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2018 The Year That Was

Do you ever remember that time as a kid, where the days just seemed to drag on. You would be waiting on some big family event and it would literally take forever to get there. What happened to those days? Days now seem to blur into weeks and weeks into ...

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Rethink and Reorganize for the Long-Term

From time to time, homeowners turn their attention to decor.  But, before you act on a decorating makeover, take the time to consider the long-term.  Examine how each room in your home is used, and determine whether the layout and design are living up to your needs.  You may discover ...

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Are You Mortgage Free?

Are you mortgage free? Have you paid your mortgage in full and are no longer making any mortgage payments? This information is for you! First of all a huge CONGRATULATIONS! It is a significant accomplishment to have paid off your mortgage. Once your mortgage has been paid in full it ...

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Goal Achieving: Getting through “the Dip”

It’s not surprising that no one quits a marathon near the finish line.  If anything, they run faster!  The place where most runners are likely to quit is the middle.  Author Seth Godin calls this phenomenon the dip. So how do you get through the dip when you’re striving for ...

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Statistics Canada Suspends Credit Searches

Statistics Canada is suspending Credit Searches and delaying plans to obtain banking records for 500,000 Canadian households. Click Here to read on… ...

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2019 Paint Color Trends and Forecasts

2019 Paint Color Trends ...

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Balancing the Emotional and Practical Sides of Buying a Home

Imagine this scenario… You’re shopping for a new home.  You drive to visit a recent listing.  As you walk through the front doors, you’re impressed.  Every room looks fantastic.  You see yourself relaxing on the spacious patio, cooking in the modern kitchen, and enjoying evenings with the family in the ...

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How to Spend Less in 2019 without Feeling Deprived

As any financial expert will tell you, spending less is the surest way to boost your disposable income.  With that extra money, you can pay off credit card debt, add to your retirement savings, or earmark funds for a fun vacation. It sounds great.  However, many people associate spending less ...

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Four Things You Should Know About Staging

You’ve probably heard about “home staging”.  As the name implies, it’s all about arranging each room in your home in a way that will make the best impression on buyers.  Here’s what you need to know about staging if you’re thinking of listing your property. Staging can get you a ...

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