No matter the asking price, simple curb appeal changes can set the scene to immediately attract buyers to a property. Data shows that a majority of home buyers look at properties online or drive by before contacting an agent. As a result, the exterior of the property is always a major selling point. The […]
Toronto Seller Posts
Amp Up Curb Appeal Of Your House
A property’s curb appeal naturally makes a critical first impression. “If everything within the front space is well-chosen and in perfect repair—from the mailbox and house numbers to the walkway and landscaping—buyers will think, ‘This house is obviously well-cared for,’ ” says Lisa Grant Vail, a real estate professional with Keller Williams Atlanta Perimeter and […]
When to Pay Off Your Mortgage
Wouldn’t’ it be nice to be living without any debt or financial liabilities? It would surely give someone a whole lot of peace of mind, particularly those who are nearing their retirement. Experts advise that it is generally best to go ahead and pay off your mortgage loans before retirement, but only after weighing […]
Why You Should Buy the Cheapest Home on the Best Block
I bet you think buying an affordable city home requires a sacrifice: the neighborhood will have a low Walk Score and the highly rated schools will be out of reach. Not necessarily. Some affordable homes are in city neighborhoods near highly rated schools and within walking distance to everyday amenities. But there’s a catch. To […]
CMHC flags housing market risks in Toronto, Saskatoon, Regina
The federal housing agency says there is a risk of correction in Canadian housing markets in several cities, especially Toronto, Saskatoon and Regina, because of overvaluation and overbuilding of real estate. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation looks at housing markets in 15 Canadian cities every quarter, in an effort to detect housing bubbles. Average Canadian […]
