Interested in what the 2024 federal government officially proposed for the housing sector? Read on for the key takeaways at the link below:https://blog.remax.ca/2024-federal-budget-key-takeaways-for-housing/

We're thrilled to congratulate our incredible buyer client who just secured this lovely home in the Falgarwood community of Oakville! In a tough market, sometimes you have to think outside the box, and that's just what the Jennifer Van Sickle team did to acquire this wonderful...

A move-up buyer is someone looking to sell their current home and purchase another that is typically larger, more expensive, or better suited to their current needs. They differ from first-time homebuyers because they have already purchased a home and have built equity in thei...

The concept of purchasing a property “as is” indicates the seller’s intent to not make repairs before the sale, thus transferring the burden of any property issues and repair costs to the buyer. It’s a common myth that an “as-is” purchase locks the buyer into the deal regardle...

Are you getting ready to sell your home? Make your interior and outdoor spaces appealing to potential buyers - first impressions are crucial when selling your house. Make a list of the things you need to do to get your house ready for sale in order to increase the likelihood o...

It's important to think about your entire financial situation when thinking about purchasing a home, taking into account things like down payments, mortgage rates, property taxes, insurance, existing obligations, and lifestyle. Affordability is a multifaceted concept that invo...

Falgarwood is more than just a neighbourhood - it's a lifestyle. with a myriad of housing styles rooted in the architecture of the 60's to 80's, it's an area that truly caters to families. from affordable semi-detached houses to townhoms to custom-built infill development, it'...

Refinancing a mortgage can allow homeowners to improve their financial situation by lowering monthly payments, accessing equity, or consolidating debt. However, it is crucial to avoid the following pitfalls when navigating the refinancing process. Follow the link below to lear...

What is a 15 minute neighbourhood?  In response to the crisis around Canada's housing shortage, RE/MAX Canada examines possible solutions through the publication of their latest report, 15-Minute Neighbourhoods: Lessons for Small Communities.  This new report is named 15-minut...

Did you know that Realtor's can be a great resource when looking for a rental property? Some of the key benefits of working with a Realtor include, leveraging their expert knowledge of the market, access to more listings and securing the best agreement possible as a result of ...

Planning on renovating or upgrading parts of your home this year? Did you know that Enbridge and Canada's Greener Homes Grant have partnered to provide rebates towards eligible retrofits such as home insulation, windows and doors, heat pumps and renewable energy systems? For m...

In Ontario, the sale of newly built homes is subject to GST/HST. This means that anyone in Ontario who purchases a new home from a builder is required to pay HST/GST on their purchase.The GST/HST New Housing Rebate was introduced to help homeowners deal with the cost of buying...

Although the average home prices have dropped over the past year in most Canadian cities, the amount of income required to purchase a home has actually increased. Affordability has become worse over the past year due to rising mortgage rates and stress tests put in place by le...

When analyzing home sale prices, it is crucial to consider the type of central tendency to use in order to gain a clear picture of the market. Some metrics, such as the median and average price can be heavily influenced by outliers if a number of lower-priced or higher priced ...