Wednesday, May 1, 2024 @ 5:35 PM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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May is “Moving Month,” as designated by the Better Business Bureau and Canadian Association of Movers. 1 It also happens to kick off the peak moving season, which generally runs from May through September. 2 According to a survey by Statistics Canada, respondents listed their top motivations for moving
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Wednesday, March 27, 2024 @ 11:27 AM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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From extreme cold to wildfires and floods, the past few years have brought a historic number of devastating climate and weather events to Canada. In 2023 alone, unusually harsh weather and a string of natural disasters caused more than $3.1 billion in insured damages, according to the Insurance Bureau of
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Friday, March 1, 2024 @ 8:38 AM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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When you've lived somewhere for many years, it can be tough to say goodbye. But if you (or a loved one) currently have a home that is bigger than necessary or is too high maintenance, it may be time to trade unused square footage for a smaller, more manageable space.
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Wednesday, January 31, 2024 @ 2:10 PM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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One of the best parts of owning a home is the freedom to make it truly your own with design choices that reflect your personality and lifestyle. Whether you lean toward contemporary design or a farmhouse aesthetic, your home is your canvas. Even so, it’s always smart to think about
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Monday, January 1, 2024 @ 11:42 AM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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Home buyers surprised everyone last spring when they shook off higher borrowing costs and showed up to new home sales in droves. The surge in competition for a still-limited pool of properties helped home prices pop and renewed sellers' confidence in their ability to get top dollar for a home.
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Friday, December 1, 2023 @ 11:03 AM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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It's the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it's also the most wasteful. According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to throwing away more than usual during the holiday months as they filled up their trash bins
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Wednesday, November 1, 2023 @ 11:52 AM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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Buying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer letter. But before you run to the nearest home goods store, take a deep breath. First,
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Sunday, October 1, 2023 @ 12:44 PM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Canadians' favourite ways to grow their wealth. According to a poll by CIBC, 15% of Canadian homeowners already earn some rental
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Friday, September 1, 2023 @ 10:50 AM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Bank of Canada shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last year. 1 Now, it’s not as simple to sell a home. While pandemic-era homebuyers were
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Monday, July 31, 2023 @ 3:08 PM Posted By: Margaret Ball & Carolyn Wilbur
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To avoid buyer's remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home. Most new homebuyers don't regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a recent survey by Zolo, 80% of Canadians who purchased a home during the pandemic say they're glad they bought their current homes.
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