Newsletter September - October 2022
Tags: Real estate, prices, statistics
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Top Tips to Sell Your Home in a Balanced Market
Tags: selling, balanced market
Selling your home in a balanced market is no easy feat. Since the buyer demand almost matches the number of homes for sale, there are so many things to consider. The competition levels are high and one false step can mean that you end up not making as much as you could. Here are a few top tips to help you sell your home in a manner that ensures you get the most money. Add a Dash of Elegance To c...Read More
How Staging Your Home Can Increase the Sale Price
Tags: Staging, Selling
Are you looking to sell your home? If that is the case, staging your home can help increase its sale price and value. Staging refers to furnishing or decorating a home in order to make it more appealing to prospective buyers. However, it involves more than just placing furniture across the house to make it look attractive. Planned staging strikes a delicate balance between furnishing the home aest...Read More
Renting vs. Owning a Home: Can You Afford It?
Tags: Affordability
Owning a home is a huge part of so many people's dreams. Everyone looks forward to returning to a place that represents who they are. Whether to buy or rent, though, depends entirely on personal needs, lifestyle, and status. It is easier for an individual living alone to rent because they are more likely to need a smaller space. However, renting a bigger space could be more expensive in the lo...Read More
Market Continues to Balance Out as Borrowing Costs Trend Higher Toronto, Ontario - June 3, 2022
Tags: market stats
Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market conditions continued to evolve in response to higher borrowing costs. Similar to April results, May 2022 sales were down on a monthly and annual basis. Conversely, active listings at the end of May were up on a month-over-month and year-over-year basis. More balanced market conditions have provided buyers with more negotiating power. As a result, while ...Read More
Radical (and Reasonable) Renovations
Tags: Renovations, Remodeling
Wouldn't it be wonderful to spruce up your home? Even if you adore your home, there will always be an area that you feel needs a little more attention. The dining room perhaps feels disorganized. Or maybe the kitchen island you installed with all the zeal isn't used anymore. Whether you want to boost the value of your home before selling it or closing on a home you can't wait to make y...Read More
Newsletter April - May 2022
Tags: REAL ESTATE, PRICES, STATISTICS
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5 Things to Do Before Listing Your Property for Sale
Tags: Selling, Tips
So you’ve decided to sell your house, but don’t know how to start? A simple internet search will give you multiple must-dos, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed. The best approach is to prioritize activities that maximize the value of your property. It is also vital to consider all the legal steps you’ll have to take as well. Here are some things you’ll have to do before...Read More
March Real Estate Market Watch
Tags: REAL ESTATE, MARKET WATCH
There were almost 11,000 Greater Toronto Area (GTA) home sales reported in March 2022, capping off the third-best March and second-best first quarter on record. Tight market conditions continued to support a double-digit annual pace of price growth, with an average selling price of $1.3 million. The average selling price dipped slightly month-over-month, bucking the regular seasonal trend. Toro...Read More
5 Things to Do Before Listing Your Property for Sale
Tags: Selling
So you’ve decided to sell your house, but don’t know how to start? A simple internet search will give you multiple must-dos, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed. The best approach is to prioritize activities that maximize the value of your property. It is also vital to consider all the legal steps you’ll have to take as well. Here are some things you’ll have to do before...Read More