Toronto’s real estate continues to be hot this summer. TREB just released their June 2019 real estate stats that show both listings and sales were up. TREB’s new president, Michael Collins, announced there was a 10.4% increase in sales in June 2019 compared to June 2018. “As I start my term as President […]
Toronto’s real estate market is thriving, and there is no shortage of eager buyers looking for a home in the area. As the GTA becomes one of the most sought after locations, the city’s population is booming at a record rate. But what is so appealing about Toronto real estate? Here are six attractive elements […]
There are lots of costs to buying a home, and one that many new buyers don’t often think about are closing costs. Closing costs are legal and administrative fees that you need to pay when the home sale closes. These typically range from 1.5-4% of the purchase price, so be sure to budget for it! […]
The warmth may have finally arrived in the GTA, but so has the rain. With heavy rain comes the risk of basement flooding, and Toronto homes are particularly at risk. A flooded basement can be costly, not to mention it can reflect poorly when it comes time to sell. Luckily, there are a few simple […]
Summer is arriving and Toronto’s real estate market is heating up! Sales across the Greater Toronto Area rose in May, helped by an increase in the number of listing available. “After a sluggish start to 2019, the second quarter appears to be reflecting a positive shift in consumer sentiment toward ownership housing. Households […]
Buying a home can be stressful, especially in a hot real estate market like Toronto. Once you find a good property, the next step is to contact your real estate agent to set up a viewing. Viewing a listing can be exciting, but it’s also the perfect time to ask some essential questions about the […]
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, both parties should pay attention to the closing date. The closing date is one of the key components of any real estate transaction contract, so make sure you fully understand what it is. What is a Closing Date? The closing date is the day that ownership […]
Spring is here, which means it’s officially real estate season. Buyers are emerging, and sellers are putting their homes on the market. But the warmer weather also means that buyers will be less forgiving about an unkempt outdoor space. Here are a few tips all sellers should follow before their first open house. Mow […]
The city is finally starting to warm up and so is the real estate market! TREB recently released their GTA real estate market report, which showed substantial year-over-year gains in home sales this April. New listings were up, and sales continued to grow from last month. Here is how the Greater Toronto Area’s real […]
If you’re looking into selling your home, your real estate agent might have suggested staging your home. Staging refers to the process of decorating and arranging a home to highlight its best features. This can be done either with your existing furniture or with rented items. In certain markets, staged homes make a big […]
