We're all obsessed with having the latest iPhone, the shiniest computer, and the car with the most apps. However, when it comes to our home tech, we seem to overlook the ways a sprinkling of technology could drastically change our morning (and evening) routine. Whether you are moving into a new space, are looking for [...]
First and foremost, the trick to successful hosting is simply staying organized. Here are a few things you can do to make sure your holiday soiree goes off without a hitch, and that you hold on to your sanity this year! Prepare in Advance. Don’t try to do everything in one day. Consider what you’ll [...]
People often underestimate the impact of a well-furnished room. You can take a dingy and dismal space and make it look new with just a fresh coat of paint and some stylish contemporary furniture. It’s easy to dismiss the idea of renting or buying new furniture or hiring someone to stage your home due to [...]
The air is getting icier and that first snowfall is imminent, have you prepared your home for winter? We’ve been told to brace ourselves for a “classic Canadian winter” this year, which basically means we can expect tons of snow, icy temperatures and probably a whole lot of indoor activities. As Canadians, winter is a [...]
In case you missed it, The Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) welcomed Michael Beard as its new CEO this week. Beard replaces former CEO Kate Murray, who came on board in 2014 following a 26-year career in Ontario public service. Kate brought a valuable set of skills to the table with her significant experience [...]
Whether you’re moving into your first apartment or just a single adult living in an increasingly expensive metropolitan city like Toronto, a shoebox studio or very small apartment is pretty much the norm. Small space living is the way of the future. (Just look at the latest real estate stats (condo sales are up [...]
It is almost HALLOWEEN! Witch, see what I did there, means it's time to break out those Halloween decorations, however instead of using those plastic cobwebs and fuzzy giants spiders, here are some decor options your neighbors would have never seen before! polkadotchair.com Floating witch hat lights Floating witch hats is an affordable decoration that [...]
Have you ever wondered how home makeover shows find homes to fix-up? Or did you know that you could rent your house for commercials, movies, and TV shows? Here’s the 411 on how to have your home considered for the next casting call! HGTV.com Networks such as HGTV are constantly seeking homes to [...]
