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GST relief for first-time home buyers on new homes valued up to $1.5 million Great news for first-time home buyers: The federal government has introduced a new GST rebate aimed at making home ownership more affordable. Under the updated program, eligible buyers of newly built homes may now qualify for a full rebate on the 5% federal GST—potentially saving tens … Read More

At this time of the year when the days are short and the skies are grey, focus tends to shift towards the glorious summer months when we can escape the daily commuter grind and the realities of the 9 to 5 and take a couple of weeks out to lie on a sun drenched beach somewhere. But why take just … Read More

Are you looking to sell your home this winter? You’ve come to the right place! People who look to buy properties during winter are usually serious buyers. They have a sense of urgency and want to close on a property before the year ends. Don’t miss the opportunity to impress winter home buyers by avoiding these home staging mistakes! Mistake … Read More

Remodeling a kitchen these days can be as expensive as buying a car. However, there are ways to make your outdated kitchen look brand new without spending a fortune. Whether you want to renovate your whole kitchen or update a small part of it, these low-cost remodeling ideas will help you transform your kitchen into something you’ll love.   Repaint … Read More

Acquiring the real estate contract for a property doesn’t mean that the deal is already done and successful. Of course, it is definitely something that can be celebrated after all that you have gone through in the process. But you need to remind yourself that there are still many things that can happen between the contract date and the closing … Read More

Different homebuyers have different criteria when it comes to looking for a new home. Some buyers purchase a home because of its location. Some buyers prioritize the size of the house especially if they have a growing family. However, they all have one thing in common – they want a home where they can live comfortably and a property that … Read More

In today’s real estate market, when selling your home, you probably will have to make improvements and renovations to your property to stay competitive and receive the highest offer for your property. Home improvements can include refurbishing, remodelling, repairing, or renovation projects in your home. All improvements are not created equal. Some improvements add more value to your home than … Read More

When you decide to sell your home you should immediately begin referring to it as a house.  A little harsh, I know, but you’ve become emotionally attached to it and it’s now time to say goodbye.  You can start detaching yourself by making some changes that will help you with the sale of the house. You probably have accumulated a … Read More

MOVING! The very thought of it can send chills down our spine and can cause us to break out into a cold sweat. Experts say that any kind of “change” creates “stress”. Moving, (and especially if we are relocating to a new city or state), represents a huge change and naturally brings a great amount of stress along with it. … Read More

When it comes to adding value to your property, focusing in on the bathroom and kitchen almost certainly guarantees profitable returns. If you’re considering making your home appealing to potential buyers, then one of the first places to start is in the bathroom. When it comes to bathroom design, what is it that most people really want? Would choosing a … Read More