How did April 2022 do compared to April 2021? We can see the market is still changing compared to last year. For example, the number of new listings in the Niagara Region have increased with 4.3% for April 2022 compared to April 2021. The number of sales for the same...
These last two years we have heard the phrase 'we are all in this together' many times and I would like to add that it also applies to taking care of our planet! After all, this is our world, this is where we live. And a beautiful world it is!! You may wonder how Real...
HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! There is a lot of fun stuff to do this weekend in the Niagara Region! Easter Egg hunts are back, don't miss out on them! Be sure to check out THIS LINK to see where all the fun is taking place! So where exactly does our Easter Egg and Easter...
We can see the market is shifting a little bit over the last several weeks. It is very important to understand how to navigate these changes in order to be a successful seller or buyer! Interest rates are rising and so is inflation; and to top it off: after having to...
Does February look anything like the first month of this year?? Let's look at some numbers!! We can still see a steady increase in the HPI benchmark prices for the month of February! As a matter of fact, that increase is almost the same percentage as in January! Where...
If you have sold a house in 2021 the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has some information for you! The global pandemic has also resulted in changes to CRA services. I hope that this information is helpful. Now is a good time to report the sale of your principal residence....
How did 2022 kick off? Are we continuing the trend of last year decreasing listings and increasing sale prices? What does the first month of the new year look like?? Let's look at some numbers!! In the Niagara Region we continue to see a steady increase in benchmark...
“Anyone can catch your eye, but it takes someone special to catch your heart.” - Anonymous. Valentines Day is a great time to do something special for ALL our loved ones, whether it's for your partner, spouse, friend or your secret love! Make it a special day!! T....
Drew..... CONGRATS!! Well if it's any consolation, you are the winner of the Salisbury Super Bowl Contest and you have won a Starbucks Card!! 🥳 We will be in touch with you soon to let you know when we will stop by to drop it off!
The Bengals and the Rams who are meeting for the first time in the Super Bowl! The Rams are making their fifth post-merger Super Bowl appearance, while the Bengals return to the Super Bowl for the first time since the 1980s. Super Bowl 56 will take place at...
It is definitely interesting to see what happened in real estate in the last month of 2021. So, what did happen in December? How did we do compared to this time last year? Let's look at some numbers!! In the Niagara Region as a whole, we continue to see a...
Our Salisbury Elves have been very busy in the weeks leading up to the Holidays, visiting clients and dropping off gifts. We love our clients and we enjoyed surprising you! Check out the video above we created. We wish you all SAFE and HAPPY Holidays! T-...
Not everybody is a chef. Have you ever aimed a little bit too high for Christmas? Remember that year when you turned the kitchen into a war zone? That time when you would have to cut the roast with a chainsaw and your mashed potatoes could be used as wall plaster?...
Being so close to Christmas and the New Year we have seen some great opportunities for our buyers with less competition so maybe now is the time to accelerate your timeline to start looking for that new home now! So, what happened in real estate last month? What did...
Real Estate Numbers for October 2021 are in... Buyer demand is still high and with so few homes available, Sellers who list their homes this Fall will likely have a tremendous advantage also know as leverage. Buyers want to buy before prices go even higher, they want...
Real Estate Numbers for September 2021 are in... We are beginning to see a "settling" in the market with a slight increase in the average home prices in Niagara by 1.2% as compared to last month. This may lead to us starting to see some opportunities for buyers this...
Real Estate Numbers for August 2021 are in... We are beginning to see a "slow shift" in the market with a slight decrease in the average home prices in Niagara by 0.8% as compared to last month. This may present some opportunities for buyers as we head into fall....
Real Estate Numbers for July 2021 are in... We are beginning to see a "slow shift" in the market with a slight decrease in the average home prices in Niagara by 0.5% as compared to last month. This may present some opportunities for buyers as we head into fall....
Real Estate Numbers for June 2021 are in... Our sellers are getting mind-blowing prices for their homes! So, what happened in real estate last month? What did the market look like? And how did we do compared to this time last year? According to a recent analysis...
Is There A Housing Bubble... “When will the housing bubble break?" - a question we hear repeatedly; the answer is, there is no bubble only a significant shortage of inventory, a pent-up Buyer demand, and record low Mortgage rates; three factors which continue the...
Wishing All Kinds of Mother's a Special Day! The meaning of Mother is virtually endless. A mother is a protector, disciplinarian and friend. A mother is a selfless, loving human who must sacrifice many of their wants and needs for the wants and needs of their...
The Impact of COVID on Real Estate Statistics... "The April 2020 to April 2021 comparison emphasizes the negative impact Ontario’s first COVID lock-down had on the Provinces economy including Niagara but also shines a light on market’s dramatic recovery and the...
Current Statistics Indicate A Strong Sellers Market... “The spring market is here as evidenced by the brisk sales numbers in March. We are seeing a continued influx of buyers who are able to work remotely and families looking to move from attached units to detached...
It is starting to warm up and signs of spring are everywhere! Crocuses and daffodils are blooming, the grass is beginning to grow and the days are getting longer. It just might be time to get out the golf clubs! Easter 2021 - Another Covid Modified Holiday!...
Warm St. Patrick’s wishes! As we look towards spring, I am sending a pot full of St. Patrick’s wishes for you on this wonderful celebration! Everyone is a little Irish for the next 24 hours "The Luck Of The Irish" This phrase did not have its roots in Ireland!...
Current Statistics Indicate A Strong Sellers Market... I'm not sure what the Groundhog said, but the Spring Real Estate Market is ramping up early!! When we compare the February 2021 real estate statistics for the Niagara Region to last year, we can see a 21% increase...
Daylight Savings Time Is Here! Every year Daylight Savings sneaks up on us and this year is no exception. It seems like I just sent you the head's up on changing you clocks back!! So, with that in mind, we're here to provide you with a reminder to help ensure you...
What Happens When I Decide It Is Time to Sell My Home? Last week we sent out a new listing notice for 207 Niagara Street. We thought it might be interesting for you to have an idea of what gets a listing from "I think I want to sell my home" to Closing day and thought...
Valentine's and Family Days are here again! A year ago we felt so fortunate to have a weekend to spend quality time with our loved ones. This year, the global pandemic continues to redefine how we celebrate and share time with our friends and family. Over the past...