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NAVIGATING THE SUMMER MARKET With Canada's inflation rate falling within the Bank of Canada's (BoC) target band of one to three per cent for four consecutive months, many economists are predicting the central bank will finally start cutting interest rates this summer. The next rate announcement is June 5 and while many prospective buyers are crossing their fingers the BoC will announce an interest rate cut - as it hinted earlier this spring is within the realm of possibilities - don't wait to prepare for the summer real estate market. If you're thinking of selling, that means getting your house ready to appeal to a wide variety of prospective buyers. If you're thinking of buying, that means getting preapproved for a mortgage so you know how much you can comfortably afford to spend and enlisting a local realtor who is ready to find the home right for you and your family. The King Home Team: Royal Heritage Realty can help you realize your dream. If you're selling, that begins with giving you solid tips on what you can do to prepare your house for sale. Research shows staging - a term that means ensuring a house looks its best and appeals to most potential buyers - decreases the amount of time a home spends on the market and increases its dollar value. We're happy to offer a complimentary, no-obligation walk through of your home and provide initial recommendations. Professional staging, complete with furnishings and accessories, is included in The King Home Team services. While important, staging is just one part of selling your home. After all, your house may shine but if it's not priced properly, it could languish on the market. The King Home Team will determine the right asking price by balancing factors that include the value of homes in your neighbourhood, current market trends and buyer demand, as well as the condition of your home. 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