6 houseplants you should consider getting as summer ends
While there is still time left in this gardening season, it pains me to admit that it is slowly starting to wind down. As the end of August approaches, we are starting to think about carefully putting our outdoor garden to bed for the winter months.
How treating your household financials like a business can save you money
In an effort to make your household financials more manageable, let’s take a look at how a business manages its finances.
What is a home equity line of credit and how does it work?
If you currently own a home, you should look into a home equity line of credit. There are a number of reasons why it would make sense for you to take advantage of this product that most major lenders offer.
3 of the worst summer garden woes and how to overcome them
It’s been an incredible year for gardening. In comparison to last year’s cool and rainy season, this year’s hotter than hot summer has made my garden prolific.
How to redesign your living room without breaking the bank
There are ways to redesign and revitalize your space without breaking the bank! I have put together five tips to revitalize your living room.
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.
RRSP or TFSA: Which is the better way to save for your new home?
So, you’re saving for your first home. Odds are your current savings account isn’t quite cutting it as far as growth goes, so what should you do?
First-time buyers find their new home at Fresh Towns in Ottawa
We recently caught wind of a story about two happy purchasers who just found their new home at Fresh Towns in Ottawa by Greatwise Developments!
Things to consider in addition to closing costs
Last year, we provided a pretty thorough breakdown of what closing costs consist of when buying a new home in the Greater Toronto Area. Many buyers are unaware of what fees are due upon closing, and guess what? There’s more.
5 reasons homeowners need an emergency fund
You cut corners and scrimped for years to come up with that down payment – but your saving days are far from over once you’ve achieved homeownership. In fact, you’ll need to take your commitment to socking cash away to a whole other level.
