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Toronto can get hot during the summer. And, with the city experiencing greater numbers of heat waves every year, beating the heat can take some creativity if you don’t have air conditioning. Here are some tips on cooling off when the heat rises. Fans The simplest way of cooling down is to create a breeze…

You’ve found the perfect Toronto home in your preferred neighbourhood – if you want to stave off potential issues and you want to keep it looking its best, then there are some very simple home maintenance tasks you should do routinely. By keeping on top of small things, you will eliminate the larger issues that…

A neatly manicured lawn adds curb appeal to any Toronto dwelling. Whether you have a tiny patch of land or a sprawling acreage, having a healthy, green lawn is definitely satisfying. If your lawn is more dust and weeds than grass, there is a way to bring it back to life without the need of…

Toronto flooring trends haven’t changed all that much over the year – hardwoods are still the number one choice for most homeowners. However, there are some innovative materials now on the market and the colours are definitely trending lighter than before. Hues and colours Dark wood flooring in Toronto homes was all the rage for…

Toronto real estate is in a seller’s market. Prices are high and competition fierce for the homes on the market. It is no wonder that many people are choosing to stay put and renovate instead of wading into such a hot market. Then there are those who are renovating to maximize the returns they can…

Buying more house than you can handle and becoming instantly house poor is very easy in the heated Toronto real estate market. As the property boom continues due to record low interest rates, a lack of supply and the continuing pandemic that is causing people to seek out space, emotion is another very important component…

Toronto realtors and home buyers have become savvy at sales knowing that in order to get top dollar for their listing staging the property is very important. Once the excitement of an accepted offer has abated slightly and the more nitty-gritty elements of a home sale need to be tackled, such as a home inspection,…

Summer in Toronto is just around the corner and with the lockdowns still in place people will once again have to find ways of enjoying the warm weather at home. Last year the lockdown resulted in a huge boom in the sale and installation of pools. In fact, many installers are already booked solid for…

Toronto real estate’s busiest time of year is gearing up. Traditionally spring has always been the hottest time for home sales and this year is no exception. If you are among the intrepid bunch who are contemplating a move in this red-hot market, then there are a few things to keep in mind when you…

The Toronto spring real estate frenzy is just gearing up. Buyers are getting ready to bid and homeowners are preparing their homes to ensure maximum gain when they sell. However, is buying the right option for you? While it is clear that buying into the Toronto real estate market has been a very profitable venture…