As we enter 2026, the US housing market stands at a critical juncture. For buyers, the struggle has been defined by record prices and “decades-high” mortgage rates. Sellers and especially upsizers have faced the “lock-in effect” – a reluctance to trade a low pandemic-era mortgage for a new, expensive one. Sellers’ response has been to…
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Predicting the fate of the real estate market in America for 2026 is probably more precarious than in recent years with prices continuing to hit record highs, mortgage costs challenging buyers and the direction of the economy uncertain. One of the most influential factors for 2026 will be the cost of money. How low will…
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Do we have a “stand-off” between buyers and sellers in the Canadian real estate market with neither side willing to compromise – the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) certainly thinks so. The latest housing data released by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has prompted the RBC to speculate that neither buyer nor seller is…
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Canadian real estate didn’t finish 2025 with a bang, which would have been as surprising as it would have been welcome! For owners and buyers, it’s been a helter-skelter 12 months marked by American tariffs on core industries and the uncertainty of job security and the future in general. In this scenario, cities such as…
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The goal of many investors is to find a “fixer-upper” property because they’re usually cheaper and you can start to add value the moment you begin to renovate. Investors and buyers alike are increasingly seeking fixer-upper properties because our market is in a somewhat stubborn phase – prices are relatively high and the reductions in…
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Choosing the right floor for your home is such an important decision because it sets the tone for design and comfort. Most of us make this type of decision so few times in our lives, it’s difficult to be confident we’re making the right selection without lots of research and advice. Another challenge is that…
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Have you ever heard of the trend called Cashmere Kitchen? It’s a new fashion based on an old philosophy of making your kitchen cosy with warm neutrals rather than taking the more modern path of a stark-white tableau. Designers say that to create a Cashmere Kitchen you must use natural materials with neutral colours and…
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What are the features of a home in 2026 that will stop buyers thinking about economic recovery and job security, and instead how they might cash in on the lower interest rates currently on offer? The question has several answers, of course. As an experience agency, we know a home that offers a five-star presentation…
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How you decorate your bedroom is a highly personal choice – all that matters is you create a space that’s relaxing and calming, and it makes you look forward to climbing into bed each night for a restful sleep. Of course, there are a few golden rules, most of which are pretty obvious. These include…
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A seller who is committed to extracting every cent of value from selling their home will always invest in professional staging. It’s not cheap, but the reward can be substantial. Staging involves a professional stylist assessing your home. They will select the most appropriate style of furniture and fittings, which will give the property a…
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