Want to make your bathroom look fantastic without having to do a major renovation? There are a lot of projects you can do yourself. In fact, there are some improvements you can get done in less than a day that will transform the look and feel of your bathroom. Check out these ideas:
Update the sink. IF you have some basic plumbing knowledge this is a project you should be able to do on your own. A new sink can make the entire vanity look new.
Buy new decor. New shower curtains, towels, window coverings, mats, etc. can transform the look of a bathroom.
Install new hardware. Replacing cabinet hardware may not seem like much of a change. However, it can have a surprisingly big impact. Shiny new hardware is like jewelry. It stands out.
Replace the vanity mirror. Even if there are no scratches, an older mirror is like an old pair of glasses. It can become foggy. No amount of cleaning will make it any clearer. When ordering a replacement mirror, be sure that your measurements are exact.
Paint. There’s no doubt about it. A fresh coat of paint makes any room look better.
These bathroom improvement projects can make a huge impact on the look of your bathroom. And, they can all be done affordably and in just a day or two.
Ideally when you sell your home, you want to process to go smoothly and relatively stress-free. While things may happen that are outside your control, there is a lot you can do to ensure that the selling experience is a good one.
Consider these four steps to reduce worry and stress when listing your home:
Step 1
Learn the selling process. find out what to expect when the FOR SALE sign goes up. How will viewings be scheduled? Will an Open House be needed? What happens when there is an offer? The more you know, less mysterious – and, therefore, less stressful – the experience will be.
Step 2
Schedule wisely. Use a calendar to block out times for viewings and other selling-related activities. Be sure to schedule plenty of time to clean and de-clutter your home before a viewing or Open House. Try not to have a tight schedule during the sales period.
Step 3
Anticipate issues. The more problems you can foresee, the better you’ll be prepared to deal with them as they arise. For example, if you know you’re going to have a busy week at work, start making plans now to deal with viewings and related matters during those days.
Step 4
Make decisions. Things can move quickly in the real estate market. There might be times when there are no enquiries at all, and then suddenly two offers might come in.
Be prepared to make some quick decisions. Fortunately, with sounds advice from me as your real estate agent, making those decisions will be a lot easier.
So, follow these simple steps. They’ll help make your sale less worrisome, and even enjoyable! And as always, feel free to contact me if you have any questions!
Many people who own condos consider their property to be an income generator rather than a primary residence. If you are among them, and have purchased a condo as an investment rental unit, you should be aware that there are added requirements attached to your ownership.
For example, if your property becomes vacant from time to time, you should alert your insurance company. A temporary adjustment to your homeowner’s policy may be implemented during the time the condo is unoccupied, because there is increased risk of undetected damage due to break-ins and/or vandalism, extreme weather, or utility failures such as plumbing leaks and electrical short-circuits.
In fact, in some cases, an insurance policy may be cancelled outright if the insurer has not been notified that the property is vacant, or if a supplementary policy has not been taken out, possibly with a secondary insurance provider. Of course, such coverage will likely change your premiums during the time your condo is unoccupied, but you will be in a much more secure position knowing you are covered for unexpected events during the time you don’t have a tenant.
For most people, smoke detectors are simply taken for granted. But, when it’s time to replace your smoke detectors, be sure to understand the differences between the two main types.
Ionization types use a battery to create a small current that charges the ion particles inside the detector. If that current is disrupted by smoke, an alarm is triggered. Though they are designed to detect all types of smoke, they tend to be more sensitive to smoke from fast-flaming fires, such as those that might occur in a kitchen. Another type is a photoelectric detector, which powers a small beam of light that, when broken by smoke, will sound an alarm. This type tends to be more sensitive to smoke from a smouldering fire, such as a cigarette on upholstery.
To be safe, homeowners are advised to use both types of detectors in their homes because no one can predict the type of fire that may break out, nor where it might start. Locate them strategically based on the type. Also, be sure your units are tested regularly, and their batteries are changed bi-annually
