Using plants as décor is a great way to add a little color and a natural, bright feel to any room. There are endless types of plants to choose from and various ways to display each one, but here are a few of our favorite combinations. 1.    Geometric pots. Find geometric pots or planters of various sizes and plant small succulents of different styles and colors in each one....Read More

One of our favourite times of the year, as the smell of fresh baked apple pie, apple cider and apple fritters fills the air!   Picking Your Own Apples is a great way to spend a day out in the fresh air with the family with the added benefit of having a tasty treat at the end of it.  Many of these farms have other activities for kids, so  don't forget to hop on their&n...Read More

When you own your home, things are going to break and, unless you want to spend your money on visits from a neighborhood handyman, you’re going to need to fix them yourself. Luckily, you don’t need an arsenal of tools to handle most home maintenance fixes. These few tools will cover most of your basic projects.   Screwdriver Set: The simple beauty of screwdrivers makes the...Read More

 What’s the difference between a Freehold Townhouse and a Condominium Townhouse?    There can be quite a few differences including: Purchase Price Flexibility to Personalize Maintenance Costs Monthly Fees  Let’s break it down…   FREEHOLD Freehold ownership means that you own the land and house outright, with no space co-owned or co-managed with ...Read More

Although currently dimly lit and a little rough on the eyes, your unfinished basement still has a lot of potential. You could do a full renovation add more bedrooms, a second kitchen and home theatre, but with just a little love and the help of the following ideas, you can spice it up in no time and get some great use out of the space.   Add a pop of color. Give your basement a whole diffe...Read More

Staging your home is all about putting the best foot forward for potential buyers. By highlighting its most desirable features, you can draw more interest for your home and leave a lasting impression that is sure to help you sell it more quickly. Here’s what you should keep in mind as you prepare for your next open house or viewing!  1.  Help them visualize it as their own. Make it...Read More

Whether you work full-time at home or occasionally need to conduct business in the evenings or on the weekends, a home office a great way to utilize an extra room. A dedicated workspace in your home can be designed to increase productivity and comfort. Here are 5 ideas to get you started.   1.   Invest in a good office chair. Investing in an ergonomic office chair is essential. Y...Read More

When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the upmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and fix up some of its possible weaknesses can make a big difference in how fast it sells. Here are our top four recommended repairs to make before selling your home. Repaint walls Giving your home a fresh coat of paint is...Read More