Simple Ways to Save Thousands
Avoid Impulsive Spending Stick to your grocery list! Studies show you can save up to 23% on impulse purchases just by writing and sticking to your grocery list. Don’t shop…
Get Your Home Ready for Summer
Spring into action and complete maintenance work this spring, so come summer, you can sit back, relax and enjoy a hot dog on the grill at your perfect barbeque. Use…
Economic Benefits of Being Healthy
We all know cultivating healthy habits has positive benefits: it improves your mood, may prevent disease, boosts energy and may even help you live longer. What you probably don’t realize…
9 biggest mistakes people make when trying to sell their house – according to real estate agents
1. Overpricing the home. 2. Failing to accept that not everyone has the same taste they do. 3. Not paying attention to the market. 4. Not choosing the right agent.…
Protect Your Information From Thieves
4 WAYS THIEVES CAN STEAL YOUR IDENTITY Stealing your mail. If you don’t have a locking mailbox, thieves can swipe your mail directly from the box, especially if it’s located…
Understanding Second Mortgages
What is a second mortgage? A second mortgage is an additional loan taken out on a property that is already mortgaged. For the lender, this is more risky than the…
Mortgage Rates Are Dipping: Is Now A Good Time to Refinance?
By Sean Cooper After mortgage rates had been on the rise for the last year or so, mortgage rates are dipping. Low mortgage rates aren’t just a boon for first-time…
4 Construction Shortcuts Every New Home Buyer Should Watch Out For
by BRITTANY ANAS Looking back, I was an easy-to-please buyer—pretty much the opposite of anyone on “House Hunters.” Case-in-point: My 28-year-old self was impressed that the cheap, very standard mirrors…
Kiawah Island project, Elizabeth Newman decorator, living room from an angle looking toward fire place and french doors
Decorating tips from the pros
As spring approaches, you may look around your home and feel inspired to brainstorm potential design updates as part of your overall spring cleaning. Whether you want a total makeover…
9 Easy Steps to Buying a House
Contact a mortgage professionalReview your credit Get pre-approvedDetermine your budgetDecide on a neighbourhood/type of home you wantFind a Real Estate AgentMake an offerGet a home inspection (optional)Sign paperwork!