Blog & Market Updates

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Buying a Home in This Market? Here’s What You Need to Know

Thinking of buying a home in today’s market? Here are three things you absolutely need to know to avoid missing out: ✅ YES: Talk to a mortgage broker before you start shopping—know your budget and what...

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3 Things You Need to Know About Buyer Visits When Purchasing a Home 🏠

✅ Yes: Book a First Buyer Visit After Your Offer is Firm! 📏🚪 Once your offer is firm, it’s time to schedule your first buyer visit. This is your opportunity to take measurements, walk around, and start...

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Renovating an Older Home Before Selling? Here’s What You Need to Know 🛠️

✅ YES – Clean and Declutter. First Impressions Matter! A clean, tidy home makes a huge difference. Buyers want to imagine themselves living in the space, and a clutter-free environment helps them visualize the...

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🚨 New Tressa Rules: What You Need to Know

If you're in the real estate game, you've probably heard of the Tressa rules that have come into effect in 2023. These changes are shaking up how properties are listed and how the bidding process works. Here's a...

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Advice for first time investors

Advice for first time investors Yes, buying a condo is a great investment with less maintenance to do. Yes, semi-detached or townhomes are a great investment since those homes have a lot of transition. No, I would...

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What to do during a conditional sale on your home

What to do during a conditional sale on your home Yes, continue to accept appointments. Yes, continue to do open houses. No, don’t cancel appointments until you have a firm sale. You never know if the deal...

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Cringe phrases realtors use

Cringe phrases realtors use Some phrases realtors use that are just cringe! Yes, when they use “This home is absolutely beautiful or absolutely stunning” Yes when they use “In the heart of the city” Yes...

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What to expect in this type of market

What to expect in this type of market Yes, the market is pretty healthy right now. Trends are up and average sale is slightly up. Yes, we do anticipate the market to continue being healthy. No, we can’t expect...

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Summer market & what to expect

Summer market & what to expect Yes, the market tends to slow down in July and August. Yes, the buyers shopping in the summer tend to be more qualified and motivated. No, this year in general, it is really hard to...

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Conditions when offering on a condo/condo townhome

Conditions when offering on a condo/condo townhome Yes, put in a guarantee or wording asking the unit holder if they’ve ever had KITEC plumbing or if it’s been removed. Yes, ask if they’ve done...

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