Entry-level purchasers are now the engine driving home-buying activity in almost every major centre in Canada, according to a recent report released by RE/MAX. The 2009 RE/MAX First-Time Buyers Report, highlighting first-time buying activity in 32 residential housing markets across Canada, found that improved affordability is prompting many first-time buyers to get off the fence, out of the rental, and …
Read More »Threat of global recession hinders home sales in major Canadian housing markets in 2008 and 2009, says RE/MAX
Mississauga, ON (December 3, 2008) ?? Global economic uncertainty weighed heavily on residential real estate activity in most major Canadian centres during the latter half of 2008. Although the forecast for 2009 promises more of the same, most markets are expected toweather the storm, says RE/MAX.The RE/MAX Housing Market Outlook for 2009 examined residential real estate trends in 22markets across …
Read More »Greater Toronto Resale Housing at 2,000 Sales in Mid-November
November 19, 2008 — Greater Toronto REALTORS® recorded 1,991 resale transactions during the first half of November 2008 from 3,544 sales recorded during the same period a year ago, Toronto Real Estate Board President Maureen O’Neill announced today. The Greater Toronto Area year-to-date figures show 70,474 sales in 2008 from 84,994 recorded during the same period in 2007. The year-to-date …
Read More »More Than 5,000 Sales In October
November 5, 2008 — TREB Members reported 5,155 sales in October, down 35 per cent from the 7,915 sales reported in October of 2007, and also down 25 per cent from the 6,876 sales reported during October 2006. Within the City of Toronto, 2,136 sales were recorded. This was down 38 per cent from the 3,455 sales recorded in October …
Read More »Resale Housing Market Still Healthy, Experts Say at Toronto Real Estate Board Meeting
October 28, 2008 — More than 1,100 Greater Toronto REALTORS® gathered to hear Canada’s top experts talk about the future of the housing market at the Toronto Real Estate Board’s 88th Annual General Meeting October 27th. The following panelists covered a range of topics on the future of real estate: Don Lawby, President and Chief Operating OfficerCentury 21 Canada Limited …
Read More »Changing GTA Resale Housing Market Reflects Economic Times
October 17, 2008 — Activity in the Greater Toronto Area resale housing market moderated considerably during the first half of October with 2,700 homes changing hands, Toronto Real Estate Board President Maureen O’Neill announced today. Sales volumes in the GTA decreased 18 per cent compared to the first half of October 2007, when 3,297 transactions were recorded and are down …
Read More »Pick of the week!
So here’s our pick of the week: Property is located in Newmarket, ON and is perfect for an investor. The property is currently listed for $265,000 and has a LEGAL basement apartment. Here is the math: Purchase price: $265,000Down payment: $53,000 Monthly Payment: $1,203.71Property Taxes: $ 213.29 You can rent the property out for: Basement: $700 (1 Bedroom can be …
Read More »When is a good time to buy a property during a down market?
I get the question alot, “When’s a good time to buy real estate?” and frankly, my answer always is whenever you’re ready! This answer is usually met with a smirk which reads more like, “I was expecting you to say that since you make a living through purchase and sale!” There is no way anyone can predict when the market …
Read More »Your tools: Safe and sound
(NC)—One of the major elements in the successful performance of work around the home, both inside and outside, is the proper choice and use of tools. In this respect, the seal of the Canadian Standards Association is a reference, because it indicates that the tools bearing the seal respect the Canadian Standards of manufacturing and safety, and are equipped with …
Read More »Market Watch – September 2008
TREB Members reported 6,424 sales of single family dwellings in September, down about six per cent from the 6,866 sales recorded during September of last year, Toronto Real EstateBoard President Maureen O’Neill announced today. However, the 6,424 sales reported for September 2008 is down just three per cent from the 6,622 figure recorded in September 2006. To keep in perspective, …
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