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As rents rise and prices flatten, here’s eight tips for investing

The planets have aligned if you’re an ambitious property investor ready to begin their portfolio. Record-high rents in many urban centres of Canada have coincided with flat sales values as a fresh influx of properties has come on the market. The Canadian Real Estate Association says a fresh spate of listings has brought the Canadian…
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Surprise buyers with garage update

Preparing an older home for sale often presents a few maintenance challenges. Fixing problems that may have been annoying you for months or years is essential if you’re going to maximise the value of your property. One of the challenges is fixing dirty or cracked garage floors.  Getting long-term grease out of the cement is…
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Rejuvenating scratched hardwood floors

Constant foot traffic and the inevitable knocks of everyday living eventually take the gloss from any hardwood floors. Many buyers highly value a beautiful wooden floor. It’s an elegant foundation that sets the tone for the rest of the property. These tips will help restore these floors to their former glory. Return on investment If…
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Five tips for selling to Gen Z buyers

If you intend to upgrade your entry-level home, or you’re an investor seeking to divest a cheaper property, you’ll likely have to deal with the Gen Z buyers as they start to filter into the real estate market. The Gen Z cohort, which follows the much-discussed Millennials, were born between the years of about 1997…
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Five essential questions to ask a seller

As experienced real estate agents, we know that buying a home for the first time can be intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be! A great buying journey often depends on the questions you ask the seller and their agent when visiting the house or apartment. Below, our agents have listed five helpful questions to help…
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Bright spots emerge as market awaits rate cuts

The Canadian housing market recorded mixed results at the end of the spring selling season. While some provinces saw record-breaking average home prices, others experienced a downward adjustment. Our market is stabilising with the number of sales and their prices levelling off in many areas. As an experienced local real estate agency, we believe the…
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Transform your bedroom into a beautiful space

Redecorating your bedroom can be a fun and exciting project that can breathe new life into your personal space.  These steps will help you achieve a great result: Assess the room Before you begin any remodelling project, it’s essential to assess your space and figure out what you want to change. Identify any issues that…
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Young Canadians can benefit from savings scheme

Are you a first-time homebuyer feeling daunted by saving for a down payment? The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) might be the solution you’ve been looking for.  This registered account is explicitly designed to help Canadians achieve the dream of homeownership. What sets the FHSA apart is its unique blend of tax advantages and flexible…
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Good news on inflation fuels hopes of rate cut soon

Annual consumer prices are continuing to fall, and that’s good news for property buyers and sellers hoping to see a cut in interest rates in the near future. Statistics Canada says the April annual inflation reading was 2.7%, down from 2.9% in March. A 1.4% drop in food prices helped achieve this positive result. However,…
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Bank offers property market fix list

The debate about the future of real estate in Canada often swings around to the topic of the housing shortage. The Royal Bank of Canada has voiced its opinion on the question of affordability, highlighting its estimate that a million households will not be able to afford a home by 2030. It also claims that…
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