AN UNCERTAIN JULY: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


10 Aug | Buying

The GTA saw a surge in home sales, new listings, and home prices in July 2023 compared to the same period last year. The market experienced a more balanced seasonally adjusted basis in July, with sales slowing down while new listings rose. Home sales remained higher than last year, indicating that many households have adapted […]

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SHOULD YOU EXPAND YOUR HOME’S FOOTPRINT OR BUILD ANOTHER LEVEL?


30 Jun | Buying

If your family is getting bigger and your home feels too small, it’s time to consider making some changes. Adding an extension can be a great solution, but you’ll need to decide if you want to add another floor or expand outward. Consider your needs carefully and take the necessary steps to improve your living […]

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MAY’S MAJOR SUPPLY ISSUE: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


07 Jun | Buying

The GTA housing market continued to improve from a sales standpoint in May 2023. Unfortunately, the supply of homes for sale did not keep up with the demand for ownership housing. Sales as a share of new listings were up considerably compared to a year ago. This is a clear signal that competition between buyers […]

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TIPS WHEN DESIGNING YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE


07 Jun | Homeownership

Summer living means dining al fresco, spending leisurely afternoons outdoors, and winding down by the outdoor fireplace in the evening. Designing your outdoor space, the same way you would create an indoor living area will result in maximum relaxation and enjoyment, creating a space to enjoy your time outside comfortably. Employing the same interior design […]

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FEELING THE PRESSURE IN APRIL: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


03 May | Buying

The GTA housing market continued to intensify in April 2023. On a year-over-year basis, sales lowered slightly compared to April 2022, but new listings were down by more than one-third. Fewer listings relative to sales meant there was more competition between buyers, influencing an improvement in selling prices since the beginning of this year. In […]

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WHEN TO REPLACE COMMON HOUSEHOLD FIXTURES


03 May | Buying

Regular maintenance and gentle use can increase the longevity of your household fixtures; savvy homeowners understand this, and their extra care can mean real savings over their time in the home. Unfortunately, all fixtures in your home have a general lifespan and will need to be replaced or repaired eventually. Saving for these replacements can […]

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AN INTENSE MARCH: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


05 Apr | Buying

The GTA’s housing market conditions intensified in March 2023. Sales accounted for an increased share of listings compared to March 2022, signifying that competition between buyers is likely on the rise. The average sale price was above the average list price for the first time since May 2022. As we moved through the first quarter, […]

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A More Active August: What’s Happening In The Market?


10 Sep | Homeownership

The month of August showed a slight upward trend in the Toronto housing market sales. The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s (TRREB) MLS System reported a total of 5,627 sales in August 2022. While this does represent a 34.2% decline in sales year-over-year, the decline was at a lower rate than the last four months, […]

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SPRING CLEANING: YOUR HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST


24 May | Homeownership

Spring cleaning after a long winter is an event on many families’ to do lists. Whether it’s an event you are eagerly anticipating, or one that you dread, it is a very important step in your home maintenance routine. Giving your home the thorough once-over in spring can prevent unwanted surprises later, lowering your long […]

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A MORE ACCESSIBLE APRIL: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?


09 May | Market Update

In April, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market saw more buyers adjust to the Central Bank’s rate hikes. TRREB’s MLS System reported a total of 8,008 homes sold in April 2022, representing a 41.2 percent decrease year over year, and a 27 percent decrease compared to March 2022. With borrowing costs expecting to increase […]

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