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2019 Most Popular Landscaping Ideas

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If you are trying to  sell your home  or update one this spring, there are various ways to modernize your landscaping and curb appeal. This year's trends might require homeowners to step outside the box with one of a kind landscaping designs. Here is a list of this year's most popular trends. Privacy Just forget about installing an unattractive wooden fence to protect your privacy and plant a quick growing hedge or shrub instead. This will provide an increased barrier between your outdoor living space and your neighbors. Think about a low growing shrub, that can create a semi-private feel to an area without blocking the view. You can also plant some trees to add personal privacy and add some organic beauty to compliment your house. Growing Produce If you are going to add plants to the garden, perhaps you should grow something to eat. Planting fruits and vegetables is known as a smart way to add some interest and beauty to your landscaping. Growing food in you

What's a Difference Among REALTOR®s and Real Estate Agents?

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REALTOR® or a real estate agent? Generally, people use the titles interchangeably to refer to any individual who handles real estate transactions. A real estate professional can be categorized as a real estate agent, REALTOR®, and/or broker.  The main difference between these titles is the levels of education, experience, and affiliation. Here are the titles defined: Real Estate Agent in Ontario A real estate agent is a person who is licensed to represent buyers and sellers in a real estate transaction. To become licensed it requires you to complete the Pre-registration Segment courses within 18 months and to obtain employment with a registered brokerage and makes an application for registration with RECO within 12 months of completing the Pre-registration Segment.  The licensing process takes from 3 to 4.5 years to complete.  Agents are the most common real estate professionals that you’ll run across. Real Estate Broker in Ontario The key differences between a real estat