Nothing like a blast of Arctic chill to remind us that it is winter! A recent Royal LePage survey found that 79% of realtors would advise their clients to sell this Winter, rather than wait until Spring. Pre-pandemic, we would typically advise sellers to wait until the busier Spring market, yet due to our current inventory shortage, sellers may do just as well selling now than holding off. If you are considering listing your home this winter season, here are our top eight tips for preparing... [read more]

Recently, we were informed by our assistant that she had decided to pursue an opportunity to further develop her skills in another field of interest. We were most happy to support her in this next chapter of her career. After posting an online ad to find her replacement, we found ourselves overwhelmed after receiving over 290 applicants within the first 10 days. Some had some administrative experience, some had real estate backgrounds, and some were hoping to apply their seemingly... [read more]

As some of you know, I had the privilege of attending my first Royal LePage National Chairman’s Club Retreat last month in Portugal. This event is only open to the top 1% of Royal LePage agents across Canada. Being my first time attending the event, I really had no idea what to expect and I wondered how I might fit in with such an elite group of people.  What impressed me most was how welcoming and inclusive everyone was. I found it incredibly helpful and inspiring to connect with... [read more]

We hope that you and your family are safe and healthy during this unprecedented time of uncertainty. As you may know, the Canadian government has designated the real estate industry an essential service. This means we are open for business and available to assist you should you need our help or guidance. Whether you have questions about your own home, a rental property you own or plans that you had to buy or sell real estate this year, we are here to offer our opinion, based on what we know... [read more]

One of the most common questions our clients have asked is: When is the right time to buy real estate in Toronto? Should I buy now during the pandemic, or should I wait and see what transpires with the market after we return to our “new normal”?   The answers to these questions are a bit complicated and cannot be generalized for all without a proper discussion, as we always significantly factor in your personal situation and real estate goals to provide the most relevant... [read more]