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5 Landscape Ideas to Consider for 2023
Home Improvement Carly McGill Home Improvement Carly McGill

5 Landscape Ideas to Consider for 2023

As the snow melts and the lush green grass begins to grow, it’s only natural that we spend more time outdoors. To help maximize the potential of your outdoor space and spend as much time enjoying it as possible, there are some landscaping upgrades that you can implement.

From creating a backyard retreat to adding a water feature, here are some of the best landscape ideas to consider in 2023!

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Preparing Your Home for Winter in 5 Steps
Carly McGill Carly McGill

Preparing Your Home for Winter in 5 Steps

Once you have taken some time to enjoy the beautiful colours and traditions that are synonymous with fall, it’s time to place your focus back on home improvement and seasonal preparation - especially as we gear up for another Canadian winter!

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Preparing Your Home for Fall in 5 Steps
Carly McGill Carly McGill

Preparing Your Home for Fall in 5 Steps

Cooler temperatures, earlier sunsets and fallen leaves - it must be fall! While many of us are focused on putting away our summer essentials and enjoying cozy, fall outfits, homeowners are often contemplating how to prepare their home for the change in season. Luckily, we have broken down your fall home preparation into five simple steps.

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The Benefits of Working with a Local Real Estate Agent
Carly McGill Carly McGill

The Benefits of Working with a Local Real Estate Agent

At Lisa Cox Real Estate, we firmly believe that the key to finding the best real estate agent for your needs is working with a local professional. From having experience in the area to a deep investment and connection to the community, there are many reasons why working with a local real estate agent can be beneficial to you!

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10 Things to Consider Before Buying or Selling a House
Carly McGill Carly McGill

10 Things to Consider Before Buying or Selling a House

At Lisa Cox Real Estate, we believe that knowledge is power. Navigating the current real estate market is no simple task. And for most, not something that is done every day. For these reasons and so many more, it’s important to perform research, ask crucial questions and consider certain factors before getting started. Whether you’re looking to sell your home, buy a new house or invest in a property, here are 10 things that you should absolutely consider before getting started.

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5 Updates to Make Before Listing Your Home
Carly McGill Carly McGill

5 Updates to Make Before Listing Your Home

While it may not always be the easiest decision to put your home on the market, it is often the right choice. Especially if certain factors are affecting your quality of life, such as the size or location. Making the decision is just the first step, as you should create a strategic plan to ensure the success of your listing with help from your real estate agent. The key to any successful home listing, is first making a few updates! This can help to ensure that your home makes a splash once it hits the market, sells quickly and for an amount that meets your needs.

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Tips to Help You Save for a Down Payment
Carly McGill Carly McGill

Tips to Help You Save for a Down Payment

One factor that many home buyers cannot overlook is the down payment. While we do suggest saving as soon as possible, it can be difficult to determine how much to save and how long it will take to reach your goal. Saving for the down payment on your future home IS possible, with the right plan and approach. Let’s take a closer look at seven of the best ways to save for your down payment in this article.

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The Complete Homeowner's Guide to Curb Appeal
Carly McGill Carly McGill

The Complete Homeowner's Guide to Curb Appeal

Whether you’ve just purchased your dream home or are looking to sell your well-loved house, curb appeal should never go overlooked. Investing some time and effort upfront to prepare your home for sale will greatly increase the likelihood of receiving good, quick offers upon listing. In this helpful guide, we take a closer look at the importance of curb appeal and subtle changes that can help your home make a lasting first impression.

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The Best Paint Colours for Your Home
Design & Staging Carly McGill Design & Staging Carly McGill

The Best Paint Colours for Your Home

Nothing can bring your space together quite like the right coat of paint. The paint colour of a room and colour palette of your home can help create a warm and welcoming environment. The right colour can help tie together the other elements of your home, from the flooring and cabinets, to countertops, furniture and even the fixtures. But the question remains, which paint colour is best for your home?

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5 Signs You've Found the Perfect Real Estate Agent
Real Estate Carly McGill Real Estate Carly McGill

5 Signs You've Found the Perfect Real Estate Agent

Having the right real estate agent on your team can truly make all the difference. Buying and/or selling your home isn’t something that you do every day, which is why it is so important to have a seasoned professional to guide and support you throughout the process.

Have you found the perfect real estate agent who can meet your every need? Here are five signs you’ve made a fantastic decision.

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