As you probably are with any financial investment, you should always be mindful of the value of your investment in property. Aside from knowing its fair market price, you should also be aware of market demographics and how they influence your home’s value. Available statistics can help identify those demographics, their desirable home features, and current trends. Staying in touch w...Read More

There’s something uniquely satisfying about a matching set of, well, just about anything: pajamas, bath towels, underwear. But there are plenty of instances too when it pays to think outside the perfectly coordinated box. Exhibit A: kitchen appliances. While choosing a matching refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher might simplify the buying process, there are numerous reasons one might conside...Read More

It’s a good idea to clean or replace your home’s air filters and screens at least once a year to help keep your indoor environment safe from mold, dust mites, and other allergens. But don’t stop at your heating, ventilation, and cooling/air-conditioning systems. Think of all the other filters and screens that need cleanings, such as those in humidifiers, range hoods, bathroom fan...Read More

What do you notice when you visit a model home in a new development? Often, you will find wonderfully furnished and decorated rooms that anyone could live in. The operative word here is “anyone”. Sure, there might be a computer screen on a desk in the den, or a child’s doll sitting in a corner, but for the most part, all the rooms are anonymous. There is a sense of family, but n...Read More

If you haven’t heard of “staging”, it’s a fairly straightforward concept. It simply involves cleaning, organizing, and preparing your home in such a way as to make it look its best to potential buyers. One of the most difficult rooms to stage is the kitchen because it’s one of the most used. You can’t just set it up to look nice for a viewing and then never go ...Read More

Whoever said "don't judge a book by its cover" was clearly not a real estate aficionado. While we'd agree that this mantra is foolproof in most scenarios, there's no denying that curb appeal is one of the most important factors in your home's overall appeal. Aside from wanting to impress your neighbors and guests, and make a great first impression, your front door is a fe...Read More

Your entryway is the first thing anyone sees when they walk inside your home, so setting the right tone with warm, stylish, and effective lighting is key to a good impression. And there are a few ways to achieve a well-lit entry, no matter what size and design preferences you're working with. Ahead, discover ten designer-approved entryway lighting ideas, from minimalist recessed lights to chic...Read More

Your neighbourhood has a lot of features that can help you sell your home faster. Unfortunately, buyers don’t usually notice those features just by driving around. So, you need to make sure they get all the information they need about your neighbourhood. For example, say homes don’t go on the market often in your area. That’s an indication that the quality of life in the neighbo...Read More

  When the time comes to sell your house, you’ll want to determine roughly how much you can expect to the net after the sale. To figure that out, you’ll not only need to know how much your house will likely sell for but also the selling costs you are likely to incur in the process.  The costs of selling vary depending on a number of factors. Here’s a general rundown o...Read More

Recently, researchers discovered that the lighting in your home can have a much greater impact on your health and well-being than originally thought. Better lighting can boost your energy, help you sleep better, and even enhance healing. So, it pays to make sure the lighting in your home has a positive impact on the health of your family. Start by enhancing sources of natural light, such as windo...Read More