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Shopping for Mortgage Quotes

Posted on Jun 12, 2025



Buying a home requires a lot of planning and research, and one of the most important things that needs to be done is securing a mortgage. There’s a lot of information out there about lenders, brokers, and rates–but what option will work best for you?

In order to find out, it’s recommended that you shop around for mortgage quotes.

Why You Should Seek...

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What to Look For During an Open House

Posted on Jun 05, 2025



Whether you’re a first time buyer or looking for your next home, shopping for houses is, for many, one of the most fun parts of the process. Envisioning yourself in a new neighbourhood, surrounded by a blank canvas that you can redecorate and refurnish as you please…there’s so much potential in a new home!

However, before you can get to the settling...

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Eco-Friendly Home Upgrades

Posted on May 29, 2025



Amid environmental concerns and rising energy costs, many Canadians are looking to make eco-friendly upgrades to their homes. When it comes to making a home greener, big upgrades aren’t necessarily needed in order for you to see a difference. Some upgrades do require a higher up-front cost, but will end up saving you money in the long run.

Making e...

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The Rise of Full-Time Cottage Living

Posted on May 15, 2025



For many Canadians, owning a cottage means spending summers and long weekends relaxing by the lake or enjoying recreational water sports. However, a growing number of Canadians are considering purchasing a cottage property as their main residence, especially those looking to get away from congested and pricey cities.

RE/MAX’s 2025 Canadian Cabin & C...

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A Review of Ontario's Housing Market in 2024

Posted on May 08, 2025



For the past five years, Ontario’s housing market has seen many ups and downs. Teranet shares its insights through data gathered from Ontario’s Land Registry in its recent Market Insight Report, which highlights the effects of a post-pandemic market.

Ontario Buyer Segments

Buyer segments are broken down into the following categories:

  • Movers: Those wh...

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Is Real Estate Still a Good Investment?

Posted on May 01, 2025


 
Real estate has long been considered a reliable and lucrative investment, but with shifting markets, rising interest rates, and inflation concerns, many may be wondering if real estate is as stable of an investment as it once was.

The ROI on a Real Estate Investment

The ROI–return on investment–of a property is composed of two primary factors: capita...

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