It is widely accepted that a fresh coat of paint is an excellent way to help you to sell your home. After all, it’s one of the most cost effective ways to spruce up your house for sale. Although the task may seem daunting, it truly is a simple DIY project in most cases. First and foremost, gather your supplies. …
How will Fido tolerate a change of address? Here are some things to keep in mind to help the transition during a move a little less stressful on your furry pal (or pals). If you have pets, your already know what a bundle of personality they encompass. Some are quiet; some are bouncing at everyone they meet. Some are easy…
You’ve made the enormous decision- it’s time to move. You’ve found a real estate agent and begun researching moving companies. Of course, you want to get as much foot traffic through your home as possible to increase your chance of selling for the biggest return. So is your home open house ready? Here are a few handy tips to help…
Caring for perennial gardens is a challenging and rewarding adventure! Once you have moved into your new home, take a peek around your property and see what you’re dealing with. There may be no gardens at all, in which case you might consider adding one to your grounds. More likely, though, there will be at least one already established. What…
With green grass popping up everywhere and tree leaves emerging, it’s safe to be sure it’s spring! Warm weather has been a long time coming in the GTA, and whether you want to sell your home or stay put, some outside home maintenance is always in order. Now is the time to do an outdoor inspection of what winter has…
It’s that time of year again. It’s time to open the windows up after a long winter and let the fresh spring air fill your home. But as the warm sun shines in, it illuminates all the dust and dirt that winter has brought in with it. Time to get cleaning! Doing a thorough clean in your home in spring…
Moving can be both exciting and extremely stressful. But no matter what emotions are involved, there is one aspect of moving that everyone who moves can count on- the cost! From lawyer’s fees to sprucing up your home for sale- the dollars can rack up quickly! Here are a few measures you can take to help ease the financial burden…
There is a lot to consider once you have decided to take the plunge and move to a different home. It’s best to try and complete some tasks early in the moving process, rather than leaving everything until the last minute. Here are a few things to help get the ball rolling. Contact the moving company of your choice well…
As a society, we have A LOT of stuff, and most of it isn’t really necessary to daily life. When you’re planning on moving to a new home, purging some of these items beforehand can make the move a lot easier. Plus, it’s nice to make a fresh start in your new home. There are a few different options when…
Moving an entire household of belongings can feel like an overwhelming chore, but with a little organization and pre-planning, it’s not such an unmanageable task. Here are a few pointers to help get you started packing. It’s great if you’ve planned ahead and saved items such as old blankets, boxes, newspapers etc. for your move, but if you’re short on…
