Tuesday, February 24, 2015 @ 6:00 PM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
Most people who have the means and desire to rent out a portion of their home or a second property have thought long and hard about the ramifications of becoming a landlord. It's a big decision. An issue that may not be immediately obvious to consider is the impact that
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: real estate,landlord,taxes,renter,home
Thursday, February 19, 2015 @ 9:42 PM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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If you're planning on tackling some major home improvements this year, it's a good idea to do some research first. If increasing your property value and eventually getting a high return on your investment (ROI) is important to you, steer clear of projects that don't have universal appeal and aim
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: home improvement,ROI,renovation,flooring,bathrooms,kitchen
Thursday, February 12, 2015 @ 7:12 AM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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Carpeting often gets a bad rap. Common complaints include cleaning, texture surface retention, rippling, fading, allergy aggravation and odour. It turns out most can be prevented with proper care and installation. There are many benefits to a carpeted room. Curling up in front of a crackling fire isn't quite as
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: carpet,misconceptions,cleaning,allergies,sound barrier
Friday, February 6, 2015 @ 2:28 PM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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Planning a basement remodel? One of the most important decisions you'll need to make is which flooring is right. Deciding depends on your family's needs, your space and your budget. As much as we all love solid hardwood, the basement is one place where you do not want to spend
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: basement remodel,flooring,laminate,hardwood,ceramic,vinyl,moisture
Monday, January 26, 2015 @ 11:08 AM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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Marsala is a fortified wine, similar to port or sherry, that hails from the Italian city of Marsala. It is this rich, earthy wine that lends its name to the equally rich and earthy colour of the year - marsala! We have already started to see marsala shades in handbags,
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Category: Home & Decor
Tags: marsala,paint,home decor,trendy,bold
Monday, January 19, 2015 @ 9:55 PM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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Holding an open house is a great way to increase exposure of your property to potential buyers, but there always is the unfortunate reality that thefts can occur. So, what can you do to protect yourself? The first step is to create an action plan with your registered broker or
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: real estate,open house,privacy,protection,safe
Wednesday, January 14, 2015 @ 11:40 AM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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The start of a new year is a great time for resolutions. For this year’s resolution, why not make some promises to yourself about your home? Make a list of your top home priorities and enjoy that feeling of satisfaction when they’re done. These five tips to help get you
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: home improvements,CFLs,LEDs,smoke detector,insurance rates
Thursday, January 8, 2015 @ 4:08 PM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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It’s winter again and snow accumulation can also mean higher risk of basement flooding during those unexpected thaws and, eventually, spring. What can you do to minimize your risk? If you have two feet or more of snow accumulation on your roof, consider hiring a professional to rake the snow
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: home,roof,maintenance,sump pump,eavestrough,foundation
Wednesday, December 24, 2014 @ 10:22 AM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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It's a bit challenging to think "spring" when the snow is swirling and the icicles are forming, but if have plans to list your home in 2015 during real estate's spring season, it's a smart idea to begin preparations now. Though it may seem a bit premature, the goal is
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: real estate,spring sale,selling,buying,preparations
Tuesday, December 9, 2014 @ 11:21 AM
Posted By: Joseph Giovinazzo
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Whether you have lived in your home for decades or are still unpacking boxes, maintaining a safe household is very important. Every year we hear stories of people injuring themselves in their own homes and, in most cases, these accidents are preventable. So, while the cold weather is here and
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: home,safety,accidents,non-slip,locks,fireplace
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