Forget wedding bells, young Canadians are more interested in being a homeowner. Some 40% of under-30s say buying a property is critical to their five-year plan, signalling a preference over travel (30%) and marriage (24%). The survey conducted by the Royal Bank of Canada comes as interest rates have dropped a further 0.5% to 3.75%,…
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The dial is starting to move as more Canadians enter the real estate market. Sales activity was 1.9% higher for September compared with August, which is the last month of the traditionally popular selling season. It’s the third successive month that an increase in transactions has been recorded by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).…
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It’s the perfect time to focus on your real estate goals with the interest rate another falling 0.5% to 3.75% and with the possibility of more cuts coming from the Bank of canada. Property ambitions are certainly going to be a keen topic of conversation this upcoming Holidays, that’s for sure. If you’re psychologically ready…
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In the ever-changing world of real estate, it pays to stay informed. Listening to a podcast is a great way to stay up to date and learn valuable new tips without it feeling like hard work. We’ve identified five podcasts that unlock a wealth of knowledge and insights for both seasoned investors and first-time buyers…
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Property is a reliable case study of how a market responds to varying economic factors. Whether you are a buyer or seller, the dynamics that influence real estate rarely change – confidence in the economy, perceptions of job security, mortgage costs, and supply and demand. Right now, we’re seeing buyers pivoting as they grapple with…
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With the latest 0.5% cut in interest rates, New Zealand buyers must start to think strategically about the best time to jump into the market. Now the Reserve Bank of New Zealand has trimmed rate by a full 1% in the last few months, you have precious few moments to consider your strategy before prices…
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As the weather warms, buyers will find an increasing number of homes with swimming pools coming onto the market. Spring and summer are the ideal times to sell a home with a pool, and many buyers will get caught up in the exciting prospect of enjoying hot days in their own pool. For many, it’s…
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Industry data and commentary may suggest the post-Covid rebound in our national real estate market is losing steam, but home-loan data suggests otherwise. In the latest figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the total value of new housing loans rose 3.9% month-on-month in July to $30.6 billion. Investors are leading the charge. Their…
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The rapid advancement of technology and AI is revolutionising the real estate industry and changing how properties are being bought and sold. Here are four technological advancements that can save you money and time, and reduce stress. Virtual Tours Virtual tours allow buyers to explore properties remotely through immersive 3D walkthroughs and interactive videos. This…
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Signs of an immediate uplift in the momentum of the New Zealand property market have emerged following the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s decision to cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 0.25%. Taking the OCR to 5.25%, the mid-August move by the Reserve Bank was the first rate cut in more than four years.…
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