Larry Leonzi Real Estate

06/04/2026

The Federal Reserve has a new chair, but mortgage rates moved in the wrong direction this week. Even so, a review of the spring housing market reveals genuine green shoots—and a clear lesson for sellers about what actually moves homes.

06/03/2026

Over 20% of Americans are receiving Social Security. SS benefits will be reduced in 2033. What changes are being considered? How will it affect you? Read to learn more.

06/03/2026

The housing market hasn’t rebounded as quickly as experts originally hoped. But that doesn’t mean it’s stalled.

Higher inflation and lingering economic uncertainty caused economists to revise their forecasts for this year. But importantly, when those two things settle down, many experts believe the market will regain its momentum.

So don’t see this revision in forecasts as a sign of trouble. See it as a temporary reaction to overall conditions and uncertainty.

If you want to know what’s happening in our local market, and what it could mean for your plans for the rest of this year, let’s connect.

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

06/03/2026

Tanfluencers on TikTok and Instagram are encouraging tanmaxxing via suntanning longer, using tanning beds and accelerators and even foregoing sunscreen to...

06/02/2026

Home equity rates across the country have fallen in the first quarter, according to ATTOM, a real estate analytics firm. ATTOM’s “2026 U.S. Home Equity & Underwater Report” found that 43.3% of properties with a mortgage were considered “equity-rich,” down from 44.6% in the fourth quarter, ...

06/01/2026

Throw pillows are the easiest way to spruce up your outdoor decor without breaking the bank. Whether you prefer vibrant florals, warm neutrals or playful patterns, we've rounded up some of the best finds for the season.

06/01/2026

Today’s smaller single-family homes and condos have more going for them than the square footage suggests. They can give your budget some breathing room and put you in a community designed with lifestyle in mind.

Curious about the options in our area? Let's connect.

You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

06/01/2026

05/31/2026

Q: I ate the best steak tartare I’ve ever had at Sash in Toronto. I didn’t think anyone could improve on the classic, but chef Sash did! Can you get me the recipe? — ALISSA, Barrie, Ont.

05/30/2026

When Realtor.com® first exposed the hidden home equity tax a year ago, it looked like a penalty on patience.