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10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community
This year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community. It truly “takes a village” to keep a community functioning effectively, whether that’s by keeping our waterways clean, feeding the hungry, teaching our kids, or supporting small businesses.
Renters for a Weekend or a While: What’s the Best Use of Your Investment Property?
The residential rental market is now the fastest-growing segment of the housing market. In Canada, rental units now account for nearly one-third of the country’s homes, with particular demand for multi-family units, including apartments and condominiums…
Will Your Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel.
Understanding Mortgage Trigger Points
While inflation has now likely peaked, we will still be dealing with the repercussions from these heightened levels for a while before things balance out. As inflation is corrected, we are also seeing home prices moving back to normal post-pandemic era.
Royal LePage lowers 2022 national home price forecast to 5% to reflect softening markets in Ontario and B.C.
The forecast has been revised downward from the previous quarter following more aggressive than expected interest rate hikes by the Bank of Canada.
Get Your Credit Score in Shape Before Buying a Home
How strong is your credit? Cleaning up your credit is essential before you make any major financial moves.
How to Amp Up The Resale Value of Your Home
Whether you're putting your home on the market this year or in the next five years, it is a smart decision to start building your home's resale value now.
2022 Home Price Forecast Increased After Exceptionally Strong First Quarter
The aggregate price of a home in Canada is expected to be 15% higher in the fourth quarter of this year compared to the end of 2021
5 Reasons to Sell Before the Selling Season Picks Up
Homes listed in the winter offseason not only sell faster than those in the spring, but sellers also net more above their asking price at this time.
Add Value To Your Home With These 9 DIY Improvements
Whether you’re prepping your house to go on the market or looking for ways to maximize its long-term appreciation, these nine home improvement projects are great ways to add function, beauty, and real value to your home.