Staging your home for sale using various holiday decorations in the Town of Georgina can be a rewarding and effective process. The right decor can create a warm and inviting atmosphere, making potential buyers feel right at home. To help you strike that perfect balance, here are a few decor tips to consider: 1. Deck the Halls with Class:  When decorating for the holidays, opt for elegant, neutral, and timeless decor. For example, when decorating for Christmas consider using classic... [read more]

The pandemic has changed many things in our lives, including where we choose to live. Many of us who see working remotely as our future have decided to look farther afield for a place to call home. As long as you stay in Ontario and buy a new build, there’s an extremely good chance your home will come with a mandatory warranty provided by your builder and backed by Tarion, the regulatory agency that administers new home warranties. Here’s a quick breakdown of how... [read more]

Throughout life, you may have moments where you’ll make a large purchase or invest in a costly item, like your family home. But whether you’re in the market for your first new property or already have a mortgage, leaving this asset unprotected can be costly.    Insuring your housing financial debt, as well as debt for other big-ticket items like a new boat for your lakefront cottage or keepsake jewelry like an engagement ring, is a smart investment in your... [read more]

Are you looking to buy – or have you just bought – a resale house or condominium unit that is less than seven years old? If so, there’s a very good chance you still have some warranty coverage. That’s because the standard warranty on new homes in Ontario stays with every home even after it’s sold by the original owner.  Knowing how much coverage you have and how the warranty works will come in handy if you notice any issues. Read on for answers to... [read more]

If you’re looking to enter the real estate market in 2020, start by understanding your rights and responsibilities as a buyer. Catherine Jackson, director of external relations at the Real Estate Council of Ontario, says this is the best way to begin what can be an exciting, but stressful and confusing process. “Each year, we interact with thousands of buyers and sellers and have seen that buyers who go into the process well informed are more likely to have a positive... [read more]