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Top Ten Moving Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Written by: Pedro Andrew of MoveGig Moving homes marks a fresh start, but it can also bring stress, delays and unexpected expenses. Whether you’re transitioning into your first rental or finally unlocking the door to your new home, a successful move comes down to planning ahead and avoiding common pitfalls. Here are ten of the […]

Moving from Renting to Owning a Home: What You Need to Know

Written by: Zak Khan of REW Even if your monthly rent matches a mortgage, there’s still more to know about moving into owning your own home. It’s a glorious day: you realized that you could afford to buy a home with mortgage payments at around the same amount you’re currently paying in monthly rent. But […]

Are You an Easy Target?

Written by: Buffini & Co. Identity theft happens when a fraudster hijacks your personal information for their own gain. Nearly 35,000 Canadians were reported to be victimized in 2024 although the number may be higher with many too embarrassed to admit to it. Secure Your Identity Monitor your credit cards/reports Sign up for fraud alerts […]

Spring Home Refresh

Written by: Buffini & Co Spring doesn’t officially start until March 20, but now is a great time to create a plan to spruce up your home, especially if you are a homeowner who is considering selling this year. Even if you’re not, or are currently renting, a spring cleaning may help you feel refreshed! […]

Why the Bank of Canada Held Its Key Interest Rate at 2.25% and What It Means for Home Buyers, Sellers and Owners

Written by: Matt Day of Realtor.ca The Bank of Canada did what was widely expected today from Canadian economists: its policy interest rate will be kept at 2.25%. The Bank’s reasoning for this decision stems from a focus on stability after earlier rate cuts brought borrowing costs down from their recent peaks experienced in 2024. […]

The Impact of Personal Notes

Written by: Buffini & Co In the age of email/text and social media, staying connected through the written word has nearly become a thing of the past. Why write a note? It deepens personal connections It shows you care enough to take the time It will delight and surprise the recipient Creates a tangible keepsake […]

The Difference Between Being Pre-Approved and Pre-Qualified

Written by Realtor.ca Team re-approval and pre-qualification are common terms you’ll hear in the mortgage space. While both options can be a helpful first step toward securing a mortgage loan, there are some distinctions between mortgage pre-approval and mortgage pre-qualification that are critical for borrowers to note. What is a mortgage pre-approval? Pre-approval is a much […]

Winter Home Check Up

Written by: Buffini & Co We love our homes – and staying on top of routine maintenance helps us enjoy time spent there even more. November Change the filter in the heating system Check weatherstripping around windows and doors Inspect the chimney and schedule cleaning Stock up on supplies like salt and sand Inspect the […]

What Could Happen to Your Property Value When a New Development Arrives?

Written by: Zak Khan of REW A new development next door doesn’t spell disaster for your property value. You just found out a developer plans to build new condo towers near your property. One of the first thoughts on your mind might be: “what will happen to my property value?” You may wonder if it […]

Bank of Canada Cuts Overnight Rate by 25 BPS to 2.25%

Written by : Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates Bank of Canada Lowers Policy Rate to 2.25% Today, the Bank of Canada lowered the overnight policy rate by 25 bps to 2.25% as was widely expected. This is the bottom of the Bank’s estimate of the neutral overnight rate, where monetary policy is neither expansionary nor […]