Out and About in Toronto: Mabel’s Fables
By far, one of the very best independent bookstores in the city is Mabel’s Fables, tucked onto the corner of Hillsdale Avenue at 662 Mount Pleasant Road. It’s a magical experience, right out of a fairy tale itself. The store is ruled over by Mabel the Cat, and you almost expect her to speak, the […]
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Selling a Parent’s Home
I’ve been spending all my non-working time the last few weeks getting my Dad’s home ready to sell and I know first hand what a stressful time it is. I’ve waded through decades of saved letters, papers and photos, I’ve scrubbed and cleaned, I’ve painted and drywalled, I’ve finished laying unfinished hardwood and hung new […]
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Decorating For Easter
OH. MY. GOSH!!!! Easter is this weekend! Who moved it?? Okay, I know I wrote last week about how it was on the 5th, but that seemed like ages away. Now it is this weekend! Note to self: Remember to breathe. I was planning on writing an article about spring cleaning but that is going […]
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Getting your Garden Ready for Spring
March break is coming to a close and it’s back to reality. Happily, tomorrow is officially the first day of spring and it shows signs of finally appearing. Easter comes early this year too. The Bunny himself is due on April 5th, so it’s time to start getting your garden ready for him. Here are some tips to […]
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Surviving a bidding war
This month my life is all about bidding wars. Housing sales have soared 11.3% in February from a year ago. In some prime Toronto areas there are few homes even coming to market. Keep Calm and Carry On Don’t let yourself fall in love. Yet. There is only one winner in a bidding war. Remember […]
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Out and About in the Nighbourhood: Bobbette & Belle
Oh my gosh! I have a new favourite place to go in my neighbourhood for tea! Bobbette & Belle opened 4 months ago just north of Lawrence at 3347 Yonge. I went with friends to meet about our kid’s school’s graduation committee. I ordered a beautiful cup of Heavenly Cream tea. Friends had “to die […]
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Romantic (Un)Valentine’s Day Restaurants
So every year my husband and I let Valentine’s day creep up and blast by us. This year with the busy real estate market is no different. We always try to book a last minute restaurant somewhere romantic, and usually, we end up celebrating on the 16th. If, like us, you love to try romantic […]
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How will I EVER afford a house in Toronto?
I just read an article from the Globe and Mail about how Toronto home prices are expected to continue to rise thanks to the falling gas prices. Having saved and rented for years to get into a home of our own I understand how frustrating and ominous that sounds to buyers looking to get out […]
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5 Quick Tips to Get Your Place Ready to Sell
The new year is when people start thinking of selling or buying a new home. If you are considering moving, here is a quick checklist on getting your place picture-perfect and ready to do well in the market. First impressions: The front of your house is key. You can smarten it up if necessary, by […]
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10 Tips for Moving with Kids
Let’s face it. Moving can be tough on kids. Here are some ways to make the transition as stress-free as possible for everyone. 1. Have a Family Meeting Make it special with their favourite dinner and dessert. Tell your kids why you are moving and why you are excited. Stay enthusiastic. Tell them all the […]
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