Steve BensonBroken Window Theory for Restaurant Owners/ManagersWhat is broken window theory? I was introduced to broken window theory through the book Freakenomics. The short version of the theory is…Oct 14, 2017Oct 14, 2017
Steve BensonSelling Your Own Home pt 3: Hire Some ProfessionalsNow that you’ve Decluttered like a Boss and Cleaned your filthy house it’s time to get some professional help. And no, this isn’t the part…Aug 28, 2017Aug 28, 2017
Steve BensonSelling Your Own Home pt 2: Clean Your Filthy HouseNow that Timmy’s trophy is gone along with every other piece of personal decor and unnecessary items it’s time to clean!Aug 16, 2017Aug 16, 2017
Steve BensonSelling Your Own Home pt 1: The Less Polite Guide to DeclutteringLet me start by saying that I am a Real Estate Salesperson in Ontario and this is not meant as professional advice to anyone considering…Aug 14, 2017Aug 14, 2017
Steve BensonPublic Speaking: Speech #1I have had more opportunities to speak in public than most but I’ve never felt comfortable or very good at it. The content of my talks…Dec 9, 2016Dec 9, 2016
Steve BensonCan You Afford Everything Over and Above the Mortgage?Make sure you know what the closing costs will be on your home. In Ottawa and most areas 1.5–2% is sufficient. You should also plan on…Nov 21, 2016Nov 21, 2016
Steve BensonShould You Sell Your Home In the Winter?The answer is probably not. There are some scenarios where waiting won’t be possible but if you can wait and want to get the highest price…Sep 7, 2016Sep 7, 2016
Steve BensonHere is a list of frequently asked questions from home buyer’s that I have encountered.Please keep in mind that every region has small and large differences so if you don’t live in the Ottawa area I suggest that you speak to a…Aug 26, 2016Aug 26, 2016
Steve Benson5 Actions That Will Sell Your Home Faster and For More MoneySo you’re selling your house? Congratulations! Whether you are using a Realtor or not the following 5 things will give you an advantage…Aug 6, 2016Aug 6, 2016
Steve BensonWhy Instagram Stories is Great for Canadian Real Estate ProfessionalsInstagram has just released an update and added Instagram Stories which looks very similar to Snapchat Stories. I want to talk about why…Aug 5, 2016Aug 5, 2016