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Homeowners' spending on renovations falls to 6-year low
6/5/2019 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
Canadian homeowners continue to cut back on home renovation spending in 2019: CIBC Poll
... MoreThese renovations will boost appraisal values the most
4/30/2019 | Posted in Home Sellers by Paul DeAdder
Homeowners wanting to maximize the appraisal value of their home should think about outside space.
... More7/27/2018 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
Canadians spent nearly $78bln on renovations last year, but a slower sales cycle could impact that figure.
... MoreThis one thing is the best boost for property values
6/29/2018 | Posted in Home Sellers by Paul DeAdder
A survey of more than 750 real estate agents across Canada has revealed the top things home sellers can do to maximize the value of their home.
... MoreCanadian homeowners trim spending on home renovations in 2018
6/1/2018 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
Spending drops as much as 25 per cent in some provinces as more homeowners focus on wear and tear.
... MoreMore Canadian homeowners will renovate this year, but spend less to spruce up their space: CIBC Poll
5/30/2017 | Posted in Home Maintenance by Paul DeAdder
With average household debt and housing prices at record highs across Canada, a new poll by CIBC finds that a growing number of Canadian homeowners (48 per cent) are choosing ... More
GTA baby boomers choosing to stay put and renovate
4/2/2017 | Posted in GTA Real Estate by Paul DeAdder
In a market that’s undergoing intensification, home renovations are becoming serious business. Last year more than $72 billion was spent on renovations nationwide, ... More
Should You Worry About Moisture on Windows?
3/9/2017 | Posted in Home Maintenance by Paul DeAdder
You're standing by your window admiring the view. Then you notice it. Moisture has built-up around the edges of the glass. Should you worry?
... More1/20/2017 | Posted in Industry Trends by Paul DeAdder
According to the Interior Design Show, the following will be the top 10 design trends for 2017 inspiring the direction of design for the year to come.
... MorePaint Colors That Make a Room Look Bigger
9/13/2016 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
A room’s size is sometimes a matter of perception, and the paint color on the walls has a lot to with that perception. Some colors can actually make a room appear ... More
Each Canadian household to spend around $13,000 on renovations in 2016: CIBC
6/24/2016 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
Canadian homeowners are projected to spend an average of $13,017 per household on renovations and home improvements this year, according to the latest poll by CIBC.
... MoreScotiabank construction report says Canadians to spend record $53B on renos in 2015
10/29/2015 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
The federal government isn't the only one spending on construction projects of late, as Scotiabank said Wednesday that Canadians will spend a record $53 billion this year ... More
Mike Holmes: September is the perfect month to prepare to fight winter damage
9/9/2015 | Posted in Home Maintenance by Paul DeAdder
As summer draws to an end, start scheduling any work your home's building envelope may require, including roof repairs, re-grading, leaky basements and window ... More
Harper promises to introduce permanent home renovation tax credit if he is re-elected
8/8/2015 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
In the heart of Toronto’s overheated housing market, where the average detached home now sells for more than $1 million, Harper vowed to make life better not for those ... More
These 5 Home Improvements Make It Harder to Sell Your Home
7/30/2015 | Posted in Home Sellers by Paul DeAdder
When you're considering a major home improvement project, consider how it will impact the resale value of your home. Some home improvements are good investments ... More
We're spending more on renovations: Altus Group
7/16/2015 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
Canada’s ageing housing stock together with influence from TV shows has led to more spending on renovations. Figures from the Altus Group show that Canadian households ... More
Canadian homeowners planning to spend $17,000 on renovations this year: poll
5/8/2015 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
According to a poll released by CIBC on Thursday, Canadian homeowners plan to spend an average of $17,142 on renovations this year, with basic maintenance such as painting, ... More
4/13/2015 | Posted in Home Owners by Paul DeAdder
Whether taking on a renovation project of your own, hiring a professional or planning to redecorate this spring, here are some of the most helpful and informative books on the ... More
