What's in a Word?
Posted on Apr 25, 2019
We talk a lot about “Concierge Services”. I like to think that what I offer to my clients is just that, a concierge service. Concierge used to refer to the caretaker of an apartment who would direct traffic visitors, mail, etc. and then segued into the person who takes care of guests’ special requests in some high-end hotels.
In the real estate ind...
The Sweet Smell!
Posted on Apr 18, 2019
Ahh, the sweet smells and sounds of spring! Say farewell to gray skies and welcome the arrival of pink snow! Spring activities abound and there is so much to do here, from beach visits, to ocean and lake sports, hiking, biking, and most of all…….eating. This is definitely a foodie town; a place where even the food trucks are a gourmet adventure. Yo...
Love What You Do!
Posted on Apr 10, 2019
As an independent contractor working in the real estate industry, I have chosen to work with the Engel & Volkers Vancouver Island, a brokerage with an international presence. What this means to my clients is that they have access to a wider audience and more resources available to them whether they are buying or selling their most important financi...
It's Not Just an Asset!
Posted on Mar 28, 2019
One of the great envies of my life is the long-time homeowner. When I speak to owners who have lived in their homes for over twenty years, I tend to feel a clench in my heart. I think of the stories their homes have experienced; the joys, the sorrows, the fun……..the continuity! I think of my friends who grew up in the same house and had that childh...
Let's Get Professional
Posted on Mar 19, 2019
None of us can afford to gamble with what has probably been the largest single investment we make, our homes. However, it is surprising that some people are willing to take that chance. Selling a home without the help of a real estate professional is not as easy as it may appear to the uninitiated.Ask yourself the following:
- Do I know my home’s true...
Spring Clean Up!
Posted on Mar 14, 2019
My sister and I are ahead of the Spring clean-up! We have both been inspired to upgrade our furniture, refresh our paint, put in floors, buy new appliances, clean out garages, etc. We have gone back and forth to each other’s houses to assist in the individual projects. It’s been a lot of fun sharing chores and design ideas. Many hands make light wo...
