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Lena Lyash - RE / MAX Niagara Realty Ltd., Brokerage

Helping families Buy+Sell+Invest with RE/MAX Niagara Realty Ltd. for the NIAGARA REGION.
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Professionally trained REALTOR® who specializes in real estate across the Niagara Region.

08/19/2026

Home inspection reports are supposed to look a little scary. 👀

Especially for first-time buyers, seeing pages of deficiencies, photos and recommendations can feel overwhelming — but an inspection isn’t a pass/fail test.

It’s there to help you understand what you’re actually buying.

🔍 A home inspection looks at major components like the roof, electrical, plumbing, heating/cooling and foundation.

📝 In Ontario, buyers can include a home inspection condition in their offer, giving them an opportunity to complete important due diligence before the deal becomes firm.

💰 Not every item is a deal breaker. A loose handle and a failing furnace are two very different things! The important part is understanding the severity, urgency and potential cost of what’s found.

📚 And keep that report after closing — it can become a great maintenance roadmap for your new home.

An inspection report isn’t there to scare you out of a house. It’s there to help you buy it with your eyes open🤍

08/17/2026

🏡 MID-AUGUST NIAGARA FALLS REAL ESTATE CHECK-IN

The Niagara market is shifting — but that doesn’t mean opportunity has disappeared. In fact, this more balanced market is creating advantages for both buyers AND sellers who have the right strategy.

📊 WHAT’S HAPPENING IN NIAGARA?
Inventory has increased compared with the ultra-competitive markets we’ve experienced in recent years, giving buyers more selection and a little more breathing room.

For sellers, that means strategy matters more — and that can be a very good thing.

Buyers who are shopping right now tend to be more intentional and prepared. Homes that are priced properly, presented beautifully and marketed well can stand out quickly against competing inventory.

Instead of every property selling simply because it hit the market, we’re seeing buyers reward the homes that offer the strongest combination of condition, value, location and presentation.

💰 BORROWING CONDITIONS HAVE IMPROVED
The Bank of Canada is currently holding its overnight rate at 2.25%, helping create a much more approachable borrowing environment than buyers faced during the peak of higher rates.

That means some buyers who stepped away from the market are starting to reconsider their options.

🏠 AND THERE ARE NEW INCENTIVES FOR BUYERS

Ontario has introduced an Enhanced New Housing Rebate that may provide eligible buyers of qualifying new or substantially renovated homes with up to $80,000 back on the provincial portion of HST.

First-time buyers may also be able to take advantage of:

🔑 The FHSA — up to $40,000 in lifetime contributions toward a qualifying first home.

🔑 The Home Buyers’ Plan — eligible buyers may withdraw up to $60,000 from their RRSP.

🔑 A federal first-time home buyer GST/HST rebate worth up to $50,000 on qualifying new homes.

🔑 30-year insured mortgages for eligible first-time buyers and buyers of new construction, potentially helping lower monthly payments.

If you're wondering what your home could realistically sell for in today's Niagara market — or whether now could be the right time to make your move — let's talk.

Lena Lyash | REALTOR®
📲287-687-5512

08/11/2026

Putting it out into the universe… and look what came back.🏡❤️

call me… 289-246-5521
Lena Lyash

08/08/2026

🏡 Need to lease a place to call home after the recent flooding?

We know the past week has been incredibly difficult for many families across Niagara, with homes damaged and routines suddenly turned upside down.

If you or someone you know needs a comfortable, fully furnished place to stay while repairs are being completed, this downtown Niagara Falls rental may be a helpful option.

✨ 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
🛋️ Fully furnished + kitchen essentials
💡 All-inclusive — heat, hydro, water & high-speed internet
🚗 Parking included
🌊 Beautiful Niagara River views
🌿 Large furnished patio with BBQ
📍 Walkable downtown location close to groceries, restaurants, transit and everyday necessities

Originally offered with students in mind, the turnkey setup also makes it especially convenient for anyone who needs to relocate quickly without the added stress of arranging furniture, utilities or internet.

If you’ve been displaced by the recent flooding, or know someone who has, please feel free to reach out to Elena Lyash for more information or to discuss availability.

Sometimes having a comfortable place to land can make an overwhelming situation just a little easier. ❤️

08/04/2026

Today isn't about buying or selling homes....It's about helping our neighbours protect them.

I wasn't just helping clients through one of the toughest storms our community has experienced... I was living it too🙏🏻

Like so many families across Niagara, my home flooded. The basement filled with water, and much of what was stored there can't be saved. It's overwhelming, emotional, and honestly something you never think will happen to you until it does.

