Canada’s commercial real estate market is coming off a strong 2017 supported by a stable economy and healthy fundamentals, but there is a sense that the sector is late in the cycle and a slowdown is inevitable. That’s the sentiment of Avison Young’s 2018 North America and Europe Commercial Real Estate Forecast. Bill Argeropoulos, Principal, […]
Is buying a property and renting it out a good investment option? Well, a recent CIBC poll of Canadian homeowners found those who own a separate rental property earn on average $2,189 per month – 50% more than their monthly costs. So it sure does appear to be a good investment option, right? “It can be if […]
How do you enjoy spending your weekends during the summer? If the answer is cottage hopping between your friends’ and family’s lakeside properties, you might be asking yourself, “how can I get one of my own?” or “what should I be looking for?” We spoke with Nadia Saint-Laurent and Sandra Williams, two REALTORS® in the […]
So you’ve made the decision it’s time to move from your current home. Now the million-dollar question presents itself: Should I sell my home first and then buy another property or buy first and then sell? It is not an easy choice to make and it can be a very stressful one for a homeowner. The decision to […]
When you’re getting ready to list your house, the goal isn’t just to sell – it’s to sell quickly! The longer your house is on the market, the less likely it is to fetch top dollar. Want to sell your house as quickly as possible? These tips are essential. Hire a Real Estate Agent and […]
The first step in buying a home is deciding on a budget. How many houses can you afford? Within what price range will you shop? A down payment is, unfortunately, only one part of that budget. To correctly determine the affordability of a home, it’s essential that prospective buyers consider the costs that arise at […]
Everyone knows the importance of making a good first impression. It’s no different when it comes to your home’s curb appeal, which refers to your property’s overall appearance from the street. To make your home’s “frosting” as appealing as possible, you’ll definitely want to think about planting stunning blooms and making sure your landscaping is […]
If you already own a rental property, or you’re looking to get into the business, the idea of having to deal with tenants and managing the property might be daunting. But that’s where property managers step in. A credible property manager will take over the responsibilities that rental owners might not want to handle. This […]
Everyone knows the importance of making a good first impression. It’s no different when it comes to your home’s curb appeal, which refers to your property’s overall appearance from the street. To make your home’s “frosting” as appealing as possible, you’ll definitely want to think about planting stunning blooms and making sure your landscaping is […]
With the move to buyers’ markets in many areas, you’ll want your for-sale home to look its best. And that requires focus. Focused staging, that is. Staging your home can increase the offer amount by up to 10%, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) 2017 Profile of Home Staging. But what if you […]