If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club…Income Properties Are Trending! Though not a new trend…Investing in real estate has long been one of Canadians’ favourite ways to grow wealth. According to a poll by CIBC, 15% of Canadian homeowners already earn some rental […]
Top 7 Tips To Attract the Best Offers for Your Home
Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Bank of Canada shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last year.1 Now, it’s not as simple to sell a home. While pandemic-era homebuyers were racing the clock—trying to lock in […]
7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)
Most new homebuyers don’t regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a recent survey by Zolo, 80% of Canadians who purchased a home during the pandemic say they’re glad they bought their current home.1 But that doesn’t mean newly-minted homeowners don’t have any regrets about their buying choices. On the contrary, research shows that even […]
Renovate or Relocate? 3 Questions To Help You Decide
Does your current home no longer serve your needs? If so, you may be torn between whether to renovate or relocate to a new home. This can be a difficult choice, and there’s a lot to consider—including potential costs, financial implications, and quality of life. A major remodel can be a major commitment. From hiring […]
National Real Estate Market Update for 2023
There’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since the Bank of Canada began its series of inflation-fighting interest rate hikes last year, a new mantra has emerged: mortgage rates, mortgage rates, mortgage rates. Higher rates had the immediate impact of cooling homebuyer affordability and demand. But when the Bank of […]
Stress-Free Home Cleaning: 27 Practical Tactics for Busy Households
Keeping a clean and orderly home is a challenge for many of us. Between busy work schedules, social obligations, and family commitments, it’s tough to keep up with daily chores—let alone larger seasonal tasks. The effort is worthwhile, however. A sanitary environment can keep you and your family healthier by minimizing your exposure to germs […]
My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What?
When it comes to listing your home, most home sellers want three things: 1) to make a lot of money, 2) to put in minimal time and effort, and 3) to sell quickly. But the reality is, selling a home is rarely that simple. And homeowners who try to do it themselves—or receive bad advice—can […]
Design Your Home to Sell
Even if you don’t have immediate plans to buy or sell your home, we advise our clients to be mindful of modern design preferences when planning a remodel or even redecorating. Over-personalized or unpopular renovations could lower your property’s value. And selecting out-of-style fixtures and finishes could cause your home to feel dated quickly. […]
Top 6 Home Design Trends To Watch in 2023
Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home—and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable more than ever. Some of us have adapted our dwellings in new ways, from creating functional home offices to upgrading the appliances we use most. […]
Buying a Home? Here Are 5 Tips for Negotiating
Before negotiating the purchase of a home, you have to look closely at the seller’s motivation and the current market conditions. Whether it’s a seller’s or buyer’s market, these tips should help you successfully negotiate a deal on a home. 1. Begin by knowing what you want in a home. Decide on what kind of […]