Category: Buyers

Industry body signals ‘pent-up’ demand to boost 2026 markets

Will pent-up demand translate into real estate deals for the Canadian market this year? It’s a question buyers, sellers and even agents are asking as we all try to make sense of the prevailing economic conditions. Predicting the strength of the 2026 market has an element of deja vu.  Just 12 months ago, the property…
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Sales dip a blip, but it catches industry off-guard

The Canadian market received an unexpected and unwanted surprise as it ended 2025, with home sales dropping 2.7% month-over-month. The disappointing performance meant total sales for the year finished 1.9% off the 2024 figure – an illustration of the concerns Canadians still hold for the economy and ongoing tariff threats of the US. Last year,…
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House Hunting This Winter? Don’t Tour Without This Checklist

Winter might be a quieter season for real estate, but that doesn’t mean the best homes are off the market. In fact, touring homes in colder months can reveal issues you may never notice in spring or summer. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures have a way of showing you how a home really performs. If…
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First-Time Homebuyer 101: A Smart Way to Start the Year

If buying your first home is a goal this year, the early months are the perfect time to prepare. Even if you don’t plan to move until spring or summer, getting organized now can make the process smoother — and far less stressful. Get Your Finances Ready Start by checking your credit score and credit…
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Fixer-Upper vs. Move-In Ready: Summer Pros and Cons for Home Buyers

Summer – especially January and February – can be a surprisingly smart time to buy a home. With many buyers distracted by holidays, travel, and the back-to-school rush, the market often feels a little quieter. That can mean less competition, more breathing room, and better negotiating power whether you’re choosing a fixer-upper or a move-in…
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House Hunting in Summer? Don’t Inspect Without This Checklist

Summer might be a quieter time for property inspections, but that doesn’t mean quality homes are off the market. In fact, inspecting during the warmer months can reveal things you’d never notice in winter. Heat, storms, and long days have a way of showing how a home really performs. If you’re house hunting this summer,…
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First-Time Homebuyer 101: A Smart Way to Start the Year

If buying your first home is on your goals list this year, summer is an ideal time to get prepared. Even if you’re not planning to move until later in the year, getting organised now can make the buying process smoother, more confident, and far less stressful. Get Your Finances Ready Start by checking your…
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Five kitchen colours to capture the imagination in 2026

Whether you’re trying to figure out which home improvements will help you sell faster and for more money, or you’re about to move into a new home, it’s never a bad idea to focus your renovation aspirations on the kitchen. It’s the “nerve-centre” of a home – a place where we gather socially and share…
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Fixer-Upper vs. Move-In Ready: Summer Pros and Cons Home Buyers

Summer – particularly January and February – can be a surprisingly smart time to buy a home. With many buyers focused on holidays, travel, and getting the kids ready for the new school year, the market often feels a little quieter. That can translate into less competition, more time to make decisions, and stronger negotiating…
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The key elements of any major renovation

Is 2026 the year you’re going to renovate, transforming your home and adding thousands of dollars to its value? And, if so, are you a little nervous of what lies ahead? That’s totally understandable. Renovations are considered in a variety of situations. Owners wishing to upsize or downsize will see a renovation as a way…
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