Energy Efficiency Upgrades Buyers Look For in a Home
While curb appeal and modern kitchens still hold significant sway in the real estate market, today’s savvy homebuyers are looking deeper. They are analyzing a home’s long-term running costs, and energy efficiency has shifted from a “nice-to-have” bonus to a “must-have” feature. A knowledgeable real estate agent will confirm that buyers are increasingly focused on […]
Catch Basin Cleaning: The Simple Outdoor Maintenance Task That Buyers Appreciate
When potential buyers view a property, they are looking for more than just a nice kitchen or a big backyard. They are searching for clues—subtle signals that a home has been genuinely cared for, not just quickly staged for a sale. While major upgrades are obvious, it is often the small, overlooked details that tell […]
Seasonal Maintenance Tasks Every Rental Property Needs
Imagine the cost of a routine fall furnace inspection versus the massive, emergency expense of a failed furnace during a -30°C cold snap. For a landlord, the difference is not just financial; it is the difference between a happy, long-term tenant and a frantic, middle-of-the-night emergency call. A successful strategy for investing in rental properties […]
Monthly Real Estate Market Update July 2025
Monthly Real Estate Market Update July 2025 Hello everyone! Thanks for tuning in to Matt’s Stats for July 2025! Let’s start by comparing July 2025 to 2024, where you’ll notice that total transactions are up and down across our eight focus communities. We want to highlight that Toronto is up 12.3%, which is important because […]
The True Cost of Homeownership: Beyond the Purchase Price
The moment an offer on a home is accepted is one of pure excitement and relief. The search is over, and the dream of owning a home is finally within reach. However, the “sticker price” on the listing is merely the down payment on the full, long-term cost of homeownership. A skilled real estate agent […]
