Thinking about selling? Here are our 10 tips!

Through our years of experience, we have found that the prep work you put into your home can certainly determine the length of time on the market and the success of your sale. While there are no guarantees in the home selling/buying process we want to give you the best end result as possible. So here are our 10 tips on how to prepare your home to sell.

1. Make minor repairs. Compile a checklist of all the repairs that need to get done. Potential buyers notice EVERYTHING! Even if you're not selling in the near future, it's best to bite the bullet and make the repairs as they pop up so that the job isn't overwhelming when the time rolls around.

2. Clear the clutter. You want buyers to be able to see how great your home is, not how messy and cluttered the space is. Find a spot for that stack of mail or the pile of shoes in your entryway. Putting things in their proper spot is crucial to the appearance of ample space in your home.

3. Do a thorough clean. Wash windows, polish faucets and appliances, dust on top of ledges and fan blades. If you're pressed for time hire a cleaning company to help lighten the load.

4. Keep decor simple. Everyone has different tastes in decor, which is totally fine...for you! Buyers may have a hard time imagining themselves in a jungle safari, which could potentially turn them away. It's best to keep decor simple and natural for showings.

5. Set the scene. Place logs in the fireplace, set the table, open the windows to let in natural light. Making your home as inviting as possible can really pay off.

6. Boost curb appeal. We often have clients call us because they saw a for sale sign. Home exteriors and yards that are kept in good repair are likely to get the most action. Clean up flower beds, front porches and ensure that walkways are kept clear in the winter months.

7. Create a spa. No, we're not asking you to overhaul your bathroom. Adding coordinating towels, faux plants, scented candles, and some decorative accents can transform your bathroom into a luxurious and relaxing oasis anyone could enjoy.

8. Tackle what you don't see. Cleaning out and rearranging your closets, cupboards, and drawers is not a bad idea. The truth of the matter is that clients do in fact open them up and judge. The last thing you want is for buyers to think there isn't enough space to properly store all their stuff.

9. Paint touch-ups and repaint. It's a simple and fairly cheap way to freshen up your home. To appeal to the most buyers, consider painting in a light, neutral colour. Light paint colours give the illusion of larger, roomier space. Don't forget about touching up your trim to!

10. Hire a REALTOR®. Our experienced agents will help you through the process and give you advice and tips along the way. Hiring a great agent is a step in the right direction.

Helping you is what we do!

Call today!

Terry   204.745.7700

or 

Kelly   204.750.7700

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New mortgage rules -simplified

New rules on mortgage rates came into effect on Monday, October 17th. You may or may not have heard about this but it is worth the mention. A lot of the articles about this change are geared toward industry members and are hard to comprehend. So here we'll try our best to uncomplicated it.

For some, this news won't have much of an impact. Meanwhile, for homebuyers wishing to put a down payment of less than 20%, this could play a significant role.

Individual banks have had their own rates in which you needed to qualify for. The federal government is now implementing a stress test type of qualification in order to qualify for an insured mortgage. Now, the buyer must qualify at the Bank of Canada (B.O.C) posted rate which is currently 4.64%, even though your interest rate may be substantially lower.
An insured mortgage is when a homebuyer has less than 20% available for a downpayment or if the mortgage is insure through either Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp (CMHC), Genworth or Canada Guaranty. The premium acquired on an insured mortgage provides security to the lender in the event of home buyer default. Essentially it protects the bank if you are unable to make payments.

Although these new regulations may seem unnecessary, they are aimed at protecting the financial security of Canadians and supporting the long term stability of Canada's housing market.

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Curb appeal and practicality - 155 2nd Avenue NW

It's not hard to notice the charm and curb appeal of this great property. This home displays practicality throughout.

As you enter, you will notice how comfortable and open the entry way is. There is space for storage and more. 

Through the entry way you can either go up onto the main floor, downstairs or into the backyard. 

Let's go upstairs first! 

The kitchen, dining area and living room all flow in an open floor plan creating a great space for a growing family.

Tucked away on the main floor are 2 bedrooms, including a master bedroom, and a bathroom.

Now lets go into the basement. 

Recreation area flows through the main area of the basement and leads into 2 bedrooms. A new bathroom was recently finished in the basement as well. 

This home has a total of 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms providing space for family, roommates and/or guests. The mature fenced in backyard is a great space to make your own!

Visit our website for full details

www.terryandkellydyck.com

Give us a call today to make an appointment!

