No one can be sure what lies ahead for the K-W real estate market, but there are a few proactive steps you can take if you’re thinking about making a move: Crunch the Numbers Ensure you’re financially ready for home ownership. With various additional costs beyond mortgage payments, it’s essential to have a clear understanding…
In October, a total of 604 homes were sold in the Waterloo Region via the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone). This represents a 7.1 per cent increase compared to the same period last year and a decline of 14.2 per cent compared to the average number of homes…
A total of 521 homes were sold in the Waterloo Region via the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone). This represents a decrease of 2.1 per cent compared to the same period last year and a decline of 23.5 per cent compared to the average number of homes sold…
Taking the time to regularly maintain your property is critical as it helps protect your most valuable investment. It’s also much more cost-effective to proactively fix small problems as opposed to fixing them once they’re past the point of no return. Regular maintenance should be part of your routine so here’s a fall home maintenance…
House hunting’s exciting but if you’re not prepared, it can be stressful. It’s easy to get frustrated and overwhelmed when you’re looking for a home which is why it’s important to properly prepare in advance. Here are a few points to consider before you start your search: Finance Forward – Get pre-qualified so you know exactly…
In August, a total of 539 homes were sold in the Waterloo Region via the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone). This represents a decrease of 5.3 per cent compared to the same period last year and a decline of 24.1 per cent compared to the average number of…
In August, a total of 539 homes were sold in the Waterloo Region via the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone). This represents a decrease of 5.3 per cent compared to the same period last year and a decline of 24.1 per cent compared to the average number of…
A total of 674 homes were sold in the Waterloo Region via the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone). This represents a decrease of 13.7 per cent compared to the same period last year and a decline of 24.8 per cent compared to the average number of homes sold…
The prospect of relocating to a new city for work means you’ll need to be well organized as there’s usually not much time to get acquainted with the new area. Before you make your move, consider factors such as workload and travel expectations, along with job opportunities for your spouse and schools for the kids.…
If you plan on selling your home, you’ll want to tackle any necessary repairs ahead of time as buyers will be completely turned off if your home looks as though it’s been neglected. Buyers will also factor any fix-up jobs into their offer, often overestimating the costs, so it’s best to just take care of…