Divorce is a painful experience that many people may, unfortunately, have to confront. In addition to any emotional stress felt, divorce may also cause or worsen existing financial problems. In many cases, a divorcing spouse may find that keeping the original home acquired during the marriage may become impossible - either because it is no longer affordable on only one income or because it will be sold and the proceeds divided, per the divorce agreement.

Should you sell the house before or after the divorce? How do you sell a house during a divorce? These are just two of many questions you may be asking yourself, and these tips for selling a house during a divorce may assist you in making good and thoughtful decisions about selling your home and…

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Whether they're designed for vacation getaways or full-time living, waterfront homes have one attribute that most homes cannot duplicate: the undeniable appeal of water views and access to the waterfront lifestyle. This calls for creating an outdoor "oasis" that visually expands living space and adds a new dimension of enjoyment. Looking to elevate your lakefront property to the next level? Keep reading and learn five ways to turn your lake home into a luxurious respite with a luxury waterfront outdoor living space.

Emphasize the View

A water view is a natural focal point. Lake homes are often built to maximize the water view, and a home's landscaping should also take advantage of that vista, whether it's a rocky promontory, a picturesque scene…

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Waterfront homes have traditionally enjoyed popularity among discerning homeowners. Whether a home is at the seashore, has lake frontage, or is situated close to a fishing stream, the proximity of water can be a formula for "the good life."

Homes with water views can also represent a unique financial investment. Waterfront homes traditionally appreciate faster than other real estate types, and because the supply is limited, all waterfront lots hold their value over time.

Waterfront property is uniquely desirable in many areas. Whether a homeowner has waterfront or water view property they wish to build on or buy a lot with an existing house in need of renovation, the planning phase should focus on maximizing the water views and creating a…

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If you’ve just purchased a new home in the GTA, both the fun of looking for a new place and the general stress that coincides with the home buying process is now finally behind you, meaning it’s officially time to start focusing your attention on your upcoming move. 

Simply put, packing isn’t fun, and in many ways, moving from one home to another is often just as stressful as trying to find that perfect new place to call home. But as long as you keep things simple and follow some pretty basic principles when it comes to packing up your belongings, you’ll be all settled into your new place in no time. So to help you get started on the right foot, here are a few tips and tricks we like to follow when facing the daunting task of moving from one place…

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When moving to a new home, there is much to do. Between packing everything, hiring movers, and coordinating everything around the current home’s closing, homeowners have a lot on their plate. However, one thing that they can’t afford to forget is moving notifications. When someone changes addresses, they need to notify a variety of different people in order to ensure that all of their mail is getting to the correct mailbox, and people are coming to the correct home. Here are some of the various notifications all homeowners need to make when moving to a new home.

Canada Post

The very first change of address homeowners need to make is with Canada Post. This can be very easily done online through CanadaPost.ca, and it costs $58.25 to complete for 4…

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Every year, hundreds of thousands of Canadians move. Some may take the suggestions on the MovingWaldo.com site to find the perfect apartment, while others will scour their chosen city for the right home. However and wherever you move, it is a process that often takes a lot of time and effort, which ultimately leads to a lot of stress.

However, your moves aren’t doomed to be stressful and long forever. There are some things you can do to make your move faster and streamlined, while also cutting down a lot of the stress. Keep reading to discover a few things that will help take the stress out of moving to a new home.

Declutter Beforehand

One of the best tips to make your move much easier is to declutter your space beforehand. This makes it much…

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You may be thinking about buying a new construction home, but there are some things you should know before diving in. For example; different processes and laws apply here than with resale homes; make sure to keep reading for an overview of what's important!

Home builders offer a variety of customization levels to choose from. For those who need some help in design or just want the comfort level raised, there is an option for you!

Production Homes: These homes are built by a developer in a set location, using specific floor plans and standard features. Buyers get all the benefits of having a brand-new, move-in-ready home. Unlike other forms of new construction, buyers might not even have to wait for the home to be completed, since they're not…

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