FEELING THE PRESSURE IN APRIL: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
The GTA housing market continued to intensify in April 2023. On a year-over-year basis, sales lowered slightly compared to April 2022, but new listings were down by more than one-third. Fewer listings relative to sales meant there was more competition between buyers, influencing an improvement in selling prices since the beginning of this year. In […]
WHEN TO REPLACE COMMON HOUSEHOLD FIXTURES
Regular maintenance and gentle use can increase the longevity of your household fixtures; savvy homeowners understand this, and their extra care can mean real savings over their time in the home. Unfortunately, all fixtures in your home have a general lifespan and will need to be replaced or repaired eventually. Saving for these replacements can […]
AN INTENSE MARCH: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
The GTA’s housing market conditions intensified in March 2023. Sales accounted for an increased share of listings compared to March 2022, signifying that competition between buyers is likely on the rise. The average sale price was above the average list price for the first time since May 2022. As we moved through the first quarter, […]
HOW TO CREATE THE PERFECT PRIMARY BEDROOM RETREAT
Your bedroom should be a place of refuge and relaxation. It should be a space void of clutter, and just because it’s not a high-traffic space, doesn’t mean it should be an afterthought. A luxuriously restful bedroom can help you recharge and start your day successfully. Read on for inspiration on the elements every luxury […]
WRAPPING UP 2021: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
As 2021 came to a close, TRREBS MLS system reported a new record number of sales to end off the year. 121,712 sales were reported this year, a number that is up 7.7% from the previous high of 113,040 sales that we saw at the end of 2016, and up 28% compared to 2020. Demand […]
HOW TO KEEP YOUR PIPES FROM FREEZING THIS WINTER
A burst pipe can cause major damage to your house and belongings and certainly not something you want happening during the holidays! This is a relatively common occurrence during the winter, so understanding how and why it occurs can help you avoid a problem. Let us help! Why Pipes Burst If the water inside pipes […]
THE BATTLE BETWEEN SUPPLY VS. DEMAND CONTINUES IN NOVEMBER: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
New all-time highs and records were set this past month. Home sales reached a new record for the month of November and the average selling price also reached a new all-time high. New listings were down substantially compared to last year across all market segments – further highlighting the apparent supply issue within the GTA. […]
WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A WINTER VACATION HOME
Whether you’re an expert skier or you’re looking for an investment property, there is no question that skiing is a lifestyle. Ski town real estate has unique features, from ski-in, ski-out properties to condos that boast both mountain and city views to secluded mountain estates. If you’re ready to invest in a ski home to […]
A DEMANDING OCTOBER: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
Home sales in the GTA have reached the second-highest level on record for the month of October. However, the inventory of homes listed for sale did not keep up with the pace of demand. The number of new listings had dropped by approximately 33% compared to October 2020. Market conditions tightened across all major home […]
OUR TRADITIONAL ‘FALL MARKET’ IS BACK IN FULL-SWING: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
As summer swiftly ended -as it does every year- September marked the transition from our slower-paced summer market to the notoriously busier fall market in the GTA. Each year, we tend to see an increase in sales, average selling price and listings after Labour Day, and September 2021 did not disappoint. Sales relative to August […]