Returning To The Homestead

September 9th, 2012
Most of us enjoy a trip down memory lane every now and then.  Sometimes it’s a figurative journey created by telling stories around the fire pit or over a glass of wine and other times it can be more literal and we can actually return to a place of significance. Matt and I got married in Banff so we are able to return to the field where we had our photos taken and enjoy the breathtaking view ...

Why Low Ball Offers Aren't A Good Idea

September 4th, 2012
Every now and then a buyer suggests that they will just write a “low ball” offer and see what happens.  This rarely ends in their favour.  First let me clarify what I mean by a low ball offer.  If a home is listed at a reasonable price and an offer is written significantly lower than the list price, that is a low ball offer.  However, if a home is over priced and an offer is written that is a ...