How Much Upkeep does a Home Really Require?
A little while ago we talked about being house poor, and how just being able to afford the sticker price of a home doesn’t always mean you can afford to own it. Regular upkeep, perhaps furniture that still needs to be filled in, and property taxes and insurance are all extra little costs that can…
Read moreHow to Make the Most of Your Backyard this Summer
It’s summertime and that means it’s time to get out into your backyard and have some fun! But summer is about more than just raking the leaves and lounging in the sun. You can take this opportunity to make some great home renovations! Or, should we say, backyard renovations? When people think of revamping their…
Read moreHome Renovation Tips to Keep Your Home Green
It’s the season of home renos again, and one of the most popular trends for homeowners is still to make their home greener and more friendly to the environment. If you’re one of these homeowners and are wondering where to get started, here are some simple tips that will get you started: Filling in areas…
Read moreAre You Surprised that Condos are still the Most Affordable?
It wasn’t that long ago that we reported that baby boomers are looking towards home renovations rather than selling off the family home and downsizing when they’re older. A new survey from BMO Capital though, shows that may not be the case after all. And that older clients are now looking towards super affordable condos….
Read moreHomeowners Prefer Renovating Bathrooms and Kitchens
A new BMO poll found that most Canadian homeowners (83 percent) will make renovations to their home over the next two years. The most interesting finding is that homeowners are shrewd investors who understand very well which renovations will add value to their home and which will be wasted money (at least from a value…
Read moreAdding Value to Your Basement
When I was looking for a home several years ago, I couldn’t believe how many houses had an “in-law suite” or basement apartment.
Read moreHome renovations: Where to start?
The beauty of a new home is that you can basically turn the key in the lock, walk in, and start living in the house.
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