Have you ever felt that you are spending way too much time working with your boss at your office instead of with those you love? Your spouse, children, friends?

Have you ever felt frustrated because you are so deep in debt that you think you won't be able to retire because as soon as you do, money will stop coming and thus you won't be able to pay off your mortgages and credit card?

Have you ever felt that you have no control over your life anymore in terms of time? Think about it: can you take a vacation just anytime whenever you want/ need it and as long as you want/ need it?

Have you ever wished that you can work whenever you want and wherever you want?

You are not only one!

Too many people are trapped in a Rat Race because they have to. There are too many bills to pay, and too many dreams to fulfill. To them it seems that there is just no way to quit their job and enjoy life, travel and see world with their loved ones.

Most people work because their bills tell them to, not because they really love to do it. Most people enslave themselves to their debt or job, because (they think) they have no choice.

This is when craving for achieving financial freedom come in.

Freedom to choose when to work, without worries about income cuts. Freedom to spend more time with your loved ones, without worries about your employment or your boss. Freedom to take an expensive vacation, without worries about retrenchments thereafter. Freedom to do what you like, instead of what you've got to do, without worries about whether or not what you like generates enough income for you.

If you seriously crave for financial freedom, finding a better job with a higher paycheck is not going to work. Higher paychecks would usually mean more expensive lifestyle, more needs, more mortgages you THINK you can afford, more responsibilities thus more working hours and more time to spend at office instead with your loved ones. And there is always same problem: as soon as you stop, money stops.

If you understand this, you will come to see that financial freedom is not measured by how much money you make by working, but by how long your money can support your normal lifestyle when you stop working.

And financial freedom is definitely not about accumulating abundant riches. It is about a golden chance to live abundantly!

Imagine! With financial freedom, you will have more quality time to spend with your family and friends. You will have more control over your life to do whatever you want, whatever you love, whatever you're passionate about. You will be able to give more, help others, make your part of world a better place to live! You will be able to spend as much or as little time with your business as you choose. You will be able to come and go at will.

What a great chance to live abundantly!

Whether you list with an agent or sell on your own, you can ensure a quick sale by proactively preparing your house to be a highly marketable and attractive commodity.

Paradigm Shift

Don’t wait for sold sign to get started with packing. Packing away items that are used infrequently has multiple benefits: It’s a head start for you when you do have house sold; It removes clutter that might impact negatively on prospective buyers; and It creates a more spacious atmosphere making rooms appear larger.

Be Buyer

To determine what improvements should be tackled first, view your house as though you were buyer. If you have a difficult time with objectivity, ask a friend, neighbour or relative to help.

Exterior View

Begin with driving or walking on your street. Does your house stand out as less attractive than those around it? Does your landscaping match up? If not: Make sure your lawn is well trimmed and free of any bald or brown spots. Plant mature bushes and flowers to add volume and colour. Avoid any plants or trees that will take time to mature. You are going for immediate appeal, over long-term results. Clear away any lawn furniture that mainly provided function over aesthetic appeal (i.e. resin chairs). Clear away kids bikes and toys from lawn and driveway. The path from your curb to door should be unobstructed and clean. Rent a power washer and clean walkway, if needed. Tighten any loose banisters or steps that lead to your door. If you have personalized items on door and mailbox remove them. Add a clean mat at door (this is a purchase that can be taken with you when you move). If your doorknob, street number, mailbox, or light fixtures are dull or rusty, polish or replace them. Clean Doors and windows at front entrance.

The Entry Way

You’ve made it past curb and are in door. When you enter house, first thing that will grab you is not going to be visual. If your house does not have a pleasant odor, it probably won’t matter how beautiful it is visually. Avoid sprays that cover up odor. Although it is better than an initial unpleasant scent, Buyers will pick up on it and feel tricked. Instead, try ‘lightly’ scented candles, potpourri, or a pot on stove with vanilla and water. If you are very ambitious, bake a pie.

Remove odor at source:

Smoke - For those who have smokers in family, it would be wise to restrict smoking to outdoors until house sells. Purchase an ozone spray which eliminates odor rather than covering it up Pets – Clean kitty litter daily and add baking soda. Keep dogs outdoors as much as possible and make use of carpet freshener on a frequent basis. Cooking – Use overhead exhaust while cooking and clean up immediately after you are finished. Lingering food odors are not noticeable while you are in house but are very apparent when stepping in from outdoors.

Interior

The most expensive renovations are kitchen and bathroom. If these rooms are not appealing to a Buyer, it might be very difficult to sell your property’s other assets.

Kitchen and Bathroom