Amber Dowling

Amber Dowling is a freelance lifestyle writer, TV critic and mom. She's a wine enthusiast, yoga lover and all-around player of sports with a penchant for travel, animals and stinky cheese.

Cleaning

How to Clean Bird Poop Off Any Surface

Here’s how to clean bird poop off a variety of surfaces — from outdoor furniture to decks and windows.

Amber Dowling

September 5, 2024

Simple dorm room with string lights and white bedding

Design

Bedroom Design Ideas for Your Dorm Under $100

Maximize your dorm space with thoughtful design ideas that are all under a hundred bucks.

Amber Dowling

September 3, 2024

Travel

Ontario Fall Weekend Getaways That Won’t Break the Bank

Whether you’re headed for a romantic weekend or an escape with friends, here are five budget-friendly trip ideas.

Amber Dowling

August 30, 2024

Bedrooms

4 Best Mattresses for the Best Sleep Ever

If you’re in the market for a new mattress, we’ve got you covered with this list of the best mattresses available.

Amber Dowling

August 30, 2024

Real Estate

How to Qualify for a Mortgage in 2024

Wondering how much of a mortgage you qualify for and how current regulations factor in? We've got answers.

Amber Dowling

August 19, 2024

Styled

5 Ways to Infuse Your Personal Style into Home Design

Caffery shares his top tips for incorporating your personal style into your living space.

Amber Dowling

August 16, 2024

Home Decor

5 Furniture Deals That Are Better at IKEA Than Costco

If you’re ready to decorate a room in your home with some new pieces, compare these budget-friendly options.

Amber Dowling

August 16, 2024

Real Estate

Everything You Need to Know About Halal Mortgages

For many Canadians, there’s another massive hurdle to mortgages and home ownership: Sharia law.

Amber Dowling

July 31, 2024

Trending

Most Canadians Aren’t Planning a Move Anytime Soon

Are you thinking about putting your home on the market? You may want to wait if you can.

Amber Dowling

July 26, 2024

House for sale sign with a sold sticker over it

Real Estate

7 Pros and Cons of Buying a House Without a Realtor

If you’re on the fence, here are all the pros and cons you'll need to know before taking the plunge.

Amber Dowling

July 15, 2024

Real Estate

Solo Mortgages Are the New Canadian Homebuying Trend

According to a new report, potential homeowners are more willing to take on a single-income mortgage than ever.

Amber Dowling

July 12, 2024

Real Estate

10 Home Staging Hacks to Maximize Selling Price

Staging matters — even if you’re selling during a seller’s market.

Amber Dowling

July 9, 2024