One of the most common questions in Real Estate is When is the best time TO Sell? Articles and articles have been written by “experts” in their respective fields: Mortgage Brokers, Lawyers, Economists and even Realtors! More often than not and quite typically the answer is the Spring Market. That argument is usually based on the sheer volume of sales that occur during that time period. This idea of spring being the “best” time to sell is not hard and fast rule. For... [read more]

Most of the public is still not aware of these available funds for having KITEC deficient plumbing materials within their home. Set aside for settlements is $125 million dollars throughout North America. For those that do not know what KITEC plumbing is, it’s a defective plumbing material that will deteriorate over time and cause water issues within a home. It was developed to help replace the expensive commodity copper and was found to be easier to install. KITEC was installed... [read more]

Whether you love them or hate them, elevators are a necessary part of condo living. As buildings get taller, elevator manufacturers have been forced to innovate to keep up with modern-day needs. In 1857, Otis Elevator invented the first passenger elevator in a five-storey building in New York City. This innovation ultimately paved the way for the rise – literally – of skyscrapers across the world and changed the face of urban landscapes forever. Despite the fact that elevators... [read more]

As in any industry everyone wants you to think they have the edge. Often it is a lead to get you to “buy into” what they have to offer and it is often too good to be true. In our changing society when you most certainly can’t judge the book by its cover, this “too good to be true” is increasingly the reality. In the Real Estate industry there are a few one liners you may want to consider more closely. I Have A Buyer For Your Home This is the biggest one... [read more]

Tips on How to Keep a Home Safe Change the Locks Changing the locks on all the home’s exterior entry doors is one of the first steps recommended to new homeowners after closing. Re-keying a house is a relatively inexpensive process and one that can bring great peace of mind to new homeowners. Over the years, previous owners may have given keys to various friends, family members, contractors and neighbours, so changing the locks is a safe option that also helps new owners feel more... [read more]