Home buyers in Canada come in many different forms: different ages and different family dynamics with different goals. The following is a sample of what some buyer groups might look like. First-Time Home Buyers First-time home buyers typically young professionals in their late 20s or early 30s—millennials born between 1981 to 1996. They are usually […]
What is Multi-Family Real Estate? Any residential property that contains more than one housing unit is classed as multi-family real estate. Some of the most prevalent examples of multi-family real estate that you’re likely to have encountered before include apartment complexes, condominiums, and duplexes. For newcomers to the world of real estate investing, multi-family properties […]
Historically low interest rates coupled with highly active markets might have you wondering whether now is the right time to purchase an investment property. Canada’s housing markets have shattered records since the early summer, posting a 45.6% year-over-year increase in sales activity during September, according to the latest data from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). During the […]
It’s expected that the majority of Canadian housing markets will sit in seller’s market territory in 2021. This is great news if you already own a home and are considering selling it. On the other hand, those who have their sights set on buying their first home this year will face some challenges. How do you […]
Buying a house can be an exciting, but complex process. So when you embark on your journey, one of your first stops should be familiarizing yourself with the lingo. We’ve curated helpful information from our Homebuyers, to share with you some of the most important terminology a new buyer needs to know—from pre-purchase to post-purchase. Before you buy […]
Selling your home in the winter means paying careful attention to staging techniques. Why not take advantage of the drop in temperature (and perhaps a sheet of fresh snow) to help make your home feel warm and inviting? Be sure to notch up your furnace a few degrees and get the fireplace roaring to woo […]
With tax season right around the corner, many Canadians are collecting their tax slips outlining your earnings and investments, gathering receipts and perhaps you’re even planning how to spend your income tax refund. To some, this perceived windfall is considered a “green light” to go on a spending spree. According to Canada Revenue Agency, the average […]
For those transacting in the Ontario real estate market right now, you may be wondering what’s allowed and more importantly, what’s not allowed, under the new “stay-at-home” order that took effect this morning. To help clarify things from a real estate perspective, here’s what homebuyers and sellers need to know. Why were new rules imposed? The new […]
Are you in the market to purchase a home in Canada? This will be the biggest buying decision you will make in your lifetime, and not something to be cavalier about. Make sure to equip yourself with the knowledge, resources and experts who can guide and support you along the way. While buying a home […]
Every homeowner’s dream is to conceal the grey and lifeless winter landscape and transform their property into a scene out of a Hallmark Christmas card; a warm and inviting abode that combines chic with cozy charm! Well, take it from the experts: it is a lot simpler than you think! Homeowners who want to give […]