How to Stage Your Home Like a Pro

1. Clean house Make sure your home is spotless! Get rid of odours – a huge turnoff for prospective buyers – by opening windows, washing floors and walls and cleaning your rugs and upholstery. Next, de-clutter your space. A jam-packed house not only makes the house look cluttered, but it also makes the house look smaller. When you are selling, …

Activities for the Weekend of October 19, 20

Camper Halloween Weekend Friday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20Bronte Creek Provincial Park | 1219 Burloak Drive | OakvilleCelebrate Halloween at Bronte Creek Provincial Park this year at their Camper Halloween Weekend! Campfire Friday Night – come out to learn the history and traditions of All Hallows Eve “Halloween”  and enjoy stories, games music and more —- Open to campers …

Corn Mazes in the 905 Area

Navigating a corn maze can be a fun and memorable experience to share with family and friends. Most of the farms also have a variety of other great activities, so you can enjoy the entire day choosing the perfect pumpkin, indulging in fresh farm goods, snuggling with bunnies, and so much more! Hanes Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch 1001 Hwy …

Toronto Will Need to Double Rental Supply to Meet Future Demand

A new report from RBC Economics focuses on the rental housing deficit, which is set to intensify in the coming years, especially in Toronto and Vancouver. The report says that the supply of new rental homes will need to pick up the pace to meet future demand; in Toronto, the pace must double. In the meantime, lack of supply is …

Houseplants 101

Live plants can do wonders for you and your home. Indoor plants are not only decorative, but they also help clean the environment and air around them. From succulents to blooming houseplants, learn everything you need to know to have your plants thriving in your home. Incorporate Live Plants Into Your Home Succulents:These low maintenance plants are the perfect starter …

The Best Pumpkin Patches in the 905 Area

Its fall, and time to take the family on a trip to the pumpkin patch to find that perfect pumpkin! Crisp fall air, farm-fresh produce, hayrides, and freshly baked treats are a fantastic way to spend a day. Here is our list of pumpkin patches here in the 905. Hutchinson’s Farm 6202 Walkers Line | BurlingtonWeekdays: 9:00 am – 6:00 …

Pick Your Own Apples

There are lots of pick-your-own apple orchards throughout the 905 area. Here is our apple guide with all the details you will need to find an orchard near you. Happy apple picking! Applevale Orchards 5144 Derry Road | Burlington | 905-988-1753 Monday – Sunday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Homegrown apples, pears and apple cider. You can pick your …

The Weekend of September 28, 29

Looking for a fall fair or festival nearby? Here are a few happening this weekend in the 905 area. Caledonia Fair Thursday, September 26 | 4:00 pm – 10:00 pmFriday, September 27 | 10:00 am – 10:00 pmSaturday, September 28 | 9:00 am – 10:00 pmSunday, September 29 | 10:30 am – 6:00 pmCaledonia Fairgrounds | 151 Caithness Street East …

10 Reasons Why You Need a Home Inspection

After your offer to buy a home enters into a contract, the buyer may be tempted to skip the home inspection and its $500 to $600 cost. There are ten good reasons why you should get one. 1. It Provides an “Out” A quality home inspection can reveal critical information about the condition of a home and its systems. The home inspection …