Adding a splash of colour to your home in the form of art can be both inspirational and an easy way to change up the look of each room.
There’s a quote by Roy Adzak about the individuality of art; “Good art is not what it looks like, but what it does to us.”
Art is choice, and more often than not an expensive one at that, and can change the vibe of your space. Make sure ...
Posted by Paul Baron
on January 6, 2012
With interest rates at an all-time low, many Canadians are taking advantage of the savings by refinancing their mortgages to consolidate debt, make home renovations, invest in real estate or other ventures, or moving up the property ladder.
The following are ways to take even further advantage of this excellent rate environment by paying down your mortgage faster.
Tip #1: Prepay early in the mortgage ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 3, 2012
CENTURY 21 Canada has been a proud supporter of Easter Seals for over 30 years. Since 1979, CENTURY 21 Canada has supported Easter Seals by raising millions of dollars for families living with disabilities across the country.
It's great to hear stories like the one below and know that many CENTURY 21 Sales Professionals are getting out into their communities to raise funds for children with disabilities ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on December 28, 2011
Canada has recently pulled out of the Kyoto Protocol, stating that it would be too costly for the country to meet the targets that were put in place. Prime Minister Stephen Harper has argued that the Kyoto Protocol, which excludes the world’s two largest producers of greenhouse gases – China and the United States - would hurt Canada’s competitiveness on the global market. So is that ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on December 19, 2011
We've all hear the term 'Carbon Monoxide' (CO) but do we really know what it is, where it comes from or how to know if it is present in our homes?
First of all, if you're looking for it you can't see it. In fact you can't smell or taste it either. When you do know it is present it is often too late! Because CO rapidly accumulates in the blood causing serious health concerns, ...
Posted by Michelle Keddy
on December 15, 2011
Are we nearing the end of 2011 already?
With the holiday season upon us, it’s starting to become a little harder to juggle all the activities. With all the work, shopping, dinners and decorating, it’s easy to over extend yourself and burn out before the year is even over!
Time management will be the secret to staying on top of all the things that need to get done this holiday season. ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on December 8, 2011
There are five different categories that go into a credit score:
on-time record of payment
the number of inquiries or applications for credit
credit utilization
credit history
credit `depth`
Although it sounds like common sense, the most frequent reason that a person`s credit score is lower (or outright bad) is that they missed one or two payments. A missed payment is a missed payment, regardless ...
Posted by The Albert Pereira Team
on December 6, 2011
The 2012 Farmers Almanac is predicting an unusually cold and stormy winter across Canada, which means preparing your home for harsh, cold and wet conditions, is a must!
To keep your house dry and free from mold, clear snow away from doors and windows.
Keep your eye out for ice build up on the edge of your roof. Clearing the ice will drain that melting ...
Posted by Nadege Parent
on December 5, 2011
The holiday season is only weeks away! I love being able to take this time to enjoy the company of friends and family, and in the last few years, Christmas has taken on a new excitement with the pitter-patter of little children running around. There’s nothing like experiencing Christmas through the eyes of a child again. To ensure all have merry time, it’s important to create a safe holiday ...
Posted by Aliza Fung
on December 1, 2011
This is another question that I get fairly frequently, especially from first-time buyers. There is no answer that is correct for everyone, but it's something you should definitely talk to your REALTOR® about as you start your search.
When you sit down with your real estate professional before you look at your first homes, you probably have a basic idea of what you want; things like how many bedrooms ...
Posted by Laura Keller
on November 28, 2011