For most people, selling a house is one of the biggest financial transactions they’ll ever make. And if you’re selling your house in Toronto, it can be even more challenging due to the competitive real estate market. But don’t worry! With the right strategy and approach, you can sell your home quickly and for a great price. One of the biggest challenges of selling a house in Toronto is standing out from the competition. There are thousands of homes for sale in Toronto at... [read more]

Hold onto your hats, folks! The real estate roller coaster is picking up speed and showing no signs of slowing down. So, if you've been sitting on the fence about buying or selling, it's time to buckle up and dive right in. Trust me, you don't want to miss out on this wild ride. Need some proof? Check out my recent listing at 90 Niagara Street, which sold faster than you can say "bidding war!" Here are the stats that'll knock your socks off: DAYS ON MARKET:... [read more]

The Toronto Area Real Estate Board (TRREB) has just released fresh statistics, and it was a record-breaking year for property sales in the GTA. With 121,712 MLS System transactions recorded, total sales increased 7.7 percent from the previous high set in 2016 and were up 28% compared to 2020. The lack of inventory was the year's housing story. Despite an increase of 6.2% in new listings, they were unable to keep up with record demand, resulting in an all-time high average selling price... [read more]

Toronto Luxury Homes are breathtaking, exquisite, and unique Toronto is a city that has been growing in popularity as of late. Luxury homes are being built all over the city, and there are plenty of options for those who want to buy. Many people have misconceptions about Toronto's real estate market because they think it is only affordable for those who want to purchase condos or condo-style houses. They couldn't be more wrong! Luxury homes can be found all over the Greater... [read more]

Smart Home Technology and its Risks The risks of Smart Home Technology are many and varied, from unforeseen technical difficulties to security threats. Some of these risks can be very simple, while others can be more serious. For example, technology hitches can cause a whole system to malfunction, causing inconvenience and vulnerability. Cybercriminals may also hack smart devices to access sensitive information. This information could be used for malicious purposes elsewhere, putting the... [read more]

9 Minimalist Modern Kitchen Design Ideas To Inspire You You’re looking for a new kitchen design, but you don’t know where to start. We have 10 minimalist modern kitchen designs that are sure to inspire you! These kitchens are perfect if you want something simple and clean, yet still functional. They will help make your home look great without taking up too much space or costing too much money. With these ideas in mind, it will be easy for you to create the perfect... [read more]

9 Luxury Home Features that Luxury Home Buyers Want Luxury home buyers are often looking for certain features when they purchase a new property. If you're in the market for a luxury home, there are many features that will influence your decision. This list of 9 Luxury Home Features that Luxury Home Buyers Want shows you some of the most sought-after features when it comes to purchasing a luxury home. Luxury homes are all about creating an incredible lifestyle that buyers want and are... [read more]

A Quick Guide to Sell your House in Toronto               Selling a home can be a daunting task. It is important to take the time and do your research to know what steps are needed to get it done as quickly as possible. Whether you are selling a Toronto home due to a new Jon, family growth or downsizing or just need a change, the process can be overwhelming. But don't worry! We have put together this guide with step-by-step... [read more]

June Toronto & GTA Real Estate Market Update Residential transactions reported through TRREB’s MLS® System remained high in May 2021, but fell short of the 2016 record and were below this year’s March peak. Despite a slight ebb in sales over the last two months, market conditions remained tight enough to push the average selling price to an all-time record in May. Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 11,951 sales in May 2021 – more than double the result... [read more]

Moving to Toronto - things to know before moving to Toronto Moving to Toronto? Here are some things you need to know before making the move. Toronto is one of the most diverse cities in North America, with a population that is over 2 million strong. It's also considered one of the world's top five most livable cities according to The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). Whether it be for work or school, there are many reasons why people choose to move here. But as with any big city,... [read more]

APRIL 2021 GTA Real Estate Market Update   The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) has released the sales figures for April. 13,663 transactions reported through the local MLS represent a new monthly sales record for April, making it the tenth consecutive month with record-setting sales.    April 2020 will be remembered as the first full month of the pandemic, making for poor comparisons…sales were up 362.1% from the same time last year. However, if we... [read more]

How to Buy a House in Mississauga Are you looking to buy a house in Mississauga, Ontario? If so, then this blog post is for you. There are many things that need to be considered before purchasing a property. In this blog post, we will show you in 8 steps on how to do this and answer some other frequently asked questions that come up when considering how to buy a house in Mississauga. See the latest homes for sale in Mississauga. Buying a house is one of the most important decisions... [read more]

What is Your HOME Worth? - 5 Factors that Determine Value There are many factors that go into determining how much your home is worth in the current market. There are 5 main factors that affect the price that people are willing to pay. 1. LOCATION Location is a very important factor in determining the value of your home. Your location has a huge impact on the cost of living, property taxes as well as how much you'll pay for things like school districts, crime rates. When... [read more]

March 2021 GTA Real Estate Report. For the third straight month of 2021, record home sales continued in March across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with buyers taking advantage of favourable borrowing costs and continued improvement in many sectors of the economy.   GTA REALTORS® reported 15,652 sales in March 2021 – close to double that of March 2020. While sales were strong, it is important to remember that for the second half of March we are comparing against the... [read more]

Home staging can make the difference between selling your house and selling your house for more money. In the real estate world, home staging is a method that is used to improve the appearance of a place so it will be more attractive to buyers. It's not a new idea, we're just going to say this first - home staging is about selling. It's about making your house attractive, warm, inviting. It's not just about adding paint and flowers and new carpets and all manner of expensive... [read more]

The home buying process is not easy. Even though you have found that property you intend to purchase, it does not mean that you will be able to make that purchase on the terms you want it to be. The real estate transaction is complex, involving a lot of work by the buyer's agent. This work is not always done in a smooth fashion or with the required speed. You will find that there are some transactions that are not yet concluded, where the buyer has to start all over again, and sometimes,... [read more]

