The strength of the Canadian real estate market is not just determined by the supply and demand dynamics that exist between buyers and sellers. There’s also a wider set of economic issues that influence property values, such economic growth, job security and the cost of borrowing. New data indicates the path to recovery for the…
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The anticipated real estate recovery is beginning to take shape in good news for both sellers and buyers, and the Bank of Canada (BoC)) has recently injected additional optimism with its first interest rate cut in six months. We’re seeing a largely two-speed recovery in which markets with affordability challenges and strong inventory of homes…
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Sales have surged for new single-family homes, rising more than 20% in August compared with 12 months ago, according to the latest data from the US Census Bureau. The spike in new home transactions, which represent 14% of America’s real estate market, has been ignited by builders offering discount deals to lure buyers who’ve been…
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Successful investors and landlords understand what it takes to offer an attractive home that delivers strong rental income, and they pay close attention to the quality of their tenants. Whether they intend to work with the tenants themselves or use a property manager, they’ll look at the deal from the tenant’s perspective. A tenant’s journey…
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Latest data on prices and mortgage costs suggests buyers need to move quickly before the Holidays if they want to find a great deal. Values look set to rebound as the Federal Reserve moves toward a lower interest rate environment. The US is on track to sell 4 million properties this year with the sale…
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After the long-awaited and highly anticipated 0.25% reduction in the federal funds rate reduction by the Federal Reserve, many realtors are being asked if now is a good time to enter the market. Optimism is beginning to gain momentum because mortgage lending rates have been tapering down ever so slightly for the last few months.…
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Housing prices are predicted to rise by more than 5% next year in a landmark real estate report issued by Westpac NZ. Its chief economist Kelly Eckhold says in his latest report that prices should remain stable for the rest of this year and are unlikely to rise sharply in the spring selling season. “Investor…
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Navigating the debate on negative gearing is crucial for any Australian property investor. This guide will help you understand the core arguments that are for and against the policy, as well as explaining how this policy may fit into your investment strategy. Negative gearing is a tax policy that allows property investors to minimise their…
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When preparing your house for sale, the most common advice you’re likely to hear is to repaint both the interior and exterior of the property. Sales agents will be especially keen for you to give the property a facelift so prospective buyers feel the property has been well maintained and feels fresh and inviting. Painting…
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For anyone buying a property, it’s easy to assume that so long as you meet the basic criteria to secure a mortgage, your lender will be only too happy to take your money. While that is largely correct, there are some internal rules that banks apply, especially to those buying into apartment buildings, that can…
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