When you buy a home, your credit score plays an essential role: It can impact what loans you’re eligible for and the interest rate you get (which will affect your monthly payment costs).  But what determines your score? The exact elements depend on which scoring method you’re looking at, and lenders often use Equifax. Generally speaking, credit scores range from 300 to 850 and are influenced by the following five... [read more]

    The homebuying market continues to heat up — and that means there could be some fierce competition out there. While that may seem intimidating, it doesn’t mean your dream home is out of reach. There are quite a few things you can do to stand out if you find yourself up against other buyers. Want to make sure a property doesn’t slip through your fingers? Put these five tips into action to make a winning offer: Write a personal letter. Tell... [read more]

                                                  RE/MAX Hot Pocket Communities Report reveals double-digit detached price increases in 55% of Greater Toronto Real Estate Markets Spring supply crunch drives strong price appreciation for single-detached homes across the board in the first half of 2020  Detached housing values have shown remarkable... [read more]

                                                     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]

So real estate wizards tells us that spring and summer are the prime seasons for house hunting. Buyers are more likely to get out and shop when the weather is nice. It is a more pleasant time of year, and sellers know their yards look better when not covered in snow. Yet there are some very compelling and logical reasons for going shopping for a house in the fall and winter. Here are some pros & cons to buying a home in November & December. PROS Fewer Buyers to Compete... [read more]