As the weather cools and the leaves begin to change colour, it's time to start thinking about your home maintenance routine for the fall season. While it's easy to let things slide during the warmer months, there are a few essential tasks that should be completed every year to make sure your home is in tip-top shape. Here are six yearly fall home maintenance tasks that you should add to your to-do list.

1. Clean out your gutters and downspouts.


One of the most important—and often neglected—tasks on the list of yearly fall home maintenance tasks is cleaning out your gutters and downspouts. Clogged gutters can cause a host of problems, including water damage to your foundation, as well as Ice dams during the winter months. To avoid these costly…

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If you're in the market for a new home, you may be considering a new construction home in one of Saskatoon's newest neighbourhoods. While there are definitely some perks to buying a new construction home, there are also some things you should be aware of before making your purchase. Buying a home is major purchase, here are a few things to keep in mind. 

Advantages of Buying a New Construction Home

One of the advantages of buying a new construction home is that you have the opportunity to customize your home to your specific needs and wants. When you work with a builder to construct your home, you'll be able to choose things like the layout, finishes, fixtures, and appliances. This means that you can create a space that is truly tailored to your…

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There are pros and cons to purchasing a bank owned property in Saskatchewan. It can be hard to decide if this is the right option for you. On the one hand, buying a bank owned property can be a great way to get a good deal on a home. However, there are some risks involved that you need to be aware of. Let's take a closer look at both sides of the issue!

Pro: Lenders are eager to recuperate their loss and will want to sell the property quickly

The properties are often vacant and can accommodate a quicker possession date.

Con: There is often little or no negotiating room

When it comes to the purchase price of foreclosed properties, the lender will want to sell the property for as much as possible in order to recoup their losses. Especially in…

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You've found your dream home! If you're like most people, your pets are an important part of your family. And when you move to a new home, you want to make sure that they are as comfortable and safe as possible. We'll discuss everything from preparing for the move to setting up your new home. So whether you're moving across town or across the country, read on for advice that will help make the transition smoother for both you and your furry friends!

Have your pet's records in a safe place.

One of the first things you'll need to do is get your pet's records in order. Make sure you have copies of their vaccinations, as well as any other pertinent medical information and store it in a safe place that it won't easily get lost in the move. You'll also…

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The Saskatchewan real estate market offers a diverse selection of property offerings, including residential, commercial, and agricultural. Whether you are looking for property in a Saskatchewan city or one of the province’s many small towns, the options are endless for finding exactly what you’ve been looking for. And as one of Canada’s most affordable provinces, it is certainly well worth the investment, as you can get more for less.

 

Residential Real Estate in Saskatchewan

Searching for vacant land to build your dream home? Perhaps you are hoping to find a single family house for sale? No matter your residential real estate needs, you can be sure to find your perfect fit with the help of an experienced Saskatchewan REALTOR®. 

For those who…

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With beautiful prairie landscapes and tons of space to stretch and grow, the buying interest for Saskatchewan acreages is certainly very healthy. This could mean great news for those who may be looking to sell an acreage in Saskatchewan. But it’s still important to note the distinct differences between selling rural property and selling a home in the city. 

 

Selling an Acreage vs. Selling a Home

No matter whether you’re selling an acreage or selling a home in the city, the results you can expect to see will be influenced by the same factors as with all residential real estate. This includes the current state of the real estate market, home characteristics, and price. All of these factors contribute to the success of a residential real…

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For some, the perfect dream home is a single-family suburban 2-storey with all the city amenities just blocks from their front door. For others, that same dream looks a little more like the quiet serenity of an acreage settled in the country away from the city landscape.

Buying an Acreage in Saskatchewan

A picturesque prairie setting, Saskatchewan is the perfect place to find the acreage property you and your family have been wishing for. If you are considering buying an acreage in Saskatchewan, though, there are some distinctive differences in the process from finding a home in the city of Saskatoon. Of course, the best way to navigate these differences is to work with a trusted local REALTOR​​® with experience in acreage real estate. But here…

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Are you in the market for a new home? If so, you may want to consider some of Saskatoon's underrated neighbourhoods.

While most people think about Stonebridge, The Willows, or Nutana when they are looking for a new place to live, there are actually four great neighbourhoods that often get overlooked. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at each of these neighbourhoods.

Four neighbourhoods in Saskatoon that are often overlooked are Holiday Park, King George, Queen Elizabeth, and Mount Royal.

Holiday Park is located in the south-central part of Saskatoon. The neighbourhood is home to a variety of amenities, including the Holiday Park Shopping Centre, the Holiday Park Golf Course - a championship 18-hole and executive 9-hole course. It…

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Saskatoon wears its "Foodies Paradise" badge with honour. With so many restaurants to choose from one could spend every day of the year trying a new restaurant and never run out of options! Plus, the great thing about local restaurants is supporting small businesses, farmers and producers in the community. Since most of our produce is seasonal, menus are apt to change every few months, making it exciting to revisit. Not sure where to start? No problem! I have done the heavy lifting for you with a concise list of my favourite local Saskatoon restaurants you need to try this summer!

Best Brunch

Hometown Diner: Located in Riversdale, on 20th Street, each dish is made from scratch with the freshest ingredients. Chef Cole Dobranski and his team…

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Buying a home can be challenging. After all, there are many steps, tasks, and requirements, and you may be anxious about making an expensive mistake.

To clarify the process, so you can get the most out of your purchase, here is a rundown of what to consider before you buy, and what you can expect from the homebuying process itself. Plus, tips to make life easier after buying your home.

Why to Make a List of Wants & Needs Before Buying a House

  • Creating a list of wants and needs will save you plenty of time in the long run when you won’t have to bother looking at houses that don’t “fit.”

  • It allows you to think about the investment with your head, not your heart.

  • Gets all the buyers involved on the same page, eliminating unnecessary…

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