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	<title>Mississauga Real Estate BLOG &#187; lea jensen</title>
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		<title>Decorating your Home for the Winter</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:46:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Home Improvements]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=147</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/home-improvements/winter-decorating/' addthis:title='Decorating your Home for the Winter '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>We all struggle with home decorating and how to perk up our homes in the winter months. But it is not practical to paint your room every season. So you may want to decorate a bright yellow or orange room for winter. Accent the room with rich colors like eggplant, chocolate brown or burgundy. Bring [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/home-improvements/winter-decorating/' addthis:title='Decorating your Home for the Winter '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>We all struggle with <strong>home decorating</strong> and how to <em>perk up our homes in the winter months</em>. But it is not practical to paint your room every season. So you may want to decorate a bright yellow or orange room for winter. Accent the room with rich colors like eggplant, chocolate brown or burgundy. Bring these colors into accessories such as throw pillows and candles. Changing accessories easily and inexpensively transitions your home into the different seasons.</p>
<p>Also consider the colors of snow and ice for a modern winter room. White, silver and turquoise create a sleek winter design. Accent the room with mirrors, tree branches and crystals for an enchanted forest theme</p>
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		<title>Finding Homes for Sale in Mississauga That Perfectly Suit You</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:20:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Buying a Home]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=143</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/mississauga-real-estate/finding-homes-for-sale-in-mississauga-that-perfectly-suit-you/' addthis:title='Finding Homes for Sale in Mississauga That Perfectly Suit You '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>One problem many people have when they set out to find homes for sale in Mississauga is that they aren&#8217;t sure of what their needs are. Or, they think they have an idea, but really haven&#8217;t thought it through. This is the most important purchase of your life, so it&#8217;s absolutely key to do you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/mississauga-real-estate/finding-homes-for-sale-in-mississauga-that-perfectly-suit-you/' addthis:title='Finding Homes for Sale in Mississauga That Perfectly Suit You '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>One problem many people have when they set out to find homes for sale in Mississauga is that they aren&#8217;t sure of what their needs are. Or, they think they have an idea, but really haven&#8217;t thought it through. This is the most important purchase of your life, so it&#8217;s absolutely key to do you due diligence to find a home that perfectly suits you.</p>
<p>That doesn&#8217;t mean you have to go it alone, however. You definitely need a professional and highly experienced REALTOR on your side. You see, it&#8217;s not at all uncommon for home buyers to not be sure of what type of homes they should be looking for. It can seem so confusing with all of the options out there. That&#8217;s not even to mention budget and size constraints!</p>
<p>When you work with a professional real estate agent like <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/Lea-Jensen-Realtor.aspx">Lea Jensen</a>, she&#8217;ll be able to point you in the right direction and give you clarity about what it is you want.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a true shame, but there are some people who buy their homes without really thinking about their options or the future. For example, do you plan on expanding your family? You&#8217;ll want to factor that in when you consider what size home you will need. Do you need room for the kids to run around safety outside? You&#8217;ll want to consider getting a home that has a yard and is in a safe location.</p>
<p>You might think that you&#8217;ll just know the right home when you see it, but it&#8217;s really important to narrow things down first. That way, you&#8217;ll avoid wasting your time by looking at homes that aren&#8217;t really going to do it for you. You&#8217;ll be much happier throughout the process by narrowing things down.</p>
<p>That doesn&#8217;t meant that you won&#8217;t get that special feeling when you do find the right home! Even if the other homes you visit have everything you want, there is just something special that happens the first time you set foot in what will become your home.</p>
<p>Finding <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/Homes-for-Sale-in-Mississauga.aspx">homes for sale in Mississauga</a> is such a big step. Take the time to evaluate what type of home you want to end up in. Lea Jensen can certainly point you in the right direction so you end up in a home that is  perfect for you and your family.</p>
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		<title>What Your Mississauga Realtor Does For You as a Buyer</title>
