WHAT SIZE YARD IS RIGHT FOR YOUR FAMILY?


06 Mar | Buying

When you’re in the market for a new home and you have kids, it’s essential to consider the size of the yard along with the size of the house. A spacious yard can give your family plenty of opportunities to spend time outdoors, play games, and host picnics, and barbecues. Here are some tips that […]

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A FEBRUARY RESET: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


06 Mar | Buying

The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market experienced an increase in sales and new listings on an annual and monthly basis in February 2024, along with a rise in selling prices. This can be attributed to the region’s population growth and resilient economy, which have continued to support the demand for housing. Despite higher borrowing […]

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TORONTO’S VACANT HOME TAX (VHT) DECLARATION DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING


26 Feb | Homeownership

Homeowners in Toronto are reminded to submit their 2023 occupancy status by February 29th.  If you fail to submit a declaration of occupancy status by the deadline, your property will be considered vacant and subject to the Vacant Home Tax. Starting from January 1, 2024, a fee of $21.24 will be charged for not submitting […]

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LOOKING AHEAD THIS NOVEMBER – WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


05 Dec | Buying

The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market experienced a decline in sales in November 2023 due to high borrowing costs and uncertain economic conditions. However, the number of listings increased from last year’s supply. The market saw flat selling prices year-over-year, as inflation and elevated borrowing costs impacted affordability. The housing market is sensitive to […]

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WHY MAKING MAJOR UPGRADES CAN BACKFIRE WHEN YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR HOUSE


03 Nov | Homeownership

Improving your home to match your family’s preferences and needs is a great idea, but it’s important to consider the changes you make carefully. Some renovations may not provide a good return on investment when you eventually decide to sell the property, and others may even make it more difficult to find a buyer. By […]

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BANK OF CANADA HOLDS KEY INTEREST RATE STEADY AT 5%


25 Oct | Market Update

The Bank of Canada has announced that it will keep its target interest rate at 5%. This decision was made because the global economy is slowing down and growth is expected to slow down further. The bank has decided to continue its policy of quantitative tightening. This means that it is reducing the amount of […]

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ITEMS TO AVOID STORING IN A GARAGE


24 Oct | Buying

Now that the summer has come to an end, you might have more time to focus on your home and give it a fall refresh. The garage is often the place where we store miscellaneous items, but it’s important to be mindful of what we keep in there. If you’re planning to clean out your […]

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A MORE BALANCED SEPTEMBER: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


04 Oct | Buying

The GTA housing market faced some challenges in September, as high borrowing costs, inflation, and slower economic growth weighed on home sales. Nonetheless, despite the increase in listings supply, the average selling price remained higher than the previous year. Looking ahead, the short-term and medium-term outlooks for the GTA housing market appear to be somewhat […]

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OUR FALL HOME MAINTENANCE GUIDE


26 Sep | Homeownership

As a homeowner, you have the power to keep your property in impeccable shape all year round. Getting your home ready for the fall season is more than just a routine maintenance task, it’s an opportunity to show your property some love and care. By completing imperative fall home maintenance tasks, you can guarantee that […]

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SEARCHING FOR STABILITY IN AUGUST: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


11 Sep | Buying

In August 2023, there was a decrease in home sales compared to the same period in 2022 due to higher borrowing costs, uncertainty about the economy and Bank of Canada’s decision-making, and a limited supply of listings. However, the average selling price remained relatively stable. On a monthly basis, both sales and average price slightly […]

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