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09/23/2026

🍂 Getting your home ready for fall?
There are a few indoor maintenance jobs worth checking off before the colder weather arrives, from testing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to checking your HVAC system, windows, basement and attic for potential issues.

It's important to maintain your home from the outside in. Here is Mike Holmes' indoor fall house maintenance checklist ahead of the winter.

09/22/2026

🏡 Before listing your home, take a moment to look at it from across the street.

It’s easy to stop noticing the little things when you see your home every day. A quick look from the buyer’s perspective might reveal an overgrown area, a tired-looking planter, a cluttered porch or something else that could use a little attention.

09/20/2026

Functionality wasn’t top of mind here!

A compilation of some of the world's most horrible stairwells and staircase designs that require all users to proceed cautiously!

09/19/2026

Selling your home is already a big job, and having pets can add another layer to the process! 🐾🏡 Here are a few simple tips to help make showings a little easier.

Also, if possible, arrange for your pets to be out of the home during showings. This can help minimize distractions, make buyers feel more comfortable, and allow them to focus on seeing your home at its best.

09/18/2026

💡 Take a minute to check your electrical panel.

Are the breakers clearly labelled so you know which areas or appliances they control? If not, updating the labels can save some guesswork later.

Once everything is clearly marked, snap a photo and keep it on your phone for easy reference. And make sure other family members know where the panel is too!

09/17/2026

🚗For buyers, a garage can mean valuable storage space, a place for tools and equipment, or simply room to keep things organized.

Before listing, take a look at what’s taking up space and see what you can clear out. A tidy, accessible garage can help buyers appreciate everything the space has to offer.

09/16/2026

🏡The Canadian housing market is still working through a period of softer sales and prices, particularly in Ontario and B.C. At the same time, there are some signs that a gradual recovery could be on the horizon, with RBC forecasting stronger sales in 2027.

Here’s a look at where things stand and what could be ahead.

“The general tone of Canada’s market will still be soft with our resales projections far below levels before the pandemic and home values just a smidgeon above the cyclical low,” said RBC.

09/15/2026

📦 Storage is easy to overlook when you're focused on the kitchen, bathrooms and overall look of a home.
Open the closets, cupboards and bathroom vanities. Have a look at where you'd actually put the things you use every day. A home can look spacious during a showing, but it's worth making sure there's enough usable storage for real life.

09/14/2026

09/13/2026

☕Some creative uses for used coffee grounds!

There are lots of inventive uses for old coffee grounds, including candle-making, bug prevention and de-icing roads.