3 Ways to Host a Fun and Safe Thanksgiving Dinner

At October 1, 2021
By Nancy
In Infos

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and this year’s guidelines are a little different. Everyone is looking for creative ways to host a safe and distanced dinner while still enjoying time with their friends and family. For this reason, we have a few ways you can host Thanksgiving this year while following guidelines: Have an outdoor celebration. […]

3 Ways to Start Refreshing your Home for Fall

The start of a new season brings many changes along with it and one of those changes is our home interior. Whether it be seasonal decor or a complete redecoration, knowing where to begin—and where to stop—can be tricky. We have put together three ways you can elegantly refresh your home this season. Add […]

3 Tips for First Time Home Buyers

Buying your first home might seem like an intimidating and overwhelming process. Many big decisions that can determine whether or not you close on the house you’re interested in. We have listed a few tips and tricks you can share with your friends and family to help them in their first home buying experience. Talk […]

3 Home Organization Tips Heading into Fall

As summer winds down and we approach a new season, this is a great time to get your home organized. Sorting and decluttering can be overwhelming, so to help you achieve your organization goals we have gathered a few tips so you can head into the fall season with a clear vision for reorganizing your […]

Top 3 Findings from the Engel & Völkers Mid-Year 2021 Market Report

Engel & Völkers has released their Canadian mid-year real estate market report, a residential property analysis highlighting notable trends, changing buyer and seller preferences, economic factors, and more. We have put together our top three takeaways from the report that we believe are indicative as to what we can expect from the second half of […]

3 Ways to Follow Summer 2021 Trends without Committing

Home design trends are constantly changing, not only over the years but every season. It can be difficult to keep up with the latest fads and change the style of your home every few months or so. Well, to avoid all of that we’re suggesting a few ways you can keep up with the latest […]

3 Home Remodeling for Your Next Renovation

Remodelling your home can be stressful, complicated and exciting all at the same time. There are many moving parts to a remodel and it can be difficult to keep track of what is going on every moment. To help you through this, here are a few key tips to avoid any issues that may arise: […]

Tips on Having a Fun and Safe Canada Day Weekend

With Canada Day just around the corner, many of us are thinking about what we can plan with our family and friends while following public health guidelines. While restrictions are starting to lift in Ontario, it is still important to remain safe if gathering with those outside your household. Here are some tips on how […]

3 Tips for Opening Your Cottage this Season

If you have a vacation property, then you know cottage season is upon us! With that comes the responsibility of opening up for the season. Before you can enjoy the sunshine, make sure to knock these tasks off your checklist so you can take advantage of your summer sooner rather than later. Here are some […]

3 Window and Door Trends for 2021

Windows and doors can be statement pieces, improving the scope and scale of your home’s aesthetic. Changing these items not only has the potential to increase the functionality of your home, but it can make for some beautiful design choices, as well. Here are three window and door trends we’re seeing in 2021! 1. Large-scale […]

3 Factors Impacting Ottawa’s Unprecedented Real Estate Market

The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) has released important key statistics for April 2021. Despite the lockdown and the uncertainty of the economy, the real estate market has remained strong. Here’s a summary of three important findings from OREB’s release: 1. Average sale prices continue to rise. Ottawa has a hot market, with an average […]

3 Gardening Tips for the New Season

Now that April is coming to a close and the weather is warming up, gardening season is upon us! Whether it’s planting new flowers or growing some seasonal vegetables to serve at the dinner table, it’s time to get proactive. Here are three tips to get your garden ready for summer: 1. Don’t forget about […]

Staging your Home for Spring

Whether you’re getting ready to sell or you just want to put a fresh spin on your decor, staging is a great way to breathe new life into your home. Just some simple adjustments can add that “wow” factor to your space—and you don’t even need to break the bank. Here are three tips for […]

3 Home Maintenance Projects for your Spring To-Do List

With the current temperature fluctuations, we’re slowly transitioning into spring! As the weather changes, so should your home maintenance routines. It is important to protect your home from the sudden change in weather and ensure your property is running safely and efficiently. Here are three home maintenance tips that you should add to your spring […]

2021 Spring Decor Trends to Brighten Your Home

With winter soon leaving us, we can finally give a warm welcome to the spring of 2021! With all the time we spend at home, it’s important to create spaces that are comfortable as well as functional. Here are three spring trends you can incorporate to create a comfy, vibrant and bespoke looking home! 1. […]

3 Bedroom Design Trends to Keep You Cozy this Year

If you’re anything like us, you’ve likely spent much more time in your bedroom than usual over the past year. Being kept indoors truly forces you to evaluate your living spaces and what they’re contributing to the sense of comfort in your own home. Whether you just retire to your bedroom in the evening or […]

What January’s Statistics Can Tell Us About the 2021 Real Estate Market

The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) just released the key real estate statistics for January 2021. Even with so much uncertainty around the Canadian economy, one thing has stayed constant: the strength of the Ottawa real estate market. Here are three key findings from OREB’s news release: Home prices remain on the rise. This has […]

3 Lessons from the Engel & Völkers Market Report

Engel & Völkers just released their latest Canadian real estate market report, with findings about how our market performed in the second half of 2020 as well as some forecasting for the coming year. We have reviewed the report and picked our top three findings below! 1. Low interest rates drove activity—and will continue to […]

3 Home Maintenance Projects to Tackle this Winter

At January 8, 2021
By Nancy
In Infos

Home maintenance is always essential for Canadian homes during the cold winter months. From ice formations to fireplace maintenance, it’s important to keep everything in check for the days to come. Here are three key maintenance tips we have to keep your home in tip top shape this winter: 1. Analyze and Maintain Your Plumbing. […]

Holiday-Themed Design Trends

This year may be a different Christmas for many of us due to the current circumstances but I believe that many will still wish to celebrate the holiday and perhaps with a smaller number of people. We have some decorating tips to keep things light and fun that you may wish to consider: 1. Pay […]

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