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Being a homeowner can be both wonderful and expensive.

You no longer have to waste money on renting someone else’s property. You have the ultimate authority on how it should be personalized to fit your tastes and lifestyle. And, you also bear full responsibility for paying those dreaded monthly utility bills.

Isn’t it amazing how much you can do on your smartphone these days? Who would have thought, even a few years ago, that you’d be able to simultaneously listen to a podcast for work while surfing the web for the best beach vacation destinations and texting in your pizza order for lunch?

Do you remember being a kid in school when everyone was competing to have the latest runners or team cap or the newest technology?

Do you also remember that overbearing bully who mockingly picked on the unpopular kids and stole their prized possessions? Or were you the victim and your stuff was stolen? Remember how you felt? Mad? Hurt? Violated? And how long did it take you to get over it?

You’ve probably seen those television shows or ads for seminars that teach you how to buy a house, repair it, and flip it to earn big money. Through the magic of television, a complete overhaul can be completed (with furniture and all) in 60 minutes or less. While the process looks pretty simple, it’s anything but.

Watching kids read in today’s world full of digital distractions, takes my breath away. I never loved reading up until recent years, when a good read in an enjoyable and undistracted setting became a necessity.

Is red one of your favorite colours? I can understand why—it’s bold, exciting and fun If you ever thought of adding red to your kitchen, but have been afraid to take the leap, I’ve prepared 30 real-life examples that will inspire you to do so.

While many Canadian homeowners are already using this power source to fuel their energy solutions, many have shied away from renewable energy due to a lack of knowledge or misconceptions. Here’s what you need to know:

Have you noticed that the years seem to be going by faster and faster? Are you shocked at just how long you’ve been living in your home? Or how many candles are on your birthday cake? While you may worry that as you age you won’t be able to stay in your home anymore, that you’ll be forced to “downsize” or eventually move into an assisted living facility, you’re not alone.

When you first started house hunting, what was it that made you want to stop and take a look around? Were you motivated by price? Or neighbourhood? Or school district? While those things were probably important to you, the home’s curb appeal was likely the strongest draw.

As the heart of the household and the room that is used the most, your kitchen takes a lot of abuse. Look around the favorite room in your home; can you see wear and tear?