will I get my money back? I know many people wonder whether they will ever recoup money put in to get a house ready to sell.  As a homeowner who’s spent over $75,000 doing just that I wondered too. As a Realtor, Stager, and Interior Decorator I am very careful about ensuring that any money I spend on renovations is worth spending.   In the case of renovation we spent our budget on updating the envelope of the house; the windows, painting walls,... [read more]

Everyone knows that kitchens and bathrooms sell homes. Is your kitchen up to date or is a kitchen renovation project something you would consider before putting your home on the market? What does the Appraisal Institute say? A recent report from the Appraisal Institute of Canada state that the top five renovations that provide the highest return on investment are the following: Kitchen – renovation or update with quality of materials and workmanship consistent with the... [read more]