Winterizing a House: Easy to Use Checklist
When temperatures start to dip in Ontario, it’s time to start thinking about how to winterize the house. Whether you’re staying through the winter or flocking south to warmer climes,
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5 Simple Tips for Selling an Inherited House
Selling a house has its stressors and rewards, no matter where you live or what kind of house you have. But if you’re selling an inherited house, that can bring
How to sell a house during a divorce
Divorces are stressful, hard, and can cause a lot of emotional turmoil. There is, of course, the changing relationship to consider with both partners having to learn how to navigate a
Will the Federal Election Affect House Prices?
With the Federal election looming, you may be wondering if the federal election will affect house prices or the housing market in general. In the US, there’s a clearer connection
Staging Your House on a Budget: 9 Simple Tips
The final entry in our month-long series on home staging is about staging your house on a budget. When it comes to selling your home, there’s a lot to consider
Condo Staging: 6 Powerful Tips
Are you trying to sell your condo in the near future? If so, you’re probably looking for ways to make sure you get as much money for your condo as
The Ultimate Collection of Home Staging Checklists
Are you getting your house or condo ready to sell? Home Staging has become a near-necessity for homeowners wanting to get the most from their sale. To help out, we’ve
What is home staging and is it worth it?
When you have lived in your home for several years, you become accustomed to it having a certain layout and appearance. However, you need to consider that potential buyers may
Are Condos a Good Investment Property?
Are condos a good investment property? They can be. There are some pros and cons to purchasing a condo as a rental property or rental property investment. Condos are often
Selling An Investment Condo: 7 Tips to Get the Best Price
So, you’re thinking of selling a condo that is an investment property. There’s a lot to consider when selling an investment property and this blog will share our top tips
4 Critical Things to Consider When Selling a Rental Property
So, you’re thinking about selling a rental property. The reasons for considering selling your investment property can vary, and the right timing comes down to the individual, but here are
Maintaining Your Investment Property
Owning an investment property is a great way to supplement your income and have money still coming in even when you retire. Managed well, a good investment property will make
Is it worth renovating your stairs when selling your house?
When thinking about what makes sense to renovate to sell your house, it’s always a good idea to think about the first impression your home makes. In many homes, a
How to Create Curb Appeal: 5 Tips for Making Your Home More Attractive to Potential
We’ve all heard that you aren’t supposed to judge a book by its cover. When it comes to selling a home, though, the outside of your home can have a
How to Choose a Front Door Style
When you hear the phrase curb appeal, most people think of landscaping, paint, siding, and even driveways. But a stylish, modern front door can have a huge impact on the
Window Replacement: How much and will it add value
Is it time for replacement windows for your house? Window replacement cost in Ontario usually averages about $8,000 – $10,000 for a home with 10 windows, but the range is
How Much Does a Condo Bathroom Renovation Cost?
All bathroom renovations are added value to your property, however, some carry larger costs than others. The average cost of a condo bathroom renovation is between $5,000 and $13,000, but
7 Bathroom Renovation Mistakes to Avoid
We’ve seen and done a lot of bathroom remodels over the years and also seen our share of bathroom renovation mistakes along the way. This list isn’t in any sort
8 Easy Ways to Update a Bathroom Without Remodeling
Renovating a bathroom is a great way to increase the value and enjoyment of your home, but it can also get expensive fast. Here are 8 easy ways to update
The Ultimate Bathroom Renovation Checklist
Use this handy bathroom renovation checklist when you’re planning a bathroom remodel to get the most out of your project, with the fewest surprises. Bathroom renovations can seem overwhelming when
How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost? No More Guesswork
When you ask how much does a kitchen renovation cost, the answer is always it depends. The average cost to renovate a kitchen is about $30,000 according to HomeStars, but
A Simple Home Maintenance Checklist for Selling
When you’re selling a home, the temptation is always to focus on the visual appeal of kitchens, bathrooms, and curb appeal. These things are important for sure, but if you
5 Budget-Friendly DIY Kitchen Upgrades
Renovating the kitchen is a big job and can cost tens of thousands of dollars to completely redo yours. But if you’re updating on a budget, here are 5 budget-friendly
First time Home buyer – What Can I Expect?
This week’s blog is the second of two by guest contributor Mandy Szucs, AMP. Mandy is a mortgage expert and the Principal Broker at Signature Mortgage Group in Oakville. This
3 Critical Things to Consider to Get the Best Mortgage for You
This week’s blog is the first of two by guest contributor Mandy Szucs, AMP. Mandy is a mortgage expert and the Principal Broker at Signature Mortgage Group in Oakville. Why
Selling a house with pets? Read these 4 top tips first
Are you selling a house with pets in it? According to a survey by pet website Pawzy, 57% of Canadian households owned a pet in 2019. We’ll bet that number
The Pros and Cons of Selling A House As-Is
Anyone who is looking at selling their home is usually faced with one really big decision: Should you put some money into upgrades for your home to entice buyers, or
5 Spring-time Maintenance Tasks for Your Condo
With the warmer weather coming, it’s time to start thinking about getting your condo ready for spring. There are a few simple tasks you can do now that will make
Why you should understand the cost of selling a house
What is the cost of selling a house? That’s a question we get from a lot of clients, so if you’re not sure, you’re not alone. But it is information
6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling Your Investment Condo
Are you thinking about selling your investment condo? Here are six questions to ask yourself before deciding. 1) Do I need the money? This is an important question because if
5 Condo Renovations That Add the Most Value
If you’re thinking of updating your condo to get yourself a better selling price in today’s market, that’s a smart move. But do your research because not all upgrades are
5 Best Renovations to Sell a House
Here are five of the best renovations to sell a house. If you’re looking to get the highest sale price possible, consider these renovations. This post is an excerpt from
The Dangers of Selling A House for Cash
It can be very tempting to want to sell a house for cash; after all, cash is king, right? You have probably noticed those strange little handwritten signs on the
The Key to Selling A Condo: 5 Renovations That Make the Most Impact
With home prices at an all-time high and the Bank of Canada making helping to keep mortgages at all-time lows, it’s a great time to be selling a condo. The
10 Secrets to Selling Your Home Fast for the Most Money
It’s the Holy Grail of real estate sales: selling your home fast for the most money. And in today’s real estate market its achievable for any seller. To better your
Selling a House During COVID-19
Is it a good idea to be selling a house during COVID-19? A lot of homeowners are asking themselves that very question, and for good reason. This pandemic has turned