Predictions of a turnaround for the Canadian property market follow a quiet transaction period as we ended 2024. And while last December may seem a lifetime ago now, the transaction trend in many urban centres suggests there’s excellent buying opportunities if you can make your move before the 2025 market really springs into action. As…
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The summer school holidays can be hard on the “House-Proud” – those people who love everything to be neat and tidy. As the adage goes, “everything has a place and everything in its place”. But when you’ve got kids home from school for weeks on end, and the doors and windows open to trap a…
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Winter is a great time to buy a property – you don’t have the competition of spring and summer buyers. Usually, you’ll be able to enjoy additional time to consider your options when choosing a house, apartment or condo. But it doesn’t always work out like that. If there’s another prospective buyer in the picture,…
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As Canada looks to new political leadership and a general election later this year, there’s no denying the lack of affordable housing has weighed heavily on the Trudeau Government. Property values are more than 30% higher than in April 2020 – a direct consequence of government economic stimulus during the pandemic and a near-zero benchmark…
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Are you among the tens of thousands of homeowners who shut and locked their front door this summer, headed off for a two-week holiday and wondered if your home was going to be safe? Home security should never be taken lightly, and you should always lock your home whether you’re about to leave for a…
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The real estate market, much like the weather, experiences its own kind of seasonality. While the spring and summer months often bring a flurry of activity, the winter season typically ushers in a period where upsizers can put their home on the market with confidence but enjoy a little more time choosing their next purchase.…
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Purchasing your first home can feel like you’re about to climb a mountain that will confront you with challenges you’ve never faced before. Any fear of being overwhelmed is understandable, but it doesn’t have to be that way. After all, more than 500,000 property purchases are projected to be made in Canada this year, according…
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If you believe selling in summer will help you achieve the optimum price for your property, it’s not too late to catch the last few weeks of warm weather to impress potential buyers. Late summer can be a strong time for sales, especially for homes that feature a great swimming pool, outdoor entertainment area or…
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While winter may bring a dormant hush to many gardens, it doesn’t mean your outdoor space needs to lose its charm. With care and attention, sellers can maintain curb appeal and ensure their gardens remain healthy throughout the colder months, laying the groundwork for a spring resurgence. Even in the depths of winter, a well-tended…
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What’s the true secret to a successful home sale? Is it location, size, design, price or presentation? Of course, it’s a combination of all of these facets of a property. The most powerful factor will depend on the individual buyer. However, there’s one element homeowners often underestimate despite the advice of their agent: the importance…
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