Blog by Kevin Martin
< Previous
Now Is An Excellent Time to Buy A Home!
September 30th, 2011The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) reported that there were more balanced local markets in August than at any other time on record. With the Bank of Canada holding interests rates at the lowest levels on record, buyers are no longer caught up in bidding wars. These indicators all point to an excellent opportunity for buyers to purchase real estate at great prices. If you a not in ...
Real Estate prices have leveled off
September 15th, 2011With about 70% growth in properties in St. John's Metro over the last 8 years prices have finally leveled off. The global economy has cooled down keeping interest rates very low. Don't look at this as a bad thing. Warren Buffett purchased GE when the market sank a few years ago. Always buy in a cool market not a got market! Now is the RIGHT TIME to buy real estate. There are lots to choose ...
10 Tips for a Sustainable Landscape!
August 25th, 2011
Check out these great tips from HGTV.ca!
10 Tips for a Sustainable Landscape
By: Veronica Sliva
Sustainable landscaping is about improving or working with the environment to create a landscape that is in balance with the local climate. It requires minimal additional resources such as fertilizer, pesticides and water. A short-term goal could include using a compost bin. A long-term goa ...
Fighting Mold - Homeowners Guide
August 18th, 2011
Check out these helpful tips from CMHC on how to fight mold around your home!
Fighting Mold — The Homeowners' Guide
Understanding mold
- Mold can be harmful or helpful — depending on where it grows.
- Mold needs moisture to grow.
- Mold does not grow on dry materials.
- Mold growing inside a home can affect the occupants.
- Occupants can learn to recognize mold.
Molds are microscopic fu ...
Small Kitchen Solutions
August 2nd, 2011
Check out these useful tips from HGTV.ca!
![<![CDATA[Small Kitchen Solutions]]>](http://www.hgtv.ca/images/hg_c2958_M2.jpg)
A small, cluttered kitchen can be a dark place indeed – but it doesn't have to be! Turn your tiny kitchen into the domestic haven it was meant to be with these small space solutions.
Think Vertically
When you're dealing with a limited amount of space, you must make the most of the space you do hav ...
Small Kitchen Solutions
By: Marissa Ponikowski
A small, cluttered kitchen can be a dark place indeed – but it doesn't have to be! Turn your tiny kitchen into the domestic haven it was meant to be with these small space solutions.
Think Vertically
When you're dealing with a limited amount of space, you must make the most of the space you do hav ...
Home Renovation Tips!
July 27th, 2011
Check out these tips on renovations that have the highest return on investment!
There are two main reasons why people choose to renovate their home: to improve their quality of living while they reside in the home and to increase the value of the property so that they can make more money when it comes time to sell. The ideal circumstance is to ...
Bank of Canada Holds Key Rate at 1%
July 20th, 2011Signals rate hike may be on the horizon
The Bank of Canada held its trend-setting Bank Rate at 1.25 per cent on June 19th, 2011. This marks the seventh consecutive policy decision in which interest rates have been kept on hold.
The Bank has been warning for some time that interest rates will ultimately have to rise, but hinted more strongly in this most ...
How to Update your Hardwood Floors
July 19th, 2011
Check out these great tips from HGTV.ca!
![<![CDATA[How to Update Your Hardwood Floors]]>](http://www.hgtv.ca/images/hg_c3293_M2.jpg)
Can’t decide whether a patch-up paint job or full-on replacement is called for? We’ve got you covered.
The Replacements: If you’re thinking about refinishing, check first to see how much wood you have to work with. You’ll need more than an 1/8-inch of wood above the tongue-and-groove to refi ...
How to Update Your Hardwood Floors
By: Paula Margulis
Can’t decide whether a patch-up paint job or full-on replacement is called for? We’ve got you covered.
The Replacements: If you’re thinking about refinishing, check first to see how much wood you have to work with. You’ll need more than an 1/8-inch of wood above the tongue-and-groove to refi ...
How to Paint Your Fireplace
July 13th, 2011
Check out these tips on how to paint your fireplace from HGTV Canada!
![<![CDATA[How To Paint Your Fireplace]]>](http://www.hgtv.ca/images/hg_c3294_M2.jpg)
Thinking about updating your living room, maybe modernizing your fireplace? Painting your fireplace is definitely a high-impact way for homeowners to freshen up their living space, but DIYers beware: This is not your average paint job. Here are some things to keep in min ...
How To Paint Your Fireplace
By: Paula Margulis
Thinking about updating your living room, maybe modernizing your fireplace? Painting your fireplace is definitely a high-impact way for homeowners to freshen up their living space, but DIYers beware: This is not your average paint job. Here are some things to keep in min ...