Each Party’s Stance On Real Estate
Conservatives Build 1 Million Homes in the next 3 years. One of the ways they will do this is by releasing 15% of federally owned real estate for housing. They…
So many buyers, so few properties…
The Real Estate market in early 2021 has been described as crazy or extremely active. This is due to many influences including low interest rates, higher savings, pent up demand,…
Will house prices drop in 2021?
A recent article in the Financial Post stated that house prices are set to drop in Canada by as much as 10% by the end of 2021. Toronto is predicted…
Lifespan and budget of most big ticket items around the house
Ever wonder about how long something will last? Should you start budgeting for that new furnace now, or does it still have a few good years left in it? If…
Protected: Preparing Your House To Sell
Selling your house is a big ordeal with significant financial risk. Below we have highlighted steps you can take to properly prepare your house to sell. Our information can save…
Average renovation costs on most renos
Sometimes it is difficult to find the perfect house. One may be lacking an extra bedroom, or too few bathrooms. Maybe you require an updated kitchen. Too many home buyers…
Closing Costs. Don’t be surprised by these additional fees.
It is not just new home buyers that are unaware of the additional fees that come with purchasing a home. Many buyers are surprised by the closing costs that come…
$1 List Price. Did I read that correctly?
Every time a property comes on the market that fits my client’s criteria with a $1 list price, I invariably get the email or phone call asking about it. Most…
5% down verses 20%
5% down verses 20%.
A question that many home buyers ask themselves is whether they should put 5% down or 20% on their next purchase. Should an investor take advantage of the lower down…
Low Commission Fees. Do they really save you money?
Low commission fees such as 1 % or 2 %? You may hear or see these ads or others very similar and it may make you stop and think. Is…