Categories for Costs of Home Buying

Dreaming of a Green, Spacious Future in Real Estate? Here’s Why You’re Not Alone

In today’s real estate market, buyers are on the lookout for more than just a roof over their heads. They’re prioritizing sustainability, space, and smart investments. Here’s why homes with these features are becoming increasingly popular: Eco-Friendly Features Today’s homeowners are more environmentally conscious than ever. Properties equipped with energy-efficient ...

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5 Ways to Make your Next Home more Affordable

Are you thinking about finding your next home? It can be tricky balancing what you want with what you can practically afford. Here are some tips that can make buying your dream home more doable: 1. Save for a larger down payment. A larger down payment can lower your monthly ...

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Toronto, Simcoe and York Region Real Estate Update – April 2023

The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market continued to tighten in April 2023. On a year-over-year basis, sales edged lower compared to April 2022, but new listings were down by more than one-third. Fewer listings relative to sales meant there was more competition between buyers, supporting an improvement in selling ...

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When to Increase your Budget when Shopping for a Home

When you set a budget for a new home, you’re obviously hoping — maybe even expecting — to find the ideal property within that price range. But, it doesn’t always work out that way. In fact, there are many circumstances in which you might have to rethink your budget and ...

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