Fire extinguishers are an integral part of your home fire safety plan. Here are some expert-recommended tips to keep in mind:
Equip your home
“Fire extinguishers should be placed on every level of your home and in common spaces like the kitchen, laundry room and garage,” says Ashley Gocken, a First Alert fire safety expert with Resideo Technologies. “Make sure to store extinguishers in easily accessible places, like under the kitchen sink or mounted on the wall.”
Know your ABCs
Fire extinguishers have specific ratings that indicate what kind of fire(s) they are designed to stop.
Extinguishers with a Class A rating can put out fires caused by wood, paper, fabric and other common materials.
Class B rated extinguishers are intended for fires fueled by flammable…

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The Bank of Canada today reduced its target for the overnight rate to 4¼%, with the Bank Rate at 4½% and the deposit rate at 4¼%. The Bank is continuing its policy of balance sheet normalization.

The global economy expanded by about 2½% in the second quarter, consistent with projections in the Bank’s July Monetary Policy Report (MPR). In the United States, economic growth was stronger than expected, led by consumption, but the labour market has slowed. Euro-area growth has been boosted by tourism and other services, while manufacturing has been soft. Inflation in both regions continues to moderate. In China, weak domestic demand weighed on economic growth. Global financial conditions have eased further…

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Housing activity continues to move away from the extreme sellers’ market conditions experienced throughout the spring. Easing sales, combined with gains in supply, pushed the months of supply above two months in August, a level not seen since the end of 2022.

“As expected, rising new home construction and gains in new listings are starting to support a better-supplied housing market,” said Ann-Marie Lurie, Chief Economist at CREB®. “This trend is expected to continue throughout the remainder of the year, but it’s important to note that supply levels remain low, especially for lower-priced properties. It will take time for supply levels to return to those that support more balanced conditions.”

Inventory levels in August reached 4,487…

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Today's news feeds seem to feature endless articles on the promise of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning.
It can be both awe-inspiring and a little scary.
The technology that can turn your house or apartment into a "smart home" is just as cool and can be an excellent investment, helping to increase value when the time comes to sell.
While buyers may pay a premium for this technology, knowing how to create a smart home can be confusing.
Here are five ideas to get you started.
Lights
An ideal first step, smart lights are relatively cheap, and they're as easy to install as changing a light bulb. By downloading an app to run them, you'll be able to control energy use and set mood lighting easily. They're a smart play…

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Hello Wild Wednesday! Do those fingerprints & streaks on stainless steel appliances drive you crazy?! Don't worry, I got you covered! Use a soft cloth & a small amount of olive oil, buff in the direction of the grain. Do you have any tips & tricks you are willing to share?

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Spruce Up the Bathrooms Before You Sell: Affordable DIY Tips

When potential buyers tour a home, bathrooms can have a big impact on them. An outdated or neglected bathroom can quickly sour their impression of your property overall. The good news is, you can spruce it up without breaking the bank.

Here's how:

• Modern Hardware: Switching out old cabinet knobs, drawer pulls, or faucets can instantly modernize the room. Sleek metallic finishes such as brushed nickel or matte black are current favourites and easy to install.

• Grout and Caulking Touch-ups: Over time, grout can discolour and caulking can peel. Cleaning the grout and re-caulking areas around the tub and sink can make the bathroom look well-maintained and fresh.

• Revive…

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Happy Wild Wednesday!

I did not know this & I am so very happy I know it now!!

*Heat a bowl of water with lemon slices for 3 minutes, then wipe down the microwave. The steam will loosen grime and the lemon will leave a fresh scent!


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