One of the largest operating expenses in a home is electricity use. With the rising cost of electricity, many home owners and businesses alike are turning to renewable resources as a means of cutting down costs. Solar power has become one of the leading generation...
Residential property sales recorded through the MLS® System of the Barrie & District Association of REALTORS® Inc. numbered 705 units in March 2017, an increase of 27.5% from March 2016.On a year-to-date basis, home sales totaled 1,420 units over the first three months of the...
Love is kind and patient, never jealous, boastful, proud, or rude. Love isn’t selfish or quick-tempered. It doesn’t keep a record of wrongs that others do. Love rejoices in the truth, but not in evil. Love is always supportive, loyal, hopeful, and trusting. Love never fails. 1 Corinthians: 13:4-8, The Bible, Contemporary English...
Thinking about home maintenance can be quite daunting, especially to a new home owner. Caring for a new home is not only taxing on your wallet but it is also quite time-consuming. We have prepared a list of seasonal tasks for home maintenance so you...
If you are planning to sell your home in the near future, one key element to a successful home renovation is to consider which updates and upgrades will provide an effective return on investment. Although major renovations will often involve contractors or professionals, the best...
You don’t have to be an interior designer to get excited about the latest products that are inspiring trends in the home design space. In no particular order, here are 10 favourite products and trends that interior designers are loving this year. Natural-style Wood Finishes - Rustic,...
No matter how big or small your home may be, we all collect ‘stuff’ over time that clutters up our space. While de-cluttering is a good way to avoid a major mess, finding a way to organize all the necessities of your day-to-day life is a...
If you have a little spending money but still want to give your house a facelift and aren’t sure what to do, this blog is for you. There are many DIY projects that can instantly increase the value of your home that only requires a...
You’ve bought a house…now what? Before the movers arrive at the house and you start ripping the boxes open, here are six steps to make your move-in successful and stress-free.Spic and Span - If you can, book a cleaning day ahead of the arrival of...
Whether you want to update your home for your own living pleasure, or because it’s time to sell and you want to bring your home into the 21st century to get the most bang for your buck, here are some ideas that are sure to...
