Friday, November 10, 2023 @ 2:33 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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A lush lawn and blooming flower beds are the pride and joy of many homeowners. Canada’s harsh winters, however, can quickly squash the hard work you’ve put into nurturing and maintaining your outdoor spaces during the summer months. To ensure that your backyard gets off to a good start when
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: Rennovations,Maximize investment,home improvement
Friday, October 27, 2023 @ 3:47 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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The Bank of Canada announced on October 25th it would be holding its key lending rate at 5.0%, the second consecutive hold since two quarter-point increases were made over the summer. Since March of last year, the central bank has imposed an unprecedented number of rate hikes in an effort
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: Market Trends
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 @ 4:07 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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While many Canadians have adjusted to the increased cost of borrowing, elevated interest rates continue to impact activity in markets across the country, keeping some buyers and sellers stuck on the sidelines. During the third quarter, inventory rose and sales activity softened, although this did not necessarily translate into steep
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: Buying,Selling,Tips,Market
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 @ 4:02 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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Home buying is never just a financial decision; it’s deeply emotional. For many, a home signifies stability, a fresh start, or even a milestone
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: Buying,Selling,Tips,Market,First-time buyers
Saturday, September 30, 2023 @ 11:09 AM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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The season of pumpkin spice is once again upon us, and so are fall decorating traditions. For many of us, the transition from summer to fall is a nostalgic time to break out the spooky decor, unpack the turkey-themed table runner and adorn the front door with our favourite fall
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: Home Improvement,Tips
Thursday, August 31, 2023 @ 1:37 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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High property prices, elevated interest rates and the rising cost of living has prompted many Canadians to rethink their lifestyle and housing needs. For some, this means pooling financial resources with other family members and friends in order to gain access to the housing market. By co-owning a property (with
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: Real Estate Market,Snapshot,Home,Market Trends
Thursday, August 17, 2023 @ 1:11 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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Every now and then, you may look at your kitchen and feel that it needs a facelift to bring it up to speed with current design trends. Thankfully, upgrading your home doesn’t have to break the bank, or require a major construction overhaul. Even small updates like switching out cabinet
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: Real Estate Market,Snapshot,Home,Market Trends,Home Improvement,Buying & Selling
Thursday, July 13, 2023 @ 11:34 AM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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Canadians continue to grapple with the increased cost of living, and the Bank of Canada’s latest hike to interest rates this week will add more pressure to variable rate mortgage holders, as well as those looking to qualify for lending. While buyers who have secured a rate hold are anxious
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Category: Real Estate
Tags: Real Estate Market,Snapshot,Home,Market Trends
Friday, June 9, 2023 @ 1:39 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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From graduates moving back home after finishing post-secondary school, to elderly parents living with their adult children, more Canadians are choosing to cohabitate with family members. Although the tradition of generations residing together under one roof is not a new concept, the trend has become more common in North America
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Category: Home Improvement
Tags: Home Improvement,Tips,Real Estate
Wednesday, May 3, 2023 @ 2:23 PM
Posted By: Josie Attardo & Alex Stoller
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Moving into a new home should be an exciting time, but without proper planning and organization, the whole experience can quickly turn into an overwhelming ordeal. To help ease the anxieties of moving day, here’s a handy to-do list to keep you organized and on-track: 1. Plan ahead This may
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Category: Tips
Tags: Buying,Selling,Tips,Market,First-time buyers