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4 Home Remodeling Projects with the Highest ROI

Posted on Feb 03, 2025

Ask any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say, “How much time do you have?

Home improvements (cue Tim Allen) or home remodeling projects can stem from a variety of motivations, like preparing your home to put on the market, adding space for a growing family, addressing outdated features or aesthetics, or...

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National Real Estate Market Update for 2025

Posted on Jan 06, 2025

The chill in Canada's housing market could be thawing sooner than expected. 

Interest rates are dropping.1 Pent-up demand is building.2 Sales are starting to heat up.3 And a potentially electrifying set of mortgage rules just went into effect, making it easier than it 's been in years for first-time buyers with smaller down payments to qualify f...

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Smart Home Gadgets for a Stress-Free Holiday Season

Posted on Dec 05, 2024

The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but they also bring added responsibilities. Between decorating, hosting, and just keeping up with your daily routines, your home can quickly start to feel more like a neverending to-do list rather than your haven. 

That’s where smart home technology comes in. It can help you streamline holida...

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Multigenerational Home Buying: How to Find a Home That Fits Your Whole Family

Posted on Nov 05, 2024

For many homebuyers, multigenerational living used to be considered an option of last resort: it was a route families took only when they needed to ride out a financial storm or care for ailing family members. But that mindset is on the decline: A growing number of families now say that they are embracing multigenerational living and moving in toge...

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Stage to Sell: 7 Proven Steps to Attract Buyers and Boost Offers

Posted on Oct 03, 2024

Selling your home quickly and at the right price takes more than just listing it online. To draw in potential buyers and secure top offers, your home needs to stand out. That’s where home staging comes in. By strategically preparing your home—through redecorating, repairing, and making it look its best—you can make a lasting impression and signific...

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7 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Contractor

Posted on Sep 02, 2024

A recent survey found that 25% of Canadian homeowners have a renovation project planned in the coming year.1 If you’re among them, you know that embarking on home improvements can be both exciting and daunting. According to home services platform HomeStars, the national median renovation budget is around $12,000, so you're probably investing a...

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