Over the last few days, I've been reminded that a home is so much more than four walls. It's where our memories live, where we feel safe, and where we gather with the people we love🏡

To everyone who has been affected by this week's flooding, please know you're not alone. My heart is with you.

If there's one thing I've learned already, it's that accepting help isn't a sign of weakness—it's what makes a community strong. Whether you need recommendations for restoration companies, trusted contractors, insurance resources, or to find temporary living, I'm here. 289-687-5512

Niagara has always been a community that shows up for one another. I have no doubt we'll get through this together. ❤️

08/01/2026

Halfway through summer already! ☀️

Whether you’ve spent the season enjoying backyard BBQs, weekends at the lake, or exploring everything Niagara has to offer, now is the perfect time to check in on your real estate goals.

If buying or selling has been sitting on your “maybe later” list, you might be surprised by the opportunities still available this season👍

👇 Tell me honestly…

🏡 Already moved?
👀 Actively house hunting?
🤔 Waiting until the fall market?
❤️ Just enjoying summer for now?

No wrong answers—I love hearing where everyone is in their real estate journey!

Have a fun, safe, and relaxing Civic Holiday weekend🎆

☎️ Lena Lyash: 289-687-5512

07/28/2026

🏡 This Niagara Falls home deserves another look!

Located at 8139 Buckeye Crescent, this nearly new, beautifully upgraded home offers more than 2,400 sq. ft. of finished living space, 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms—all in one of Niagara Falls’ growing family-friendly neighbourhoods.

The primary suite feels like its own private retreat with two walk-in closets and a spa-inspired ensuite, while the second-floor family room opens onto a covered balcony. On the main level, you’ll find a bright open-concept kitchen, new stainless steel appliances, engineered hardwood flooring and a spacious great room made for everyday family living.

One of the biggest highlights? The private, treed backyard with no rear neighbours and a walk-out basement offering incredible potential for additional bedrooms, an in-law suite or multigenerational living.

✨ 4 bedrooms
✨ 3 bathrooms
✨ Over 2,400 sq. ft.
✨ Double garage and parking for 6
✨ Walk-out basement
✨ No rear neighbours
✨ Minutes from Costco, schools, shopping, the QEW and the future Niagara hospital

✨Offered at $880,000✨

Sometimes the right home is already waiting—you just need to take a closer look. Contact me to arrange your showing✅

🏡Lena Lyash
RE/MAX Niagara Realty Ltd., Brokerage
📞 289-687-5512

07/21/2026

There is something so special about watching your daughter begin a brand-new chapter💍🏡

After a beautiful City Hall wedding, it had me thinking about another exciting milestone many couples experience together—the search for their first home as newlyweds.

Buying a home together is about more than bedrooms, finishes and square footage. It means having honest conversations about your budget, preferred location, future plans, commute, lifestyle and the features that matter most to each of you.

For couples beginning their search in Niagara, my best advice is to get pre-approved early, understand the full cost of homeownership and make a list of your shared must-haves before touring properties.

Your first home does not have to be perfect or forever. It simply needs to be the right place to begin building your life together.

Congratulations to my daughter and her new husband on this beautiful new chapter. 🤍

Thinking about purchasing your first home together? I would be honoured to help you navigate the journey.
☎️ Lena Lyash: 280-687-5512

07/15/2026

The Bank of Canada is holding interest rates steady—bringing a little more predictability for buyers, sellers, and homeowners✅💰🏡

Are you thinking about making a move in Niagara Falls this year? Let’s chat about what this update could mean for your plans. ☎️ 289-687-5512

07/04/2026

✨For Lease✨
📍286 Vine St. Unit 7, St. Catharines
🛌2 Bedrooms
🛁1 Bathroom
🚗Parking
🔥LIMITED-TIME: Get $500 OFF Your First Months Rent

This lovely two-bedroom unit is located in a solid well-maintained 9-Units building, featuring a convenient location, large parking lot and bright new windows✅

Enjoy the fresh look and kitchen a fridge, stove, range hood, and dishwasher. Be the first to live in this spacious, and secure unit. The tenant only pays for hydro, saving significantly on the rest of utilities as the landlord covers landscaping, snow removal, heat, water, parking, building insurance, building maintenance, management fees, and property taxes, offering great value for the price of the lease🏡

Conveniently located close to shopping, banking, restaurants, and parks, and on a bus route for easy commuting, with schools nearby, immediate possession is available.

One Parking spot is included. Additional parking is $35/month. ☎️Give me a call today to schedule a showing.

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