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Love It or List It? Why Renovating Might Be the Smarter Move

Posted May 27, 2025

It’s the question so many homeowners eventually face: Should we love it or list it?

Whether your home no longer fits your lifestyle, your family is growing, or you’re simply craving a fresh look, the temptation to move can be strong. But before you scroll through MLS.ca or contact a realtor, let’s talk about why loving it, and possibly renovating, might be the better option for you.

1. You Know Your Home (and Your Neighbourhood)

You’ve already built memories in your home, and you know its quirks, its qualities, and its story. You’re familiar with the schools, the neighbours, the coffee shop on the corner, and all the things that make a house feel like home. Renovating lets you keep all that while upgrading what’s not working.

2. Buying Isn’t Easy — or Cheap

Between bidding wars, rising interest rates, and a competitive housing market, buying a new home comes with a lot of unknowns and a steep price tag. Plus, moving costs, legal fees, land transfer taxes, and the emotional toll can add up quickly.

3. Complete Customization

Why settle for a new house that’s almost right when you can tailor your current one to fit your needs perfectly? Renovating gives you full control and let’s your pick every design element to reflect your exact needs and style.

4. Increase Value While You Stay

The right renovations can boost your home’s value, making it both more livable now and more marketable in the future, if and when you do decide to sell. Think of it as an investment in both your comfort and your equity.

5. Avoid the Hidden Costs of Moving

Moving often means making compromises, for example on location, square footage, or style and not to mention unexpected costs. Renovating, on the other hand, can be planned and budgeted in a way that aligns with your priorities and lifestyle.

So… Should You Love It or List It?

If your location still works for you and your home has potential, loving it through a thoughtful renovation might be the best path forward. It allows you to stay rooted while creating a space that truly works for you and your family for years to come.

Ready to explore what’s possible?
Our team can help you imagine (and realize) the potential in your current home. Let’s chat about how we can turn your home into a space you’ll never want to leave. Click here to get in touch!