June 16th, 2018
Survey any condo community or apartment complex and you’ll quickly notice there are two types of urban dwellers — those who utilize their outdoor space, and those who do not. … [read more]
June 16th, 2018
Giving your home a little extra “oomph” doesn’t have to cost thousands of dollars. For just a few hundred bucks, you can make some dramatic home improvements. These five projects … [read more]
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June 13th, 2018
From flat-screen TVs to fireplaces, there are many luxuries that make up the dream list of most homeowners today. With Design Your Dream Home, Homes.com, instead of conducting a simple … [read more]
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June 12th, 2018
All winter you’ve probably been looking forward to summer. But, with summer, comes extreme heat, even “heat warnings” in Toronto. You can be ready for this with a simple checklist … [read more]
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June 11th, 2018
When thinking about interior design and renovations, frugality does not often come to mind. After all, people want the biggest and the best, right? What is the point in upgrading … [read more]
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June 10th, 2018
When it comes to break-ins, homes account for the majority of targets with businesses a close second. These crimes are often committed as the opportunity arises (with little planning), although … [read more]
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June 9th, 2018
France is thought of as the very height of sophistication and luxury. Parisians especially have a certain “je ne sais quoi.” From fashion to décor, the French are trendsetters and … [read more]
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June 9th, 2018
Apartments and condos do not have a lot of space that tenants can personalize. However, many units do include a balcony. Some are larger than others, though they all typically … [read more]
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June 8th, 2018
Moving? Use this expert two-month moving calendar to keep you organized. Did you know May is National Moving Month? May is the kick-off to the busiest moving season. In fact, … [read more]
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June 4th, 2018
The keys are in your buyer’s hands! They’ve gone through the process … the search, deciding, inspection, stress, closing, and finally, the elation of buying a new home. Now, they … [read more]
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June 3rd, 2018
Flower farmer Joanne Feddes offers her top tips for creating a floral arrangement from the ground up. 1. Choose the right location. The majority of flowers love sunshine, so site … [read more]
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May 30th, 2018
Life is full of milestones and experiences, ups and downs, and lessons learned. As children, we learn how to walk, talk, and care for ourselves from our parents. As teenagers, … [read more]
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May 26th, 2018
Over the past 30 days, nearly 2,400 earthquakes have hit the island of Hawaii as seismic activity soars, and an eruption from the Kilauea volcano forced residents of several subdivisions … [read more]
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May 26th, 2018
We’re all familiar with measures that assess the desirability of a home, from rankings that show the neighborhoods with the best schools to a Walk Score® that reveals how easy … [read more]
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May 24th, 2018
The phrase home automation has been on the lips of many a tech-savvy person, but what does this new technology mean for the vast majority of homeowners? Is this new … [read more]
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May 20th, 2018
Let’s not beat around the bush. Moving can be a stressful, time-consuming and frustrating experience. The excitement of relocating to your new home can be quickly perturbed by the annoyances … [read more]
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May 20th, 2018
Learn how to bring home the om. As interest in outdoor spaces that can help heal and satisfy physical, emotional, and spiritual needs expands, make sure you understand the mix … [read more]
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May 19th, 2018
These days, day-to-day living is pretty chaotic. It can be difficult to manage the stress and unwind after a long day of constant movement and pressure. With that in mind, … [read more]
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May 18th, 2018
It’s a wonderful feeling when you finally clinch your property deal and realize you have become a homeowner for the very first time. Sometimes seemingly endless weeks or months have … [read more]
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May 17th, 2018
Purchasing a low value home with the intention to transform it into your dream house can be a great way to guarantee the aesthetic and functionality you are searching for … [read more]
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May 13th, 2018
Check out these easy and natural pesticides that you can make at home. Spring has arrived. It’s only a matter of time before insects arrive in droves to your garden. … [read more]
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May 12th, 2018
The Hawthorn is flourishing in the hedgerows, cow parsley flowers in drifts and the woodlands are filled with a carpet of bluebells – May is here. In the garden, we … [read more]
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