Since 2006, The ListWithLynn team has donated to the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation from every completed purchase and sale.  100% of every dollar donated to this cause goes directly towards the support of women’s shelters and domestic violence prevention programs!  Last year, Royal LePage professionals made over $1.5 million dollars in commission donations to the Royal LePage She...Read More

There are many reasons why selling your current home before buying another one may be a good idea. But, once you’ve made that decision, you may still worry that you won’t find another home to buy after you sell. Fortunately, there’s plenty you can do to minimize that possibility. For example, if you sell first, you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be able to put towa...Read More

There are few certainties in this world, but there are surefire ways to sell your property faster regardless of market conditions. These strategies have been proven time and time again. So, if you’re thinking of selling this year, take a good look at these recommendations: Clean and tidy up. Making your home “guest ready” is the easiest way to ensure buyers are impressed durin...Read More

New countertops have always been a major contributor to kitchen makeovers, and the range of choices has never been greater. Beyond laminates and tile, or natural stone, wood and bamboo, some durable acrylics have become quite popular.  But, there are also newer composite materials that offer advantages which might make them an ideal compromise between natural and synthetic countertops. Gener...Read More

Usually, a home inspection is done after an offer is made to buy a home. The offer will typically include a condition that the property must pass such an inspection. The buyer then hires the inspector, who goes through the home, top to bottom, inside and out, looking for issues.   However, you can also get an ...Read More

Imagine you find a home on the market that checks all the boxes. There’s only one issue. It needs work. Perhaps the paint has faded, or the kitchen is old, or there are repairs needed. Should you make an offer on that home? That depends on many factors, of course. The first thing you should consider is whether or not the home is otherwise ideal. If it has everything you want — locati...Read More

When considering whether or not to sell their home, many people think about market conditions. They consider whether it’s a buyer’s or seller’s market. They look at trends. They try to time the sale to get the best price for their property. While market conditions certainly can play a role in deciding whether you should sell now rather than later, many other factors can influenc...Read More

(NC) If you’ve got your eye on a resale house or condominium unit that was built recently, here’s a tip: Find out when the first owners took occupancy. Why? Because almost every newly built home in Ontario comes with a mandatory builder’s warranty that begins on the original closing date and stays with the home no matter how many times it changes hands. Knowing that your next hom...Read More

(NC) All homes come with responsibilities. Older homes often require more significant repairs and inspection before you move in and throughout your time there. But new-build homes come with a unique set of duties associated with your builder’s warranty. To make sure you’re ready for it and to get the most out of your coverage, here are a few tips: 1. Take your pre-delivery inspection ...Read More

(NC) As inflation rises, many of us are adjusting our expectations of what we can afford in all areas of life. With rising interest rates accompanying this rise in inflation, you might be wondering what these changes mean for the housing market, and your current or future mortgage.  Here’s what you need to know:   Mortgage choices matter Rising interest rates have a different eff...Read More