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Buying a Waterfront Home in the Winter: What to Look Out For

Posted on Dec 18, 2025



Winter isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when looking at waterfront properties, but the truth is that real estate is done year-round. There are usually waterfront properties for sale during all seasons, especially those that are still on the market from being listed during the warmer summer months.

Buying a waterfront home in the winter has i...

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Selling in the Snow? Winter Staging Tips

Posted on Dec 11, 2025



While spring and summer tend to be the busiest months in real estate, selling in the winter has its advantages. There is less competition, and typically the pool of buyers available are more motivated to close deals. 

Regardless, as a seller, you can take advantage of the winter season by staging your home in a cozy and appealing way. Here are some o...

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RE/MAX's Canadian Housing Market Outlook 2026

Posted on Dec 04, 2025



It’s that time of year: RE/MAX agents and brokers from across Canada share their overview of national housing market activity in 2025 and what they expect for 2026.

Overview


Price outlook: -3.7%
A more balanced market and more inventory means price moderation is expected.

Sales outlook: +3.4%
Agents expect that lower interest rates and prices will bring...

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Debunked: Real Estate Myths

Posted on Nov 28, 2025



The world of real estate is full of information, but unfortunately not all of it is accurate. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just taking a look at the real estate market, it’s important to have all the facts. Here are some of the most common real estate myths debunked.

Myth: You shouldn’t get pre-approved for a mortgage before putting an offer i...

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Renovations and Resale: What’s the Best Value?

Posted on Nov 20, 2025



If you’re looking to maximize your home investment, well thought-out renovations are the answer. Though your return on investment can vary depending on what kind of renovations you do and the trends of the current housing market, there are some home improvements that almost always pay off. 

Home renovations have increased in popularity over the past...

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Closing Your Cottage for the Winter

Posted on Nov 13, 2025



Like many Canadians, you’ve spent the warmer months enjoying your cottage but have to return home for the colder winter season. Closing your cottage for the winter will not only make it easier to open come spring, it will also help keep your cottage protected and in good shape for years to come.

Indoors

Shut Off and Drain the Water

Perhaps one of the...

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