How to prepare your new condo for your first baby
There are so many reasons why more couples are or will be raising babies in condo units in and around the Greater Toronto Area.
How to optimize space for siblings sharing a bedroom
After sleeping a few feet away from my older sister for almost half of my life, I have a pretty good understanding of all of the triumphs and challenges that come with sharing a room, from squabbles to sleepless nights. As more couples plan on starting
How to Use Feng Shui to Improve Your Home
Feng Shui is the Chinese practice of rearranging your living or work environment to positively impact all aspects of your life. Many people in the western world dismiss Feng Shui as superstition or confuse the practice with mysticism. However, the art
How should Canada tackle money laundering in the housing market?
Canada is an attractive place to buy a home because it’s an amazing place to live, but there are other, more sinister reasons to buy real estate in Canada, and British Columbia is cracking down.
How the provincial election could impact the housing market
With Doug Ford looking like the frontrunner for premier in the upcoming provincial election, pundits are wondering what that might mean for the housing market.
How Canada’s mediocre productivity affects housing prices
I was about to get out of the car the other day when, on 1010 AM radio, I caught the beginning of a discussion about Canadian productivity, defined as the gross domestic product (GDP) per hour worked. I didn’t stick around for the discussion, but I was
How to deal with your home buyer’s remorse
So you just bought a new home - congratulations! What? You don’t feel as excited as you were the second you signed the Agreement? Don’t worry, this feeling is common. It’s like when you buy a sweater then instantly regret it when you try it on at home in
Tarion: How to Protect Your Home From the Elements this Spring
By TarionEven though your home braved the cold this winter, you should still be protecting it against the elements as the weather warms up. The ice storm in December has opened our eyes to the need to prepare our homes, and ourselves, for extreme weather
How smart tech can improve your outdoor space
While some see their backyard as an outdoor escape from it all, simple smart tech integrations can be used to further enjoy and ultimately get the most from your outdoor space.Whether you’re entertaining, maintaining, or just kicking back, smart
How to make your balcony feel like home
There are thousands of condo dwellers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) not taking advantage of their outdoor space. And honestly, we understand why. The concrete floor, metal railing, and glass panelling doesn’t always make for the most inviting
