Subtle Signs it May Be Time to Sell… Sometimes the reason for putting your home on the market is crystal clear. For example, you might have a job relocation and need to move. Or, you might have decided to downsize because the kids have left the nest. However, there are ...
Continue ReadingCommon Household Items that Can Cause a Fire… You never want to smell smoke in your home and realize there’s a fire. That’s why it is important to be diligent about fire safety. Experts recommend that homeowners be especially careful with the following common household items: Portable heaters. Never leave ...
Continue ReadingNobody likes to think about getting their affairs in order right? At any age, the unexpectable can happen. Do you have a game plan if you end up in the hospital? Or even still yet, have you got your estate planned? If your kids are young, who is going to ...
Continue ReadingA Condo Can Be an Ideal Income Property… Regardless of whether you live in a house or condo, owning an income producing condo can prove to be a very savvy real estate investment. Condos can be attractive investments because they usually require very little maintenance by the owner. However, managing ...
Continue ReadingExiting Through a Window in an Emergency Hopefully, this will never happen to you. But, there are circumstances – a fire, for example – when you and your family would need to exit through a window. It pays to be prepared for that eventuality. Your first step is to determine ...
Continue Reading2051 Vinewood Street – $649,900.00 Exceedingly well cared for home that has had the same owner for the last 35 years. The rancher with a full basement offers just over 1200 sqft per floor, with a separate access into the basement. There are two large bedrooms on the main floor ...
Continue ReadingThe Bank of Canada has raised it’s key lending rate .25% as projected. This is the 3rd increase as it has moved its benchmark rate from the once record lows last summer. Bank prime will follow to 3.45% (TD has a higher prime presently) The impact for borrowers is approx $13 per ...
Continue ReadingQuick Plumbing Jobs You Can Do Yourself… To unclog slow drains without harsh chemicals, pour boiling water into the drain, followed by a cup of baking soda, then 1 – 2 cups of vinegar (depending on the type). The reaction can dislodge common blockages. To fix a dripping faucet caused ...
Continue ReadingI attended my first Block Watch meeting last night. A couple of very interesting points came out of the meeting. First off, the head of community policing seems like she runs a very tight ship. The community police officer was saying that anytime there is a criminal act in a ...
Continue ReadingShould You Rent out Part of Your Home? Have you ever considered renting out a room to a student or renovating your basement into a self-contained rental apartment? It’s a big decision. There are many pros and cons to consider. On the pro side, renting can provide you with additional ...
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