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04/22/2024

Read on to figure out whether now is the right time to sell your house, and how to buy your next one.

The real estate market lately has made it a great time to sell a home — which means it’s not a very easy time to buy one, a conundrum for anyone who falls in the category of a second-time homebuyer. Even so, plenty of people are managing to make the trade from starter home to upgrade property: D...

04/21/2024

Home sales activity recorded over Canadian MLS Systems edged up 0.5% between February and March 2024, holding around 10% below an average of the last 10 years.

While there are expectations the Canadian housing market will pick up on some level this year, home sales and prices were mostly unchanged on a month-over-month basis in March 2024, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).

04/20/2024

Are you ready to transform your house into a cutting-edge sanctuary of convenience and security?

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything from the basics of a smart home to the essential devices you’ll need to get started. You’ll learn how automation and control systems work, and we’ll recommend some budget-friendly options for beginners.

04/19/2024

Preliminary data from local housing boards show some western markets, particularly in Alberta, saw a strong uptick in home sales in March.

Fears that the spring housing market could “overheat” will be in the background as the Bank of Canada readies for its interest rate decision on Wednesday, experts say.

03/11/2024

There are multiple advantages to using the equity they've accumulated via a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC) and it can be particularly advantageous for spring repairs.

Quality workmanship can take time, careful planning and money, all of which won't happen quickly. As such, the work you may be anticipating completing in March, April and May can start being conceived now. Perhaps most importantly, the finances to complete the work will need to be gathered in the pr...

03/10/2024

Read on how a little glow may bring in some green for you.

When the housing market slows down, it's common to look for anything to make your home outshine the competition. We asked some experts to share their best tips for instantly increasing your home's value and their answers may shock you with how easy it is.

03/09/2024

By learning about and avoiding common homebuying errors that waste money, you can make smarter decisions when purchasing real estate.

Buying a home is the largest purchase most people will ever make. Unfortunately, many homebuyers make costly mistakes that result in higher interest payments, unaffordable mortgages, or an inability to sell. By learning about and avoiding common homebuying errors that waste money, you can make smart...

03/08/2024

Buyers may want to start making moves now so they're ready to act when they find their dream home in March or April.

The official start to spring is just weeks away and, with it comes the most popular time of the year for homebuyers. Spring is often thought of as an opportune time for house hunting, thanks to a combination of improved weather and a better timeline for moving in the summer or fall.

03/07/2024

Rufus Wainwright — the acclaimed Canadian singer, songwriter and composer — is parting ways with his enchanting Laurel Canyon, Los Angeles residence.

Known for his soul-stirring rendition of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” Wainwright and his husband, Jörn Weisbrodt, an art director, have decided to list their stunning abode for $2.2 million — announcing the news on Instagram, no less.

03/06/2024

If you need help calculating your break-even point, follow these steps.

The break-even point on a mortgage refinance is the point at which the money you save with the new mortgage outweighs the closing costs you paid to get it. It's essentially the number of months before the refinance puts money in your pocket.

03/05/2024

In this article, we will take a look at the top 20 biggest mortgage companies in the US. If you want to skip our detailed analysis, you can go directly to the Top 5 Biggest Mortgage Companies in the US.

03/04/2024

Average Canadian home prices were expected to rise 1.2% this year after declining 5.5% last year, and climb another 3.3% in 2025, the Feb. 15-28 poll of 17 analysts showed.

Home prices in Canada are forecast to gain a bit this year and rise further in 2025 on relentless demand for housing amid scant new supply and prospects for interest rate cuts later in 2024, according to a Reuters poll of experts.