COUNTRY LIVING ARTICLES
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7 Essential Things to Consider Before Buying a Rural Home
The benefits of living in the countryside seem endless. Peace and quiet, less light, air and noise pollution. Stunning views, wildlife and a chance to do more with your property. We were recently visiting friends the other night who’s home sits atop the Niagara...
Rural Home Utilities in Ontario
Moving to the countryside can be a big leap for people who have been used to a small home in the suburbs or a condo apartment in a big city. One of those hurdles to get used to are often the utility systems that can come with country or rural living. We have put...
Avoid Buying Your Country Home Near Future Development
A longtime friend of mine has owned a farm on the border of Fonthill. A farm that has been in their family for generations. Aside from a few country properties across from and neighboring them, they enjoy wide-open spaces in a wonderful rural setting. Well, they did...
Buying A Country Home in Niagara
What are the best locations for buying a country home in the Niagara Region? If you are looking for a country home in the Niagara Region, look no further than our TOP 5 favorite countryside areas in Niagara. Living in the Niagara Region is wonderful. If you like...
Wealth Preservation with Canadian Farmland
The possibility of wealth preservation with Canadian Farmland. Most seasoned investors are familiar with Commercial real estate as a way to preserve capital after they have already made it in business or have experienced years of growth with smaller real estate...
6 Mistakes To Avoid When Buying & Restoring Old Homes
Here are the 6 most common mistakes people make when they decide to buy and restore old century homes and farmhouses. They Don't Have A Serious Plan of Action Often times people get swept away by the romance of living in an old home. I don’t blame them. Gorgeous trim,...
Old Country Home Renovations – Is It Worth It?
The Pros and Cons of Old Country Homes Renovations I have been hooked on a BBC TV series recently – Restoration Homes. For those of you that haven’t seen it, it’s an excellent show where brave Brits buy run down, historic buildings and turn them into stunning homes...
Investing in Rural Real Estate
The battle between land development and attempts to control urban sprawl has many caveats. We can appreciate both sides of the argument but believe strongly in protecting agricultural land and green spaces from development. With many investor eyes on Canadian Real...
10 Of The Best Canadian Country Retreats
Perhaps you’re not quite ready to give up the hustle and bustle of city life for the serenity of the countryside, or perhaps you’ve moved to the country and forgotten why the lifestyle charmed you in the first place. Get your taste of the country life and book a...
8 Superb Country Properties For Sale in Ontario
Sublime Country Properties dot the countryside in many areas around the GTA. Offering impeccable views, renowned architecture and the chance to live life on your own terms. We have put together a list of 10 "best-buy" properties for sale in Ontario. Not only are the...