by REM Editorial Team | May 28, 2025 | News
In the past, the golden years often came with a smaller home, a paid-off mortgage and the comfort of a simpler life. But those expectations no longer hold true for many Canadians approaching retirement, according to a new Royal LePage survey. Nearly half of Canadians...
by Nina Doiron | Nov 15, 2024 | Columnists
Photo courtesy Nina Dorion The process of selling a home is challenging for most people, but for seniors, it can feel particularly overwhelming. For many, a house is more than a property; it’s a lifetime of memories, a place where they’ve raised families, celebrated...
by REM Editorial Team | Jun 19, 2024 | News
Wahi’s 2024 Homebuyer Intentions survey found that two of the top reasons Canadians sell their homes are about size. Contradictory to much talk about high living costs and interest rates, affordability wasn’t a top motivator. The survey asks Canadians if they plan to...
by Paul Cavanagh | Jan 2, 2024 | Guest Columns, Sales & Marketing
Conventional marketing tactics often don’t work with seniors. In fact, introducing yourself as a realtor can be a conversation killer. That’s because most seniors who are thinking about downsizing aren’t ready to talk with a realtor. So, how are you supposed to get...
by Paul Cavanagh | Jul 31, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Sales & Marketing
As the average age of home sellers in Canada continues to increase, more realtors are attempting to establish a niche for themselves serving seniors. Many recognize that one of the best ways to get more seniors in their database is to offer them helpful, free...
