It’s days like today…wintery and white, when it’s nice to think about greenery.  So let’s chat indoor plants shall we?  Plants look great in a …

OK so the good news is…unless you are buying a property in the $500,000 plus range you should’nt have much to worry about.  But the …

Home reno lovers take note!  The Lowe’s home improvement chain is setting its sites on Rona for a purchase price of  $3.2 billion dollars.  The Montreal-area …

Wow! Washing machines that dry as well, refrigerators that get groceries….check out some of the AMAZING new appliances featured at the Consummer Electronics Show 2016 …

If a trip to the grocery store seems expensive now, just wait till next year! Officials from grocery chains have warned there’s no immediate relief in sight …

A report released last week by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives suggests that one in 10 homeowners under 40 will be underwater on their mortgages — meaning their debts will be …

A new survey from the Bank of Montreal has some shocking statistics.   It concluded that about  one in six Canadians would not be able to …

Newsflash. Yes, wallpaper is back in style  – bigtime. Designers never really stopped using wallpaper to add interest and style to a room, but consumers …

  “Dry-Clean Only.”  the phrase that sometimes is the make or break when we purchase new clothes because it adds so much cost to the …

If you want to sell your home, making a few upgrades can really increase the value. BUT, you must be smart about the choices you …

The latest real estate numbers are out and things continue to look promising for homeowners in the area.   The Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) …

Did you know that different moods and feelings are created simply by the colours of the environment that we are in?   This is important …

The Niagara Association of REALTORS (NAR) reported 895 property sales processed through the Multiple Listing System (MLS) system this past month which means there was a 28.2% …

July is a wonderful month that brings so much life to the garden area!  By doing a little now, you will maximize the beauty of …

A well-maintained fence will last for years and adds a beautiful design element to a home’s exterior. While some people like the appearance of cedar as …

A new survey by Re/Max shows that vacations are on the decline and cottage property purchases on the uprise as  cottage country is becoming the preferred destination …

I love entertaining in the warmer weather because I have so much more room for guests. When having a summer party that is sure to …

Fake grass…hmmm, the worse thing about it to me is how it sounds.  But you know what?  I have a couple of neighbours who have …

How many of you have ever watched a red or brown outdoor cushion gradually turn that ugly shade of pink from sun exposure? As cold …

The Titan arum flower is in bloom at McMaster’s greenhouse in Hamilton and available for viewing during extended hours for anyone who wants to see (and smell) it now!!  It SMELLS LIKE DEATH …

Have you ever considered hiring an interior designer to help decorate your home? Many of us who have tried to spruce up our surroundings have …

OK so your favourite show is HGTV and now you are ready to make the big shift in lifestyle for yourself.  From a renter to …

Housing affordability continues to go down generally according to historic norms in the first part of 2015.  So says the most recent  numbers from Desjardins …

The heat is ON!  That means it is time to think about keeping cool in the hot summer months ahead and if Environment Canada has …

Imagine a suite of smart kitchen appliances that all communicated with each other.  Add to that connectivity to the world through the internet and you …

We all are sick and tired of those pesky weeds popping up at this time of year and chemical killers can be expensive and harsh, …

6 simple, quick & easy DIY gifts for Mom! Also, works for sister, grandma, or as housewarming gift! Who says saying I love you has …

It’s the Bank of Mom and Pops!  A Bank of Montreal report suggests first-time home buyers are increasingly turning to their parents when getting their first …

The weather has been amazing lately and if you haven’t started your outdoor grilling yet, chances are you will be shortly! To start with it …

What is feng shui? Feng shui is an ancient art and science developed over 3,000 years ago in China. It is a complex body of …