They say negotiation is a delicate process. I disagree. Negotiation is about skill, strength, and strategy. Like anything else, it can be natural-born, developed over time or learned through education and research. But either way? Negotiation is a necessary skill that will serve you throughout your life. If you’ve been following along from the start, you’ll know I’m always here for the restaurant puns so start sharpening up your skills on these 3 fundamental truths to... [read more]

When you’re in the market to sell your home, home staging can drastically increase the home equity value. Don’t believe me? The Real Estate Staging Association has said that homes across North America spent 90 per cent less time on the market in 2016, selling within an average of 23 days in comparison to unstaged homes which took an average 184 days to sell. There’s no doubt that preparing a home for sale can be an overwhelming task and then difference... [read more]

On more than one occasion, negotiation skills can come in handy.    In real estate, negotiation comes down to making sure my clients get the best deal possible.   The next time you need to win, here’s six negotiating secrets to save your real estate deal.   Remember, statistically, August and December are the best times to buy in any given year, based on average sale price. So, if you’re looking to get into the real estate market today,... [read more]