Despite the strength of Canadian property prices, a new survey says many Gen Z and Millennials remain optimistic about their chances of owning their own home. As an experienced local brokerage, our agents can see how the high level of interest rates is holding many back from making a purchase or selling in the current…
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Property prices are starting to strengthen after a tricky few years, and the pent-up demand exhibited by buyers means new sales are outstripping the number of homes coming onto the market. As an experienced brokerage, we believe it’s important to speak to a broker or agent to better understand the buying and selling dynamics of…
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Moving house is recognized as one of life’s most stressful events – up there with divorce and death. Yet 8.2 million Americans moved between states in 2022, according to US Census Bureau estimates released in November 2023. If you need to execute a fast property shift, stress levels can rise even higher, but with efficiency…
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Moving homes is recognized as one of life’s most stressful events – up there with divorce and death. If you need to execute a fast property shift, stress levels can rise even higher, but with efficiency and calmness as your mantra, moving house in a month is possible, believe it or not! Here’s how: Week…
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Touted as being the warmest on record, this winter also included freezing arctic blasts in January across most of the country while the south-east experienced a mid-March return to winter after warmer spring temperatures. As a result, American gardens, and especially lawns, are now needing extra help after such a unique, and damaging, season as…
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Towels are one of the most-used items in a home. And even though we’re clean when we use them, they are certainly items that need a good, regular wash. But did you know there is a good and bad way to wash a towel? Whirlpool, Martha Stewart, Better Homes and Gardens, and The New York…
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The real estate market is a dynamic ecosystem influenced by various factors. While specific conditions can vary greatly by location and time, understanding general market trends and key influencing factors can help you make more informed decisions about property investments. Housing markets are typically cyclical, experiencing periods of growth, stability, and occasional declines. These cycles…
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Keeping track of the mortgage market can be a full-time job when you’re preparing to upgrade. New offers come onto the market all the time even though our interest rate is staying stubbornly high amid speculation the drift down will begin in the next few months. As an experienced local real estate agent, I work…
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With the presidential campaign in full swing and both candidates confirmed, new research says the affordability of real estate will influence the votes of both homeowners and renters. Property affordability and the availability of rental properties will impact on how some 53% of owners and renters will vote. The findings in the Redfin survey, which…
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The Dude was right! Rugs can strikingly add to the ambience of any room in moments while adding both a focal point and surface protection. These additions can also be easily moved or removed altogether, depending on the season, and don’t have to break the budget. Size and position When it comes to rugs, size…
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