Smart home features aren’t just in movies anymore. Home sellers may consider upgrading aspects of their property’s tech before hitting the market.

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Remember the Jetsons? They were a futuristic cartoon family with their own popular 1960s TV show who introduced us to some high-tech trends like flying cars, robot maids and “push-button Space Age-envisioned conveniences.” While we’re not quite there yet, plenty of “push-button” smart home conveniences have bound onto the market in recent years, helping make homes more comfortable, safe and convenient.


Using smart home technology isn't a far-fetched goal for homeowners – and there are some good details to know about how different…

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If you live in a colder climate, you know that winter presents some challenging weather conditions, like snow and ice. And if you’re selling a home in the winter, prospective buyers won’t be ogling a freshly mowed lawn or vibrant flowers – they’ll likely be eager to get inside and out of the elements.

Have a home hitting the market this winter? Consider these tips to prepare your place for showings.

Clear Walkways

Remember Harry and Marv slipping down the McCallisters' exterior stairs in Home Alone? Don’t let that be your prospective buyers.

Ahead of tours or an open house, make sure agents and buyers alike can access the property. Shovel paths and entrance points, including the…

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With New Year's right around the corner, many are on vacation to tropical resorts, beachfront paradises, anywhere that's warm, sunny, and their own personal escape from the Canadian winter. 

However, there are those who want to fully immerse and embrace themselves in the winter wonderland beauty that is cottage country. With gorgeous cottage homes resting on blankets of white snow, surrounded by snow-white forestry and brimming with opportunity for endless winter activities, Muskoka Lakes is home to several beautiful areas to spend your New Year's weekend with friends and family. 

From incredible dining to spectacular winter resorts, cozy accommodations, and amazing opportunities for entertainment, we've put together just a few of the many places…

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Whether you’re looking for a yard for a pet or bigger closets for storage, buying a home could offer more flexibility than renting – and it can be a long-term investment. Are you ready to be a homeowner?

With the housing market balancing in many places, many people are finding that now is a great time to purchase a property of their own. Renters looking to buy are usually in the pursuit of more living space, creative freedom to decorate, and ownership of an asset that can be appreciated in value over time.

Renters, are you tired of spending money each month to pay someone else’s mortgage? It may be time to consider buying a home. Here are the signs to look for.

You need more square footage

Upsizing is a common reason…

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Winter is coming, and with it, harsh weather conditions and all the more possibility of your cabin facing rough conditions which could impact the overall quality of the cabin itself or even damage it. 

Either way, you'll want to find your cabin in as great of a quality as possible for the upcoming spring season. That way, you won't have to do nearly as much upkeep as you normally would if you didn't take the necessary precautions before winter hits. 

Taking extra steps to ensure your cabin is foolproof for the harsh Canadian winters is a great idea towards taking those weekends off, or coming back to a gorgeous cabin in the spring almost exactly the way you left it. 

We've come up with a list of steps that are crucial to the maintenance of your…

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Many people argue that the best time to rent out a cabin is in the winter. The perfect time to curl up with a nice book and a mug of something warm to drink, right near a big window in your cabin where you can appreciate the snow falling from inside.

Others argue summer is the best time, or even spring, when it's warm enough to take advantage of all of the waterfront activities you could possibly want such as boating, paddleboarding, and even taking a dip in the waters. 

The underrated season for cabin renting would more than likely be the fall, when the leaves begin to change colours and there is a beautiful sea of orange, yellow, and reds that open up to stunning bright blue lakes. 

We've come up with a list of four amazing spots…

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With the many beautiful communities around the Muskoka area, it can be difficult choosing the right one for you. The breathtaking Muskoka Region spoils you for choice with its surrounding lakes, gorgeous forestry, and charming communities within the natural beauty.

In southeast Ontario, the town of Gravenhurst stands out amongst others for its breathtaking lakefront properties and its deep roots in the area's history and culture. 

Known as the Gateway to Muskoka, Gravenhurst can be found right between Lake Muskoka and the smaller yet peaceful Gull Lake which is close to the town of Bracebridge. 

If you're interested in this charming town brimming with life and recreational activities as well as surrounded by the stunning beauty of cottage…

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What better way to end the summer or kick off the start of a great fall than with an amazing camping trip with friends and family? Muskoka and its surrounding lakes not only boast some of the best camping opportunities in all of Ontario, but that some would even consider some of the best in the country. 

Not only are there endless stretches of potential spots for camping through rich, vibrant forestry or even by the countless sparkling lakes in the area, but both the Provincial and National Parks in the region offer spectacular views truly worth waking up to. 

While you could have a fully remote experience with friends, family, or even fully alone by finding the camping spot of your dreams, you could also book areas in advance of certain sites.…

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It’s the summer, the sun is shining reflecting off of the beautiful lakes, and you want to visit some great spots to eat or drink in Ontario’s beloved cottage country. 

With endless opportunity for fun and excitement in this nature lover’s paradise, you want the perfect spot to end the day on a full stomach. 

The picturesque views in the Muskoka Region simply cannot be beat. From an endless sea of sparkling lakes to dense, rich and wildly colourful forestry encompassing the entire area, you’ll want to spend those lunches and dinners taking it all in. 

Muskoka’s amazing patios offer not only the views you wish you could look out on every day while enjoying a meal, but the amazing food to go along with it. 

We’ve come up with a list of just some…

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This Sunday, take the time to celebrate the dad or father figure in your life with a planned out day in one of the most beautiful areas in the country: Muskoka and Haliburton County. 


In case you didn't realize the big day was coming up so soon, we've come up with a list of great Father's Day activities to do in these gorgeous Ontario lake regions. 


Read on for our list of ways to show your dad just how much you appreciate him (and act like you had it planned for months)!

Things To Do For Father's Day 2022 In Haliburton County

1. Head To A Haliburton Brewery 

Whether your old man is into laid back lagers and pilsners or looking for that hoppy kick with an IPA or pale ale, there are a couple options for sitting in the hot Ontario sun…

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