How to Invest in Real Estate in Simple Ways
January 9th, 2016
I’ve written often about the hassles of being a landlord in the real estate business. The so called “plugged toilets in the middle of the night” hassles. Here I want … [read more]
January 9th, 2016
I’ve written often about the hassles of being a landlord in the real estate business. The so called “plugged toilets in the middle of the night” hassles. Here I want … [read more]
January 9th, 2016
The median home price in the United States was just below $189,000 in 2014, according to The Huffington Post. While factors such as location, size and year built sway price … [read more]
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January 8th, 2016
Buying and selling a house is one of the most stressful life experiences, more so than having a child and second only to going through a divorce, new research for … [read more]
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January 7th, 2016
With millennials comprising about 25% of Canada’s population, this segment is poised to outstrip their baby boomer parents in the real estate market as they start moving into their family-rearing … [read more]
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January 7th, 2016
The average national sale price is expected to hit $448,700 this year, an increase of 1.4% year-over-year, a far cry from the 8.4% year-over-year increase experienced in 2015. Of course, … [read more]
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January 6th, 2016
Property owners can do a few simple things to make sure that their property is in good shape and ready to sell or rent. Staying on top of repairs and … [read more]
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January 6th, 2016
More people renting rather than buying. More buying activity in suburban areas beyond Vancouver. More foreign investment. These are among the key trends real estate experts are anticipating in the … [read more]
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January 4th, 2016
Canada remains a safe bet for investors in the global property game, the results of a new survey from the Association of Foreign Investment in Real Estate (AFIRE) suggest. As … [read more]
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January 4th, 2016
When it comes to timing your home sale, predicting the real estate market can seem impossible. Even psychics don’t always know what the future holds for real estate. But you … [read more]
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January 3rd, 2016
Sales of single-family homes will rise modestly again in 2016 and median sales prices should be up 3% to 5%, trade groups and researchers say. While rising mortgage rates and … [read more]
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January 1st, 2016
When I meet with homeowners who are considering selling a home and moving, one of the first questions I’m asked is, “When is the right time to sell?” The short … [read more]
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December 31st, 2015
It’s almost the new year. Get ready to break out the Cristal : We had a great 2015—the best year for housing since 2007. And our forecast here at realtor.com® … [read more]
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December 30th, 2015
VANCOUVER — Climbing Vancouver’s property ladder can be a daunting experience at any time, but recent scorching market conditions have forced many to re-evaluate their ownership goals as prices climb … [read more]
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December 28th, 2015
The year is winding down, and soon we’ll be starting a brand new rear with new goals and new expectations. When I think about 2016, there are definitely a few … [read more]
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December 28th, 2015
The year 2015 seems likely to go into the Toronto real estate record books for a number of reasons, including sheer volume of sales—likely to be more than 100,000 for … [read more]
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December 27th, 2015
US short-seller says signs point to a real-estate “debacle” in Metro Vancouver Debacle. Moral hazard. Outspoken US short-seller Marc Cohodes uses frightening words to describe his outlook for Vancouver real … [read more]
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December 21st, 2015
Don your gay apparel and gather up some tips for selling your home. ‘Tis the season for festive family gatherings, twinkling lights, and yuletide treats, and it’s also an ideal … [read more]
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December 19th, 2015
Read on for some helpful tips for using holiday decor to dress up the strong points of your home, appeal to people of diverse backgrounds and tastes, and make your … [read more]
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December 18th, 2015
Before listing a home on the market, there are some secrets you should know that can spice up different features in each room. Inexpensive tips are quick and can be … [read more]
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December 17th, 2015
When it comes to real estate, the ideal time to sell your home often falls in the spring months. After all, many people hunker down during the winter months or … [read more]
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December 16th, 2015
The federal government is changing the rules on residential real estate down payments but giving consumers a two months heads up — and that should mean a stampede to beat … [read more]
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December 15th, 2015
Make your home stand out to buyers in a challenging season by upping its coziness and showing its potential ith people away on trips and cold weather making house hunting … [read more]
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