Much Ado About Your Home

Below, you will find various articles about anything and everything, that relate to your home, condominium, co-operative or commercial property. I hope they are helpful to you and your family. If you require any additional information regarding one or more of these articles, please do not hesitate to contact me.

1. Buying a property comes with associated expenses above and beyond just your mortgage. If these additions are not taken into consideration early on in the search process, and budgeted for, you may find yourself in for a serious cash 'crunch' come closing day. Read more..... Buyer Real Estate Closing Costs

2. You smell gas coming from your basement in the middle of the night. Who should you call? The sidewalk outside your home is crumbling and requires immediate attention before a mishap occurs. Do you call the same person? Find out here who is ultimately responsible. Read more.....Who Is Ultimately Responsible For Services?

3. Is your home aging gracefully or does it need a makeover? Working on your property need not be a major undertaking that requires the services of a contractor. Instead, it can be all you and your unlimited imagination. Some assembly required. Read more....Home Renovations By Design

4. There are no safe levels of lead when it comes to you or your families health. Could any be hiding in, or under, your older home? Read more... Is There Lead In Your Older Home?

5. Look down, way down, past the ends of your feet at the type of flooring you're standing on right now. Is it the best possible choice for you and your family? With so many options at hand (or should I say feet) it can be hard to make the right choice. Read more....Flooring Choices For Your Home

6. Having work done on your home can be stressful, and even more so if you've hired a contractor who is not attentive to your needs and concerns. Your home is your castle so be sure to hire wisely, and just don't let anyone walk across your drawbridge. Read more....Choosing The Right Contractor

7. Every dollar counts, and as a homeowner there are generally many projects needing done that requires those dollars. The governement offers several programs and rebates to assist those wanting to make modifications to their home. Read more....Government Programs And Rebates For The Homeowner

8. Most people buying a home need a mortgage of some kind. But, mortgages can be expensive! Learn to pay less in interest and discharge your mortgage sooner rather than later. Read more....How To Save Money On Your Mortgage Payments

9. There are a great many challenges when buying or selling a property. A real estate professional is one who can help guide you through the process, and lead you to a favourable outcome. As a home purchase is generally the greatest expense you'll ever make, why trust it to anyone else? Read more....Being Your Buyers Real Estate Consultant

10. Picture this: You've called an ambulance for help in a crisis situation. You've given them your address, and they're on their way. You wait, and wait, and wait. Why haven't they arrived? Read more....Supersizing Your Homes Address

11. Consider this: Your property is now on the market for sale, and prospective buyers call to book showings. You are excited, and eagerly await the viewings. But, take a moment and look down. Is your dog as happy about having someone in his home as you are? Read More.........Do Pets Effect The Sale Of Your Home?

12. Police estimate there are almost 50,00 grow houses in Canada. Could one be in your neighbourhood, and if so, how will you know? Read more....Mold, Moisture, And Marijuana Grow Houses

13. You've undoubtably heard the song' All I Need Is The Air That I Breathe' by the Hollies' but, just what is the quality of that air you're breathing like in your own home? Read more....Indoor Air Quality

14. Carbon Monoxide is a by-product from the burning of fossil fuels, and is a silent killer in your home as it's odourless, tasteless, and can't be seen with the naked eye. Are you and your family protected? Read more.....Carbon Monoxide And Your Health

15. Your home's electrical wiring are the arteries through which all power flows. They remain hidden to the naked eye, but not to your insurance company. To obtain a policy on your new home purchase, costly upgrades may be required. Read more....Your Electrical Wiring And The Insurance Industry

16. North America holds a vast amount of the world's dwindling fresh water supply. A great deal of this water is wasted every time when we flush a toilet in our home or office. Learn how to cut your usage, and save money at the same time. Read more...Toilets And Water Usage

17.  As homes become more expensive and out of reach for the average consumer, many look to renting their basement apartment in the hope of bringing in some much needed extra income to put towards the mortgage. But, is this 'second suite' legal? Read more...  Is Your Basement Apartment Legal?

18. The time to purchase a home is right. But, before you begin heading out to view select properties with your Agent, you must first look into your affordability, and whether or not you can qualify for a mortgage. Read more......Needing A Mortgage? What Does The Lender Require From You.

19.  In the prehistoric days of the caveman home heating was a fairly simple affair. You merely gathered wood, formed it into a pile, and ignited it. Then, to keep warm you sat as close to the fire as possible, as no system of ductwork had been invented to propel the warmth to other parts of your cave. Thankfully, home heating has come a long way since then, and now there are several choices to keep you and your family warm and toasty at night. Read more.....Heating Choices For Your Home