Have you purchased a new home or condo from a registered builder? Good news – your new home comes with a warranty backstopped by Tarion, Ontario’s new home warranty provider. In case you have any issues with your home, it’s important to know what the warranty covers. Here’s everything you need to know: Deposit protection. If you put down a deposit when you signed the Agreement of Purchase and Sale, those funds are protected if anything goes wrong. Deposits on... [read more]

Your brand-new home means a lot to you, so it goes without saying that you want to be the best homeowner you can possibly be. Knowing how to operate your HVAC system and properly maintain your hardwood floor is only part of the challenge. Where a lot of homeowners fall short is making the most of their warranty.  When you understand your warranty and how it works, both you and your home reap the benefits. You can start by avoiding three of the biggest mistakes that... [read more]