		<link>http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/what-your-mississauga-realtor-does-for-you-as-a-buyer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:32:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=92</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/what-your-mississauga-realtor-does-for-you-as-a-buyer/' addthis:title='What Your Mississauga Realtor Does For You as a Buyer '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>Hiring a Mississauga real estate agent when you plan on buying a home is essential! You might think that you can go about this process alone, but that is definitely not suggested. That&#8217;s because there are so many steps to this process, and you&#8217;ll soon find that your agent is invaluable along the way. First [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/what-your-mississauga-realtor-does-for-you-as-a-buyer/' addthis:title='What Your Mississauga Realtor Does For You as a Buyer '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>Hiring a Mississauga real estate agent when you plan on buying a home is essential! You might think that you can go about this process alone, but that is definitely not suggested. That&#8217;s because there are so many steps to this process, and you&#8217;ll soon find that your agent is invaluable along the way.</p>
<p>First of all, a good real estate agent has access to homes that are not found on the web. If you are determined to find the perfect home that will fit your list of features, you definitely need to work with a pro. Your agent will be able to sift through the homes for you and pick out the ones that are likely best for you.</p>
<p>This part is definitely key. You probably don&#8217;t have a lot of extra time, which is why you need a professional by your side. There is no sense in looking at hundreds of homes that are not ideal for you when you can easily have someone pick through and find ones that are.</p>
<p>Another thing your <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca">Mississauga real estate agent</a> will do is take care of setting up meetings and contacting the seller&#8217;s real estate agent, as well as the seller, if you are interested in seeing a home or starting the process of buying one. They will truly be on your side as they negotiate price for you &#8212; they want to see you happy. Remember, the only way buyer&#8217;s agents make their money is if they have a happy buyer who goes through with the purchase on the home of their dreams. Since it is in their best interest to help you, you can rest assured that a good agent will make this process as painless as possible for you.</p>
<p>Never feel like you have to enter the daunting world of real estate on your own. Hiring a great real estate agent like Lea Jensen is the best thing you can do to keep your sanity and end up with the home of your dreams in <a href="http://www.mississauga.com">Mississauga</a>.</p>
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		<title>What is Your Ideal Mississauga Home?</title>
		<link>http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/what-is-your-ideal-mississauga-home/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=89</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/what-is-your-ideal-mississauga-home/' addthis:title='What is Your Ideal Mississauga Home? '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>No matter whether you are a first time home buyer or you are on a mission to move on from a home you currently own, it&#8217;s very important to determine what your ideal Mississauga home is before you even start looking. There are an incredible number of homes on the market. Each home has its [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/what-is-your-ideal-mississauga-home/' addthis:title='What is Your Ideal Mississauga Home? '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>No matter whether you are a first time home buyer or you are on a mission to move on from a home you currently own, it&#8217;s very important to determine what your ideal <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca">Mississauga home</a> is before you even start looking. There are an incredible number of homes on the market. Each home has its own personality and set of features. It can become very overwhelming to try and sift through all of these different homes to find one you&#8217;re interested in. By having a list of your ideal features you more easily be able to go through the process of finding the perfect home for your family.</p>
<p>You definitely want to consider your price range. This will give you an idea of how much home you can actually afford. It&#8217;s all well and good to dream of owning a five bedroom, four bathroom home &#8212; but if you will not qualify for a mortgage that would cover this size home, you will not want to waste your time looking for one.</p>
<p>Another consideration is the type of home you would like to live in. Many people prefer single-family homes because they are likely to have a yard and it&#8217;s nice to have one&#8217;s own space. Some even want their home to be fairly secluded or in a more rural area. Others like to live in a neighborhood where there are plenty of playmates for children. Still others would rather purchase an apartment or condominium, since these are generally cost effective and are essential if you want to live in the city.</p>
<p>Location, location, location! The most desirable location for your home is going to come down to several different factors. One is how close you&#8217;ll be to your work. Another consideration is where your children will be going to school. Note that the location you would most like to live in will also generally determine the price you can expect to pay for your home.</p>
<p>This should help you get started making a list of features you think are necessary for the home you would most like to have. Of course, you never have to worry about these steps! Hiring a great Realtor who is familiar with the Mississauga area is the best way to find a home that is right for you. <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/lea-jenson-realtor.aspx">Lea Jensen</a> will work with you every step of the way to find your home, ensuring that it will fit the features you have deemed to be most desirable.</p>
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		<title>Sell a Mississauga Home &#8212; Is it the Right Time?</title>
