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KITCHENER-WATERLOO, ON (March 5, 2013) –– Residential sales through the Multiple Listing System (MLS®) of the Kitchener-Waterloo Association of REALTORS® (KWAR) were down 10.5 percent compared to this month last year while the year-to-date dollar... [ more ]

 Recently I have been writing about the sale of your home. How to prepare, list and actually get your home sold. Of course whenever a home is sold there must be a buyer so today I am writing about buying a home and the role of a buyer’s agent. Hiring a... [ more ]

  I had a thought this morning and wanted to share it with you. I think that too many homeowners are thinking of their homes primary use is as an investment and not as a home for them and their families. I found this to be quite alarming.  I know that... [ more ]

There are three basic levels of efficiencies of propane or natural gas fuel burning furnaces: high, mid, and conventional. The efficiency of the furnace depends on several factors, including: the type of ignition system, the type and... [ more ]

Today I am posting the third of our series of videos designed to help you sell your home. I will be posting a new video each week, each on full of useful information. Our last video was about helping you prepare your home for sale, today we are going to learn... [ more ]

Log homes were historically used in European and Scandinavian countries but when settlers came to North America, wood was readily available and a log home was the dwelling by necessity.  As settlers continued across the country, the log home became less... [ more ]

What are you doing this Sunday afternoon between 2-4? If you are looking for a fantastic and spacious home for your family you should visit our open house at 284 Mountain Laurel Drive in Kitchener. Offered at $360,000, this home is an excellent value for your... [ more ]

KW HOME SALES MAINTAIN STEADY PACE KITCHENER-WATERLOO, ON (February 5, 2013) –– Residential sales through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS® System) of the Kitchener-Waterloo Association of REALTORS® (KWAR) were down slightly in January compared... [ more ]

 In the basement of most Canadian homes, a large tank of hot water sits waiting for homeowners to turn on a tap.  Most water heaters have storage capacities of between 150-250 litres.  If you estimate that an average shower takes 7 minutes and uses... [ more ]

If you are thinking about saving money on your household water and energy bills and are not sure where to turn, here’s one idea that will help you out. Low Flush Toilets are a good first start. If your bathroom is still sporting a matching pink toilet, sink,... [ more ]

 Did you know that if a homeowner leaves their home vacant for as little as two days, their insurance company can deny some claims that may arise. While some homeowners aren't aware of this requirement, others will rely on neighbours or friends to check their... [ more ]

Helping You List Your Home, Pay Attention To The Details!   Today I am posting the second of our series of videos designed to help you sell your home. I will be posting a new video each week, each on full of useful information. Our last video was about... [ more ]

An Overview Of Kitchener-Waterloo's December Real Estate Statistics. Home sales in Kitchener-Waterloo steady in 2012 By admin •January 4th, 2013 KITCHENER-WATERLOO, ON (January 4, 2013) –– There were a total of 6,212 residential sales... [ more ]

KWAR November Press Release, Look Deeper than the Reported Stats.   Here is the November press release from the Kitchener-Waterloo Association of Realtors. It provides a basic overview of the bulk averages across the entire board area and all price ranges.... [ more ]

  Molds are forms of fungus (mildew, yeast and mushrooms are other forms of fungus) that grow indoors and outdoors. People are exposed to mold spores (i.e. airborne “seeds”) daily in the air they breathe; however, some- times molds grow... [ more ]