Winter Home Safety & Maintenance Tips
Now that we’re getting into the winter months, the colder weather and icy conditions create the need for a whole new kind of property maintenance to keep your home in tip top shape. In this blog, we’ll give you a quick list of tasks to put on your “to-do” list this season.
Indoor Home Renovations for the Winter Months
Because of the chilly winds and snowy conditions, the colder months can have you spend quite a bit of your day indoors. If you’ve got some time on your hands and you’re looking for something productive to keep you busy this season, we’ve got some suggestions for some upgrades that can easily be done during the wintertime without causing a chilly draft in your home.
The “Dos” and “Don’ts” of Home Staging
Proper home staging can be one of the most crucial factors when you showcase your home to prospective buyers. In this blog, we’ll discuss some quick “dos” and “don’ts” to help you stage your home as effectively as possible.
Top Tips for Choosing a Home for Your Family
Choosing the right home for your growing family can be complicated. There’s so much to consider, from what to look for in the house itself to the property and surrounding neighbourhood. Planting your family roots is a necessary process and we want to make sure it goes as smoothly as possible. In this blog, we’ll …
Moving with Children
Moving can be a stressful process. There are strict deadlines that have to be met and large-scale financial decisions that have to be made. For you, closing and making the move is likely a process you’re looking forward to, and that’s understandable. Often though, moving is a confusing, emotional process for the little ones …
Fall Maintenance Checklist
The leaves are changing colour and some of the most beautiful scenery of the year is yet to come. Although it may be cool and blustery, that’s exactly what makes the coming months all the cozier. In order to capitalize on such an amazing backdrop, there are a few maintenance tasks that may be required …
What to Consider in a Summer Real Estate Market
Now that we’re past spring and well into summer, does that mean that you should wait until next year to explore the real estate market? Not necessarily. Although it’s generally acknowledged that the spring months are the prime time for the real estate market, that doesn’t mean it’s the only time you’re able to buy …
Storm & Flood-Proofing Your Home
With the ongoing effects of climate change, the weather can be somewhat unpredictable. In an area like Kelowna, one with such a diverse climate, it’s important to take steps to storm-proof your home. By taking some precautions and applying some simple renovations, you can help protect your home from the potentially damaging effects of high …
Advantages to homeownership (Home Equity)
There are many advantages to homeownership. In this blog, we’ve highlighted both the financial and functional benefits of owning a home, so that you can be more informed if you make the decision to buy.