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Fire Pits in the City of Kitchener

We all love summer. Especially the activities that come along with it, BBQing, swimming, fire pits and so much more! What was once banned has become a popular trend in the City of Kitchener. After 300 calls yearly the City of Kitchener created a “framework” to allow Backyard fires as long ...

Victoria Day

It’s Queen Victoria’s Birthday on Monday which means no school for the little ones and no work for most of us. The Region of Waterloo has several things going on which the entire family can participate in to celebrate! If you’re hoping to see some fireworks, Conestogo and New Dundee are ...

Value Principles

The valuation of a home is the estimated worth, or price of the home. Valuation involves the actual act of estimating the worth of real property. When valuing a property, many value principles (both objective and subjective) come into play. These principles are often used as guidance in the determination ...

Prevent Flooding

This past winter we have had many heavy snowfalls (and even a lot of ice). With spring just around the corner, and warmer weather moving in we can expect to see a lot of the snow and ice melt away. The more snow you have the more at risk your home ...

Understanding The Difference Between Market Price and Market Value

When it comes to buying and/or selling a home it’s important to differentiate between market price and market value, understanding that the two are not synonymous. Market Price is the actual price paid for a specific property. Market Value is an estimate of value arising from comparable sales based on the present market. Market value ...

Kitchener Waterloo Realtors donate $19,146 locally!

Supporting our community and local charities helps make communities stronger. There are so many great organizations in Waterloo Region that help to provide important services to the community. Giving back is so important to us – and we do it year-round! One of the ways that our group gives back is ...

What to do over March Break in Waterloo Region

There is SO much to do in the Region of Waterloo during March break! Interested in staying inside and attending a free event? Check out these options: The City of Waterloo Museum's exhibit “Canadian Comic Creators” Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. with cartoonist Scott Chantler popping in on Friday March ...

What to do in Waterloo Region during Family Day weekend

After months of winter the only saving grace is the Family Day long weekend! Can you believe there was a time we lived without it? Here is a list of things we want to check out in the KW area this weekend: Bugging out for a good time? Head to the ...

What the Hygge?

Time and time again Denmark has ranked one of the happiest nations in the world. Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute, was determined to find out what makes people happy and has found Denmark’s Hygge (“hoo-gah") could be the secret! Through our research we have found out why Hygge ...

Stay warm, stay active

It is so easy to hibernate during these cold winter months - however staying active throughout the winter is vital when wanting to stay fit, healthy and high performing. With the help of our #kwholidaygiftguide members, we have some great ideas to inspire you to stay warm AND stay active ...

Michael & Laura

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