6 INNOVATIVE WAYS FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS CAN BEAT THE TOUGH MARKET
Keeping it real. It’s a good tagline, but that’s not why I use it. I’ve always been a straight shooter – I don’t know any other way to be. So, keeping it real…it’s tough out there. Interest rates have gone up nearly 217% in the last year, it’s harder to qualify for a mortgage, the…
10 Outdoor Space Trends People Love Right Now
Are you looking to boost curb appeal in advance of a home sale? Did you recently buy a home that you want to make your own? You may simply want to love the house you are in a little better this gardening season. Whatever your reason, if you are looking for some inspiration for your…
What Every 🏠Buyer Should Know About the Mortgage Rules
With Canada’s banking regulator looking for advice on how to minimize the number of borrowers who are too close to the edge, even stricter qualifications may be put in place for those seeking a mortgage soon. As alarming as that news may seem, the rules we have were designed to help ensure that Canadians can…
Don’t Panic. Here’s Why There’s No Housing Bubble.
We know there’s a lot of concern amongst homeowners about the health of the market and what to expect in the coming year. There have even been some scary headlines about the possibility of a crash, leaving Canadians worried about the sustainability of prices overinflated by the pandemic housing boom. The past three years have…
Six Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Buyer’s Remorse
Picture this: after months of combing the market, weeks of packing, and hours poring over closing paperwork, you’re finally ready to move into your dream home. Once you’re settled, however, you notice that your new digs aren’t as dreamy as you thought. Maybe that busy road your home backs onto that you were sure wouldn’t…
Why Fall Is A Great Time To Buy?
It is never a bad idea to think about seasonality when you are looking to buy your home. During spring and summer, real-estate shopping is known to be at an all-time high. Since children are out of school, parents are on holidays, and curb appeal is at its best, the warmer months seem to invite…
Want to Buy Your First Home in Simcoe County? 4 Pro-Tips
For the past two years, Canadian real estate has seen an unprecedented seller’s market. Since 2020, prices have gone through the roof, the bidding wars turned fierce, and many prospective first-time homebuyers were priced out of the market. While we’re technically still in a seller’s market, the winds of change have begun to cool down…
Three Key reasons Why Rising Interest Rates Shouldn’t Worry You
Three Key reasons Why Rising Interest Rates Shouldn’t Worry You The Bank of Canada’s (BoC) announcement that it would be hiking interest rates to fight inflation came after two unprecedented years in Canadian real estate. On June 1st, Canada’s key interest rate went up half a point to 1.5%, and is expected to go as…
What Does Months Of Inventory Mean?
Real estate terminology can be confusing and, at times, overwhelming. Navigating this new field while also finding your dream home can be intimidating. But not to worry, a little bit of research can go a long way and help you gain your bearings when exploring the real estate market. A term that you can familiarize…
Top Do’s & don’t when viewing a home (For a showing)
As a prospective buyer, the house-hunting process is undoubtedly one of the most exciting parts of searching for your dream home. As you enter a plentitude of homes and imagine beginning a new chapter in different properties, there are a few standard etiquettes to consider when attending a showing. An excellent way to prepare yourself…