Fire safety in the home is essential throughout the year, though extra attention is encouraged during colder seasons as we fire up our heating systems and turn to candles to create warm atmospheres. There...
5 Home Issues You Should Never Ignore
What are some common signs around the home that can lead to more serious problems for you in the future? And how does this affect your quality of life at home, not to mention the resale value?
When you...
Confused Over Granite vs. Quartz? Here’s a Handy Guide
Improve Your Curb Appeal: 10 Ideas for Your Front Porch
Whether you are trying to sell your home or just trying to spruce things up for guests, taking the time to add exterior elements to the face of your home will allow it to look more appealing and welcoming....
What Is the Difference Between Mortgage Default Insurance and Life Insurance?
Purchasing a home comes with plenty of ongoing financial commitments, from property taxes to seasonal upkeep. Home insurance is an expense most homeowners are familiar with – and when you’ve...
What You Need to Know Before Buying a Fixer Upper

Are you considering buying a fixer-upper? While it can be a great way to save money and get a home that suits your unique tastes and needs, it’s important to know what...
Carbon Monoxide Safety
What is carbon monoxide (CO)?
Natural gas is safe and reliable. But if any fuel-burning equipment isn’t working properly, including your furnace, water heater or fireplace (or a blocked vent or chimney),...
Thinking of selling? Great advice for homesellers.
Common Factors that Can Risk Devaluing Your Home

Saving money on your home’s utility bills: How tech can help
Forget the price of buying a home in this province; living in one can cost an arm and a leg!
Oh, and I’m not even referring to rising property taxes, insurance premiums, and how much inflation and...
Optimizing Space in Your Galley Kitchen
Curious how to get the kitchen of your dreams within a narrow space? Here’s the skinny: some careful planning, judicious use of storage and small renovations can give a galley kitchen quite a pop....
8 thrifty DIY fix-ups to help sell your home
When preparing your home for the market, it’s great to know there are some relatively inexpensive improvements that can make a big impact with buyers.
A few well-placed pieces of décor and...
Here are the Top Paint Colours for 2023
Deep reds, bold blues, and neutral earth tones are leading the way for the top paint colours of 2023. See what companies like Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Glidden, Behr, and Pantone have chosen as...
5 Tips to Prepare Your Home Before You Head on Vacation
1. Make sure all of your windows and doors are locked securely.
You want to protect your real estate investment while away. Consider adding an extra layer of protection by installing window or sliding door...
Co-ownership - an option to consider
A scene from last year’s physically distanced Artists for Peace and Justice gala last September in Natasha Koifman’s backyard, with Sting making a virtual appearance. LIFE Do I go in for a hug? What about bringing a plus one? A refresher on how to be a go
COURTESY OF THE TORONTO STAR - After the year and a half that was, it’s understandable that you might be feeling a bit rusty when it comes to socializing in person.
As a refresher, there are some...
Ottawa's hot housing market beginning to cool off: Ottawa Real Estate Board
Courtesy of CTV news - read the full article here
OTTAWA -- After months in a red-hot real estate market, which has seen bidding wars and homes purchased for hundreds of thousands of dollars over asking,...