Record home sales in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) continued in February as buyers remained confident in their employment situations and took advantage of ultra-low borrowing costs. With multiple buyers continuing to compete for many available listings, double-digit annual price growth was the norm throughout the GTA, with stronger rates of growth in the suburbs surrounding the City of Toronto.   GTA REALTORS® reported 10,970 sales through TRREB’s MLS® System... [read more]

Are you thinking of buying a home in Oakville, Ontario? If so there are several steps to the home buying process which will help save you time, money, and frustration. It's important to be aware of some of these processes to help you be prepared before you start the process.   Step 1: The first step you should take is to search for a realtor. This is a vital step, as you'll need someone who lives and breathes the community you're moving to and understands the... [read more]

This comprehensive moving checklist is designed to help you stay on track leading up to, during, and after moving day. Even with a long to-do list, moving doesn’t have to be stressful. Planning and Preparation is everything! 8 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR MOVE o Ask your agent to recommend a great moving company (to find the best agent simply go to HotSellerTips.com and click the ‘Find My Agent’ tab) o Start collecting estimates from moving companies o Get some boxes. (If... [read more]

If you are thinking about selling your home in Toronto or the GTA and want to get the most money possible which I’m sure you do, I'm going to show you the nine biggest home selling mistakes and how you can avoid them. By avoiding these home selling mistakes, it will help you to sell your home for a higher price, sell quickly and make the home selling process much smoother. Selling your home in Toronto, Mississauga or Oakville can be a stressful time but eliminating these mistakes... [read more]

2020 Market Year in Review - The Key Facts  2020’s Toronto Housing Market Total sales and sale prices increased 95,151 sales were reported through TRREB’s MLS® System, representing an 8.4% increase from 2019. The average selling price was $929,699, representing a 13.5% increase year over year. +13.5% selling price +8.4% in sales   Housing sales Increased buyer competition for low-rise, detached housing New listings for detached houses were... [read more]

January 2021 home sales amounted to 6,928 – up by more than 50 per cent compared to January 2020. This strong start to 2021 included sales growth across all major segments including condominium apartments, both in the City of Toronto and surrounding GTA regions.   New listings were also up on a year-over-year basis in January, but not by the same annual rate as sales. This means market conditions tightened compared to January 2020, resulting in the continuation of double-digit... [read more]

Inside a $4.8 Million Custom Modern Luxury Home in Toronto. In this video get an exclusive tour of this beautiful luxury home in Toronto. This house is a modern contemporary build and consists of 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and has over 7000 sq ft of living space on a 75 x 158 feet ravine lot. If you like luxury modern homes, then this stunning custom build has to be seen. This house has so much attention to detail, is thoughtfully designed, and has carefully selected high-end... [read more]

If you're really feeling signs of allergies like sinus congestion, dry eyes, migraine or coughing and sneezing, this could be as a result of bad air quality in your home. This can be from a wide variety of various sources such as mold and mildew, dirt, and other allergens. Right here are six steps you can take to improve the air quality in your home.   1. Get some plants Particular plants, like the Snake Plant, English Ivy, Bamboo Palm, Peace Lily as well as Spider Plant are... [read more]

There are many factors that go into determining how much your home is worth but here are the 5 main factors that affect the price that people are willing to pay in the current market. 1. LOCATION Location is a very important factor in determining the value of your home 2. COMPETITION Prospective buyers compare your property against competing properties. Buyers will perceive value based upon the properties that have sold or are available in the... [read more]

If you are looking to buy a house, following this step by step guide will help you during the process and eliminate home-buying mistakes.   1) Look for a real estate agent to help you through the maze.   2)  Interview real estate agents. Set appointments with agents to find out if they have the skills, services and professional attitude you’re looking for.   3)  Discover if the agent is working “for” you or... [read more]

    The record pace of home sales in the fall continued with 8,766 sales reported in November by Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® through the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s (TRREB) MLS® System. This result was up by 24.3% compared to November of last year.   Generally speaking, year-over-year growth in sales was stronger for single-family homes in the GTA regions... [read more]

Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) announced that the strong rebound in Greater Toronto Area (GTA) home sales continued with a record result for the month of August. GTA REALTORS® reported 10,775 residential sales through TRREB’s MLS® System in August 2020 – up by 40.3% compared to August 2019.   Sales were up on a year-over-year basis for all major home types, both in the City of Toronto and surrounding GTA regions. It should be noted that the low-rise... [read more]

JULY 2020 - Record Month!   The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) has released the sales figures for July and a new monthly sales record has been set with 11,081 transactions reported on the MLS. This represents a 29.5% increase over July 2019 and a 27.4% increase from June. Historically, we would experience a dip in the summer months but with COVID-19 impacting vacation plans, we are seeing the results of pent up demand from the market downturn experienced in April and... [read more]

Inside a $4.8 Million Custom Modern Luxury Home in Toronto. In this video get an exclusive tour of this beautiful luxury home in Toronto. This house is a modern contemporary build and consists of 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and has over 7000 sq ft of living space on a 75 x 158 feet ravine lot. If you like luxury modern homes, then this stunning custom build has to be seen. This house has so much attention to detail, is thoughtfully designed, and has carefully selected high-end materials that... [read more]

Toronto Regional Real Estate Board President Lisa Patel announced that Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 8,701 sales through TRREB’s MLS® System in June 2020. This result represented a very substantial increase over the May 2020 sales result, both on an actual (+89 per cent) and seasonally adjusted basis (+84 per cent), and was only down by 1.4 per cent compared to June 2019. Year-over-year growth in sales was reported in some areas and market segments.... [read more]