With inflation and increased interest rates, it may seem that home buying may be out of the question. However with a bit of research, a trust-worthy real estate agent and mortgage broker, you can definitely find a property that is a fit for you. You just might have to think ‘outside of the box’ a bit…

If there’s a particular neighbourhood you’d love to live in but a house needs improvements, Archive can help with that. With years of experience in home repair and renovation, we love a good challenge. We can create the space you need and make a house the perfect place for you.

If you’re a current homeowner and thinking about selling, it’s a good idea to take a look at any repairs or upgrades that can be done to increase the market value of your home. Getting a head start to prep your home for sale is advantageous. With energy efficiency and net zero homes (and rebates!) becoming more popular, it’s never a bad idea to improve your home.

Maybe you’re thinking, how can I afford any of this? The best idea is to know your budget; whether you’re a home buyer or seller. Know what you can afford and stick to it.

Over the years, we have collaborated with Wendell Mortgages to explore the many avenues available when it comes to mortgages and home improvements. We came up with our three-part Mortgage Moment series covering options for first time home buyers, current home buyers and those looking for secondary properties.

Take a look!

1. Purchase Plus Improvements:
   www.archivecontracting.com/the-blog/march-mortgage-moment

2. Current Homeowners and Home Improvement Financing:
   www.archivecontracting.com/the-blog/may-mortgage-moment

3. Secondary Home Purchases:
   www.archivecontracting.com/the-blog/july-mortgage-moment

Buyer or seller, you have the opportunity to build your history. Let’s get rolling!

Photo by Ryan Stone on Unsplash

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Because of the holiday season? Maybe. But in the design worlds it is the announcement of the Pantone Color of the Year that brings excitement to December.

Pantone is the world’s leading expert in colour and has been presenting the Color of the Year for over 20 years, influencing design decisions in colour conscious industries such as textiles, apparel, as well as interior, architectural and industrial design.

Last year, for the first time in Pantone’s history, the Color of the Year was a new creation: PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri. This year it’s another new colour, representing empowerment, courage and experimentation: PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta.

“In this age of technology, we look to draw inspiration from nature and what is real. PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta descends from the red family, and is inspired by the red of cochineal, one of the most precious dyes belonging to the natural dye family as well as one of the strongest and brightest the world has known.

Rooted in the primordial, PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta reconnects us to original matter. Invoking the forces of nature, PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta galvanizes our spirit, helping us to build our inner strength.”

— Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute

Viva Magenta is a crimson red tone that strikes a balance between warm and cool. Being a hybrid colour, it “comfortably straddles the physical and virtual in our multi-dimensional world.” This colour creates an electrifying statement that “revels in pure joy, encouraging experimentation and self expression without restraint.” This red tone is bold and has the power to influence positivity in the worlds of design.

Photo by John Schaidler on Unsplash

Since Viva Magenta was only announced this month, it may be a while before you start to see the colour in consumer products but it will emerge in fashion, textiles, technology and beyond. You can welcome this fearless colour into your home by creating unusual colour combinations in textiles, adding bold paint in subtle places or by picking textures and finishes that incorporate the concept of Viva Magenta, adding an element of strength and positivity to your space.

And after the last couple of year we’ve all had, who wouldn’t want that? Viva Magenta!

The Spring market is notoriously a busy and important season in the real estate industry. As the sunnier skies promote optimism and growth, you may be starting to think about planning a move into a new home, doing home renovations in anticipation of selling or even searching for a secondary property to enjoy the summery months in.

Currently, inventory and interest rates are low and the market is tight. With an increase in remote work during the last few years thanks to the global pandemic, people can now work wherever they please as long as they have a steady internet connection. Houses on the market are getting multiple offers, sometimes over and above asking price and going quickly. But don’t let that scare you!

With a bit of research, a trust-worthy real estate agent and mortgage broker, you can definitely find a property that is worth the fight. You just might have to think ‘outside of the box’ a bit…

If there’s a particular neighbourhood you’d love to live in but a house needs improvements, Archive can help with that. With years of experience in home repair and renovation, we love a good challenge. We can create the space you need and make a house the perfect place for you.

If you’re a current homeowner and thinking about selling, it’s a good idea to take a look at any repairs or upgrades that can be done to increase the market value of your home. Getting a head start to prep your home for sale is advantageous. However with supply chain issues, projects are being scheduled well in advance and taking a bit longer. Don’t let that scare you either! With energy efficiency and net zero homes becoming more popular, it’s never a bad idea to improve your home.

Maybe you’re thinking, how can I afford any of this? The best idea is to know your budget; whether you’re a home buyer or seller. Know what you can afford and stick to it.

Last year, we collaborated with Wendell Mortgages to explore the many avenues available when it comes to mortgages and home improvements. We came up with our three-part Mortgage Moment series covering options for first time home buyers, current home buyers and those looking for secondary properties.

Take a look!

1. Purchase Plus Improvements:
   www.archivecontracting.com/the-blog/march-mortgage-moment

2. Current Homeowners and Home Improvement Financing:
   www.archivecontracting.com/the-blog/may-mortgage-moment

3. Secondary Home Purchases:
   www.archivecontracting.com/the-blog/july-mortgage-moment

Buyer or seller, this Spring could present the opportunity to build your history. Let’s get rolling!