Top 10 Places to Live in Canada

It can be very difficult to pick any one “best city” in this beautiful country. How do you decide? Do you go by weather? Housing values? Employment numbers? For Canadian Mortgages’ purposes, they first went mainly by size, in both land size and/or population, and then discovered a recurring trend.

Conquer Clutter in a Month

We all know how difficult it is to de-clutter a house, but this task can become a lot simpler with the help of this complete guide, “Your One Month Guide To Beating Clutter,” developed by the folks at Terrys Fabrics.

Psychology of a Happier Home

The psychology of color states that certain colors are suited to certain rooms in your home. Feng shui can balance the energies of your home. Learn all about the psychology of a happier home in the following infographic by Woodyatt Curtains.

How to Prevent and Control a Northwest Pest Fest

Knowing what pest control experts know can help you take steps to keep critters at bay and maintain a pest-free environment. Take a look at this infographic to learn about the seasons when certain pests strike the most, the natural pest control techniques you can implement, and what pest control services do to give you peace of mind.

Is Your McMansion Killing You?

Does having a bigger house really make life easier or better? Building and living costs are exponentially higher, children are spending 10 times as much time watching TV or playing video games as they do playing outside, and obesity rates have increased over 214 percent since 1950. It might be time to rethink the “McMansion.” To learn more about the costs and health risks associated with “McMansions,” check out this infographic presented by HomeInsurance.com.

Renting Property in the UK

This infographic by The Independent uses data from the Guardian and the concept of the monopoly board to compare rents and the cost of living in the UK’s major cities, giving advice on how to make the most of being part of ‘Generation Rent’.

Does Your Home Size Measure Up?

The median family home size in 1982 was 1,520 sq ft. Twenty-five years later, the median size was a whopping 2,277 sq ft! Find out how much square footage costs across the United States, how cost of living changes throughout various cities, and see how your home size measures up against your neighbors in the following infographic by Quicken Loans.

Turning Up the Heat

Almost half (42%) of home energy costs come from heating and cooling. Having an efficient heating and cooling system can save you money. Check out the infographic below presented by AAA Heating & Air Conditioning to learn more about heating systems and how upgrading could save you money down the road.

Create an Energy Efficient Home with a Deep Energy Retrofit

Making a home more comfortable can start with reassessing the energy that it uses. When thinking about giving your home an energy overhaul isn’t just about reducing your environmental footprint – it’s also about achieving a better quality of life. A deep energy retrofit is a holistic approach to making your home healthier and more comfortable.