Canadian housing market expected to remain active for the remainder of 2020 due to pent-up demand and low inventory levels, say RE/MAX brokers and agents Canadians showing more interest in suburban and rural homes for sale, as work and life dynamics shift  Canadian housing prices anticipated... [read more]

  Canada’s Zoomers are in line to inherit a vast cumulative fortune in their retirement years. Here are a few helpful guidelines with spending and investing your inheritance.   Start with your children’s education Helping your children pursue post-secondary education is a costly proposition. Use the first big chunk of your inheritance here because it will help set them up for success, as well as provide you with a guaranteed 20% return. That is the... [read more]

Start Saving Canadians spend an average of 20 years in retirement. If you’re not saving, it’s time to start.   Estimate Your Retirement Needs Experts estimate that you will need about 70% of your preretirement income – for lower income earners, the figure is 90% or more – just to maintain your current standard of living when you stop working.   Participate in a Workplace Retirement Savings Plan If your employer... [read more]

Tips to Buying a Turn Key Investment Property We have compiled this short but fundamental list to take into consideration if you want to buy a lucrative and highly profitable Investment Property.   1. Choose a proven real estate professional that specializes in investment properties. Ensuring you are using the right investment property specialist will give you peace of mind and is essential for a successful investment. Check the Realtor’s track record, ask... [read more]

I wanted to dedicate this week's Blog to all the wonderful Moms out there!  Here are a few gifts you should avoid giving on Mother's Day.   Cleaning Equipment The last thing you want is Mom to feel like is that she is your maid. Don't put a damper on her day by reminding her of household chores.   Cooking Paraphernalia Rather then giving her something she has to cook with why not suggest that you make... [read more]