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Seniors downsize for many reasons and part of the process is dealing with minimizing your volume of possessions. Clutter can present hazards like tripping and falls. Keeping your home clutter free is being proactive against accidents in your senior years. Don’t wait until you are challenged with a crisis or health issues to declutter your…

People sell their home for several reasons. Sometimes its because of a relocation, a downsize or an upsize depending on housing needs. Sellers remorse is that sick feeling you might have when you believe you’ve made a mistake when selling your home. It’s not uncommon for a seller to experience some remorse when walking out…

Have you been dreaming about downsizing into a rightsized home but first, you must sell your current home? A rightsized home for you may mean a home with fewer bedrooms or less yard to maintain. But first, there are a few things you need to know to get your home in the best possible condition….

Our homes are supposed to provide a place of rest and renewal away from the world and all its dangers and stresses. Unfortunately, hazards exist in our homes that can make us sick. It is especially important to your health to identify any problems in the home and fix them. If your symptoms appear to…

Asbestos is mined around the world and developed into a wide range of products. Asbestos is a natural silicate mineral that has great insulating properties. It consists of millions of fibres that are bound together to make lightweight materials, and are almost indestructible. Asbestos was used in home construction materials from early 1930 to the…

When buying a home you want to ensure that it is structurally sound and bug-free. A home inspection can tell you the condition of a home but not necessarily uncover a pest issue. A home inspection examines the construction and systems, heating, plumbing, and electrical. Here are ways you can keep your new home pest-free…