The Hidden Costs of Moving During Closing Week (And How to Plan Around Them)
Moving during closing week often feels like a smart way to wrap everything up at once. In theory, you're timing your move right as the paperwork clears and the keys change hands. But reality tends to add extra steps—and costs—you didn�...
Cautious spring rebound anticipated, as buyers balance opportunity with economic concerns
The Canadian real estate market closed out 2025 with a modest decline in housing prices, reflecting lingering hesitation among buyers. Looking ahead to spring, lower borrowing costs may support a gradual return of activity, but economic unc...
How Roofing Choices Signal Home Maintenance Culture to Buyers
Buyers form opinions about a property in seconds, and the roof often leads that decision. A clean, solid roof signals pride, planning, and steady upkeep. That message reflects a strong home maintenance culture, which many buyers want to see...
The Overlooked Tax Interactions Between Selling Your Home and Moving to a New Country
Alt. text: Documents on the table Selling your home and moving to a new country sounds exciting, but the transition comes with a maze of tax rules that many Canadians overlook until they are already deep in the moving process. The tax cons...
From First Showing to First Night: Emotional Milestones in Buying and Moving Into a Home
From First Showing to First Night: Emotional Milestones in Buying and Moving Into a Home Buying and moving into a home is more than a financial choice. It’s a deep emotional journey filled with excitement, stress, and hope. From the first ...
From Home Equity to Foreign Investment: Using Your Sale Proceeds to Buy Abroad Wisely
Selling your home is more than a financial transaction—it’s a chance to redefine your future. For many homeowners, using sale proceeds to purchase property in another country is both an exciting and strategic move. The challenge, howeve...
How to Choose a Property When You Know You’ll Move Again
Buying a home when you know another move is on the horizon takes strategy and foresight. You want comfort today, but also flexibility for tomorrow. The process requires clarity on how to choose a property when you know you’ll move again. ...
Negotiating Home Sale Terms to Give Yourself a Moving Advantage
Selling a home involves more than accepting the highest offer. The home sale terms you agree to can determine how much control you keep over your moving schedule and how well you prepare for your next home. If your home sells faster than ex...