Terry 204.745.7700

or

Kelly 204.750.7700

82 Church Avenue Elm Creek, MB

Elm Creek Manitoba 

Elm Creek Manitoba is a small community about 50 kilometres west of Winnipeg and 19 kilometres north of Carman in the Rural Municipality of Grey. Some things to consider when choosing a town to relocate to or just to become more familiar with the community that you are in would start with the amenities. Elm Creek has two churches in town, they are the Mennonite Brethren Church on Poplar avenue and the United Church on Church Avenue. Child care can be taken care of with the well regarded Elm Creek Stay and Play centre for your daycare needs as well as a K-12 School located on Gordon Avenue at the South end of town.  A few of the business's that serve your needs in Elm Creek start with a Co-op that offers a variety of services including grocery, gas and hardware. Scotswood Links is a local golf course that offers 18 holes of country atmosphere golf and coming soon will be a brand new club house featuring banquet hall, restaurant and more. Elm Creek also has a volunteer fire department that is home to the second largest fire hydrant in the world which was unveiled on Canada day 2001.

*Interesting Fact* Elm Creek is home of the second largest H4 Chondrite stony meteorite ever found in Canada. Tipping the scale at 8.2 kg's.

We at Royal LePage Carman feel  that this is a great community to raise a family in or to commute to work in neighbouring towns or cities. With approximately 400 people in Elm Creek and somewhere around 150 residences. The proximity to neighbouring towns along with affordability and diversity in housing selection make this real estate market a great option whether you are starting off or looking for a spot to raise your family. 

82 Church Avenue Elm Creek, MB

A great option for you to consider home is 82 Church Avenue. This house was built in 2012 and has since been given some additional great touches that include a full finished basement and a great completely fenced and beautifully landscaped yard with a deck that you can enjoy while soaking in the sun from this south facing vantage point. The drive way has been asphalted to the avenue and leads in the 32'x30' triple detached heated garage that also has a overhead door allowing access to the back lane.

This 1305 square foot home greets you with nine foot ceilings and an open concept layout. The eat-in kitchen is sure to impress you with many qualities! Starting with the stainless steel fridge and built in oven, cooktop, dishwasher and microwave. Toped off with the gorgeous ceiling hanging stainless steel hood fan. The island, spacious pantry and abundance of storage takes away the concern for storage and allows you to keep things simple and stay organized.

Additional features include three generously sized bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms which included a 4-peice ensuite. High end laminate flooring and Hunter Douglas Window treatments top off the nice finishes.

Check out our video below and if you or someone you know could make this fabulous home their own please contact us before its to late!

TerryandKellyDyck.com

Terry Dyck - tjdsold@royallepage.ca or Kelly Dyck - kellydyck@royallepage.ca

204-745-7700 or 204-750-7700

Custom built beauty - 296 4th Street SW

Located in the Southwest end of Carman, this 1764 square foot custom built home has it all.

Talk about a home that packs a punch!

The open, wide entryway is the first of many great features this home has to offer. 

On either side of this beautiful entryway are the garage and the master bedroom with a 5 piece en-suite. 

The kitchen, dining room and living room are all open and full of natural light. The high, angled ceilings are a stunning feature to this space.

In the kitchen you will notice the lighting both underneath and above the upper cabinets. 

Also located on the main floor is the laundry room, an office, and a bathroom. 

Enjoy this great sunroom!

The basement is fully finished with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, recreation room, game room, and a storage room.

This home is stunning, right?! 

But wait, there's more! Geo-thermal heating throughout the home, garage and workshop. A 22' x 30' workshop complete with floor heat, a two piece bathroom, and a phone line. The home has a built-in state of the art speaker system. The yard is completely fenced in and is very low maintenance with pop-up irrigation system. 

Call us today for your showing. This is a great property, don't miss your opportunity!

Terry 204.745.7700

or  

Kelly 205.750.7700

www.terryandkellydyck.com

247 4th Street SW

Are you looking for a home that has comfort, style and everything in between?! 

This property is a great option if you're looking in the Carman area.

This beautiful bungalow style home has 1670 square feet of extensively upgraded living space and it shows from the minute you walk in.

The clean and crisp backdrop allow the features of this home to show. The light maple hardwood floor throughout the main living space is very inviting and brings the space to life. 

The sleek kitchen is fully remodelled with a large eat in peninsula, marble backsplash, quartz countertops and a corner pantry.

The bedrooms and bathrooms are tucked away down the hallway past the main living area. 

Two main floor bedrooms.

A main floor master bedroom with an ensuite.

The lower level of this home has a large recreation room, bedroom, bathroom, storage room, and a large laundry room with plenty of extra storage.

The workmanship in this remodelled home is detailed and very thorough. The backyard is spacious and fully treed and is the perfect space for entertaining during the warmer months.

This home is sure to impress and we want you to see it! 

Visit our website and give us a call today!

www.terryandkellydyck.com

Terry     204-745-7700

or

Kelly     204-750-7700