Q: We’ve been doing the rounds of open homes recently. While some agents are really helpful, many are not. What are the most important questions we should ask when we find a property we are interested in? John & Becky L. A: The open home is the best time to qualify a property in or out of your search. Take the opportunity to ask the agent questions face-to- face rather than via email or phone. If it’s busy then either come back …
Read More →Q: We are moving out of town and selling our home of the past 9 years. It’s a little shabby and could maybe do with a bit of work. We have had two appraisals from agents, but they both have given us a value below what we need to sell it for, and below what it’s worth. What should we do? Try another agent or spend some money tidying it up? Janice W. A: Many people think that what they paid for their home, or even what size mortgage t…
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