8 Eco-Friendly DIYs Any Homeowner or Renter Can Tackle
By making these small upgrades throughout your home you can drastically reduce your utility bills
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Disability and Chronic Illness Didn’t Stop Tami From Being a Homeowner
A single woman with chronic illness bought her first home by taking advantage of market conditions and staying realistic
How Do You Choose Between a Grey or White Kitchen?
If you love white and grey equally, we totally get it! To help, we made the perfect pros and cons list to help you make the right decision
How Much Does the First Year of Homeownership Cost?
Buying a home is exciting, but you may be surprised at all the expenses you’ll need to pay as a new homeowner
What Is Probate?
If you are unsure whether you need probate, how much probate fees cost, and how probate is accepted, let's look at a complete breakdown of the term
The Best Tiny Houses in Manitoba
Tiny homes come with a cheaper price tag so they are a great option if you are just entering the housing market, or down-sizing from something larger.
14 Steps to Make Sure You Live In a COVID-Free Home
Doctors are now being encouraged to disinfect their footwear, after a new study shows that the novel coronavirus 'can survive on shoes' and transfers to other...
Are Home Energy Audits Worth the Cost?
If you have an older home and find your utility bills keep rising, a home energy audit might be perfect for you
Ask RK: Strategies to Buy and Sell a Home in the Time of COVID-19
A renowned economist recently suggested that the best way to treat COVID-19’s economic impact is to "keep the lights on." Here are six strategies buyers,...
Who Is Eligible for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)?
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) applications will be available on April 6 – but do you qualify? We break down who can apply, what you can do before...
How a Single Mother Bought Two Properties on One Income
How do single women buy homes? Our new monthly series shares the stories of real women who have successfully accomplished that goal
How to Balance Financial Guilt During a Global Pandemic
Should you focus on your own financial stability or help others in need? Experts weigh in
How Will COVID-19 Impact Real Estate?
Zolo analyzed 20 years of sales data, including 5 prior catastrophes, to understand how COVID-19 will impact real estate markets. Based on this analysis,...
Impact of COVID-19 on Greater Toronto’s Housing Market (Infographic)
In the first month of COVID-19, only one of the six major regions in the GTA reported a slight price decline (less than 1%). While the full impact of this...
Every Task a First-Time Homeowner Needs on Their Possession Day Checklist
You've got the keys and you're ready to move in, but there are still a few items to check off your to-do list first
Who Needs a Will and Why?
From the legal terminology used to the reasons why having a will is so essential — we’ve created the perfect guide to knowing when and why you need to...
Life Insurance and Estate Planning in the Age of COVID-19
The purpose of life insurance is to help plan for future, unknowable but potentially devastating events. But life insurance can be tricky to navigate — even...
Is Creating an Online Will Safe?
More than half of Canadians do not have a will in place because it’s costly and inconvenient – but online will platforms are making will-planning both...
What Happens to Your Assets After You Die?
Having a will can ensure that your assets are properly allocated to your loved ones. Without a will, the same cannot be said
What Do Families Fight Over in Estates?
You have a will or you know you need a will so how can you ensure that everyone who is listed to receive an asset will be happy?
Are You Planning a Death Dinner?
How do you know what your loved ones want once they pass away? A death dinner or living funeral might be exactly what you need to get your answers
How Can You Protect Your Digital Assets?
Your financial life is probably worth more than you realize once you account for your digital assets — so, how can you protect these belongings?
COVID-19 FAQ: What Do Canadians Need to Know?
If your job or health has been impacted by COVID-19, you need to know the answers to these frequently asked questions
What Financial Support Is Available Province to Province for Those Impacted by COVID-19?
If you are or will be affected by the coronavirus in the foreseeable future, check to see what your provincial government is doing to help
