Everyone is adding colour to their gardens, whether it be perennials that flower in spring or wonderful textured plants such as the grey of lamb's ear or the big bold leaves of a hostas.
Infrared camera new tool in leaky basement battle
May 17, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaWater entering a basement is something most homeowners have to deal with at some point, and with the heavy rains we've had this spring, many may be dealing with this problem.
Lay a solid financial foundation for your renovation
May 9, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaOnce you've made the decision to renovate your home, an important first step is to determine how you will pay for it. Will you use savings, redeem assets or borrow money?
Surf your way to a new home
May 4, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaBuying a home is exciting -- but it can also be challenging. You need the right tools to help you along the way. Many homebuyers use the Internet in their search for a new home. While you're online, [...]
Getting tougher to buy that first home, generation Yers claim
May 1, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaFrom high property prices to tighter lending conditions, young first-time homebuyers today say they face challenges that their parents didn't have to worry about.
Home inspections needed for new homes, too
April 5, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaLeaky basements and structural problems may sound like risks associated with buying an older home, but even new homes can be problematic.
Canada’s Generation Y still planning to buy
March 25, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaAlthough there are genuine hurdles to owning a home for Canadians, a new Royal LePage Real Estate survey shows that Generation Y (born between 1980 and 1994) and Baby Boomers (born between 1947 and [...]
Heating and cooling tips for comfort and saving costs
March 21, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaMany homeowners are concerned with even heat distribution throughout their homes and for a good reason.
Mortgage options at a click of the mouse
February 28, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaIf you're in the market for a new home, or are looking to refinance your current abode, you've likely made a trip to your home bank branch to inquire about mortgage options.
Suburbs appeal to people on the GO
November 30, 2012
By Homes-extra / MicasaMore and more people are looking to make the move away from Toronto for a variety of reasons.
