Worried About the Future, Tenants Aim to Buy Building
Posted on Jun 27, 2023
Worried about the future, Hamilton tenants aim to buy landlord’s building
Renters plan to form co-op to preserve affordable rates
Alarm bells went off when the tenants of an old, low-rise apartment block just south of downtown Hamilton heard their home was for sale.
The all-too-familiar pattern of investors scooping up buildings to renovate them and j...
Q & A
Posted on May 13, 2023
Seller Dies Before Closing
Question:
I have done a few Estate sales and understand the probate clause, but what happens if the Seller passes away after the house has been sold but has yet to close? I understand the APS. I am NOT suggesting anyone wants out of the deal! I am hoping the closing date negotiated would still be fulfilled but does the will...
Financial Stress & Debt
Posted on May 09, 2023
Financial Stress & Debt
Inflation and high-interest rates have made financial stability a challenge for many of us, or someone we know, especially when high-interest debt adds to the burden. Our older relatives too – being parents, aunt, uncle, friend – are finding it tough to live a comfortable and enriching life, often on a limited income.
If high...
Staging
Posted on Apr 23, 2023
I Sent a Stager Photos of My Entryway — Here’s What She Said to Toss
As I get ready to list my home for sale, I find myself looking around at all the areas that could possibly send potential buyers running the other way. And while there are only a few genuine areas of concern — our creepy unfinished basement among them — I keep coming back to our (l...
Investing in Real Estate in 2023
Posted on Apr 10, 2023
Investing in Real Estate in 2023
Canada's real estate market has experienced many adjustments in the past year that have left investors hesitant and unsure of their next move. Many have taken a step back from the real estate market due to rising interest rates. However, low demand and increased incentives mean that now is the time that investors sho...
5 Bold New Powder Rooms
Posted on Mar 26, 2023
5 Bold New Powder Rooms
Using bold color and pattern in a powder room is a favorite design tactic for many home professionals. That’s because a lot of homeowners are more open to the idea of creating a small space that surprises guests with a dramatic departure in style from the rest of the home. Here, designers share the details they used to create...
