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ByTheOwner encourages its users to abandon Internet Explorer 6
From ByTheOwner Blog, 3 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
Internet Explorer 6 (IE6) is an outdated browser. To be able to take advantage of a better navigational experience, more security and access to the latest web features, the technical team at ByTheOwner.com recommends that you update your web browser today!
Here are some browsers you can download for free:
? Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0
? Mozilla Firefox 3.6
? Google Chrome
? Safari 5.0
Still functional, but'
You can still use IE6 to surf the ByTheOwner.com website, and our team...
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The new ByTheOwner version in 6 questions
From ByTheOwner Blog, 1 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
The new and improved version of ByTheOwner.com is online!
To help you learn how to use this new interface, we have identified six (6) important website components which have been modified and could raise some questions.
We invite you to read it so you can be able to use our tools to their full potential.
1. How I can perform an advanced search'
The advanced search has been integrated into the main search engine located in the top centre of the page.
To execute an advanced search, click on the...
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ByTheOwner.com, the revised and improved version, will soon be available online!
From ByTheOwner Blog, 1 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
Our team is finally ready to launch the newly revamped ByTheOwner.com. Discover the new look and applications as of next week (starting July 19th).
The most noticeable changes are related to the platform and to the research tools. We have modified the search engine, to make it more user-friendly and powerful, therefore improving the users' experience on our website and contributing to their quest for the perfect house.
Also, the information is now more accessible and easy to consult thanks to...
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Get our Regular Package for only $199
From ByTheOwner Blog, 4 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
For a limited time, ByTheOwner.com has a special offer for Ontario home owners : They can get our Regular Package for only $199 and sell their properties without having to pay a commission.
It’s a $ 300 rebate from the regular price !
With the Regular Package, home owners have access to all the marketing tools, the professionnal assistance and the visibility that they need to sell their homes.
It’s an incredible opportunity for them to try our services and save a huge amount of...
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Please stay calm! ByTheOwner.com will provide services to everyone !
From ByTheOwner Blog, 4 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
ByTheOwner's team wishes to inform the population that we have been multiplying our efforts in order to satisfy the increasing demand for our services since the beginning of 2010. Please stay calm!
All our efforts are directed to maintain the same quality of services for all our clients. Please do not put your safety at stake!
Taking unnecessary risks is not recommended. ByTheOwner will make sure that everyone gets the full service for which they have signed up. No one will be left...
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Opening of the MLS: How do these changes affect the real estate industry'
From ByTheOwner Blog, 4 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), which represents real estate agents across Canada, has agreed to revise its rules regarding the use of the MLS. These amendments were voted by the CREA members, after the Competition Bureau had filed a complaint against the organism, for anti-competitive practices.
In what exactly do these amendments consist' Will consumers really have more options when it comes to selling their homes' Where does ByTheOwner.com fit in'
The doors will be opened' if...
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Get our Regular Package for only $99
From ByTheOwner Blog, 7 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
For a limited time, ByTheOwner.com has a special offer for Ontario home owners : They can get our Regular Package for only $99 and sell their properties without having to pay a commission.
It’s a $ 400 rebate from the regular price !
With the Regular Package, home owners have access to all the marketing tools, the professionnal assistance and the visibility that they need to sell their homes.
It’s an incredible opportunity for them to try our services and save a huge amount of money...
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ByTheOwner.com's Professional Signs Help Customers Sell
From ByTheOwner Blog, 9 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
There are many factors that will results in success when selling a home privately. Professional signs are a very important factor. ByTheOwner.com has improved the look of our signs multiple times over the course of 11 years in business. We make sure our signs are clear, attractive, and functional.
“Thanks to the website and sign, we received 2 serious offers and have successfully sold our home!”
The ByTheOwner.com lawn sign is 3 feet by 2 feet and it is included with every...
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A Purple Kitchen Might Not Help Resale Value
From ByTheOwner Blog, 9 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
Over the weekend, a photo appeared in the Toronto Star that showed a purple kitchen. The associated article called “Colin and Justin: Mauving right along” describes the renovation and shows the kitchen.
It is a very cool renovation and hopefully the owners will enjoy it. Perhaps it fits the owner’s style and it was exactly what they wanted. However, this kitchen brings to mind the “catch 22″ with renovations. Renovations do not always achieve a “return on...
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Top 5 Things To Know Before Listing With An Agent
From ByTheOwner Blog, 9 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
1. How much will it cost'
This first step is key. Many sellers that use real estate agents, don’t work out how much it’s going to cost them. They simply agree to pay 5% commission because “It’s standard for the area”. If you are agreeing to pay 5% commission, then calculate how much that will cost you (plus GST). Remember that when you sell your home, it’s tax free money. If you are paying $15,000 to $20,000 to an agent, then also calculate how long would it...
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