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Over the last several months, one of the biggest economic headlines had been the price of lumber. It has been a boom-and-bust tale for a critical material in the home-building process – and a costly factor for homeowners and buyers. This past spring, the cost of basic lumber skyrocketed to $1,670.50 per thousand board feet on…
The Brantford housing market has been considered a desirable place to live in Ontario, due to its proximity to the Greater Toronto Area and Niagara Falls, and its comparatively lower housing prices. But do current market conditions support this trend in the future? Home to just over 100,000 people, Brantford, Ontario is situated on the…
Industry professionalism needed to build back consumer confidence Particularly for buyers engaged in the Canadian real estate market, the transaction is filled with mounting complexities and undeniable frustrations – most specifically, the lack of transparency in under-market-value listing strategies within an already expensive market, and the perceived conflicts of interest this elicits among consumers toward…
There are many things to consider when choosing the home for you. It may seem obvious, but the importance of liveability and your wants and needs need to be addressed. Check out this list of the main liveability factors that you should consider when finding your next home. Location Location is key when searching for…
Low supply and high demand have given sellers the edge in the Canadian real estate market, and blind bidding has become much more common over the last year, artificially inflating housing values nationwide, and leaving many families sitting on the sidelines. What is it exactly? Blind bidding is the process of submitting a bid without knowing what the other…
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you will make in your lifetime. While the initial purchase of a home is a big cost, it is important to keep in mind the expected – and unexpected – costs of owning a home. From maintenance fixes and utilities, to insurance and emergency costs, it…
Here’s what everyone is looking for in a post-pandemic home (yes, including pizza ovens). The pandemic has changed our lives in every way imaginable. And being at home in “lockdown” mode for so long caused many homebuyers to rethink what they want in a home. Just as we learned (at least some of us did)…
As the Canadian real estate market becomes even more competitive, buyers are having to make tough choices when it comes to choosing between their housing needs and wants. Before you lose out on purchasing that potential dream home, learn how to weigh your wish list against a reality check. Housing Needs vs Wants Big Yard…
What are the home renovations that buyers want to see on the market? It’s a great question, and one you’ve likely pored over if you’re preparing to list your home for sale in the near future, or you’re embarking on a renovation with a thought to long-term resale value. According to the 2021 RE/MAX Renovation Investment…
What happens at a house showing? This important question has historically been eclipsed by others like, “How much should we list for?” and “How long will it take to sell?” However, COVID-19 has home many sellers considering showings from a different perspective, with extra attention paid to safety, convenience and current best-practices (think technology). Here’s what…
Owning a home is a keystone of wealth… both financial affluence and emotional security.