Top 4 Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Mortgage With home prices and rates still relatively high, securing a mortgage can feel daunting––even to the most experienced borrowers. But don't let that deter you: If other homebuyers’ experiences are any indication, odds are you'll eventually find a home loan that works well for you.  In fact, research from the Real Estate and Mortgage Institute of Canada (REMIC) found that even after the Bank of Canada... [read more]

Home Buyer Activity Increases Slightly in July 2024 As More Properties Come On The Market TORONTO, ONTARIO, August 6, 2024 – Greater Toronto Area (GTA) home sales in July 2024 were up compared to July 2023. While sales were up from last year, buyers continued to benefit from more choice in the GTA marketplace, with annual growth in new listings outstripping that of sales. The better-supplied market meant that buyers also benefitted from a slight relief in selling prices on... [read more]

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]

How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget It's not easy being a first-time home buyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight for many property categories, but especially for starter homes. Even lower-priced condos are harder to snag these days, as investors and downsizers muscle out first-timers by offering stronger, often... [read more]