Five cities produced surprisingly disappointing sales volumes as we entered 2026, but the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) says that it was only a coincidence. With deal numbers dropping 2.5%-5.7%, the cities of Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Ottawa all caught a dose of the pre-2026 blues. CREA Chief Economist Shaun Cathcart said: “There doesn’t…
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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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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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In real estate, we love the idea of minimalism and open spaces that make homes feel so much bigger than if they were cluttered with oversized furniture, undersized rugs and coffee tables. While any buyer’s decision is, in part, based on the size of a property, it’s also influenced by the ease with which you…
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Here’s the seller’s nirvana – sell your home faster and for more money than you had anticipated. Sounds great, right? But how does that happen, especially in the current Canadian real estate market? There are a number of strategies you can deploy to accelerate the process without reducing your asking price. As an experienced agent…
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It seems crazy to think that while we live in sub-zero temperatures right now, owners who want to catch the spring selling season should start to think of how to pitch their property in spring sunshine. As an experienced agency, we believe you sellers benefit most from being in the market at the start of…
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Thoughts from a Realtor Who’s Seen It All Every year around this time, I hear the same hesitation from homeowners: “Is winter really a good time to sell?” The answer is yes—if you do it right. Winter can actually be a strategic season to sell. Inventory tends to be lower, and buyers who are out…
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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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A Fresh Start Mindset The beginning of the year is a natural time to simplify. After the holidays, many homeowners – especially empty-nesters or retirees – start thinking about decluttering and downsizing into a more manageable space. If you’re considering a move in the spring or summer, winter is actually the ideal time to prepare.…
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Post-Holiday Reality Check For many homeowners, the clearest sign they’ve outgrown their space shows up during – or right after – the holidays. Did guests end up on air mattresses in the living room? Did you squeeze extra chairs around the dining table and make do with whatever you could? If hosting felt like a…
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