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Make the most of your private, ground floor studio at Bloom Towns Phase II with these bonus room ideas

buzzhomeblog May 8, 2019

With two separate entrances, a full bathroom and kitchenette, these self-contained flex rooms are designed for myriad uses.
Average Vancouver home prices could lose $100,000 from 2018 peak

Josh Sherman May 6, 2019

The housing recession that is sweeping across the Vancouver area will leave home prices 12 percent below the peak achieved last June, an economist predicts.
The future of real estate is female: Why more single women are jumping into homeownership solo

Jenny Morris May 6, 2019

Women are purchasing homes in record numbers — and they don’t need anyone to “put a ring on it” to make it happen.
13 affordable upgrades that will drastically improve your rental kitchen

Kelsey Pudloski May 5, 2019

Landlords make some questionable design decisions. Let’s remedy that!
WTF are interest rates? A first-time homebuyer’s guide

Jenny Morris May 2, 2019

With the help of Toronto-based mortgage agent Lisa Okun, we’re breaking down WTF interest rates actually are.
Millennials and migrants are behind surging demand for new Canadian condos

Josh Sherman May 1, 2019

Investment in homebuilding remains strong in Canada on the shoulders of continued demand for condos as a few key demographic groups all try to climb onto the property ladder, new analysis suggests.
How to battle burnout when you’re saving for a downpayment

Jenny Morris April 29, 2019

Feeling burnt out? A personal finance pro shares her sustainable approach to saving.
15 colorful and creative DIY paint projects you need to try

Kelsey Pudloski April 28, 2019

A colorful home is a happy home!
8 tips for dealing with jealousy when your friends are buying houses (and you aren’t!)

Jenny Morris April 25, 2019

Suffering from house-envy? A financial planner and psychotherapist share eight tips for keeping the green-eyed monster at bay.
Canada’s central bank is giving up on interest rate hikes this year

Josh Sherman April 25, 2019

The Bank of Canada won’t be hiking its policy rate any time soon, says one economist — and that should be welcome news for mortgage borrowers with variable rates.
4 lessons on creating luxury interiors for less from TV design judge Genevieve Gorder

Kelsey Pudloski April 24, 2019

Genevieve Gorder has been gracing our television screens and schooling us in the art of approachable design since TLC’s Trading Spaces first premiered in 2000.
A first-time homebuyer’s guide to CMHC insurance

Jenny Morris April 24, 2019

Putting less than 20 percent down? Here’s everything you need to know about mortgage default insurance.
Inventory homes are now available at Trillium Forest Towns in Wasaga Beach

buzzhomeblog April 23, 2019

The homes at Trillium Forest Towns include two-car bungalow and two-storey townhome designs with spacious floorplans and upgraded finishes throughout.
First-time buyers: Deciding on a Toronto house vs. condo

buzzhomeblog April 22, 2019

You’ve worked hard to save money and you’re finally ready to pull the trigger on buying your first home. There are many things to factor into the equation, from lifestyle to financials.
9 outdoor lighting ideas to brighten up your backyard

Kelsey Pudloski April 21, 2019

Summer 2019 is gonna be lit.
Canadians are turning to riskier lenders because of the mortgage stress test

Josh Sherman April 20, 2019

Some Canadians who aren’t qualifying for mortgages at Canada’s big banks because of tougher mortgage rules aren’t taking no for an answer; they’re turning to less-regulated lenders, and that should trigger a response from policymakers.