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6 Ways To Prepare Your Home for Fall

Lifestyle

6 Ways To Prepare Your Home for Fall

As summer comes to an end and the temperatures start to cool, it is the perfect time to refresh your living space and tackle your to-do list to prepare your home and property for the harsher weather conditions to come. Here are some of the top things you can do to prepare your home for fall.

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8 Things to do in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lifestyle

8 Things to do in Niagara-on-the-Lake

With a rich history, picturesque ocean views, and a thriving food and drink scene, Niagara-on-the-Lake is beloved among both tourists and locals alike. Here are eight of the best ways to visit this charming town.

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8 Must-Visit Canadian Waterfronts Exempt from the Foreign Buyers’ Ban*

Lifestyle

8 Must-Visit Canadian Waterfronts Exempt from the Foreign Buyers’ Ban*

Canada’s diverse landscapes offer some of the most breathtaking waterfronts in the world, attracting visitors and residents alike.

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Which Garden Features Increase Your Home’s Value?

Lifestyle

Which Garden Features Increase Your Home’s Value?

Curb appeal is among a home’s most important assets, offering the best return on investment for your landscaping dollars. The key to curb appeal is good design, but what works for one residence won’t do for another.

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The Top Canadian Destinations for Golf Lovers

Lifestyle

The Top Canadian Destinations for Golf Lovers

With a diverse terrain of mountain ranges, sprawling valleys, and rugged coastlines, Canada’s picturesque landscapes make for some of the best golf conditions in the world. Here is our round-up of the top Canadian destinations for golf lovers.

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What to Expect When Buying Pre-Construction Condos

Lifestyle

What to Expect When Buying Pre-Construction Condos

Buying a newly built home, otherwise referred to as pre-construction, is an exciting option for those looking for a home with modern amenities and customizable features. However, the process can involve more uncertainty than you’d face buying something already built.

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Serene Ravine: Casa Loma’s Private Luxury Residence

Lifestyle

Serene Ravine: Casa Loma’s Private Luxury Residence

Nestled within the prestigious neighbourhoods of Forest Hill and Casa Loma lies 379 Walmer Road, a residence that seamlessly blends the sophistication of modern design with the unspoiled beauty of nature.

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Top 10 Canadian Cities for Retiring

Lifestyle

Top 10 Canadian Cities for Retiring

In Canada, the key interest rate – which is the rate at which banks are able to borrow money when they are low on reserves funds – is determined by The Bank of Canada. Fluctuations in interest rates have an impact on nearly all aspects of the economy. Here are some of the ways interest rates can shape the real estate market.

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8 Summer Home Maintenance Tasks to Tackle Now

Lifestyle

8 Summer Home Maintenance Tasks to Tackle Now

From coast to coast, these four waterfront homes are buoys for modern-day living, affording a life lived amid scenic surroundings and the soothing sounds of water.

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Consumer Price Index, February 2023

Toronto Real Estate

Consumer Price Index, February 2023

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Canada rose 5.2% YoY in February, showing the largest deceleration in the CPI since April 2020, following a 5.9% increase in January. The YoY deceleration in February 2023 was attributed to the base-year effect, which was due to a steep monthly increase in prices in February 2022 (+1.0%). Excluding food and energy, prices were up 4.8% YoY, while all-items excluding mortgage interest cost rose 4.7%. The CPI increased 0.4% on a monthly basis, with Canadians paying more in mortgage interest costs in February, partially offset by a decline in energy prices. Although inflation has slowed down, prices remain elevated, with an increase of 8.3% compared to 18 months ago.

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Living Large in a Small Space: Maximizing Your Home’s Outdoor Space

Design

Living Large in a Small Space: Maximizing Your Home’s Outdoor Space

A smaller outdoor space doesn’t mean sacrificing when it comes to relaxing. With a few strategic choices, you can create something truly special out of even the smallest yard or deck. Follow these design and décor recommendations to maximize the potential of your home’s outdoor space.

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Design Essentials | Patterns

Architecture

Design Essentials | Patterns

Pattern is more than just a point of interest or an aspect of style: it’s one of the fundamental elements of design. As humans, our eyes are naturally drawn to order and repetition—in a tumultuous world, patterns provide the pleasure of orderliness.

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