Welcome to the exciting month of June, where we celebrate National Homeownership Month! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or someone looking to upgrade your current living situation, there's no denying the profound impact that owning a home can have on your life. In this blog, we will delve into the top five benefits of homeownership, highlighting the advantages that await you when you decide to invest in your property. So, let's explore why homeownership can be a life-changing experience!

Looking to buy a property can be quite overwhelming especially if you don’t know what to expect or where to begin your search. One of the best decisions you can make when searching for a property is to hire a personal real estate agent. A personal real estate agent at Tracy Phelan can help make the process easier and less stressful for you. In this blog post, we’ll be discussing the benefits of hiring a personal real estate agent for your property search.

As a homeowner, one of the most important aspects of your investment is adding value to your home. Whether you’re planning on selling soon or just looking to make improvements, there are several renovations that can be done that will add value to your home and make it more attractive for future buyers. Investing in certain renovations will help ensure that you get maximum return on investment while still staying within budget.

So, you’ve decided to sell your home. You’re excited for all the new possibilities! I know you want to get top dollar but, how are we going to make that happen? Here’s a 30-day plan of action:   Day 1: Change Light Bulbs and Update Light Fixtures It’s easy to forget about all the bulbs that have burned out over the years, but you want your home to be as bright as possible. Lighting makes an incredible difference in how a home looks to potential Buyers. If you have dated light fixtures (it’s OK, a lot of us do), take a quick trip…

7 Reasons To Sell Your Home In Fall And Winter     After a Spring/Summer as unprecedented as this year, a lot of sellers held off listing their homes, and now that winter is around the corner they are asking: is it worth it to list now or should we wait until spring? While we can try to forecast future markets, one thing we know for sure is that the market is still strong – properties are still selling. This Spring/Summer left many people wanting as there were fewer listing available. There are a number of reasons why I recommend to clients that they list their homes…

Typically, it’s easy to make your house look attractive when flowers are blooming, the sun is shining or the leaves are changing colour. But how do you make your property look great during the cold months? We asked the RE/MAX Influencers—a panel consisting of RE/MAX Sales Associates from throughout Canada—for their top Winter Curb Appeal Tips. Below are their top responses. 1 – Sweep the Leaves, Shovel the Snow A driveway with a thick layer of snow is much less inviting than a clear pathway leading to the front door of a home. Sweeping leaves and shovelling snow is incredibly important to make your…

The Niagara Market Report October 2021 vs October 2020 Residential home sales in Niagara totaled 774 homes in October 2021 compared to 896 in October 2020, which is a decrease of 13.6% The average HPI composite benchmark* price was $679,400 in October 2021 compared to $508,800 in October 2020, which is an increase of 33.5%. The Niagara Market Report October 2021 vs September 2021 Residential home sales totaled 774 in October 2021 compared to 707 in September 2021, which is a increase of 9.5%. The average HPI composite benchmark* price was $679,400 October 2021, compared to $657,400 in September 2021, which is an…