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Happy Mother's Day

Posted on May 11, 2025

Happy Mother’s Day!

I’ve been thinking about those childhood days spent making handmade cards and cheesy little crafts in school—covered in glue, glitter, and love. They were never perfect, but my mom always lit up like they were priceless treasures.

Today, I’m reminded of just how special moms are—their patience, strength, and unconditional love. Wh...

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Canadians Have Voted-Time to Unify and Move Forward

Posted on Apr 29, 2025

With the ballots counted, the results are in: the Liberals have secured 43.6% of the vote, with the Conservatives close behind at 41.4%. It was a tight race that reflects a country rich in diverse perspectives and passionate voices.
19,211,827 of registered electors (not including anyone who registered on election day) voted. That's amazing! And sho...

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Canadian home sales take a tumble in February as tariff anxieties keep buyers at bay: CREA

Posted on Mar 17, 2025

Homebuyers stayed on the sidelines in February 2025, leading to a significant drop in home sales across the country, according to the latest market report from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). With the ongoing trade war between Canada and the United States, market activity slowed to its lowest level in over a year.

Home sales see largest...

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More than half of Canadians renewing a mortgage this year expect their monthly payment to increase: Royal LePage® Survey

Posted on Feb 20, 2025

1 in 10 are considering downsizing, relocating to a more affordable region or renting out a portion of their home to combat higher borrowing costsHighlights:
  • 57% of Canadians whose mortgage is renewing in 2025 anticipate their monthly payment will increase, while 40% expect their payment will stay the same or decrease.
  • Among those who expect their mo...

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5 financial factors first-time buyers should consider on their path to home ownership

Posted on Aug 29, 2024

Buying your first home is surely a major milestone, which can be full of excitement, but also some anxiety. From mortgages and down payments, to government programs and house hunting, there’s a lot to take in.Luckily, it’s easy to understand how to buy your first home with the right tools and expertise. The first step on the journey is to make sure...

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CREA Monthly Housing Report

Posted on Aug 15, 2024

After showing signs of life in June following the Bank of Canada’s first interest rate cut in more than four years, Canada’s housing market took a bit of a breather last month, according to the latest housing report from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). In July 2024, home sales across Canadian MLS® Systems decreased 0.7% compared to the...

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