As you are probably spending more time at home right now you are probably also spending more time in the kitchen. For many Waterloo region homeowners this may highlight some of its functional drawbacks and design and decor flaws they have simply been too busy to notice before. The problem is that big kitchen renovations […]
Things are starting to warm up and spring is hopefully just around the corner now. But as the sun returns and the first flowers begin to pop out the chances are that you’ll begin to notice things about your home that changed – and were maybe neglected – during the winter months that need attending […]
Home staging is often grumbled about by homeowners as it strips their home of personality for the sake of a generic look. However, to this we have to say, “What’s wrong with generics if that’s what sells your home?” And while you cannot – and should not – strip your home for sale of everything […]
If you are putting your Waterloo Region home on the market for sale it is of course very important that you are able to present it in its best possible light. However, investing a great deal of money in a property they intend to leave soon is not something that most home sellers want to […]
It’s becoming more and more common, especially for Millennials, to skip the smaller starter home and upgrade right from a smaller rental apartment to a much larger home. Most of these new homeowners find that when they do purchase a home and up size from that little apartment the opportunities abound. They now have plenty […]
NERDS are common problems in homes all over the world and there are some terrible cases here in the Waterloo Region. In fact some experts we have spoken to have suggested that maybe 1 in every 4 households in our area is being affected by a NERD as we speak. They affect young couples, singletons […]
Wondering what’s hot and what’s not for interior design for the soon to arrive New Year, which also happens to be a new decade? Whether you’re hoping to create a buyer-friendly look as you prep your Waterloo Region home for sale or simply want to stay on trend, these finishes and design trends will help […]
The end of Daylight Savings Time is upon us, and that’s not only a sign that winter really is coming but also a little depressing as everything seems to get so dark so suddenly. And often that include certain spaces in your home. Dark corners are not the best look in a home at any […]
It’s time to face facts, the summer’s over and that nip in the air signals that winter is not too far off here in the Waterloo Region. No doubt as soon as the temperatures really begin to fall you will be cranking up the heat at home. However, if yours is like many homes, you […]
DIY home renovation is something thousands of people devote weekend after weekend to and there is something to be said for the satisfaction that comes from seeing a transformation that you effected yourself. DIY jobs are particularly popular with those intending to sell their Waterloo Region home. After all, who really wants to invest too […]
A fireplace has long been an item that is often found on many a home buyer’s wishlist, ranking right up there in popularity with hardwood floors and granite countertops. These buyers are usually only expecting to see a fireplace in the living room though; ready to serve as the centre of the heart of their […]
There are a lot of things to love about the autumn. The crisp air, the chance to get outdoors for a few hours for perhaps the last few times of the year and of course, Halloween. But the real appeal of autumn for most people is that short period of time when the leaves change […]
When it comes to commissioning home improvements, the primary purpose of the undertaking is to improve the current owner’s enjoyment of their home. Many homeowners also believe that they will be increasing at least the perceived value of their home as well. And in some instances they are correct. Kitchen and bathroom remodels usually top […]
If you have shopped for a home in recent years you will probably have noticed that certain home features always seem to be played up as selling points in the listings. Hardwood floors. Wood burning fireplaces. And more and more often these days, granite kitchen countertops. Granite kitchen countertops really are the ‘hot’ countertop material […]
Converting your unused attic space into an area of your Waterloo Region home that is both functional and attractive can be a great way to add to both its perceived value and the enjoyment you and your family get from living in it. There are a number of ways to make the most of an attic […]