DIY Friday: Time to get out the homeowner’s spring checklist!

With spring just around the corner and March Break upon us I thought it would be a good time to remind all of you homeowner’s that now is the time to get a start on your spring checklist.

Is It Time To Renew Your Mortgage? Keep these tips in mind when the time comes

When you first purchased your property you most likely signed a mortgage with a company that will stay in effect for a certain period of time (or term). When that time comes to an end you will have a couple of options; you can pay off your mortgage or choose to renew it.

Kitchen Organization: Some great ideas to keep your kitchen ready for the cook!

Do you ever find yourself frustrated by the mess in your kitchen cupboards? When you open your pantry door do 10 things fall out before you’ve touched even one thing? Have you ever searched and searched (and searched) for a canned product that you know you bought on your last visit to the grocery store?

DIY Friday: Create Your Own Home Design With Autodesk® Homestyler™ (It’s Genius, Easy To Use, & Free!)

Attention all homeowner’s in the beginning stages of remodelling, you need to check out this awesome home design website and tool called Autodesk® Homestyler™. What is it and how can it help your DIY project? Basically, it is a website that let’s you start your project from the floor up by clicking and dragging items onto a worksheet and creating 2D and 3D home designs. It’s easy-to-use and free!

Homebuying 101: Choosing a neighbourhood that’s perfect for you

Today’s post covers the next step, picking the perfect location. Evaluating neighbourhoods and picking the one that is perfect for you is a very personal decision and will take many factors into account.

Homebuying 101: Determine a list of needs for now AND in the future!

Whether it’s the first time or the tenth time you’ve gone shopping for a new home, one crucial step that shouldn’t be missed is putting together a realistic list of features your new home should have.

What To Do With The Wasted Space Under Your Stairs

Do you have some extra, under-utilized space under the stairs in your house? Are you wondering how to make this space functional? You wouldn’t be alone! In many houses this space often seems to be wasted and, quite frankly, useless but with a little creativity this really doesn’t need to be the case.

Design with Fido in Mind

Most Canadians would probably agree: a house is not a home without a pet. Over two thirds of Canadian households own at least one cat or dog and many own both – that’s a lot of furry friends. The problem, however, is that a pet can take a toll on your living space and put a damper on your design plans.

Responsible Home Ownership: Tips for eliminating carbon monoxide sources

Carbon monoxide in your home is certainly dangerous and quite possibly deadly. Wondering what you can do to protect your family from it? Here are some tips for eliminating sources of carbon monoxide and reducing your risks of CO poisoning.

Renovations: Before you start renovating your bathroom check out these tips

Renovating your bathroom is a great way to add value to your home, both for the benefit of your family and for future home resale value.