Lauren Reynaert-Royal Lepage Atlantic Fredericton

11/17/2025

A Must-Read for Every REALTOR®

Huge news in our industry: Phil Soper has been named Chair of The Realty Alliance, one of the most influential real estate leadership groups across North America.
Full article here: https://royallepageleadingedge.ca/phil-soper-named-chair-of-the-realty-alliance/

Why should every REALTOR® pay attention?

The Realty Alliance brings together some of the most successful full-service brokerages across Canada & the U.S.

Their focus on consumer experience, professionalism, innovation, and responsible data practices impacts ALL of us in the field.

Having a Canadian leader at the helm helps bring a stronger voice for the realities of the Canadian market.

And yes… as a Royal LePage Canada brokerage, we’re feeling pretty proud today.
Phil’s leadership is a big part of why Royal LePage continues to stand out — a brand rooted in Canadian values, industry leadership, and a commitment to moving the profession forward.

Whether you’re with RLP, another brokerage, a team, or working solo — this is the kind of leadership that raises the bar for everyone.

If you’re a REALTOR® who wants to stay ahead of the curve, understand where the industry is going, and align with brokerages that invest in the future…this one is definitely worth the read.

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11/17/2025

Huge shoutout to Johnny Avella — one of Royal LePage Canada Top 35 Under 35!

If you’re a REALTOR® who loves seeing others rise in this industry, his story is such a great read.

Johnny has built his success by:
• Leading with trust and transparency
• Using technology to work smarter and serve clients better
• Showing up consistently and treating real estate like the profession it is
• Creating value through education, content, and strong client relationships

What I love most is how he uses the tools and support available at Royal LePage to elevate his business — from tech platforms to mentorship to the culture of continuous learning.

It’s inspiring to see young, driven agents like Johnny thrive.
If you’re looking for a little motivation today, his journey is worth the read:

👉 https://royallepageleadingedge.ca/building-trust-leveraging-technology-and-standing-out-how-johnny-avella-became-one-of-royal-lepages-top-35-under-35/

How Johnny Avella leveraged credibility, cutting-edge technology and a client-first approach to become one of Royal LePage’s top young agents.>

11/14/2025

New Feature Alert on the Royal LePage Website! 🇨🇦
Proudly Canadian. Proudly helping families find the right home.

I’m excited to share a brand-new tool on our Royal LePage website — Search by School!
Now you and your clients can easily explore homes based on school zones across the country, making the home-hunting process even more personalized and family-focused.

Whether you’re a parent looking for the perfect neighbourhood, or a REALTOR® guiding clients through one of the biggest decisions of their lives, this feature is an incredible resource and super simple to share.

🔗 Try it here: https://www.royallepage.ca/en/search-by-school/?vgo_ee=8py62Has7SxohfO9a8FB7xwMiiEydDb54KfUR3FrVXqKtv%2FFY90a6gwax4Ja%3A3otn%2FKbyxUButnBlGIsijKEhrOCZsrA2

Another great reason why Royal LePage continues to lead the way in innovation — and always with Canadian families in mind.

Search and view homes for sale by school district or catchment area. Get prices, photos, maps, virtual tours and more information on properties for sale around elementary and secondary schools.

11/12/2025

📚 Always Learning, Always Growing

Tuning into a Tom Ferry webinar today — organized especially for our Royal LePage Atlantic REALTORS®!

For those who might not know, Tom Ferry is one of North America’s top real estate coaches — known for his high-energy sessions that help REALTORS® sharpen their skills, adapt to market changes, and build sustainable, thriving businesses.

In a market that’s constantly shifting, staying educated, adaptable, and engaged is key.

💡 Always learning. Always evolving. Always delivering value.

11/12/2025

🧠 Negotiation Intelligence: The Second Negotiation

Every experienced REALTOR® knows — the real deal often begins after the home inspection.

The inspection phase can be emotionally charged, and how you handle it says a lot about your professionalism and negotiation skill.
It’s not just about repair costs or price adjustments — it’s about curiosity, communication, and calm.

🔑 Takeaways:

Don’t react — respond. Ask questions before jumping to solutions.

Help your clients focus on fair outcomes, not frustration.

Manage expectations early — surprise kills deals.

A pre-listing inspection can be your best strategy.

This week’s REM article by Suze Cu***ng is a must-read for agents who want to level up their negotiation IQ:
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We’ve all been there. You’ve successfully negotiated an agreement, contingent on a home inspection. The inspection happens. Then the call comes.

