UPDATING YOUR HOME BEFORE YOU SELL – A REFRESH IS ALWAYS FUN! Whether you are thinking of selling soon or in a few years, if you haven’t made any changes since you’ve moved in – IT’S TIME! Start small – like maybe the Powder Room on the main floor – look out for sales and purchase the items you will need and then hire a reputable contractor to do the wor...Read More

Relax and grab a cup of coffee, we have a few tips you'll want to know about it you are looking to sell your home in a few months or maybe next year. You’ve been decluttering, giving stuff away, painting, updating, etc.  That’s all fine and dandy by have you thought about the exterior of your home – Will buyers drive-by and not call to book an appointment or will th...Read More

You’ve just found the perfect home and you’ve contacted the real estate agent but they are not returning your call and when they did, you’ve just found out there was an offer on the house already and you lost it. Why did this happen? Because the agent was not a full-time agent. A full time agent will be the one that takes your call faster, which means you will not miss out on you...Read More

You don’t get a 2nd chance to make a great first IMPRESSION.   Most Buyers are looking for a home that is well cared for, bright, clean and inviting!   CHECK LIST FOR A QUICKER SALE: Curb appeal – lawns & yards – remove clutter, cut grass, edge walks, trim hedges, weed gardens (In the winter clear snow, salt/sand walkways) Front and back of house – pa...Read More

YOU ONLY HAVE ONCE CHANCE TO MAKE A GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION! DRIVE WAY -  Is it all cracked and not so black?  Maybe it’s time to think about having it refreshed.  Get a quote – it might be cheaper than you think. If you want to refresh it yourself – google how to do it RIGHT – new sealer will not stick to oil. WHERE IS THE SIDEWALK – When walkways, s...Read More

TO ADD CURB APPEAL TO YOUR HOME – Repaint your front door.  If, however, painting or refinishing your old door isn’t in the cards, you may need to invest in a new one. You’ll find a broad selection of entry doors at lumberyards, home centers and door specialty shops. Many manufacturers allow you to specify the number and types of panels, glass options and colors — but ...Read More

Ottawa Caledonian Pipes and Drums    I'm so proud of my grand daughter who is a member of The Ottawa Caledonian Pipes & Drums (OCal). They are a not-for-profit community-based group who advance and promote the rich Celtic traditions and Scottish Highland Culture in the National Capital Region. We provide a friendly family environment, open to anyone interested in lear...Read More

Selling your vacant home can be a wee bit stressful but with a few touches you can enhance the home. Most people are considerate and law abiding but there are always some that are not.  So, when selling your vacant house there is potential of it being vandalized, damaged or broken into. Vacant Home Selling Tip #1: Tell your neighbours. Let your neighbours know that the house will be vacant ...Read More

There are no perfect home. Houses have cracks whether they are old or new. Houses shift and settle into position after construction. Houses will have cracks in either the look of the finish or  are more serious to the structural components. Most of these cracks have no structural significance.  Types Of Foundation Cracks:  Shrinkage Cracks A newly poured, concrete foundation m...Read More

You don't have to spend a fortune to update your kitchen and give it a fresh look. You can make an impact in no time with these five simple ideas: New hardware: Changing handles and pulls to a more modern and decorative option is one of the easiest updates you can give to your kitchen. It's a quick job and really makes a difference in the entire space. Paint the cabinets: New c...Read More