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Let hotel luxury inspire your homemaking

Replicating the ambience of a luxurious hotel within the confines of your own home is a desire many share.  The allure of opulent amenities, plush bedding, and an overall sense of refined elegance can indeed make everyday life feel like a holiday.  While perpetual vacation may be an elusive dream, incorporating elements of hospitality design…
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How to arrange furniture like a design pro

Arranging furniture can be a daunting task. It’s like a high-stakes game of Tetris, where the pieces are expensive and the goal is to create a space that is both stylish and functional.  But don’t worry, design professionals have a set of rules to help you achieve the perfect arrangement.  This becomes especially valuable when…
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10 paint colours to trend in 2025

The design world is abuzz with Benjamin Moore’s recent announcements, including their Colour of the Year 2025 and the accompanying Colour Trends Palette.  This curated selection of 10 paint shades reflects current design trends while offering a glimpse into the future of interiors. Moving away from the super-saturated hues of previous years, the palette embraces…
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8 things you should never do on granite benchtops

Granite benchtops are a popular choice for kitchens, prized for their strength, durability, and diverse range of colours and styles. It’s easy to assume this robust material is indestructible, but without proper care, granite can be scratched, stained, and even ruined.  Here are six common mistakes you can make with a granite benchtop. Any of…
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10 questions to ask when buying a house

Buying a house is an exciting journey, and finding the perfect place to call your own is a rewarding experience.  To ensure you’re making a smart and informed decision, it’s essential to ask the right questions.  Here are 10 key questions to consider when viewing a potential property: Is this home in a natural disaster…
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Six tips for first-time buyers as market turns

First-time buyers emerge With interest rates now retreating after two years of prohibitive mortgage costs, the real estate landscape is starting to open up for first homebuyers. Many first-time buyers put their ambitions on hold as the cost of cash rose after the pandemic, and we also saw a historic spike in property values in…
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Listings and sales rise in response to rate cuts

The real estate scene is on the move thanks to falling interest rates and reduced mortgage costs. Transactions were 7.7% higher in October than for the corresponding period last year, according to the latest Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) figures. The result suggests we can put aside any doubts that homebuyers would not respond to…
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Don’t get cold feet with a winter sales campaign

The idea of selling your home in winter shouldn’t give you the chills. Many factors play to your advantage when you put your property on the market at this time of year. As an experienced agency, we know you’ll enjoy less competition from rival sellers seeking to win buyers’ attention during the winter months. Why…
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New property releases create surprise rent trend

Landlords’ dream run of incremental rental increases appears to have taken a sudden turn, with average rents declining for the first time in three years, according to a Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). Our most expensive cities – Toronto and Vancouver – appear to have suffered the steepest declines. For investors, this may be a…
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How DIY work can impact property value

When it comes to home maintenance, owners tend to overrate their DIY skills, producing work that either doesn’t add value to their property or damages it. If buyers recognise poor work they will often seek a discount to pay for remediation or consider another property with no such issues. These home improvement tips will help…
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