Are you tired of maintaining your old and polluting oil-fired heating system? Although the price of oil has been quite low recently, we don’t know what the future holds. Not to mention the smell of oil, the risk of spills and its environmental effects… If you feel that replacing your old system with an electrical […]
You buy a house and sell it a few days, months or years later. Should you include the profit in your income? Would it be considered as business income or a capital gain? As is almost always the case in taxation, the answers to these questions depend on several factors. The key is your intention […]
If you’re selling a property, it’s only natural that you want to promote it. But be careful, as it is illegal for consumers to sell a home in exchange for a reward. In fact, in Québec, the Real Estate Brokerage Act is clear. Anyone who acts as an intermediary between a buyer and a seller […]
Sooner or later, all properties benefit from being renovated: either because changes are necessary or because we want to make our lives more convenient or more comfortable. Or perhaps we want to appeal to potential buyers. In this particular case, some renovations are significantly more profitable than others. A varying return on your investment According […]
Even though tiles are still a popular choice for bathroom floors, there are now several other options available, including parquet, vinyl, porcelain, concrete, as well as pebbles that can create a stylish, warm, natural or zen effect. Available in a variety of patterns and colours, today’s flooring options are not afraid of humidity, are not […]
By using the federal government’s Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP), you can turn your dream into a reality sooner rather than later by withdrawing a maximum of $25,000, tax free, from your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). To participate in the Home Buyers’ Plan, you must meet the program’s eligibility criteria and the RRSP withdrawal conditions. […]
When it’s cold and dark outside, how cozy it is to snuggle in front of a crackling wood stove or fireplace. A combination of comfort, design and performance, they come in all styles and are found in contemporary to traditional to country homes. Here is a quick overview to inspire us! This XXL fireplace has […]
Ah, the comfort of a heated floor! But how much does this cozy little luxury for our toes cost in the end? Popular for some time now in bathrooms and kitchens to avoid the shock of walking on cold ceramic tiles, heated floors are now being installed throughout new homes, especially in family rooms and […]
More and more people are choosing to live in a healthy and environmentally friendly home. This is no longer a passing fad, but has become a necessity. Here are a few ideas about what it means to live in a “green” home. What is an environmentally friendly home? It is a comprehensive approach that includes all […]
Is it your significant other’s birthday? Are you thinking of having a dinner party to mark the occasion? Your kitchen is at your service! There’s no need to ask someone to help you plan the meal or organize the kitchen tasks – your kitchen counter will take care of that! Place your food on […]
