About Home Inspectors

As of March 31, 2009, B.C. became the first Canadian province requiring home inspectors to be licensed by the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Authority (BPCPA). BPCPA also requires all home inspectors to carry errors and omission insurance, as well as general liability insurance in … Read more

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What is a home inspection?

The purchase of a home is probably the largest single purchase you will ever make. Therefore it is prudent for you to learn as much as possible regarding the condition of the home before you buy to help eliminate costly surprises. What Is A Home … Read more

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Top 10 Renovations for Best Resale Value

Did you know? According to a Royal Bank of Canada survey done in the Fall of 2011 55 per cent of homeowners plan to renovate or make improvements in 2012. Furthermore, a CMHC survey conducted in 2011 shows 52% of owners renovated due to updating/adding … Read more

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4 Home Hazards You May Not Know About

You have smoke detectors. Your doors have good locks. The bathtub has a slip-free pad. By all accounts, your home is a safe and secure place for your family to live. However, there are some hazards that many homeowners don’t consider or even know about. … Read more

Selling your home doesn’t have to be overwhelming

When some people think about selling their home, they imagine all the things they will have to do: paint the kitchen, clean closets, prepare for viewings, find another home, arrange financing, start packing, etc. It can all seem very overwhelming very quickly. In fact, the … Read more

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Using candles safely

Like most home products, candles are safe as long as you use them properly. The problem is thinking that as long as a candle doesn’t fall over or come into contact with anything flammable, it is okay. However, according to the National Candle Association (candles.org) … Read more

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Preparing for a power outage

Some people can live in their homes for years without ever experiencing a power outage. In fact, even in areas prone to serious storms or snowfalls, power loss doesn’t happen that often. No wonder so many homeowners are caught unprepared when it does. To make … Read more

Childproofing tips for your home

If you have young children, or expect a visit from friends or relatives with little ones in tow, it pays to ensure your home is free of hazards. The last thing you want is an injury that could have easily been prevented. Here are some … Read more

The importance of reading and understanding an offer

When you make or receive an offer to buy a property, it’s important that you read and understand every clause. It is especially important to understand any conditions or any changes that are made to the standard offer. An offer may contain several types of … Read more