What Are Condo Fees?
Posted on Apr 29, 2025
What are condo fees, how are they calculated, and what do they cover? Are utilities included in condo fees? Are there townhouses with condo fees as well? Do condo owners pay property tax at all, within their condo fees, or separately?
As condos increasingly become the home of choice for many Canadian homebuyers – particularly first-timers, but incre...
Why Should I Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage?
Posted on Apr 16, 2025
You’re shopping for a new home, with the best intentions—but the housing market can be unpredictable and is ultimately out of your control. One big stressor you can take charge of, though, is financing. To limit sleepless nights and improve your chances of home-buying success, getting pre-approved for a mortgage is the first step.
To put it simply...
Is That Your Final Offer? Navigating the Negotiation Process
Posted on Mar 27, 2025
A home is the biggest purchase most of us will ever make, so it’s only natural to feel a little intimidated by the negotiation process. This is particularly the case for first-time buyers. Here are some tips to help you approach the negotiation process that will help you minimize stress, stay within your budget and get the best price for your new h...
Why Early Preparation is Key to Making Your Spring Listing Shine
Posted on Mar 04, 2025
As winter thaws and spring approaches, the real estate market starts to buzz with activity. If you're considering listing your home in spring, the best strategy is to start preparing early. Here’s why beginning your market analysis and home improvements ahead of time can make your property stand out during the peak listing season.
Start Early to Sta...
Ditching the Dining Room: Trendy or a Total Mistake?
Posted on Feb 21, 2025
When it comes to home design, trends come and go faster than you can say “shiplap.” Every year, articles flood the internet with predictions from design experts and real estate professionals about what’s in and what’s out. One year, it’s all about farmhouse chic; the next, mid-century modern reigns supreme.
Let’s be real, though. Most people don’t p...
What Happens at a House Showing?
Posted on Jan 23, 2025
And Signs a House Showing Went Well
What happens when agents are showing your home for sale? Are there negatives to showing your house while living in it? And what are the signs a house showing went well?
There’s no question that COVID-19 dramatically shifted the showing process in Canada, with extra attention paid to safety and social distancing. No...
