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How to Compare Multiple Offers

Multiple offers are a great problem to have, but still a problem to solve. The biggest number on the page isn't automatically the best deal, so it helps to judge every offer on three fronts: Certainty: How likely is this offer to actually close? A cash buyer removes financing risk ...

What to Expect When Selling Your First Home

Selling a home can feel even harder than buying one. The first place you owned holds a lot of history, and handing the keys to a stranger stirs up more emotion than most first-time sellers expect. It helps to shift how you see the house before it hits the market. From ...

5 Home-Selling Myths Worth Ignoring

Once word gets out that you're thinking of selling, the advice starts pouring in from neighbours, coworkers and that one relative who watches a lot of renovation shows. Some of it is useful. Plenty of it isn't. Before you make any big decisions, take a closer look at five pieces of ...

How to Prevent Auto Theft

Unfortunately, auto theft is commonplace these days, with organized crime rings leading the charge, generally to export vehicles overseas. Protect your vehicle with these tips: Park your vehicle in a locked garage, or if you must park outside, be sure the area is well-lit.Keep your vehicle locked with windows closed.Take ...