(NC) If you’ve got your eye on a resale house or condominium unit that is less than seven years old, you’re in luck. Not only do you get to own a home that has the latest building innovations, but you also benefit from a builder’s warranty on work and materials.  That’s because the standard seven-year warranty on new homes in Ontario stays with every home even after i...Read More

Imagine you’re selling your home and an offer from a buyer comes in. You’re excited. Your home might soon be sold! What happens next? Typically, we will review the offer together. There will likely be several things about the offer that need to be carefully considered. The most common are:   The offer price. Evidence the buyer is financially able to purchase the property. C...Read More

When a buyer views your home for sale, they want to visualize themselves living there. They want to imagine cooking in the kitchen, relaxing in the living room, and enjoying get-togethers with family and friends. However, when they see a baseball trophy on the mantle with your name on it, that visualization crumbles. That’s why it’s smart to depersonalize your home as much as possible...Read More

When searching for a new home, many buyers will focus only on the list price and what they may need to offer to get the property. For example, a buyer might think, “We can get this house for $XX. That’s within our price range!”  Of course, the selling price plays the pivotal role in whether or not you can afford a particular home. But, carrying costs should also be considere...Read More

If you’re thinking of selling this fall, this is the ideal time to start the process. The earlier you get ready, the more successful your sale will be. It will likely go a lot smoother, too. So, with those benefits in mind, here is a quick checklist that will guide you in preparing to list this fall: Financials. Find out how much your home will likely sell for in the current market. That...Read More

The first summer evening on the patio is often accompanied by the arrival of mosquitos. Rather than retreating indoors, consider your options to create a bug-free area with a screened-in patio or porch.   A big part of the appeal o...Read More

We thought you would be interested in how the real estate market performed in June. Click HERE for an overview of a list of markets in Southern Ontario. Please reach out if you have any questions.  We'd be happy to help.   ...Read More

(NC) Buying a home is an exciting journey - and it’s full of big decisions. One of your first steps will be to choose which type of home you’re shopping for: an existing home, or a pre-construction home. According to a recent survey of people thinking of buying a new home in the next year, four-in-ten say that buying pre-construction offers the most peace of mind, most often because ...Read More

Purchasing a home that has been used as a rental property can come with several disadvantages that potential buyers should consider. Here are some of the drawbacks you might encounter: Condition and Maintenance: Rental properties tend to experience more wear and tear compared to owner-occupied homes. Tenants may not have the same level of care or investment in maintaining the property as an own...Read More

As you may know, curb appeal refers to how your property looks from the street, where potential buyers first see it. Your home’s curb appeal can have a big impact on the sale of your property. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a buyer to drive by a listing, rather than stop, because they don’t like what they see. So, how can you improve your home’s curb appeal quickly? One w...Read More