We just received feedback from a realtor that had shown one of our clients properties yesterday and the one comment they made that really struck me was how well cared for and maintained our clients home was. The photos that SeeVirtual360's photographers took, showcased our clients property accurately. The Buyers commented that they could tell our Sellers really wanted to sell their home. Many times we take our clients through homes that you wouldn't think should be on the market as they are left in disarray, dirty and cluttered.
Whomever you hire to sell your home, insist they hire a professional to photograph your home. As my blog title says "A picture truly is worth a thousand words". Photographers are trained to set the right kind of lighting and to remove certain things from a room or take photos from the right angle. A simple point and shoot is not enough in today's market.
First impressions are huge and setting the stage is important.
When I came across this article I thought it was important to share.
If you are looking to sell, we at the Bettina Reid Group pride ourselves in helping you to prepare your home for sale. We have SeeVirtual360 photographers shoot all of our clients homes and we will be sure to showcase your home to get it sold and help you make your next move!
Today was the 1st day back to school for children across Canada. Parents everywhere are excited to get their children back in to a routine.
Strange as it is, my teenage girls were actually looking forward to school. My youngest was much like most kids and looking forward to seeing all her friends that she hadn't seen all summer long. Not really looking forward to school itself but the social side of things. My eldest on the other hand started her last year of highschool today, which on it's own is the reason she was looking forward to going back.
I will never understand the schools here in BC and only going back for an hour today. The reason we were told was to help schools get organized, but I have heard many schools in the past take a week or more to get their classes organized. I have lived in 3 other provinces across Canada and today would have been the 1st full day, not tomorrow. It is such a teaser for the kids, especially the younger ones.
For some great tips for parents on how to help your children to get back in to school routines visit the following link:
Just back from taking a mini Whistler vacation with my amazing husband...and no kids. Love them, but we all need a few days without them once in a while. Figured it was a good time to get away before things get busy in the fall market.
The 1st night we stayed at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, where our accommodations were definitely 5 star. We were asked if we would prefer the slope side because of the incredible views...even though we chose not to get slope view we still had an amazing view of the mountains. The service was impeccable and the room itself was relaxing and comfortable...exactly what we needed.
Right now as a BC or Washington resident you get better than the best available rates along with the opportunity to upgrade upon check in.
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While we were in Whistler we discovered a recently opened restaurant "El Furniture Warehouse" where everything on the menu was $4.95.... Seems hard to believe but it's true, all the starters, salads, entrees and desserts were $4.95 each. We figured for the price we would at least give it a chance...although really didn't have great hopes. I mean how can a restaurant offer good food for that price. We figured it would either be really small portions or taste terrible....
We were pleasantly surprised, we seated ourselves and the waiter was quick to get us menus and drinks. Then informed us things might take a bit of time as they had just sat a group of 30. We figured let's wait it out, we really wanted to see what it was like. Then I ordered the "Works Burger" the waiter had highly recommended and my husband ordered the pulled chicken sandwich as well as beer battered onion rings. It did take a while, as predicted but all the servers were very attentive and either refilled our drinks or made sure to let us know it wouldn't be long. When our order arrived the meals came with a fair amount of fries and a regular size sandwich. The onion rings were nice and crisp. We enjoyed every bite of our meal and look forward to coming back.
Unfortunately, we weren't the ideal customers as we aren't drinkers. But for a place like Whistler I am sure they must make their money off the alcohol they serve. From what I could tell the beer and drink prices seemed to be on par with most pubs. We highly recommend checking them out the next time you are in Whistler, be prepared to wait in long lines in the evening as the restaurant fills up fast.
I have to wonder is this more of a case of neglectful parenting assuming that a seat will keep their infant safe while they step away. Otherwise, how does an infant come out of a chair like this and crack their skull.
It was found that infants could arch their back and flip or maneuver out of the Bumbo seat, causing injury or falling out. Some of the cases were of infants being placed on tables instead of the floor as recommended. Regardless, it is for this reason that unless a baby is in their crib sleeping they should not be left unattended in a chair, highchair, change table or anything where they could potentially fall. It only takes a second.....Personally not sure the safety kit will stop infants from being injured...but that is my opinion.
