Does a pool add value to my property? Before diving in…read this first!
When it comes to determining if a swimming pool adds value to your home, the reviews run from hot to cold.
On the nay side, home experts say as much as you treasure that gorgeously expensive water feature in your backyard, when it comes time to sell, others may hate it, especially those ...
Posted by Jeff Hewson
on May 18, 2013
Couples that live together without being legally married are often under the false impression that they have the same property rights as married couples.
They may not.
For starters, to qualify for equal ownership of the house, building or property, you need both of your names on title. You also need to sign a cohabitation agreement that includes that provision or a court makes ...
Posted by Jeff Hewson
on May 15, 2013
Does a pool add value to my property? Before diving in…read this first!
When it comes to determining if a swimming pool adds value to your home, the reviews run from hot to cold.
On the nay side, home experts say as much as you treasure that gorgeously expensive water feature in your backyard, when it comes time to sell, others may hate it, especially those who have young children ...
Posted by Todd Fryer
on May 12, 2013
It’s never too early to start preparing your lawn for summer. As the days begin to get warmer dedicating a few spring hours to your lawn, will help produce that green grass.
Start Early
Even if it still feels a little chilly, it’s never too early to begin your lawn work. Cold winter temperatures require you give a little extra at the beginning of spring. ...
Posted by Jeff Hewson
on May 9, 2013
Buying a condominium combines the best of urban living with all the amenities of city living. If you’re in the market for a condo, here are some tips before you buy as there are some differences between buying a condo and a traditional home purchase:
The 10-day rule: According to the Condominium Act 1998 when you buy a condo from a builder, you can cancel ...
Posted by Jeff Hewson
on May 9, 2013
NEW DOORS ADD STYLE
Doors can offer so much more than an entry into a room. Typically, a home has around 17 interior doors. Replacing standard, hollow core doors with solid core doors to add weight and reduce noise is a popular DIY project. Many homeowners purchase pre-hung doors, or you can choose to keep the existing frame and simply replace the doors. Installing new interior doors ...
Posted by Lynn Adams
on May 6, 2013
There’s no law that says you must have a home inspection completed before purchasing a home. And there’s a good chance that a home inspection won’t turn up anything so dire that the deal will fall through. Nevertheless, a home inspection is money well spent, as there is a chance of it uncovering a problem that could cost you thousands of dollars in the future.
Your ...
Posted by Jeff Hewson
on May 1, 2013
Things to consider before 'flipping' houses
With the rates that property values have grown in the last 10 to 15 years, many amateur investors have gotten in on the flipping game.
Growing trends in the housing industry include buying fixer-uppers, foreclosures or investing in new construction with the intent to flip it ‘quick and dirty’ for profit. ...
Posted by Jeff Hewson
on May 1, 2013
In Ontario there are innumerable incentives for first-time homebuyers! Buying your first home is one of the largest investments of your life, and Ontario offers countless ways to aid and encourage first-time buyers. Canada’s Economic Action Plan introduced the First-Time Home Buyers’ (FTHB) Tax Credit and the expansion of the Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) to provide ...
Posted by Jeff Hewson
on May 1, 2013
It’s never too early to start preparing your lawn for summer. As the days begin to get warmer dedicating a few spring hours to your lawn, will help produce that beautiful lush grass you will love all summer. Adding that little extra pizzazz to your home, a healthy summer lawn begins with spring maintence.
Start Early
Even if it still feels a little chilly, it’s ...
Posted by Todd Fryer
on May 1, 2013