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Scott McGillivray
Trusted contractor, savvy real estate investor, and celebrated TV personality
Tips for home maintenance this Fall
Here are 3 helpful tips to follow through with, in order to help save you money in the long run.
Increase your ROI with small changes
It’s amazing what changing some light fixtures and door hardware can do.
Learn morelearn more about increasing your ROI with small changes
Flooring tutorial
In the list of top 5 things that renters, or buyers for that matter, are always looking for, new floors is always up there.
Doing your homework: Looking at Comps
Doing your research and looking at comparables is an excellent way to gauge a property’s true value.
How to find good trades
The more information you have the better.
Make your basement apartment cozy, bright, and inviting
Easy and affordable changes to turn your apartment into a home.
Learn morelearn more about improving your basement apartment
Find Good Tenants
The caliber of your space dictates the caliber of your tenant.
Tips to fix up your street view
How to get potential buyers to fall in love with the outside of your house too.
Moisture Air Quality Your Roof and Tightening Up
Been a few years since you moved into your home? It’s time for a check up.
Client Stories
Mortgage Free Sooner
“Patrick and Janna: The mortgage on our condo is coming up for renewal, and we want to make sure we make the best choice. How can we pay off our mortgage faster and still have the cash flow we need to live comfortably?”
Home Renovations
“Steve and Donna: We love our home and our neighbourhood, but the kitchen and bathroom really need work. We have a contractor lined up to do the work, but what’s the best way to borrow the money we need?”
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