The Hidden Risks & Real Costs of Renting to Friends and Family

Renting to friends and family can seem like a convenient and appealing choice at first glance. The trust and familiarity built over time, along with simplified communication, may make it seem like the perfect arrangement. However, delving deeper reveals a set of hidden risks and real costs that landlords in Canada should carefully consider before…

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No Passport Required

Given the numerous stories in the past few weeks featuring high gas prices long line-ups at the passport office, delayed, missed flights and vacations cancelled, I am resharing this Blog from last July.  It offers great ideas, and depending on where your adventure takes you, it supports local and often times a small family business. …

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Long Weekend Ahead

With the “unofficial” start to summer this weekend I am changing things up a little and talking BBQ!  If the weather co-operates this long-weekend I expect many of you, like me will be flipping and grilling!  Last week’s amazing temperatures may have had you flipping burgers but have you done a good cleaning and safety…

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