Mike Bolger REALTOR® in Kitchener / Waterloo

Being a first-time homeowner can be one of the most exciting and stressful times of your life. Now you have a whole new set of challenges ahead.  There are a lot of opportunities to learn as you go and unfortunately mistakes will be made. Many new homeowner mistakes can be avoided by doing some preparation. Don’t let the following newbie mistakes damper your excitement. Be proactive and plan ahead by using these tips and tricks below to help you learn the ropes of being a homeowner. Ignoring Routine Maintenance You likely did a walk-through with a certified home inspector, so you’re alert to what issues you’re your attention, and that can wait.  House maintenance includes many jobs you might have never considered before, like power-washing the home, cleaning the gutters, and prepping your pipes for the winter. The easiest way to avoid costly damage is to create a quarterly or monthly maintenance schedule for all the areas of your home. You should include interi...

If you are going to a home warming party and are confused on what to take as a surprise? With my experience, I usually give a gift cards to the Home Depot since homeowners need things for their home. It's realistic and will be put to good use. In case you have a first-time homeowner on your list of people to buy for this year? Here are some tips that are sure to delight: Gift Cards: Home Depot, Bed Bath & Beyond and Home Goods gift cards are a wonderful gift idea. Home Depot has grown to be many peoples second home because of all the trips they make for paint, tools and other supplies. Custom Ideas: Time to check out Etsy for a custom sign or welcome mat. They have tons of custom idea's that they will treasure. Wine Glasses: Among the best joys of home ownership is sharing your home with others. Wine glasses or Stemware are quite definitely needed in peoples homes. Home Owners Book: New homes tend not to come with instruction manuals. So a trip to Ama...