Should You Fire Your Real Estate Agent?(Yes, sometimes it is necessary!)One of the best things about a professional agent is they make buying and selling process easier for you. An agent should listen to you, be reachable for any questions, and ultimately make you feel more confident in the home buying/selling process.If your agent isn’t making the experience easier for you, or worse, is making it more stressful it is time to find another agent.These are the Top 3 signs you should..

How do bullies operate? They intimidate their target by making them feel nervous, even afraid. In the real estate market, bullies know one thing sellers are scared of: not getting the best price for their property- or worse, having it linger on the market, not selling.The ideal situation for the seller is attracting multiple offers in a bidding war, which will ultimately drives up the sale price.  That is NOT the ideal scenario for Mr/Ms Bully. They want to beat out other potential buy..

The Difference Between A Buyer’s Agent & A Listing Agent (Yes there is a difference!)If you’re not sure what the difference between a buyer’s agent and a listing agent is, you’re not alone! The different types of agents can be confusing, even to people somewhat familiar with real estate. So what exactly is a buyer’s agent, a listing agent, and…a selling agent? Hang in there, we’ll get through this! Let’s start with… A LISTING AGENT: A Listing Agen..

In Toronto, as part of the Ontario Condo Act, condo buyers have access to a Status Certificate. It is put together by the condo board with updated information about the building. Most notably, this document provides information about the building’s financial status. If you’re going to financially invest in a condo, don’t you want to know everything you can about what you’re putting your money into? Of course you do! So yes, order and read the Status Certificate. What is ..

Kitec Plumbing is a very contentious issue for condo buyers and owners. You might have heard about the issue of Kitec Plumbing, but aren't sure about the details. If you own a Toronto condo or are considering buying one, please take a moment to learn more about the problem.Background: Originally an alternative to copper pipes, Kitec plumbing is made from polyethylene and aluminum. It was used in the construction of townhomes and condo apartments between 1995-2007. Problem: It..

If you’re about to sell your home you’ve probably given a lot of thought to how you can attract the most potential buyers. Home Staging is a popular choice for many reasons, and you may be wondering if it’s the right choice for your property. Do staged properties sell for more money? Do they sell faster?How Does Staging Make a Difference?  One of the things buyers do when touring a home is to imagine themselves, their friends, and their families enjoying life there. Staging i..

Assignment Sales ExplainedYou might have heard about Assignment Sales in regards to pre-construction condos in Toronto. Or, you might be thinking about buying an assignment property.What is an Assignment Sale?An assignment sale is when an intended buyer of a property (The Assignor) sells their purchase rights to a new buyer (The Assignee). They are actually selling their contract with the builder or property owner before they ever take possession. Therefore, they “assign” the..