		<link>http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/sell-a-mississauga-home-is-it-the-right-time/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:37:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Preparing Your Home For Sale]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=79</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/sell-a-mississauga-home-is-it-the-right-time/' addthis:title='Sell a Mississauga Home &#8212; Is it the Right Time? '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>Many people want to move these days, but aren&#8217;t sure if it&#8217;s the right time to sell a Mississauga home. Is it the right time for you and your family? There are definitely a few things to consider. First, it&#8217;s important to understand that it can be a tough market out there these days. Mortgage [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/sell-a-mississauga-home-is-it-the-right-time/' addthis:title='Sell a Mississauga Home &#8212; Is it the Right Time? '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>Many people want to move these days, but aren&#8217;t sure if it&#8217;s the right time to sell a Mississauga home. Is it the right time for you and your family?</p>
<p>There are definitely a few things to consider. First, it&#8217;s important to understand that it can be a tough market out there these days. Mortgage companies have tightened their purse strings and many buyers are having to wait to look for a new home. That can undoubtedly impact how easily you are able to sell your home. Does that mean no one is buying?</p>
<p>Absolutely not! Good real estate agents are in contact with people who want to buy a home every day. The buyers are out there &#8212; and it&#8217;s more important than ever before to know how to attract them. With that out of the way, you need to decide if the time is right based on your own circumstances.</p>
<p>Consider what your reasons for wanting to move are. If it&#8217;s because you or a spouse has found a new job, that&#8217;s certainly a compelling reason. Turning down a job is something not many people are willing to do! The time might definitely be right if that&#8217;s the case with you. If you want to move because you&#8217;re ready for a larger or smaller home, the time may also be right for you.</p>
<p>Along with thinking about how much you might receive for your home, you should also think about what you might be able to buy a home for. There are some truly great deals in some areas right now, and you can definitely come out ahead in this deal!</p>
<p>If you want to sell a Mississauga home, you should contact Lea Jensen today. You need someone who will stand by your side every single step of the way. It&#8217;s all about knowing how to market and stage your home effectively to get the absolute best price for it. If you&#8217;ve decided it&#8217;s the right time for you, don&#8217;t delay, because you don&#8217;t want that perfect buyer to slip through your fingers!</p>
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		<title>Is It the Right Time to Sell Your Mississauga Home?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:01:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Preparing Your Home For Sale]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=75</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/is-it-the-right-time-to-sell-your-mississauga-home/' addthis:title='Is It the Right Time to Sell Your Mississauga Home? '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>Choosing when to sell your Mississauga home can be a daunting decision. After all, if you have lived there for any length of time at all, then you&#8217;ve probably developed some excellent memories with your family. It can also be intimidating to try and sell on your own these days, since many houses are selling [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/is-it-the-right-time-to-sell-your-mississauga-home/' addthis:title='Is It the Right Time to Sell Your Mississauga Home? '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>Choosing when to <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/Home-Selling-Tips.aspx">sell your Mississauga home </a>can be a daunting decision. After all, if you have lived there for any length of time at all, then you&#8217;ve probably developed some excellent memories with your family. It can also be intimidating to try and sell on your own these days, since many houses are selling for less than their owners paid for them. It&#8217;s important to weigh all of these things in when making your decision.</p>
<p>The first thing you need to know is that if you&#8217;re working with a qualified real estate agent, then it is still possible to sell your home for what it&#8217;s worth! It&#8217;s all about marketing the home properly and knowing where to look for those eager buyers. A qualified agent will work with you to get everything your home is worth so that this process can be a stress-free as possible. No, there are no guarantees in the real estate market, but you can dranatically increase your chances with someone like Lea Jensen.</p>
<p>In addition to knowing how much you might get for your home, another consideration is whether you&#8217;re actually ready to move. Some people  will need to move for a job that leaves little other choice. Others might be ready for a larger home due to a growing family. Still others might be ready for a smaller home, such as when all the children are grown and gone. It&#8217;s important to speak to all family members who will be involved in the move to be sure this is the right thing to do.</p>
<p>Part of the reason many people hesitate to sell their home is because they think it will be a huge hassle. However, it can be a simple and straightforward process. It is important to understand that this will be a huge change in your lifestyle. You will need to show your home to others, and possibly make some small (or even large) improvements to it so that you can command top dollar for the home. This is something us your Realtor will guide you through every step of the way. Beyond that, the Realtor is earning a commission for doing a good job though selling the home. The rest of the process should be relatively hands-off for you, which is an excellent thing!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca">Contact Lea Jensen today</a> to discuss whether it&#8217;s time for you to sell your Mississauga home, and how you would like to go about doing so. You will love working with someone who is so professional, and who will be able to market your home as efficiently and effectively as possible. The right buyers are out there &#8212; you just need to find a way to connect with them.</p>
