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Protect Your Trees From The Emerald Ash Borer

protect trees from emerald ash bore - the right wans

Southern Ontario trees remain in jeopardy form an invasive insect, the Emerald Ash Borer. While Barrie streets are seeming a little more barren lately as the city takes proactive measures against this destructive little beetle, homeowners in the Richmond Hill area should consider Read More

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Should Canadians Invest In American Real Estate?

Should Canadians buy property in America? - The Right Wans

Faced with the promise of another long winter and the low, low prices of houses in the United States right now, purchasing property across the border can be tempting. But should you spend hard earned money on property in the U.S.? Regardless of Read More

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Our 4 Favourite Kitchen Renovations

4 Favourite Kitchen Renovations - The Right Wans

Of the renovations you should make to increase the value of your home, updating the kitchen can get you the most bang for your buck. While it can be tempting to go all out with a kitchen reno, adding expensive fixtures and flashy Read More

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Make A Small Space Seem Bigger

Make A Small Space Seem Big - The Right Wans

Making a small room seem larger is probably one of the most common challenges we come across when staging a home for sale. There are tons of tricks you can try, but the following tips are tried and true, and our go-to tactics Read More

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How To Host An Open House

How To Host An Open House - The Right Wans

When selling your home, every little thing you do counts, and hosting an open house is a great way to get people in the door. Once your house has been cleaned (preferably by a professional) staged, and priced right, you can set up Read More

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City Living Or Countryside? Which Area Is Right For You

Country Vs City - The Right Wans

It may seem a little Green Acres (you know, that Zaza Gabor classic?) but packing up and leaving the city life for the country, and vice versa, can lead to a serious case of culture shock. Do you think you can up and Read More

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5 Things To Look For When Buying A New Home

You’re about to embark on your first major investment, but what do you know about buying a home? The perfect house is more than just the right number of bedrooms and original hardwood floors, because even a beautiful interior can mask major problems Read More

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You Ask, We Answer: How To Pick A Real Estate Agent

Billboards, bench signs, direct-mail flyers and ads – the market place is saturated with real estate agents all vying to be the person who helps you buy or sell your home. But with different market specialties and areas of expertise, not just any Read More

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Quick, Easy Ways To Boost The Resale Value Of Your Home

When you’re thinking about putting your home on the market, there are several things you can do to boost its value. Yes, you can embark on major renovations, but often the little things that will get you more bang for your buck. Landscape Read More

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When’s The Best Time Of Year To Sell Your Home?

A home buyers mantra: location, location, location. For sellers, it should be: timing is everything, as the time of year you list your home can either make or cost you money. When you’re ready to sell, the season can have a lot to Read More

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