Is It Legal? Secondary Suites & Basement Apartments
By MICHAEL SCHMIDT of HomeMaster, Home Inspections www.housemaster.com One of the most frequent questions I get in my work as a home inspector is whether particular secondary suites—including basements and in-law apartments—are legal. Toronto …
When you’re shopping for your next home, Think Neighbourhood First
When we do a buyer consult, we often ask our clients to make a list of needs and wants. It’s helps narrow down the search and really hone in to what is most important. The typical response we get is: 3 bedrooms, …
How Much is Your Home Worth?
Your friends, neighbours, the media and just about everyone else, will give you their opinion on what your home is worth. But who is right? Here are some things to consider when determining a price and fair market value for your home. …
6 Ways to Get Rid of that Toxic New Home Smell
From the blog of Emma Rohmann, Green At Home Congratulations! You’re about to (or maybe already have) moved into a brand new or newly renovated home. Surviving a construction project is no small feat and now you’re ready to make your new …
Hearth Smarts for the Cold Winter Season
Wood-burning fireplaces: the risks, realities – and what every home buyer should know. By Lisa Simkins, Superior Home Inspectors. So, you’ve found the perfect home with a wood-burning fireplace in a central room – and you just love it. It’s a great …
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