Unique Aspects of the Yukon Market – Jan 2024
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HOW TO MAINTAIN RESALE VALUE WHILE ENJOYING YOUR HOME.
Buying a home is a big investment, both emotionally and financially. Homeowners should enjoy their home for the reason they purchased it, whatever that might be. But they can also protect – and even enhance – the property’s resale value at the same time. Here are four ways to help resale value while reaping the…
Walkable Neighbourhoods and Canada’s Housing Crisis.
As Canada continues to grapple with a housing crisis rooted in a persistent inventory shortage, RE/MAX Canada explores possible solutions through the idea of walkable neighbourhoods. Thus far, the National Housing Strategy announced in 2017 has succeeded in creating and repairing 213,733 units. In comparison, Canada’s population grew by more than one million in 2022. With demand perpetually…
5 TIMELY TIPS FOR HOME SELLERS, ACCORDING TO REAL ESTATE AGENTS.
Current housing market conditions and seasonal demand may impact how sellers prepare their property to sell this summer. Feel that summer sunshine? It’s an indicator that one of the busiest times for buying and selling homes is officially here. According to the latest RE/MAX National Housing Report, inventory remains low but the number of homes for…
TO PAINT OR NOT TO PAINT? HOW HOME SELLERS CAN OPTIMIZE INTERIOR WALL COLOR
According to a RE/MAX agent and interior design specialist, a home’s color palette can make a significant impact on prospective buyers. Here’s why. Using color throughout a home can be expressive, creative and hold cultural significance. But what happens to that level of personalization when it’s time to sell? According to Jeannie Do, homeowners preparing…
What You Need to Know About the New Home Warranty.
Buying a new home is an exciting experience, but sometimes things can go wrong. This is why the New Home Warranty for homeowners in Alberta and BC is vital to understand. The New Home Warranty protects new homeowners against defects in materials, labour, and design, and it can help provide peace of mind for those investing in a new…
Quick introduction to the new Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA).
The Government has confirmed that as of April 1, 2023, financial institutions will have the ability to start offering the new Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA). Under this program, prospective first-time home buyers will have the ability to save $40,000 on a tax-free basis and, like a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), contributions will be tax…
RE/MAX IS A TOP 10 FASTEST-GROWING FRANCHISE ONCE AGAIN.
A real estate leader on a global scale, RE/MAX® excels in a multitude of areas – one of which is global growth. Accordingly, RE/MAX – with a presence in more than 110 countries and territories – is being recognized as No. 7 on the 2023 Top 10 Fastest-Growing Franchise Worldwide list by Entrepreneur®. It’s the second year…
The RE/MAX 2023 Quest for Excellence®
The RE/MAX 2023 Quest for Excellence® The Quest for Excellence scholarship program is a cash scholarship that recognizes students for their ongoing community contributions and pursuit of leadership. About the Award RE/MAX Canada is pleased to expand the existing Quest for Excellence scholarship program in 2023, now offering 40 scholarships of $1,000 each to students…
Canadian Real Estate Trends: Putting the Headlines into Context.
We’ve all heard the hype: Canadian real estate is facing the deepest market correction in the last 40 years. But this isn’t the first time that experts have forecast corrections or crashes, none of which have materialized in recent history. So, let’s read between the headlines and examine some facts. “Canadian real estate prices are…