Maybe you’re on a tight deadline to sell your place. Maybe viewings have been booked sooner than you expected and you just haven’t had time to find a quality stager. In the world of real estate, things happen fast, like, really fast. So if you need a quick method for staging your home in the […]

While more and more Canadians are turning to self-employment in an ever-changing economy, it can be intimidating to consider homeownership when you’re self-employed. The regulations are tighter for freelancers because income is less consistent and reliable than typical full-time employment, but that shouldn’t discourage you from pursuing homeownership. Save for a larger than usual down […]

There aren’t many Canadians who don’t like to save a buck here and there. When it comes to repairing certain things in your home that need some tweaking, you don’t always need to pick up the phone to call a handyman. You might be surprised at how many repairs you can actually do yourself. When […]

While you might have heard the term in other contexts and could come across it for a variety of reasons, in real estate, understanding escrow is an important part of the buying process. What is it? There are two kinds of escrow when it comes to real estate. The first is when a neutral third […]

There is definitely money to be made in real estate. Even when you buy your own home, chances are you will be able to put some money in the bank when you sell it. If you’re investing in real estate, you should have clearly defined goals of the numbers you’d like to attain. With these […]

It’s no secret that many love to go hunting for a bargain. What could be some people’s trash could be others’ treasures, and there’s no better place to find a real deal than at a yard sale. If you’ve ever wondered if you should actually buy that item when you’re making the weekend rounds to […]

Interest rates in Canada are on the rise, but there are some ways you can keep more money in your pocket when it comes to your mortgage. These four tips may be helpful when you’re on the hunt for the best mortgage terms possible: Shop AroundThis is probably the best piece of advice possible when […]

If you’re like many Canadians who are downsizing, you may find yourself adapting to a “laundry room” that’s not much more than a stacked washer and dryer wedged into a hallway closet. Until there are some guidelines about mandatory laundry room sizes, here’s how to make the most of yours: Swap out your door. To make […]

Canadians who are ready to begin house hunting and who have found a REALTOR® with whom they click may have been given the sage advice to get pre-approved for a mortgage. Some purchasers, however, might confuse pre-approval with actually being approved. Pre-approval usually entails receiving some acknowledgement from a lending institution regarding what a buyer […]

Ugh. Moving, right? Packing, coordinating, updating contacts and everything that goes along with it is time consuming in itself. Managing to squeeze it all in when you have a full-time job or kids to take care of? Sometimes it seems impossible! The trick is to plan ahead and reframe your thinking. Here are some of […]

Building equity is important to every Canadian homeowner. Besides having the pride of owning your own home, owning real estate means you can begin to build some wealth and security for the future. Following are some things every homeowner needs to know about equity and building it. What equity is. Equity is what your home is […]

Now that the ink has dried on your sales agreement and you’ve moved your belongings in, or at least started the packing process, have you purchased these crucial items to set up your new retreat? From home security to an indulgent new mattress, here are the top items you absolutely need to purchase as soon […]

In Canada, kitchens are one of the most well-used and dynamic spaces in a house. Whether you have a small condo kitchen or a home with a spacious eat-in, it’s likely to have been the heart of your house, and potential buyers will be picturing it that way for their own needs too. This is […]

Whether you’re moving into a new home, swapping offices or boxing up a chunk of your belongings to put in storage, packing can seem like an overwhelming task. Aside from finding time in your busy schedule to actually get to it, you might also be worried about forgetting something, damaging an item or scrambling to […]

When you’re busy prepping your home for sale, it’s easy to focus your attention on the larger, grander parts of the space, like living rooms and kitchens. Bathrooms, however, are a crucial part of any home and investing in upgrades here can significantly increase your home’s value. If a full-scale renovation just isn’t in your […]

We’ve all seen an opulent home on television, staged perfectly to appeal to buyers. When you’re dealing with a small condo like many Canadians, however, you might not have the luxury of unlimited square footage to impress. The good news? You can still make the most of your space with these tricks: Maximize natural light. Though […]

A pristine and elegant aesthetic and professional MLS photos—it might look like you’ve found your dream luxury property. But it takes more than pretty photos to know it’s the right fit for you. While high-end properties can be anything from an urban condo to a private forested mansion, they all have similar characteristics that help […]

The best way to make a home feel truly luxurious and from the future is to make it as connected as possible. Technology has come such a long way, and some of the most compelling tech has been developed to simplify and de-stress your home life. Best of all, not only do these upgrades make […]

While you might think home insurance is good enough, In Canada there’s a difference between insurance and a warranty. If you want to be entirely secure in your new purchase, it may be a good idea to purchase a home warranty as well. Insurance will protect your home against natural disasters and fires, but a […]

It’s been a long time since your last deep cleaning, but it’s time for the next round. Before the real cleaning can begin, you have to tackle your clutter. It can be a daunting task to confront all of the junk that’s been quietly building up in your home’s nooks and crannies for months, but […]