Home Maintenance

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Renovations

How much are solar panels in Canada?

Many eco-minded home owners want to harness the power of the sun. We’ll help you weigh the costs and...

How much are solar panels in Canada?

Qualified Advice

Renting vs. owning: Can you be financially secure without buying a home?

Renting vs. owning: Can you be financially secure without buying a home?
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Save

How Canadians can save money on gas, grocery, cellphone and other home bills

Cut costs, not corners. With inflation making it harder to balance the family budget, here are easy ways to...

How Canadians can save money on gas, grocery, cellphone and other home bills
A newly renovated basement that remains empty, except for an office chair and computer monitor

Real Estate

How to know if a secondary suite or basement apartment is legal—and a worthwhile investment

The potential to earn rental income sounds great, but unauthorized second units come with financial and other risks.

How to know if a secondary suite or basement apartment is legal—and a worthwhile investment

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Home & Décor

Furnace plans: A lot of hot air

Here's why you're better off keeping your $10 per month

Furnace plans: A lot of hot air

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5 tips for getting rid of vermin

It takes work, but you can rid your house of vermin

5 tips for getting rid of vermin

Buying

5 things your home inspector isn’t telling you

It's a largely unregulated industry which means there are no guarantees.

5 things your home inspector isn’t telling you

Home & Décor

Reduce your hydro bill

How to set a programmable thermostat to save you 5% on your next bill and other money-saving tips.

Reduce your hydro bill

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Watered down home insurance policies

Water damage isn't always covered by your home insurance policy. Surprised? Most people are.

Watered down home insurance policies

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