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Buying a new home that’s to be built for you – often referred to as a production home or tract home when it’s not a custom-designed one – shares many similarities to buying a resale home. But there are also significant differences.

Trying to decide whether you can tackle a renovation on your own or should hire someone else to do? The Canadian Home Builders' Association offers 6 questions to ask yourself, plus lists tasks to avoid and advice from other homeowners.

Consumer Protection Ottawa offers tips on how to learn to protect yourself, particularly when hiring a roofer.

This Real Life Ratio spreadsheet and calculator help you answer that question.

Free credit scores available from Equifax and TransUnion and via most major banks.

Along with some great tips, this blog gives you detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to paint a room. Even if you're not a beginner, you'll find helpful ideas.

This housing industry group includes members who are builders, renovators, service providers and more. The membership directory is searchable.

Outdoor containers, water features and other ways to make your outdoor space your own.

Government of Canada guide to safe, healthy gardening.

Canadian and international gardening news and resources including events, books, and thousands of articles.

What you need to know before you downsize.

Comprehensive guide to a safe, independent and comfortable home as you age.

Get free horticultural advice from experienced gardeners.

The Insurance Bureau of Canada on preparing for an emergency.