense, let us discuss who should it be? There are so many tactics you could use to select the agent right for you.
First there is the tried and true method of using a family member or close friend. What is great about this is that you know you agent well (or semi- well) and they somewhat should know your needs in the market. It is also nice using someone you are familiar with.
Another way of finding an agent is through language skills. For example if your first spoken language is Korean you may feel more comfortable working with an agent you speaks fluent Korean. There are agents speaking a whole host of languages which can really make it easier for you as the buyer.
Specialization of area is another key way to narrow your search. Some agents have an area that they specialize in. For example one agent may have sold over 50 homes in the Thornhill Woods area and is an expert with it thus it would make sense if you wanted to buy or sell there to use them. Another agent may specialize in Willowdale, thus making them a better choice than someone who is all over the place.
Finally doing your homework and researching agents is another way to go. See a sign on a bench, call up the office and see what the agent is all about. This takes some time but will help you find the right agent.
Finding the right agent does not have to be hard or a chore it can be simplistic and more than anything a benefit to you and your family. Happy searching!
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
HAPPY NEW YEAR
So it is January 4th, 2011 and the New Year is upon us. Why do we as humans gravitate so heavily to the trance of a supposed new year? People start their New Years resolutions, and start fresh deals and metaphorically wipe their slate clean.
It is funny though since what really truly changes from the 31st of December to the next day January 1? In one minute 2010 mircaculously became 2011. As if by magic!
We should use the New Year as a time to really finish what we started in the old year and begin anew.
So the question you have to be asking yourself is what can I do to finish the old and turn a new leaf? You can easily pick something about yourself you want to change and make it a goal for the new year. Maybe there is a client who were dealing with that can use a bit more help. There is so much you can do to bid adieu to 2010 and say hello to 2011.
It is funny though since what really truly changes from the 31st of December to the next day January 1? In one minute 2010 mircaculously became 2011. As if by magic!
We should use the New Year as a time to really finish what we started in the old year and begin anew.
So the question you have to be asking yourself is what can I do to finish the old and turn a new leaf? You can easily pick something about yourself you want to change and make it a goal for the new year. Maybe there is a client who were dealing with that can use a bit more help. There is so much you can do to bid adieu to 2010 and say hello to 2011.
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