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		<title>Finding the Perfect Home to Buy in Mississauga</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:46:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Buying a Home]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=72</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/finding-the-perfect-home-to-buy-in-mississauga/' addthis:title='Finding the Perfect Home to Buy in Mississauga '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>People who visit here know that it is an absolutely wonderful place to be. The people who are able to call Mississauga their home often wouldn&#8217;t want to ever live anywhere else! If it&#8217;s time for you to find your perfect home in Mississauga too, it&#8217;s important to firm up what your exact needs are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/buying-a-home/finding-the-perfect-home-to-buy-in-mississauga/' addthis:title='Finding the Perfect Home to Buy in Mississauga '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>People who visit here know that it is an absolutely wonderful place to be. The people who are able to call Mississauga their home often wouldn&#8217;t want to ever live anywhere else! If it&#8217;s time for you to find your perfect home in Mississauga too, it&#8217;s important to firm up what your exact needs are in a home.</p>
<p>First of all, if you have children, schools are definitely something you&#8217;ll need to take into consideration. You may want to visit local schools to see what will fit your needs the best. Also, consider how close your new home will be to afterschool activities your children might take part in. Children often enjoy living in neighborhoods so they can easily interact with other children their age.</p>
<p>A huge consideration for many families<a href="http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/money101/lesson8/"> buying a home</a> (especially in these economic times) is how much they can expect their ideal home to cost. Housing prices are generally lower than they have been in recent years, but you&#8217;ll still need to consider what you&#8217;re qualified for, and how much home you actually want to spend. Location has a lot to do with the price of the home, and you can get some great deals when you take this into consideration.</p>
<p>Also, think about any special things you might need. For example, determine how much storage space you will want. The layout of the home should also be able to accommodate your daily activities. If you tend to spend a lot of time in the kitchen and there is no pantry, that would tend to be a problem for you in the long run! As you examine each home, think about your day-to-day lifestyle, what everyone in your family needs, and how much you can afford.</p>
<p>This can seem quite overwhelming! That&#8217;s why it is highly recommended that you work with a qualified Realtor to guide you through this process. The right Realtor for you will take the time to examine all of your needs and to find you the perfect home. They will work tirelessly to get you everything you want and need in a home. Sure, these days it&#8217;s easy to search for a home yourself on the Internet. However, you&#8217;ll be spending a lot of time needlessly searching, and you won&#8217;t have access to the listings go super fast that might be perfect for you. Leah Jensen is your Realtor of choice, so give her a call or fill out a <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/Contact-Lea-Jenson.aspx">contact form</a> today so you can find your next home as quickly as possible.</p>
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		<title>Homes in Port Credit</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 02:02:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/port-credit-homes/homes-in-port-credit/' addthis:title='Homes in Port Credit '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>Interested in homes in Port Credit? Port Credit is an amazing place to live! The name of the town actually comes from its history as a bustling trading post. These days, many people want to live in Port Credit because it has such a strong community atmosphere. Residents are very proud of where they live, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/port-credit-homes/homes-in-port-credit/' addthis:title='Homes in Port Credit '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-44" title="homesinportcredit" src="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/homesinportcredit.jpg" alt="homesinportcredit" width="338" height="167" />Interested in <strong>homes in Port Credit</strong>? <a href="http://www.portcredit.com/">Port Credit</a> is an amazing place to live! The name of the town actually comes from its history as a bustling trading post. These days, many people want to live in Port Credit because it has such a strong community atmosphere. Residents are very proud of where they live, so it&#8217;s a great place for you to move to if you want to live in the Mississauga area.</p>
<p>One of the most beautiful parts of Port Credit is the waterfront. In fact, people tend to refer to Port Credit as the &#8220;Village on the Lake&#8221; due to its location along Lake Ontario. You&#8217;ll find festivals, boat shows, and concerts near the river; which is certainly beautiful, and adds to the atmosphere of this overall beautiful city.</p>
<p>There are plenty of places to do your shopping and eat out at restaurants in Port Credit. This is also a great place to raise a family because there are plenty of parks, neighborhoods, and other family-oriented residences. In many places, you can even walk to the park Credit GO station to take a train ride to locations around the Toronto area.</p>
