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]

  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]