Unique Furniture That Will Make Your Space Standout
We all want our homes to feel unique. Ideally with a little bit of work our spaces can become a reflection of who we are as well as a warm place to land at the end of a long day. There are many different ways to make your home your own. From unique paint colors, to standout textiles, there is …
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Decluttering Your House for the New Year
With the start of a New Year upon us, many of us have begun tackling a list of resolutions. Perhaps your list includes being more organized or maybe you’ll be primarily focused on your health or career. Regardless of what your resolution is, we all know that an organized living and working space can go a long way towards helping …
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Townhouse, Condo, Freehold? Everything You Need to Know for Your Search
Before you begin the house-hunting process in Guelph, your first (big) decision is to figure out what kind of residence you picture yourself in, will it be a Townhouse, Condo or Freehold. As Guelph continues to grow outwards and upwards, developing homes in every style you could imagine. At every end of the city, we are seeing a surge of …
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4 Tips to take your Living Room from Cold to Cozy
Living rooms are typically a gathering place. We watch movies there. We read books there. We even snuggle with our loved ones there. It might not be the room we use the most in our homes, but when we do, it is quality time. It is also the area we migrate to with guests after dinner. Here are our 4 …
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How to Baby Proof your Home
You may be surprised at how easy it is for babies to get into trouble around the house. It’s difficult to anticipate at what point you should baby-proof your home. Before you know it your child is ready to start rolling over, crawling and eventually walking. That’s why it’s important to take the time to baby-proof when they’re brand new …
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If your Cat Lead the Search for your Next Home …
It’s not crazy to think that maybe you’d approach purchasing your next house with your cats’ interests in mind. After all, dog owners invest in properties with a backyard to accomplish that exact same thing! So what would your cat want in the search for your next home? *Of course we recognize that indoor cats and outdoor cats may have …
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House Fire Prevention Tips
House Fire Prevention month is the perfect time to talk to your family about fire safety. This includes testing your smoke alarms, changing the batters or upgrading to 10-year sealed battery alarm for hassle-free protection, and escape planning. Being prepared is your best defence against a fire in your home. Less than 50% of homeowners have an escape plan. So …
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Home Staging with Refreshed & Refined
“Your home is a story of who you are and a collection of what you love.” If that rings true with you then hearing your real estate agent recommend hiring a home stager probably makes you feel uneasy. However, home staging is business… not personal, and there are many reasons you hire a professional to stage your home. We’re excited …
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Guelph’s Local Cafes are more than just a Cup of Coffee
A good cup of coffee at one of Guelph’s Local Cafes can instantly become your favourite experience once you’ve nestled into your favourite spot, right? Luckily, Guelph is home to a few local cafes that pair fair-trade coffee with a unique and cozy ambiance. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect roast, or a cafe with a cozy corner …
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Don’t make these First Time Homebuyer Mistakes
You’re about to buy your first home and that’s something worth celebrating! Good for you! But before you get caught up in the excitement of buying your first home, set yourself up for success by avoiding these first time homebuyer mistakes: 1. Not understanding how much you can really afford There’s more to the cost of a house than simply …
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