• Daily Habits to Keep Your Home Clean

    Daily Habits to Keep Your Home Clean,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Cleaning doesn’t have to be a hassle if you keep on top of it. Here are some small daily steps you can take to keep your home clean. Post-shower swipe. To keep mold at bay, store a washcloth in your shower that you use for wiping down surfaces after you turn the water off. Just make […]

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  • Eco-Friendly Tips With Low Costs and High Savings

    Eco-Friendly Tips With Low Costs and High Savings,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Most homeowners have weather-stripped their doors to maximize climate control, and have switched out traditional incandescent light bulbs with eco-friendly CFL models. Short of installing double paned windows or making other costly home improvements, what more can you do to make your home “greener” without emptying your wallet? Change filters often. Change air conditioning filters monthly […]

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  • Fast and Easy Ways to Improve Your Credit Within Months

    Fast and Easy Ways to Improve Your Credit Within Months,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Improving your credit score can take a few months. So if you’re looking to get an auto or home loan, or want to apply for a new credit card, an early start can give you time to raise your credit score and then get a loan or new credit card at a better interest rate. […]

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  • 5 Easy Ways to Brighten a Room

    5 Easy Ways to Brighten a Room,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Do you have a room in your house that always seems dark no matter what? Perhaps it’s due to low ceilings or minimal windows. Maybe the walls are painted a darker color than you would like. Whatever the reason, don’t worry. Below are a few simple ways you can brighten the space. Remove or minimize […]

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  • 5 Reasons to Paint Your Walls Gray

    5 Reasons to Paint Your Walls Gray,Mike McCarthy Realty

    When it comes to painting your space, there are myriad options: bright and sunny yellow, the classic eggshell white, a soothing blue or a fresh green. But one color you shouldn’t overlook when painting is gray. Below are five reasons why. It matches. Gray is a fluid, flexible color that pairs well with a large […]

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  • Trouble Committing? Getting More Comfortable With Obtaining a Mortgage

    Trouble Committing? Getting More Comfortable With Obtaining a Mortgage,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Check out some other helpful posts in my blog whether you’re planning to buy or sell a home or will just be doing some upgrades to your home. If you need help or have questions regarding home buying, selling or in Real Estate, feel free to call me at (905) 575-5478 or message me directly […]

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  • Savvy Ways to Market Luxury Real Estate

    Savvy Ways to Market Luxury Real Estate,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Beautiful homes worth millions of dollars need some ingenious marketing strategies when they’re offered for sale. Affluent purchasers are looking for very particular things in their dwellings and since we’re inundated with so many ads today, marketing tactics have to stand out in classy, eye-catching ways. Know your consumer. Statistics show that the average age of […]

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  • Why You Should Consider Co-Buying

    Why You Should Consider Co-Buying,Mike McCarthy Realty

    As home prices in big cities around Canada become inaccessible for the majority of young would-be buyers, co-buying has become increasingly popular. For some, it might be the only way to afford homeownership. If you have co-buying on the mind, take the following factors into consideration: It makes homeownership possible. You can co-buy with three other […]

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  • Short Sales: Should You Buy That Home?

    Short Sales: Should You Buy That Home?,Mike McCarthy Realty

    If you’re on a budget, short sales can be a good investment. Here’s what it means to buy one. The bank is involved. Short sale means the seller was underwater on the mortgage. So a bank is now involved in the selling process. The price is lower. You can often find a good deal. But that could […]

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  • Staging Your Linen Closet Before Selling

    Staging Your Linen Closet Before Selling,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Sometimes people think about luxury staging as a large-scale undertaking, including swapping out the couches and artwork in an out-dated home for a sleeker, more modern look that entices buyers. The secret about staging, however, is that it’s really all about the details. Even small parts of your home can benefit from staging, and this […]

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  • What Mortgage Lenders Are Looking For

    What Mortgage Lenders Are Looking For,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Applying for a mortgage can be an intimidating process. Not only do lenders look at your income, they examine your credit score, too—all to determine whether you’re a risky person to bank on. Securing a mortgage was easy in the old days, but lenders are notorious for scrutinizing in today’s less-than-reliable economy. If you’re planning […]

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  • 4 Red Flags to Look for When Buying a Home

    4 Red Flags to Look for When Buying a Home,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Buying your first home is always a tricky experience. There is a steep learning curve that comes with making probably the largest financial decision of your life. While it’s always best to rely on an expert to help you navigate these new waters, there are some tell-tale signs to look for when you are shopping […]

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  • 5 Benefits of Downsizing

    5 Benefits of Downsizing,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Considering moving to a smaller home? Perhaps you’re retiring, or your children have moved out and it’s time for a smaller space. While you might be worried about leaving behind the home you’ve grown attached to, there are many benefits to downsizing. Here are a few. An increase in finances. This is usually the big reason […]

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  • Elevating Your Listing With Staging

    Elevating Your Listing With Staging,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Staging is all the rage these days. Having a professional touch added to your home as you prep it to sell or rent seems like a no brainer, but how do the numbers really stack up? After all, in Canada, staging can run anywhere from a couple hundred dollars for a consult to an actual […]

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  • 5 All-Natural Cleaning Hacks to Transform Your Home

    5 All-Natural Cleaning Hacks to Transform Your Home,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Looking for some natural ways to clean up your space? These are some easy, DIY cleaning tips that are also good for the environment. Cream of tartar is perfect for stainless steel. Simply mix it with some coconut oil and scrub down your stainless steel appliances. You’ll get twice the shine with none of the chemicals. […]

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  • How to Fit Exercise Into Your Busiest Day

    How to Fit Exercise Into Your Busiest Day,Mike McCarthy Realty

    It’s easy to fall into a rut with your exercise routine. At the end of a busy day, the last thing you want to do is make your way to the gym. But daily physical exercise can have a huge impact on your quality of life, affecting everything from mood to appetite. If you’re worried […]

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  • 6 Colours That Can Impact the Sale of Your Home

    6 Colours That Can Impact the Sale of Your Home,Mike McCarthy Realty

    Colour psychology can play a role when it comes to selling your home. Canadian designers and therapists have proved that colour has a big impact on emotions and may actually change the way a buyer sees different spaces. So, with that in mind, have a look at these six décor colours that are popular in […]

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  • How to Stay Organized When Building a Home

    How to Stay Organized When Building a Home,Mike McCarthy Realty

    There are few experiences quite as stress inducing and time consuming as building a new home (or completely renovating an old one). It’s the surest way to create the Canadian home you have always dreamed of, but it’s never as simple as you imagine it to be. The process is long, filled with speedbumps, and […]

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  • The Dos and Don'ts of Kitchen Renovation

    The Dos and Don'ts of Kitchen Renovation,Mike McCarthy Realty

    The advantages of a successful kitchen renovation are too many to count. For many families, the kitchen is a communal space where some of the most special memories take place. Not only will your kitchen be transformed into a cozy and intimate dining space, but a newly remodeled kitchen can increase the value of your […]

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  • Newly-Built Homes: What No One Tells You

    Newly-Built Homes: What No One Tells You,Mike McCarthy Realty

    With Canada’s ongoing development boom, many purchasers consider buying a home or condo pre-construction, or one that’s just about to be finished. And while there are some amazing benefits to buying a home from plans or just as it’s being completed, there are a few things to take into consideration: You’re under warranty…for a while. If […]

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