Hire A Contractor
September 3, 2023
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I am a DIY kind of guy but there are times when help is a good idea. If a job is large and labour intensive and you’re getting to the point of needing building permits
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Immigration, Housing and Inflation
August 31, 2023
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We need a national housing strategy. Supply and demand are seriously out of balance, with rents at record highs. Immigration and high interest rates brought on by inflation are making our housing situation worse. Letting
Waterloo Region July 2023 Home Prices
August 4, 2023
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We saw a slowdown in market activity for July 2023, something very typical for the summer months here in Waterloo Region. Sales volumes were down by 23% from June 2022 and down 20% compared to
Appraisal Low?
August 3, 2023
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What happens when your lender’s appraisal comes in low? It’s something that happens from time to time and definitely shoots stress levels off the chart when it does. A short appraisal can occur when your
WRAR June 2023 Home Prices
July 6, 2023
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Housing prices continued to move upwards in almost every segment across Waterloo Region this June. Low inventories and strong buyer demand are bolstering valuations despite the high interest rates we’ve seen over the last year
Which Renovations Give The Best Return?
March 4, 2023
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Which renovations give the best return on investment? The ones you plan for and implement correctly, on budget and in style. Having said that, the 5 things you should concentrate on are kitchens, baths, fixtures,
WRAR February 2023 Home Prices
March 3, 2023
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It’s been a busy month but challenging February for this real estate broker. I’ve been working with several buyers in Waterloo and Kitchener in the 500k to 1 million range. While prices and inventories are
WRAR January 2023 Home Prices
February 4, 2023
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January 2023 home prices and sales volumes are both substantially lower than this time last year in Waterloo Region. This is not a local phenomenon. TRREB figures are lower as well. The impact of higher
