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STAY COOL AND DON’T OVERHEAT BY FOLLOWING OUR ADVICE

Presently, the real estate market has been complicated by changing mortgage rules, lack of inventory and rising interest rates. Separately, each of these factors can complicate buying/selling decisions making conditions volitile. Many other issues can impact the...

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Time To Panic or Take a Deep Breath

Written BY KEVIN GUEST

Buying and selling real estate is undoubtedly one of the most emotional experiences in our lives. A home provides shelter and solace from an increasingly challenging world, but what happens when our largest investment makes us question our financial security? Over the last three months the market has seen shrinking prices sending...

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OVER THE HILLS AND TOO FAR AWAY

The real estate business introduces the practitioner to a number of interesting buying/selling circumstances. First-time buyers, renters, commercial clients and downsizers are a few of the situations we’ve helped clients navigate. Late last year, we embarked on our own real estate adventure when our son, Cole, decided to relocate to Victoria, British...

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Toronto - Mega Block Developments

There was an interesting opinion piece in The Globe and Mail on Friday January 8, 2021, written by Alex Bozikovic, discussing a proposed development on the southwest corner of Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto. Mr. Bozikovic is the architecture critic for the paper and has made contributions to several publications and authored a book on Toronto architecture....

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When will the market pop!

Often when talking to friends and acquaintances I’m asked, “what do you think about the real estate market and when will it pop?” My quick answer usually goes something like this, “if I had that answer I wouldn’t be talking to you, rather, I would be on a private island living out my dreams”. In this blog I would like...

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Lower interest rates have not necessarily helped first time buyers
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our lives in almost every way. Certain aspects like family and home-based pursuits have been strengthened, while external activities like education, recreation and entertainment have been challenged.
 
Covid-19 has had an absolute impact on the economy with many businesses closing, negatively impacting employment...
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WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?

Being in the present is important for our health and perspective, our future presents a plethora of opportunities for growth. Without trying to be overly new age, the steps we take now will provide a brighter tomorrow. The new year is a fresh start and avoiding grand resolutions may help avoid self-deprecation as the winter months drag on. Bearing this...

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MARKET UPDATE: mortgage debt held by institutional lenders has reached a new high.

Finally, a beautiful sunny day with seasonable temperatures has arrived. The cool weather, gloomy skies and rain haven’t helped the spring real estate market.


Some analysts feel a recession is possible, but recent positive unemployment numbers and continued control of interest rates should temper any long-term economic pull back.


There are several...

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CANADIAN WINTERS - CAN BE DESTRUCTIVE TO YOUR HOME

This winter, Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area suffered unusually cold temperatures. Piles of snow, freezing rain and rain coupled with high winds wreaked havoc on our homes. Although extreme weather is a part of Canadian weather your home may be suffering from some bumps and bruises manifesting in roof and foundation leaks. As a home owner it is...

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Part of the Guest Homes Guide To Buying & Selling A Home.

In the second installment of our video series Kevin Guest speaks to Mortgage Specialist Kim Rankin. Topics covered include common mistakes made by potential home buyers when looking for a home and how to protect your credit score.

 

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We are now in the second quarter of 2018, while we are still waiting for greener grass flowers to blossom Patricia, Cheryl and Kevin have been spending time preparing for a busy spring, summer and fall season.

We have been fortunate to partner with our clients and friends to create positive outcomes with their biggest investment. While we haven’t...

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