As we tend to spend more time indoors during cold weather, eager do-it-yourselfers need to look for some interior reno projects to keep them occupied. Here are some low-cost tasks you can tackle that will help improve your home’s energy efficiency and maybe even save your life.
Install a smart thermostat
If you don’t already have one, it’s worthwhile to install a “smart” or programmable thermostat. These enable you to turn down the heat during the day when everyone’s out, and then automatically bring it back to your desired setting by the time you get home. Overnight, you can set it to lower the temperature, which both saves money and helps everyone get a better night’s sleep. Most thermostats use low-voltage wiring but you should still turn off…

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October sales activity slowed over the last month in alignment with typical seasonal patterns. However, with 2,171 sales, levels were 17 per cent higher than last year and amongst the highest levels reported for October. Sales activity has been boosted mainly through gains in apartment condominium sales as consumers seek affordable housing options during this period of high-interest rates.

New listings also improved this month compared to last year, reaching 2,684 units, reflecting the highest October levels reported since 2015. Despite the gain, relatively strong sales prevented any significant shift in inventory levels, which remain over 40 per cent lower than levels traditionally available in October.

“Despite some recent improvements in…

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By all accounts, remote working is here to stay. In fact, according to a survey by McKinsey & Co (a research institute), 58% of workers say they can work at home at least part of the time. 

So, highlighting the remote working potential of your listing can be a major selling point.

One thing you can do is stage your home by creating a home office space of some kind. It doesn’t have to take up an entire room. It could simply be a nook with a desk and chair. Just be sure the space looks comfortable and functional.

 

If possible, add shelves. And make sure the lighting is adequate for working

Consider adding a couple of plants and other attractive decor.

 

If you have an existing home office, declutter it as much as possible and…

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MaxWell Realty is Growing Again! 

MaxWell Realty is excited to announce the opening of a brand new brokerage in Lloydminster. MaxWell Reliant Realty is open for business! 

Enya Denys migrated to Canada from the Philippines in 1991, thanks to a sponsorship by her sister and was in Edmonton for 25 years. She obtained a Bachelor’s Degree back home but was unable to make use of it here in Canada and worked through several service industries in the Edmonton region.

She moved to Lloydminster in 2014 and met her now husband Doug Denys. In Lloydminster, she worked her way up from an office manager of a hotel to a legal & corporate assistant, then an office manager of a Real Estate Brokerage, and finally, an agent and now Owner with MaxWell Realty!

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When you’re selling/organizing your home, you want to make it as attractive & comfortable as possible to buyers. One compelling strategy that has been gaining traction is the application of Feng Shui principles to home staging. How? Embracing Feng Shui staging techniques starts with decluttering. Clutter restricts the free flow of 'chi' or positive energy. Hence, a clean, clutter-free space is crucial. It promotes an open, spacious feel, which in turn evokes a sense of tranquillity and comfort. Natural lighting, a key element in Feng Shui, is another crucial consideration. Bright spaces are synonymous with positivity and openness. Ensuring ample natural light penetrates every corner of the home helps draw positive energy in and makes the space look…

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The summertime real estate season is as hot as the weather, but there are amazing benefits to purchase in the fall

For the first time in recent history, October surpassed June as the most popular month to get married. And these autumn-loving brides may be on to something: Although the spring months are notoriously the best time to buy real estate (as well as have a wedding), fall may be the new ideal season to buy a home.

1. There’s less competition

Competition for houses drops off in the fall, a time many people consider to be off-season in real estate. But there are still homes for sale — and in some cases, there’s just as much inventory as there was during the spring and summer.

2. Sellers are worn-out

Some sellers who put their…

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!Congratulations To Our Sellers!

Congratulations on the sale of your beautiful home! We are so excited for your next journey, & we wish you many years of incredible memories in your new home!

If You Are Looking To Buy Or Sell ...
Give us a call, we would love to help!
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Congratulations To Our Buyers!! Congratulations on the purchase of your new beautiful acreage! We wish you many years of happiness and great memories! If You Are Looking To Buy Or Sell ... Give us a call, we would love to help! 403-681-0319 #justsold #happyclients #rockyviewcounty #acreage #peshketeam #peshkerealestateteam #maxwellcapitalrealty

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Fall splendor got off to an early start this year, with splotches of yellow dappling the River Valley as early as Labour Day weekend. A quick start likely means an early exit, so it’s best to take advantage of the colours while they last.

So, instead of watching the leaves fall from the branches outside your office window, get outside and see the beauty for yourself. Here are the 5 best viewing points in the city, in our opinion

Victoria Park hill

Near Le Marchand Mansion (11523 100th Ave.), and down the hill you can see the river valley for miles. Look down and all you can see are reds, oranges, and yellows with a view of the river meandering down the middle.

Kinnaird Ravine

Drive east on Jasper Avenue to 82 Street and turn east on…

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