Lisa Awgu Real Estate

06/04/2026

SOLD.

Congratulations to my investor clients who just secured their next project!

The game plan? Transforming this property from a single-family home into either a legal duplex or an upper unit with an in-law suite.

We took our time on this one. The right layout, the right neighbourhood, and most importantly, the right price. Investor deals are made when you buy right.💰

Can’t wait to see what you do with this property!

This one’s got a lot of potential 👀🏡

05/29/2026

SOLD.

This one was worth the wait.

The funny thing? It was actually the nicest unit out of four for sale in the building. The problem wasn’t the condo. It was the marketing.

Cell phone photos. Dated images. A listing that did absolutely nothing to show off the property’s strengths.

So while other buyers scrolled right past it, we took a closer look.

It was sitting on the market so we negotiated an even better price and secured an incredible first home.

Sellers: your property can only be as strong as the way it’s presented. Good marketing isn’t a luxury. It’s money in your pocket.

Looking to sell?

Let’s chat!

05/13/2026

SOLD.

Closing day for my buyer client and our THIRD deal together 🤍

This one sat on the market for months with multiple price drops (the snow in the listing photos should tell you everything 😝).

Tenant occupied too… which scared off a lot of buyers in this market.

We played the long game, kept a close eye on it, made sure vacant occupancy was properly secured with protective clauses and strategic revisits… and my client ended up securing a 3 bedroom townhouse for the LOWEST sale in the neighbourhood in years 👏

Patience + strategy always wins.

Send me a DM if you want to discuss your strategy 🙂

03/27/2026

Sold✨

Congratulations to my clients on their second venture into real estate.

This three bed, two bath detached home offered the perfect blend of cozy charm, with a large backyard that checked their number one box.

Strategic offer, strong ex*****on. We negotiated 15K off a property that had only been on the market for two days.

A win all around.

03/26/2026

Ontario just announced a major HST rebate change 👇

For a limited time, the province is removing the full 13% HST on new homes.

👉 On a $1,000,000 new build
HST = $130,000

With the new rebate you could save up to $130,000
(yes… that’s not a typo)

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This is where it gets interesting
📌Applies to new homes not resale
📌Full rebate up to about $1.5M
📌Available for 1 year

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This is exactly why pre construction can be such a strong move 💪

More flexibility, lower upfront costs, and now a pretty serious savings opportunity.

Not saying run… but also not saying walk 🙃

DM me, let’s chat 🙂

03/02/2026

Sold.

Congratulations to my sellers on the sale of their very first home. Years later, they’re now enjoying the equity that smart homeownership creates 👏🏽

This one was all strategy.

With a special assessment looming, multiple units competing in the same complex, and a slower winter market , we positioned this property to sell first out of five available units.

We secured a strong price before any firm direction on the special assessment was announced which was critical in protecting value and preventing downward pressure on offers.

When it comes to listing a home, strategy is everything.

And price? It’s not always the biggest lever.

Timing, positioning, and negotiation matter just as much.

02/09/2026

Just Listed ✨

💰$659,900

🏠 Legal Duplex

📍 Primary Unit
🛌 3 Bedrooms
🛁 2.5 Bathrooms

📍 Secondary Unit
🛌 1 Bedroom
🛁 1 Bathroom

Sneak Peek ✨📸

This beautiful duplex home offers exceptional versatility and value.

The main residence features a modern open-concept layout with a bright eat-in kitchen that is fully renovated with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and patio doors leading to a deck and a fully fenced, low-maintenance, turf backyard.

The upper level offers a spacious primary bedroom with a private ensuite featuring double sinks, two additional well-sized bedrooms, new carpeting throughout, and a newly added upstairs laundry hookup.

The brand-new basement apartment offers a separate entrance, large egress window, one bedroom, a partial kitchen, a modern three-piece bathroom, ensuite laundry, and new flooring throughout, providing excellent rental income potential that can help offset mortgage costs and improve overall affordability.

A true turnkey duplex offering modern finishes, income potential, and an unbeatable central location.

DM for more details and/or to set up a private viewing.

01/28/2026

Rate Hold ✨

BUYERS

Today’s rate hold brings something buyers value most: predictability.

With borrowing costs holding steady, you can plan with more confidence, negotiate thoughtfully, and take advantage of opportunities without the pressure of sudden rate changes.

Inventory is still selective, but motivated sellers are responding well to strong, well
structured offers.

This is a market where preparation and strategy give buyers real leverage.

SELLERS

For sellers, today’s announcement reinforces a key truth: pricing and presentation matter more than ever.

Buyers are active, but they’re informed and selective. Homes that are positioned correctly, priced realistically, and marketed properly are still selling well.

This is no longer a “test the market” environment; it’s a strategy driven one.

The right approach makes all the difference

11/18/2025

https://lisaawgu.com/how-first-time-home-buyers-in-ontario-can-find-value/

Discover why Ontario’s resale market offers the best opportunities for investors & first-time home buyers in Ontario. Expert insights from Lisa Awgu.

11/13/2025

SOLD ✨

Congratulations to my sweet sellers on the sale of their cozy townhome!

In a challenging market, we stayed consistent with marketing and used strategy to ensure they got the price they were looking for.