<p>Whether you want to move here for work purposes, or you just need a change of pace for your family, you really can&#8217;t go wrong when you move to Port Credit. This is an incredibly popular area, and it&#8217;s closeby to nearly everything you could want in a town.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/Contact-Lea-Jenson.aspx">Contact Lea Jensen</a> today to inquire about available homes in the Port Credit area. These are extremely popular, but Lea will be able to find the perfect home for you. If you already live in Port Credit and would like to sell your home, Lea is incredibly good at marketing properties and is sure to be able to help you sell your home fast. <a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/Homes-for-Sale-in-Mississauga.aspx">Homes in Port Credit</a> are definitely worth looking into.</p>
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		<title>Tips  for Getting Your Home Ready for a Spring Sale</title>
		<link>http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/tips-for-getting-your-home-for-a-spring-sale/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 14:38:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=21</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/tips-for-getting-your-home-for-a-spring-sale/' addthis:title='Tips  for Getting Your Home Ready for a Spring Sale '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>Now is the time to clean up the yard, and edge your flower beds.  Pansies are a great addition and can handle freezing temperatures .  They will  pop right back once the sun comes out and the temperatures rise.  So go out and fill your front planters with pussy willows, daffidils, pansies, tulips and moss.  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-sale/tips-for-getting-your-home-for-a-spring-sale/' addthis:title='Tips  for Getting Your Home Ready for a Spring Sale '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-30" title="Spruce up your home this spring with flowers" src="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/flowers-in-planter.jpg" alt="Spruce up your home this spring with flowers" width="140" height="187" />Now is the time to clean up the yard, and edge your flower beds.  Pansies are a great addition and can handle freezing temperatures .  They will  pop right back once the sun comes out and the temperatures rise.  So go out and fill your front planters with pussy willows, daffidils, pansies, tulips and moss.  <a title="Factors that affect the selling price of your home" href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/selling-a-home/factors-affecting-home-selling-price.aspx">Buyers will get a great first impression!</a></p>
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		<title>Mississauga Real Estate</title>
		<link>http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/mississauga-real-estate/mississauga-real-estate/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 03:18:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>cynthia</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/?p=12</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/mississauga-real-estate/mississauga-real-estate/' addthis:title='Mississauga Real Estate '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div>It can be tough to think about buying or selling a home these days. The global economy is not as stable as it has been in years past &#8212; and that can cause a lot of fear! That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s so important to choose the right Mississauga real estate agent. It&#8217;s not enough to choose [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style " addthis:url='http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/blog/mississauga-real-estate/mississauga-real-estate/' addthis:title='Mississauga Real Estate '  ><a class="addthis_button_facebook_like" fb:like:layout="button_count"></a><a class="addthis_button_tweet"></a><a class="addthis_button_google_plusone" g:plusone:size="medium"></a><a class="addthis_counter addthis_pill_style"></a></div><p>It can be tough to think about buying or selling a home these days. The global economy is not as stable as it has been in years past &#8212; and that can cause a lot of fear! That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s so important to choose the right Mississauga real estate agent. It&#8217;s not enough to choose someone randomly out of a phone book &#8212; You need someone who knows how to navigate the world of real estate in ANY economy.</p>
<p>As a buyer, you need an agent who will negotiate the very best deal. In a time where banks are tightening their wallets, it&#8217;s not always easy to be approved for as much home as you would like. Finding a REALTOR®  who will take the time to locate your perfect home, at the perfect price, is a necessity.</p>
<p>As a seller, you need a REALTOR®  who will work to command what your home is worth. It can be difficult to sell homes these days for their fair market price. There are many <a title="Homes for Sale in Mississauga" href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/homes-for-sale-in-mississauga.aspx">homes for sale in and around Mississagua Ontario</a>, so it&#8217;s important that you choose a REALTOR® who knows how to market for you. Marketing your home properly can make all the difference between selling a home for what it&#8217;s worth, and not getting a buyer at all.</p>
<p>No matter whether you&#8217;re the buyer or the seller, Lea Jensen is your first choice for Mississauga real estate agent. She knows exactly what it means to find the perfect home for the buyer, or to find the right buyer if you&#8217;re selling your home. These times call for something special, and that is a Sutton Group REALTOR®  who will make this process run as smoothly as possible so you can buy or sell a home with ease.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mississauga-properties.ca/office-address/lea-jensen-contact-form.aspx">Contact Lea</a> today to get started with <a title="Mississauga Real Estate" href="http://mississauga-properties.ca">Missisauga real estate</a>!</p>
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