When doing a home inspection, it's essential to take note of items that may cause problems in the future. These are known as home inspection musts and are the things you want to pay extra attention to when inspecting a house. Use this guide as your... (Read More)

Did you know that the typical family of four uses about 12,000 gallons of water per month? Leaky faucets and toilets and other water-gobbling problems and habits can add up to hundreds or even thousands of gallons more. The good news? Many common... (Read More)

If you are getting ready to put your home on the market, or if you are considering buying a new one, you want to ensure the home is in top condition. A professional home inspection can identify areas that might not be noticed upon a cursory... (Read More)

Spring will be here before you know it! So, if you are feeling the urge to dive into your spring home maintenance checklist, here are some tips that may help you get your house in tip-top shape. Grounds maintenance A good pressure washing of... (Read More)

If you’re uncertain if you can meet the standards necessary to secure a conventional mortgage loan, a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan might be the right choice for you. It’s a mortgage product backed by the government, which helps... (Read More)

Amid the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, the task of home maintenance might lull in the corners of our minds. But allowing your home's wellness to take centre stage leads to immeasurable rewards - for both you and your family. Because... (Read More)

If you are financing a new home with a lender, most banks or other types of lenders will require you to have homeowners insurance in place before you close on your home. Homeowners insurance protects the lender's interest in case something happens... (Read More)

Congratulations on the purchase of your new home. Being a homeowner is exciting and comes with its own set of responsibilities. Ideally, you won't have to worry about damage to your new home any time soon, but it never hurts to be prepared for... (Read More)

You don’t expect to have problems with a sewer line when you buy a home, but the truth is, not all problems with a home’s systems are visible at first glance. If you are buying a pre-owned home, you need to pay attention to these hidden problems... (Read More)