Phil Aitken
Phil Aitken
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15 Tasks to Complete Prior to Your Big Move

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Moving is a generally overwhelming process and the details are endless.  Specific details are best tended to while a home is vacant and can become more tedious once your new residence is filled with boxes and furniture.  The Aitken Home Team presents 15 tasks to complete prior to moving: UTILITIESDon’t make the mistake of assuming […]

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Low Market Inventory Driving Up Prices

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Spring is officially here and thousands of buyers are all encountering the same problem when it comes to house hunting: extremely low inventory.  The construction of new homes is down roughly 0.6% from January, yet has increased by roughly 0.5% since February of 2017.   The housing market is off-balance, to say the least.  In a […]

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Seattle Boasts Double the National Average in Price Gains

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When it comes to a booming economy, prime online shopping, and a hopping real estate market, Seattle reigns supreme.  Seattle has experienced almost DOUBLE the national average in increased price gains, September reflecting a 12.9% hike year over year.  While national home prices were up by 0.4% from August, Seattle boasts an annual spike of […]

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Calculating Square Footage: Size Matters

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Square footage does not hold an established standard for measurement.  When it comes to real estate, size matters, therefore it is imperative to have an accurate determination of square footage before buying or selling a home as the property value could be affected.   Related: “4 Tips for Long Distance House Hunting” Most house hunters and […]

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5 Steps to Summer Savings

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Summertime can be one of the most expensive seasons of the year for Floridians, especially when cranking the AC during extreme heatwaves.   The Aitken Home Team presents five steps to summer energy savings: 1. – Change those filters! Clean filters are paramount when running a central air conditioning system smoothly and efficiently.  Be sure to […]

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5 Typical Moving Expenses

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Moving can be an expensive endeavor and, depending on the type of move, expenses are usually based on a particular expected level of service.   The Aitken Home Team presents five typical expenses you can expect to face during your next move: Truck Rental If you are planning to conquer your next move all by yourself, […]

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15 Valuable Adjectives

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Thomas Jefferson was noted for saying that the most valuable of all talents is that of never using two words when one will do.  The same principle can be true when it comes to composing a solid listing description for your home.  The use of brilliant keywords can often sell a home faster than the […]

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3 Tips for Removing Pet Odor

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Need some tips for removing pet odor? Pets are beloved members of our families, but they can come with some unpleasant odors, whether from the time they spend outdoors or the natural musk from their fur. This odor can seep into your carpet, furniture, bedding, and other fabric items around the home, and can seem […]

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4 Tips for House Hunting Long Distance

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House hunting locally is not without its challenges, however, shopping for your next home in one state while living in another is a different ballgame.  Pairing technology with an experienced, professional realtor is key and makes a seemingly impossible task more than possible.   The Aitken Home Team presents four tips for long-distance house shopping: 1. […]

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