Posts by D M
Home safety tips for holiday travellers
The days immediately following Christmas are common destination days, with people and families opting to ditch the cold for warmer climes. To keep your family and property safe until your return, her are a few tips that can help deter thieves and lurkers from targeting your home.
Read MoreLike a good neighbour
It’s currently snowing in Toronto on Christmas Eve, and we’re about to get inundated with anywhere from 10-20 cm of snow (that’s four to eight inches for our American readers) of the white stuff. Canadian winters can be brutal.
Read MorePrevent porch theft this holiday season
Can you believe there are only four shopping days ’til Christmas? Hopefully, you were ahead of the game this year and crossed items off your list early. Or, like an increasing number of people, you opted to order gifts online and avoid the throngs of last-minute shoppers at the mall.
Read MoreHot ticket: Toronto Christmas Market
Have you had a chance to check out the Toronto Christmas Market yet? Aside from the Santa Claus Parade, it’s probably one of the city’s quintessential holiday attractions.
Read MorePractice safe lighting this season
The mesmerizing twinkle of lights is one of the hallmarks of the holidays. To ensure the magic doesn’t turn tragic, here are 10 lighting safety rules to keep in mind this season:
Read MoreGet ready to winterize
With Thanksgiving in the books and winter on the way, it’s time to get your home ready for…winterizing! Here are some things you need to pay attention to now to avoid costly damage later.
Read MoreKeep your home critter free
There’s no doubt that summer is the big season for bugs, but what happens when temperatures drop and we start to bundle up and seek the warmth of indoors? We hate to gross you out, but some rodents and bugs have the same desire for protection against the cold
Read MoreHow to Choose a Listing Agent
When you decide to sell your home, you want it to sell quickly and for as much as possible. Choosing the right listing agent is one of the most important steps you can take to sell your home quickly. A great agent is going to work hard to promote your property and will make sure…
Read MoreStop condensation from ruining your home
Ah, winterfall: that cold-yet-humid time of year that’s perfect for snow outside, and window condensation inside. A problem in many homes (especially older builds), this type of moisture build-up can lead to mold, woodrot, and can cause other issues within the home as well. To prevent condensation, you have to control the humidity and moisture…
Read MorePrepping your home for a winter sale
Did you know that the techniques and tricks used to stage your home and entice buyers differ in the fall/winter vs. Spring/summer? Here are five simple tips you can use to get your home market-ready this season.
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