Many of us are at a loss for words when it comes to understanding real estate terminology. Knowing how to properly communicate with realtors will give you an edge as you emerge into the housing market. Familiarize yourself with these terms and you will be talking like a pro in no time! Appraisal: A...
READ MOREWhy the Canadian Real Estate Market Is a Great Investment for Americans
In the months approaching the U.S. election thousands of Americans promised that if Trump won, they would head north to Canada to escape his Presidency. Since his controversial win, an overwhelming amount of U.S. citizens have been reaching out to us at Performance Property Management. In response to the influx of calls and emails...
READ MORE4 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Winter and Save Money
Canadian winters can be unforgiving, particularly on the budget. Utility costs can skyrocket if you do not take precautionary measures to properly winterize your home. These 4 simple tips can save you hundreds of dollars this winter. Clean Your Gutters Luckily, it costs you nothing to clear the leaves and outdoor debris from...
READ MOREWhat Does Trump’s Win Mean for The Canadian Real Estate Market?
By: Chala Speciale The entire world watched with jaws dropped in the early hours of the morning as the 45th President of the United States was announced – none other than reality TV star turned Politician, Donald Trump. For millions of millennials across the globe, this was the second worst day in American history...
READ MORETop 3 Tasks You Should Outsource to A Property Manager
Dealing with the needs and issues of your tenant can be time consuming and very stressful. Implementing these 3 tips is a simple, affordable solution that will have you wondering why you didn’t outsource to our team at Performance Property Management sooner. Relax, we have you covered. Finding Ideal Tenants Finding tenants can be...
READ MORE3 Ways to Modernize Your Home
Although we can agree that there’s something charming about an old home’s character, if it makes you feel like you are stuck inside another decade or century, then it’s time for a change. Whether you’re looking to refresh your home, or prep it for the real estate market these 3 useful tips can help...
READ MORE2 Reasons Why Open Concept is the Best
Open concept has been around for years but lately it has taken the real estate world by storm leaving more and more home owners opting for this airy, light-filled, beautifully flowing design concept. Read on to find out why we are such huge fans of everything open concept! 1. Open Concept Brings Families...
READ MORE3 Things to Consider When Buying a Cottage
1. How far is too far? The cost and time involved in actually getting to the cottage can really ruin the experience – battling cottage-bound and return traffic while racking up gas receipts. Consider the distance and calculate the cost before buying. A lot of buyers who jump on a good deal 3...
READ MORELiving Small: Two Factors to Consider Before Going Tiny
As we all know tiny living is the latest fad to hit the real estate world. From Canada to the United States, more and more home owners are opting to downsize in order to save big and get rid of their monstrous mortgages. Think you got what it takes to go tiny at 140-300...
READ MORETo Fix or Forget: What Home Improvements Should I Tend to Before Moving?
What do you do when you are looking to list your home for sale and your mind is running in circles trying to figure out what parts of the house you have to renovate, paint, update or just forget about altogether? This blog can help you find that clarity by determining which home improvements...
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