by Kari McBride | Jun 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Canada’s housing market hit a boiling point last year as homebuyers clambered for real estate in regions with significantly more demand than supply. Homeowners and buyers alike are now beginning to feel the pinch of rising interest rates and record inflation,...
by Kari McBride | May 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Our nation is in the midst of a shifting real estate market. But even as the buying frenzy begins to slow, many properties are still receiving multiple offers.1 So what’s the best way to compete as a buyer–especially if you’re wary about overpaying? While a high offer...
by Kari McBride | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market. Start by connecting with your REALTOR® as soon as...
by Kari McBride | Mar 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
The annual inflation rate in Canada is currently around 5.1%—the highest it’s been in 30 years.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend Canadian dollars, inflation impacts you. Economists expect the effects of inflation, like...
by Kari McBride | Feb 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from market conditions and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, the importance of design. It’s often one of the first things buyers notice when they walk into a home, and it’s also a detail that...
by Kari McBride | Jan 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that led to a record number of home sales and a historically-high rate of appreciation, as prices soared by a national average of 19.9% year over year, according to the...
by Kari McBride | Dec 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded-last minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years. But have no...
by Kari McBride | Nov 2, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, the number of newly listed homes dipped slightly in September, down 1.6% from August. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association, that’s only about 2.1 months of...
by Kari McBride | Sep 16, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels like it’s dwindling.¹ You’re not alone either if you’re...
by Kari McBride | Aug 4, 2021 | Uncategorized |
In a July release, the Canadian Real Estate Association reported that home sales had fallen for three months in a row after reaching an all-time high in March.1 So could one of the world’s hottest real estate markets finally be headed for a downturn? We wouldn’t bet...
