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Sheryl Paglia
ABR®
Real Estate Representative
Real Estate Representative
There is no greater comfort than the feeling of home. And there is no one with a better understanding of what makes a house a home than Sheryl.
She is a mother and a grandmother. She has a strong understanding of the foundations of home construction with her many years of involvement in her family's home construction business.
Sheryl's current real estate education brings her up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the market to the table. With an outstanding ability to listen and focus, she is able to pay attention to detail. Her involvement in volunteering and supporting community causes gives her insight into the local community.
Whether you are looking for your first home, ready to move up or planing to downsize. Sheryl will be an invaluable partner in your real estate adventure.
She is a mother and a grandmother. She has a strong understanding of the foundations of home construction with her many years of involvement in her family's home construction business.
Sheryl's current real estate education brings her up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the market to the table. With an outstanding ability to listen and focus, she is able to pay attention to detail. Her involvement in volunteering and supporting community causes gives her insight into the local community.
Whether you are looking for your first home, ready to move up or planing to downsize. Sheryl will be an invaluable partner in your real estate adventure.
Featured Properties
846
Paisley
Road
Guelph
ON
$829,000
14145 EIGHTH LINE
Halton Hills
Ontario
$6,950,000
342
Dale
Crescent
Waterloo
ON
$879,900
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Home Valuation
For most people, their house is their single biggest investment. Find out how much your investment is worth with a no-obligation market valuation.
Find a Dream Home
If you are in the market for your "Dream Home" then I would love to help. Simply fill out my Buyer Registration card and I will have suitable new listings emailed to you as soon as they come on the market.
When you're shopping around for a new home, it's easy to let your emotions take over. This quick list of dos and don'ts can help you keep a level head while you look, and ensure you don't end up with buyer's remorse down the road.
DO a drive-by. Check out the exterior, the street and the neighbourhood. If you can, stop by during the day and in the evening to get a sense of what it's like at different times. See if there are any good shops and restaurants in the area, and if it's a place where you feel comfortable walking around. Check walkability scores of different neighbourhoods here .
DO come prepared. Show up to showings and open houses armed with a list of questions. Take plenty of photos. Sketch out layouts. Measure spaces to ensure your furniture will fit. Write down all the things you love, items that require repair or renovation, elements you're not so keen on. When you're looking at multiple homes, it's easy to get confused – having detailed notes of each visit will help you keep track.
DO look at homes in your price range. It's easy to fall in love with a place you can't afford. Don't bother looking at the ones that are priced out of reach - you'll only be setting yourself up for disappointment, and make yourself feel like you're settling for less than you deserve.
DON'T forget to take stock of storage. There's nothing like moving into a new place and realizing there's nowhere to stow your stuff. Look at closets, basement storage, attic space and outdoor sheds. Where will you keep your vacuum cleaner? Your spare linens and towels? Sports equipment and off-season clothes?
DON'T sweat the small stuff. That harvest gold fridge and the stained basement carpet can both be replaced at a relatively low cost. The scary turquoise dining room can easily be repainted. Watch out for high-cost fixes instead, like outdated electrical or bathrooms that require a complete overhaul.
DO check the water pressure. Run the taps and flush the toilets (separately and at the same time). See if the showerhead blasts water or just gives off an unsatisfying drizzle. And don't forget to check how fast the water heats up. If it's really slow, there could be issues with the heater.
DON'T forget to check the exterior. Look for damp or buckled spots on the siding, peeling paint, loose shingles, cracks in the foundation. A quick look can save you thousands of dollars in the long run.
DON'T overestimate your DIY capabilities. Fixing that leaky faucet? Sure, almost anyone can do that. But renovating the kitchen? Ripping out drywall? Putting in new plumbing? Before you make an offer on a house that's not move-in ready, make sure you're not getting too enthusiastic about what you can actually accomplish. If you think you can do it yourself, then realize you need outside help, you'll be facing some serious costs you didn't factor into the purchase price.
DON'T be afraid to move on. So many buyers get stuck on the idea that another home as perfect as this one will never come along. That's simply not true. New listings come on the market every day, so never assume that there's nothing as good as - or better - out there. Be patient.
Finding a property you love is exciting, but it's a little like falling in love with a person. That initial glow can make you overlook faults that will drive you around the bend a few years down the road. Keeping emotions in check and the long-term future in mind can help you make a smart buying decision – and finding the home that's perfect for you.