Bonnie Bender, Sales Rep / Re/Max Twin City Realty Inc, Brokerage

Here are some ways to use vertical storage to save space and organize your home.

There are lots of events & activities happening in Waterloo Region this month including the Blues Festival in Downtown Kitchener which kicks off on August 8th.

Things to Do in Waterloo Region in August …plus a summer Road Trip idea to Waterloo Region that celebrates the culture and spirit of the Caribbean! by Alex Kinsella | August 2024 Summer

"Canadian economists seem optimistic that the Bank will deliver on a third cut in the near-term."

The BoC Came Through With A Rate Cut. Economists Are Already Anticipating Another The Bank of Canada (BoC) lowered its policy interest rate on Wednesday, bringing it down to 4.5% — a level it hasn't been at since the early days of June 2023. This latest move from the central bank marks the second cut of a cycle that began back in March 2022, and saw rates raised sharply on 10 o...

These free ways of supporting small, local businesses still have a big impact.

These churches have been restored and converted into spectacular homes brimming with character. ⛪

17 Churches Creatively Converted Into Modern Homes We take a look at 17 creative examples of church conversion homes. The converted church home is a trend that continues to grow.

Take a trip back in time this weekend at Kitchener's classic rock celebration, The Wayback Festival! It runs from Friday, July 26th from 7 to 10:30 p.m. & Saturday, July 27th, from 2 to 11 p.m. at Carl Zehr Square in Downtown Kitchener.

Wayback Festival Join us for Kitchener's classic rock celebration and a trip back in time.

From hacking a fan to cooling curtains, these tricks will cool your home without using an air conditioner.

How to Stay Cool Without an Air Conditioner If you don't have an air conditioner, check out these creative ways to stay cool all summer long. Learn how to keep a room cool without AC.

The Bank of Canada has lowered the interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point bringing it to 4.5%.

Easing Does It: Bank Of Canada Lowers Interest Rate By Another 0.25% On the heels of encouraging data releases on the inflation and employment fronts, the Bank of Canada (BoC) has announced a quarter-point cut to its policy interest rate, bringing it down to 4.5% and cementing the fact that we’re firmly in an easing cycle.“With broad price pressures continuing to...

Taking care of basic repairs before you put your home on the market is a smart move.

High Return Home Repairs

Here’s what you need to know about moving expense tax deductions.

Moving? Don’t miss these lucrative tax deductions on your moving expenses - MoneySense You can ease the financial pain of a costly move by deducting those expenses from your employment, self-employment or school award earnings. You can ease the financial pain of a costly move by deducting those expenses from your employment, self-employment or school award earnings at your new locatio...

Some incredible home design makeovers!

Incredible Redecorations: “Before And After Design” What defines your interior style? Is it your love of antiques or your hate for clutter? Your desire for entertainment or your preference for all things bohemian?

Here are 35 of some of the most bizarre buildings out there!

35 Bizarre Buildings You Won’t Believe Actually Exist Do not adjust your screen. You're not hallucinating. These not-photoshopped bizarre buildings have just had one too many. Engineers and architects are becoming bolder and bolder with their designs nowadays, and new levels of creativity show up in their creations.

🏡These simple improvements will boost curb appeal without costing a fortune.

These hacks will maximise your space!

30 Small House Hacks That Will Instantly Maximize And Enlarge Your Space - Architecture & Design Dealing with small spaces can become a true nightmare and destroy your dreams of owning fresh, relaxing cozy spaces you can enjoy with friends and family. We have previously approached the matter in 10 Ingenious Ideas for Small Space Interiors and Top 10 Tiniest Apartments & Their Cleverly Organized...

The Canadian Real Estate Association reported "signs of renewed life" in their June statistics.

'Signs Of Life' In Canadian Housing Market After Rate Cut Despite murmurings from local real estate boards that last month’s interest rate cut was largely inconsequential for housing, the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) is reporting "signs of renewed life" in their June statistics report.“It wasn’t a ‘blow the doors off’ month by any mean...

🏡 📽️ DIY your own outdoor movie theatre with these tips.

14 Cute and Cozy Backyard Movie Night Ideas You'll Want to Try Tonight Use these backyard movie night ideas to make your backyard the place to be. There are lots of ideas here including seating, decorations, and more.

Many events are happening this month in Waterloo Region! This Friday, July 12th, Kitchener's favourite street party "Cruising on King" returns with over 100 vintage cars, local food, drinks and live music!

All the July events: https://explorewaterloo.ca/events/

The next interest rate announcement is scheduled for Wednesday, July 24th.

“More Likely Than Not”: CIBC Sticks To July Interest Rate Cut Prediction As we move closer to the next Bank of Canada (BoC) interest rate announcement, experts with the ‘Big Five’ banks are busy parsing through the latest economic data to give their best bets on rate cuts, or holds, to come. Governing Council has given next to no indication on what their next moves w...

From kitchens to outdoor living spaces, these are the home renovations that have the best return on investment.

These Big Renovations Will Beef Up Your ROI Are you thinking about upgrading your home? Read on for the home renovations with the best return on investment.

These edgy homes have some incredible views!

Living on the Edge, Literally - 4 Modern Cliff Edge Houses Last updated on August 13, 2023 Building houses on cliff edges are nothing new. There are many castles and manors built on rocky coasts and ... Read more

The way you price your home can either make or break your sale.

The Price is Right

Indoor air quality can have a significant impact on your health.

🌮 This Sunday, July 7th is the King Streatery Food Truck Festival! From classic comfort foods to international flavours, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

You'll be supporting a great cause as proceeds from the event benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Region.

📍Kitchener Market
🕙 11AM - 6 PM

King Streatery Food Truck Festival - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Region King Streatery Food Truck Festival is hosted annually in June in Downtown Kitchener. Stay tuned for more information for 2023!

✅ 📉 🏡 Here’s a snapshot of the latest Kitchener-Waterloo real estate stats. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions about buying or selling a home in the K-W area or want more information about a particular neighbourhood.

🐾 🏡 Moving with pets can be challenging - here are some tips to help make the transition smoother for your furry friends.
🐶 Keep to their routine as much as possible.
🐈 Make sure all your pet's ID tags and medical records are up to date with your new address.
🐱 On moving day, keep your pet calm and secure and keep essentials handy in a separate bag.
😸 Pet-proof your home ahead of time and create a designated space with familiar items for them.

A green roof serves several environmental purposes while adding beauty and value to a building.

A Green Roof Could Slash Your Energy Bill in All This Heat Stay cool, add style.

Some summer home maintenance tips to help eliminate annoyances like sticking doors and mosquitoes!

The Most Annoying Things About Summer — And What to Do About Them These summer home maintenance tips will help eliminate annoyances like fruit flies and carpenter ants, so you can enjoy your home and all summer has to offer.