So what exactly is the purpose of your business, dad? In my previous blog post, I shared a story about a conversation I had with my son, Raghav, when he asked why I wasn't featured on a billboard. Today, I’d like to share the continuation of that conversation, where Raghav posed another insightful question. "So what exactly is the purpose of your business, dad?" he asked, his eyes full of curiosity. It was a simple question, but it made me think deeply about... [read more]

Why Aren't You on a Billboard, Dad?  I hope you're ready for a story, because I have one that I think you'll enjoy. It's a tale that involves my son, a billboard, and a lesson about the purpose of my business. Recently, I was driving with my son, Raghav, when he asked me a question that caught me off guard. "Why aren't you on a billboard, dad?" he asked, his eyes wide with curiosity. I was taken aback, not expecting such a question from my young boy.... [read more]

Celebrate Sustainably: 5 Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday at Home It's the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it's also the most wasteful.  According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to throwing away more than usual during the holiday months as they filled up their trash bins with uneaten food, wrapping paper, gift bags, and commercial packaging.1 The reality is, Canadians routinely... [read more]

My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What?   When it comes to listing your home, most home sellers want three things: 1) to make a lot of money, 2) to put in minimal time and effort, and 3) to sell quickly. But the reality is, selling a home is rarely that simple. And homeowners who try to do it themselves—or receive bad advice—can end up stuck (months later) with a property that hasn’t sold.  If that’s you, don’t panic! We’ve outlined the... [read more]

GREATER TORONTO AREA HOME SALES AND LISTINGS DROP IN FEBRUARY 2023 Uptick in Home buying Expected Later This Year February sales in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) were down substantially from the pre-rate hike levels of early 2022. However, the number of new listings also dropped substantially year-over-year. The result was that the average selling price and MLS® HPI continued to level off after trending lower through the spring and summer of last year. “It has been... [read more]