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]

                                                     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]

  Buying a home in today’s market can come with an overwhelming sense of pressure. Low inventory is leading to taking unusual steps, like waiving the home inspection . But there is one essential step you should complete before closing: the final walk through. No matter what you bought,  you should never skip this critical piece of the puzzle. You’re almost at the finish line, when the keys will officially be yours. Simply follow these final walk-through... [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]