When it comes time to sell, people often focus on repainting the exterior and renovating the interior without giving a second thought to a prominent feature—their fence. It is the first thing buyers will notice from the street. Curb appeal matters and first impressions are lasting. A rickety, rusty, old fence may scare buyers away before they ever set foot in your lovely home. If your fence is in poor condition, you have a few options. You can repair it, take it down or replace it. If you decide to replace yo... read more

Years of collecting souvenirs, antiques and nick-knacks may add charm to your home, but it can also clutter. It is important to note that when selling your home, potential buyers may not be able to see past your décor to appreciate its true beauty. Some buyers will hardly look at a house because all their attention is being caught by an abundance of antique furniture, oriental rugs and fine art. Even though your taste may be impeccable, a home can be too full of 'stuff', even too well decorated. It is diffic... read more

As the cost of living rises with inflation, it becomes more attractive for homeowners to rent out their properties to generate extra, passive income. Doing so benefits the many Canadians who find themselves priced out of the housing market due to the cost of living and higher interest rates. The Rental Housing Index (https://rentalhousingindex.ca) website is an excellent resource for statistics on rental prices and demand across the country. Tax Facts Whether a homeowner leases their primary property as they trav... read more

Selling your home can be very stressful to many people. To make the whole process smoother, it helps to be prepared. The following suggestions will help you prepare your home for potential buyers. Create SpaceProspective buyers are usually looking to upgrade. They have outgrown their home. Perhaps they need more bedrooms for their growing family or just find their current living space too cramped. As the seller of a home you need to show them what they want space. In order to showcase the space you have to offer, c... read more

It’s that time of year again—time to bring out the boxes of decorations, hang wreathes and ribbons, bake treats, shop for gifts and enjoy the company of friends and family. These are the reasons that many sellers decide not to market their home at this time of year. On the flip side, with many people waiting to list or temporarily taking their homes off the market, this can be good time to sell, if you are prepared. Make your lists and check them twice! Organizing parties, home showings, shopping trips,... read more