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Should you paint before you sell?

Dear David, Our youngest got married and moved back home so he and his wife can save for a condo. Space is tight, so we’re looking for a place with an in-law suite. We’re getting our current home ready to sell, and the bolder accent walls could use a coat of paint. My husband thinks

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Purple Bricks “commission-free” service

Dear David, “Purple Bricks” sounds too good to be true. What is the catch? – AS SEEN ON TV DEAR TV: Purple bricks is a UK-based company. Since acquiring ComFree in Canada in 2018, they’ve been advertising their “commission free” real estate process, but it doesn’t mean that their Realtors work for free. Traditionally, Realtors

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How loans reduce purchasing power, DIY home repairs

Dear David, I have two loans that will be paid off in the next six months. Should I wait until they are cleared to sell my current house and buy a new one? – PLANNING AHEAD DEAR PLANNING: There’s no need to wait if you are ready to move now. The process of selling your

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Using Online Forms, Sale of Buyer’s Property, Duplex vs In-Law Suite

Dear David, I found real estate forms online and want to use them to buy my neighbour’s house. My wife is concerned that this might not be safe. – Self Sufficient Dear Self Sufficient: Because they are available for very little cost, online forms may seem appealing when you’re trying to reduce expenses. But there

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