Having your elderly parent move in with you – what could go wrong?

You’re worried sick about your aging parent. Their health is on the decline and they haven’t been coping well in their own home. You’re thinking about having them move in with you. Your spouse is open to discussing it but isn’t completely…

Dana’s Delicious Biscotti

      INGREDIENTS 1 cup vegetable oil 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 3 cups all purpose flour 1 tsp baking poweder 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped pistachios, cranberries,…

4 steps to avoiding a family crisis when caring for an elderly parent

If you have an aging parent with health issues who’s living in their own house or condo, chances are someone in your family is supporting them in some way. Checking in on them from time to time. Helping them with things like groceries. Taking…

Home care may not be sufficient to allow your parent to age in place

Your elderly parent wants to age in place – in other words, stay in their current home. Things were going well until they were hospitalized recently. It looks like they’re going to need ongoing support at home for the foreseeable future. Your…

Helping your aging parents decide to downsize

One of the best things you can help your parents do, is start planning their next steps before a move is necessary.

How to find good tenants for your investment property

Finding a good and reliable tenant for your rental or investment property in the Greater Toronto Area isn't always easy. It can be a time-consuming task, but there are several things you can do to help you find the perfect tenant. The most important…

How to make money on a rental property in Vaughan

Despite the continued rise in real estate prices in Vaughan, it's still possible to make money in the market, especially with rental properties. The city of Vaughan offers numerous employment opportunities and is a popular destination for people…