It could be the mudroom, the kitchen office or the entryway. Whatever and wherever it is, the “family command center” – where all things essential to the family’s daily operation live – can be magic when organized right. First – determine what belongs there. Is it keys, backpacks, sports...
Ahhhh, fall – the air turns crisp and cool, yellow patches of leaves appear to take over the treetops and you’re prepped for sweater weather. But, is your home ready for the season? Whether you do the dirty work yourself or hire out, I have put together a checklist...
Congratulations are in order – you’ve purchased your first home! Now you get to make the house a home with one of the biggest interior design projects of your life. Filling the rooms of your new house may be a bigger feat than you’re prepared for. While you’re focused...
Selling a house, buying a new home, getting a new job, adjusting to a new place-moving is hard! It’s even harder moving as a family with small children during back-to-school season. With a new school year gearing up, I have five tips to make the transition of moving to...
Due to an MLS system change in April, the board has been having some difficulties with outputting accurate stats in the same manor as we saw previously. Good news! They have made the changes and we will be back to monthly stats! July 2018 stats have just been released...
Becoming a first time home buyer can sometimes feel like travelling in a foreign country. Despite the research you’ve been doing for weeks, if not months, there is always something you are unprepared for. We’ve all been there, and that’s why we want to make sure you’re prepared and...
Summer will soon be winding down, so make time to enjoy your yard or patio with friends while you still can! Here are a few suggestions for a stellar backyard bash. 1. Schedule around the sun: High-heat lunchtime gatherings may melt guests’ enthusiasm for mingling. Avoid hosting events at the...
We’ve all seen the videos, read the stories, and gasped at the images of people who thought they could conquer a project that would have been better left to the professionals. There are entire Pinterest boards reserved for those who have failed, and compilation videos on YouTube. While we...
Planning for retirement means making a lot of decisions, including when you’ll stop working, how much you’ll withdraw from your savings each year, and where you’ll live. Many Canadians view retirement as an opportunity to move into a new home; simplify life, and enjoy it. Ready to begin planning...
Sometimes you’re handed more choices than you’d expect—such as multiple offers—but the best choice isn’t always clear. You need to take a much closer look to see the real differences. When you have multiple offers on your home, there are several areas to consider. Check out three important tips,...
It’s a question that most Canadians will ask themselves at one point or another in their lifetime. Those who choose to rent often wonder if they’re wasting money. Those who buy may wonder whether or not their investment will be worth it in the long run. Though it’s clear...
Moving up to your “forever home” is exciting. When you bought your first place, chances are you were young, strapped for cash and prepared – if not warned – to make some concessions. The move-up buyer typically has some savings and home equity to work with, making this next move feel less...