2018 is the year of Ultra Violet. Or in Pantone® speak 18-3838. If you want to know exactly what this colour looks like click here, and see this “thought-provoking and mysterious shade.” From fashion to beauty to graphic design, every industry will build off of the colour of the year and it’s colour harmony profiles to develop trendy, sleek, and fresh designs.

If you’re looking to make a splash with the Pantone® Color of the Year, here are a few ideas to incorporate it into your home decor:

• Paint an accent wall – A colour as bold as Ultra Violet may not be suited for an entire room, but accent walls are a way to be subtly bold. Don’t be afraid to add some texture to the wall.
• Paint a canvas or two – Pick up some canvases at an art store, take some painters tape or stencils and give it a go. If you’re not sure how to hang your canvases check out our blog post about hanging artwork (link to blog about artwork). Check out some examples below! If you’re feeling adventurous, use some of those Pantone colour harmonies to create a multi-dimensional abstract art piece.

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• Accent Pillows – This tip might be trickier, but accent pillows are a great way to add a pop of colour. If you can’t find any in-store in the colour you want, try painting it yourself! Accent pillows are a great option if you’re looking for something that can be changed frequently.

At the end of the day, decorating is all about embracing your creativity and finding the style that works for you. However, if you’re looking for a change in the form of a new home, come talk to us! We would be happy to help you find the perfect home.

Unfortunately, the cliché is true, and many people will judge your home by its cover. So, the first impression is vital to getting a quick sale. Any person looking to purchase a new home in Saskatoon (especially when looking online) will decide whether or not they want to view a house based on the pictures in the listing.

Thus, your first step is to have good photos taken of your entire home. Once people have decided to view your home, the first thing they will see is the front yard and exterior of the home. While there are some people who don’t care very much about the exterior, it will impact the buyer’s overall perception of your Saskatoon home.

In preparation for listing, the best way to notice the parts of your house that may need cleaning or repairing is to look at your home as if you’re a buyer. Alternatively, get a friend to come take a look at your home and tell you what they notice – sometimes, fresh eyes see things you might’ve missed. One area that buyers look at is the roof, so, make sure that your shingles are in good repair and that none are missing.

Another way to up curb appeal quickly is to hose everything down with a pressure washer. A clean driveway/walkway and clean siding will improve the appearance of your home without breaking the budget. A final tip for your Saskatoon home is to make sure the window coverings are open every time you have a showing, as this lets in natural lighting and creates a sense of openness throughout the home.

These are just a few quick ways to increase your curb appeal and help you sell quickly. Looking to sell your Saskatoon home? Call us to get started.

If you’re getting ready to sell your home in Saskatoon and have no idea what a good asking price is, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of the biggest mistakes people tend to make when they are determining their home’s list price.

1. 1. Being Unwilling to Negotiate– Homes are rarely sold for its exact asking price, so it is a good idea to make sure that you list your Saskatoon home at a price with some flexibility. If you’re unwilling to negotiate, you might turn away serious buyers.
   2. Pricing Too High to Start – Flexibility is important but so is having realistic expectations. Starting out at an outrageously high price will likely harm your chances of selling quickly. Statistically, homes priced closer to its value sell faster than those that start high and adjust downwards.
   3. Not Basing Your Price on Homes that are Sold – Anyone can list a home for any price they want. However, it’s a good idea to look at homes that have sold recently in your Saskatoon neighbourhood. Looking at these homes as opposed to the competition will give you an accurate depiction of the housing market and help you price accordingly.
   4. Picking a List Price Based on Emotion or Need – Listening to your realtor or appraiser about what your home is worth is extremely important. Choosing to list your Saskatoon home based on what you personally think the home is worth or based on what you need financially will likely lead to an unrealistic price.

If you follow these tips, your home is going to be set up for a successful listing and hopefully a quick sale. Our team at North Ridge Realty is here to help answer any questions around selling or buying a house or any general questions about real estate in Saskatoon.