October 2025

Getting Ready to Buy a Home in 2026 Buying a home is a big milestone — and preparation is key. If your goal is to make a move in 2026, here’s a roadmap of smart steps you can take now to give yourself the best chance of a smooth, confident purchase. 1. Get Familiar with the Local Market Knowing the difference between a buyer’s market and a seller’s...

Understanding the Different Types of Homeownership When looking to buy a home, one key decision is which type of ownership best suits your lifestyle, goals, and budget. Homeownership isn’t always straightforward — depending on the arrangement, you may own just the structure, or also the land, or a portion of shared property. Below are the most common forms of...

Autumn 2025 Real Estate Market Outlook: Where Buyers and Sellers Hold the Edge As we move into the final quarter of 2025, market dynamics across regions are revealing some interesting opportunities and challenges. The balance between supply and demand is shifting in several places, affecting who holds the advantage: buyers or sellers. Understanding the Key Metric:...

Six Smart Strategies to Sell Your Home This Fall Thinking of putting your home on the market this autumn? With the right approach, you can maintain appeal and attract buyers even as days grow cooler and daylight wanes. Here are six strategies to make your property stand out this season. 1. Keep the Exterior Tidy While falling leaves add charm to landscapes, once they...

Fall 2025 Housing Market Overview: What’s Next in Canada As we move into Fall 2025, the Canadian housing market reflects a mix of caution and opportunity. Shifts in affordability, supply, and buyer/seller expectations are creating a landscape that’s neither fully in favour of buyers nor sellers—but somewhere in between. Key Trends Shaping the Market 1. Home Sales...

Should You Finish Your Basement Before Selling? One of the biggest questions homeowners face is deciding which upgrades are worth the investment. A common dilemma is whether to finish the basement before putting the property on the market. While a finished basement can certainly add appeal, it also comes with costs, time considerations, and potential risks. Let’s...

How to Sell a House: A Step-by-Step Guide Selling a home is often one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions you’ll make. The process can feel overwhelming, but with the right preparation and understanding of each step, it doesn’t have to be stressful. Here’s a simple guide to help you navigate the journey with confidence. 1. Decide to Sell and...

Clearing up Common Myths About the Fall Real Estate Market As summer winds down and autumn begins, many believe the real estate market slows to a crawl—or that homes are harder to sell in fall. But that’s not always the case. Below are some myths people often believe, followed by truths that can help you approach fall selling in the strongest possible way. Myth...

Is Toronto’s Condo Market Crashing — Or Just Cooling Off? Condominiums remain one of the more affordable ways for many people to get into Toronto real estate — especially when detached homes and semi-detached still cost well over a million in many areas. But lately, there’s a lot of talk: is the condo market in a tailspin, or simply going through a...