If you already own a home, purchasing a rental property in the K-W area may be easier than you think, depending on the equity you’ve accumulated over the years. However, if you’re new to the real estate world, purchasing a home with a separate rental unit is a great way to get your foot in…
When you put your home on the market, your goal is to sell it quickly and for the most amount of money possible. Properly staging your home will create an amazing first impression that will generate a huge buzz! Staging isn’t so much an expense as it is an investment. Not only is your home…
Selling your home is a huge financial transaction that can trigger a roller coaster of emotions. When you’re being tossed around at every turn, you need to hang on tight and stay on track. Whether it’s been bidding wars, sky-high prices or a cooling-off period, the last couple of years have added to the ups…
If you live in a small space, it’s important that you don’t feel boxed in. The following tips will help transform your cramped quarters into something that feels much more expansive: Disappearing Doors Installing pocket doors is an easy and inexpensive way to create loads of extra space. Shady Solutions Paint the walls a soft…
Condos appeal to everyone from young urbanites who want to be in the heart of the action to seniors who look forward to enjoying their golden years playing tennis and relaxing by the pool. Families are also starting to gravitate towards condos as they’re an affordable way to escape the suburbs and move to a…
The term “air quality” is usually associated with outdoor air pollution created by bumper-to-bumper traffic or from factories that pump out clouds of smoke. The truth is, we should be equally concerned about the toxins and irritants in our homes such as pet dander, dust mites, formaldehyde and fungi. Fear not though as there are…
When selling your home, it’s important to get it right the first time as mistakes mean your home will sit on the market longer and eventually sell for less. You really only get one shot at creating that all-important initial buzz that occurs when a new home hits the market, so make a great first…
You often don’t realize you’re using them but whether you’re renting a car, asking for a raise or trying to get your kids to clean up their room, strong negotiating skills are an essential part of life. Thankfully, negotiating is a skill that can be easily learned and eventually perfected! Your success is partly based…
A house fire isn’t something anyone wants to think about but it’s important for you and your family to have a fire escape plan. One very affordable and easy-to-use item that’s often overlooked are fire escape ladders. This compact yet fully functional ladder will protect you and your family by providing a safe and reliable…
Did you know that dryers are responsible for over 15,000 fires in North America each year? Most people aren’t aware of the danger clothes dryers can pose which is why dryer maintenance is often overlooked. Fires can occur when lint (a highly combustible material) builds up in the dryer or more commonly, in the dryer’s…