11/10/2025

We’re not your average agents… we’re agents of a different stripe!
Real estate done the Royal LePage Atlantic way — bold, genuine, and always going the extra mile for our clients.”

11/10/2025

📊 Fredericton Market Snapshot — October 2025

The Fredericton housing market stayed steady through October, showing balanced activity across listings and sales.

✅ Month-over-Month (vs. September 2025):

Average Sale Price dipped slightly from $364,054 → $363,830

Number of Homes Sold edged up from 2,317 → 2,332

Average Days on Market held steady at 43 days

Active Listings decreased slightly from 580 → 551

📆 Year-over-Year (vs. October 2024):

Average Sale Price climbed 8.3% from $335,993 → $363,830

Homes Sold rose from 2,215 → 2,332

Days on Market increased slightly from 40 → 43

Active Listings grew from 532 → 551, giving buyers a touch more selection

Overall, Fredericton remains a stable and confident market, with prices holding strong and steady demand carrying into the fall season. 🍁

11/10/2025

I came across a thought-provoking article: “Are you a Realtor or a business owner?” by Mathew Ragan on REM - Real Estate Magazine

💡 It challenges how we frame our roles: Are we just agents doing deals, or are we actually building businesses that work with us — not for us? Some key takeaways I found:
When you’re doing everything (sales, marketing, admin, recruiting) you aren’t just working in the business — you are the business.

A true business owner thinks not just about this month’s closings, but about where the business will be in 5 years, and what kind of life they want alongside it.

Culture isn’t a buzzword — it’s the sum of your team’s behaviours, and the leader (you) sets the tone.

Profits matter. Net profit = gross revenue minus agent splits minus all business expenses. If you can’t answer “would I buy stock in my business?” the answer may reveal the fragility of your operation.

I believe this mindset is critical for growth — not only for you as an individual REALTOR, but for our collective team. Whether you’re building a leveraged team, scaling your productivity, or positioning yourself for longevity in this industry — this article is worth a read.

Would love to hear your thoughts: After reading it, ask yourself “Am I building a business — or just running a hustle?” Let’s talk about how you can take the next step.

If your real estate business were a publicly traded company, would you buy shares in it?

11/10/2025

🎯 Stay ahead of the market with your FREE Local Market Report for the Fredericton region! 🏡

See current market statistics for Fredericton, NB. Stats may include valuable information such as average listing price, price reductions, new listings, etc.

11/10/2025

🎯 Ready to find out what your home is worth in today’s market? 🏡

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Instant, easy, automated home price estimate.

11/10/2025

CREA Responds to the 2025 Federal Budget: What REALTORS® Should Know

The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has released its response to the 2025 Federal Budget, highlighting several measures that directly impact the real estate market — and conversations you’ll be having with clients this season.

✅ Positive Steps for Homebuyers & Housing Supply
• Expanded GST Relief: The federal government will maintain the full GST rebate on new homes priced up to $1 million and apply a reduced rate for homes between $1 million and $1.5 million — an important update for new-build buyers.
• Boosted Housing Support: Ottawa is raising CMHC’s mortgage guarantee cap to $1 trillion, supporting greater access to insured mortgages and multi-unit housing development.
• Infrastructure Investment: A new “Build Communities Strong” Fund will invest $51 billion over 10 years into roads, water systems, and municipal infrastructure — a move aimed at reducing development costs and unlocking more housing supply.

⚠️ Areas CREA Says Need More Work
• While the focus on new construction and infrastructure is positive, CREA notes that support for current buyers — especially those in the “missing middle” (townhomes, semis, smaller detached homes) — remains limited.
• The budget also eliminates the Underused Housing Tax and cancels the planned Secondary Suite Loan Program. These changes simplify policy, but their long-term affordability impact is still uncertain.

💬 Talking Points for Your Clients
• For buyers: Highlight the new GST thresholds and potential savings on new builds.
• For sellers: Emphasize that infrastructure investments can strengthen neighbourhood appeal and boost long-term property values.
• For both: Stay transparent about the ongoing affordability challenges and how these national measures may take time to filter down to the local market.

📖 Full CREA statement here → https://www.crea.ca/cafe/crea-responds-to-federal-budget-2025/

This week, the Minister of Finance, The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, delivered the first federal budget of the Mark Carney government.

11/05/2025