A picture truly does tell you a lot about a home. Which is why we use the services of SeeVirtual360 for all of our listings. Not only do they hire professional photographers to capture the home, they also offer for professionally measured floorplans.
There`s nothing worse than going on MLS and searching for your new home only to find homes for sale with no pictures, only a front shot, blurry shots or even worse pictures with people and pets in them. It`s human nature to try to visualize what something is and that is why it is so important to make sure your home gets great photos. The photos are what draws you in.
Take a peak at the houses we have for sale and see what we mean.
It is important when you are selling your home to showcase it as best as you can. As a Seller you can set the stage but if you don`t have a good photographer it doesn`t matter how good your house looks, chances are the photos won`t tell the story they need to in order to get your home SOLD! If you scroll through the homes we have SOLD, you will immediately recognize the ones we listed for sale versus the homes we helped our clients purchase, as not all realtors use professional photographers.
If you are thinking of Selling your home this fall, give the Bettina Reid Group a call and we would be happy to give you a free home evaluation and show you how we can help you get your home SOLD!!!
Yesterday my eldest daughter turned 16 years old... WOW! I still can`t believe I have a 16 year’s old! I met my husband just before I turned 16 and now I have a 16 year old with her Learners permit entering into her last year of highschool.
When your kids are young everyone always tells you how fast your kids will grow up and to cherish every moment you have. Now I have become one of those parents because time seems to go by faster and faster the older our children get. This last year of highschool that my eldest is about to enter, will go by much quicker than we would like. Before we know it, we will be taking her to University. We are very proud of her and know this is just another one of the stages in life...
So I will be like all those parents before me and ask that you truly cherish every moment even the small ones. Take the time to just listen and make the moments last because before you know it they are all grown up!
With the holiday yesterday and then an office sales meeting this morning, I decided to make our weekly team meeting a lunch meeting and figured we should try out the new Original Joe's in Cloverdale. I blogged last week about them opening in the new Brickyard plaza and thought it would be good to check them out.
We were all pleasantly surprised at how good the food was, as well as how well the dishes were presented. Every dish that past by our table looked very appetizing and we all left planning to bring our spouses and families in to try the place out again.
Today we tried the lettuce wraps...which is what I personally had and they were very tasty! One of us had the chili corn chowder another the fish tacos and the last meal was the bruschetta penne. All great choices!!!
Visit last week's blog for the link to Original Joe's website and check out their menu.
Finally a new restaurant in Cloverdale! Looking forward to trying the restaurant out with the family. I hear the food is pretty good. They seem to have a lot to choose from, a little something for everyone!
Happy St. Patrick's Day to all! Have a fun night tonight and please don't Drink and Drive!
Everyone loves a little Irish, so here's a little taste of Ireland. As much as I love Irish drinking songs, I thought this was a little more appropriate for all! :) Enjoy!
Spring is just around the corner! As you are considering making a move and trying to decide what you need to do to get your home ready to sell. Take a look at our 1st issue of 2012 for tips on what to do to get your home ready to sell.
For more great tips you can also visit our "Sellers" tab on our home page...or even better give us a call and we would be happy to visit you in your home for a free home evaluation where we can make suggestions to help you get your home ready to sell. Sometimes it's the little things that make the difference!
Take a peak at our January Cloverdale market update on myreatlytv.ca. January seems to be getting off to a good start, plenty of buyers out there and more and more new properties coming onto the market daily.
It just goes to show that there truly is a Buyer for every home no matter how odd, small or eclectic it is. Take a peak at the house that just recently sold for over $50,000 over asking in Toronto. It's definitely a one of a kind!
As we say to all of our clients you have to have a vision for the home, looking past the flaws and decor. It looks like this Toronto family did! :)
Check out this 800 square foot house that just sold for $400,000 in Toronto, Ontario.
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