8 Things to look for when viewing a property
Looking for a home to buy can be an overwhelming experience for many people. With competing emotions, feelings and questions, it's possible you might overlook some very important details while house hunting. Below, we've outlined some key points to consider when viewing a property.
APRIL 2022: MONTH IN REVIEW
With the 2022 federal budget and the Bank of Canada's interest rate increase, real estate continued to be a popular topic in April. The federal government unveiled the 2022 budget making the prices of housing a priority and the Bank of Canada shared its largest rate increase in more than 20 years.
When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to understand is how to best protect yourself and your investment if anything were to go wrong. Check out the information on home insurance versus home warranty below to educate yourself on your options.
Home Insurance
We all want to be good neighbours. But when it comes to selling your home, it’s not just about “keeping up with the Joneses.” It’s about outshining them at every opportunity!
If you’re looking to sell your home fast and for the most money possible, you’ll need a strategy to set it apart from all the other listings competing for buyers in your area. That’s why we’ve outlined our proven, five-step plan for serious sellers.
Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighbourhoods. This has led some sellers to question the need for an agent. After all, why spend money on a listing agent when it seems that you can stick a For Sale sign in the yard then watch a line form around the block?
When COVID-related shutdowns began in March, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to respond to the shift. Record-low interest rates caused lenders to halt new underwriting, and homeowners debated whether or not to put their houses on the market. However, those first days of uncertainty ushered in a period of growth in Canadian real estate, which currently accounts for a record-setting 9% of the country’s overall economic output.
The FTHBI is here. Learn how it can save you money on your first home purchase. For the first time in years, Canada’s first-time buyers have a reason to feel optimistic. September 2, 2019, marked the launch of the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s all-new First-Time Home Buyers Incentive (FTHBI), a financial incentive designed to help middle-class Canadians buy their first property.
