by Shannon Grover | Sep 30, 2024 | Advice for Agents, Guest Columns
We know the majority of real estate agents love selling homes because they love architecture or helping and working with people. For many agents, there is nothing more satisfying than helping people find their first home or a new home, and they often wear many hats...
by Noor Gill | Sep 24, 2024 | Advice for Agents, Guest Columns
The sayings “You get what you pay for” and “Penny wise, pound foolish” are tales as old as time. I’ve seen these messages play out in the real estate industry throughout my career, and they apply to everything, including choosing a lawyer. It’s tough to ignore...
by Aly Damji | Sep 23, 2024 | Guest Columns
Canada’s post-secondary education system is globally recognized, attracting students from around the world. However, a severe shortage of student housing threatens this success, posing a broader socioeconomic challenge that demands urgent action. The Canadian...
by Karen Yolevski, COO, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. | Sep 19, 2024 | Guest Columns
Following the Bank of Canada’s third consecutive cut to the overnight lending rate this year, reducing it by another 25 basis points in September to 4.25 per cent, Canada’s housing market should see an increase in activity this fall and continue into next year. For...
by Ross McCredie, CEO, Sutton Group | Sep 18, 2024 | Guest Columns
Can housing affordability be restored? Is it just a matter of a few interest rate cuts and transit-oriented development? Reducing housing costs involves more than simply tweaking interest rates — it calls for a multifaceted approach that reflects the complexity of the...
by Bhanusmitha Das | Sep 13, 2024 | Advice for Agents, Guest Columns
Realtors, let’s admit it — most houses listed for sale on the market look pretty much the same. Sure, they may come in different sizes, shapes and colours, but the basic layout, design and features often feel like deja vu. However, every once in a great while, you...
