Home Winter Maintenance

Essential Winter Home Maintenance Tips

Whether you embrace winter or are already planning an island escape, preparing your home for the cold season can help keep your family safe and prevent costly repairs — so you can afford that holiday. Here are practical tips to help you protect…

Smart Home Technology Trends: Exploring The Latest Innovations

Smart home technology is transforming the way we live, work, and interact with our environments. From water-saving devices to immersive audio experiences, today's homes are becoming more connected, efficient, and comfortable than ever. We explore…
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Small Space Solutions for MODERN LIVING

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With rising home prices and a growing trend toward minimalist living, small spaces are becoming the norm rather than the exception. Whether it’s a city apartment, a cozy condo, or a downsized family home, living comfortably in limited square…

THE GROWTH OF ADDITIONAL DWELLING UNITS IN SOUTHERN ONTARIO

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Southern Ontario is witnessing a dramatic shift in housing preferences, with additional dwelling units (ADUs) emerging as a popular solution to affordability, sustainability, and speed of construction. ADUs can include triplexes, fourplexes,…
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Mortgage Payments Are Easing Yet RENEWAL STRESS Is Real

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It feels like a collective exhale. After two grueling years of rapid interest rate hikes, the Bank of Canada has paused and even trimmed its policy rate, and many homeowners are finally seeing monthly mortgage payments drift lower. At first…
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Sustainable Home Trends: Building the Future Responsibly

Sustainable home trends are shaping the future of residential construction as homeowners and builders respond to growing concerns over climate change, energy overconsumption, and resource depletion. Solutions ranging from net-zero energy homes…
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DOMESTIC BLISS: CANADIAN-MADE FURNISHINGS PUT THE ‘HOME’ IN ‘HOME GROWN’

There’s a saying in retail: When you buy from a locally-owned business, an actual person does a happy dance. When customers make a conscious choice to support the local economy instead of spending internationally, the whole community benefits. With…

SMART HOMES IN 2025: WHAT BUYERS EXPECT

As technology continues to integrate seamlessly into our daily lives, the definition of a "dream home" is evolving. In 2025, smart home features are no longer a luxury—they’re an expectation, especially among younger buyers and techsavvy…