Debt management is a topic that’s usually avoided but openly discussing this awkward subject with your loved ones can help them avoid a lifetime of financial woes. Here are a few of the basics: Budget Crunch Make a complete list of all fixed expenses such as rent/mortgage, car payments, utilities and groceries. Next, list variable…
In February, there were 485 homes sold through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Waterloo Region Association of REALTORS® (WRAR), representing an increase of 9.7 per cent compared to the previous year and a decline of 19.0 per cent compared to the previous 10-year average for the month. “Home sales remained sluggish in…
In January, there were 375 homes sold through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Waterloo Region Association of REALTORS® (WRAR), representing an increase of 25.4 per cent compared to the previous year and a decline of 7.4 per cent compared to the previous 10-year average for the month. “January is traditionally a slower…
Buying a home can be an emotional roller coaster which can cause people to make mistakes as they get swept up in all the excitement. Here are a few common buyer blunders to be aware of: List to Last Make a list of essential features you can’t live without. It’s easy to be dazzled by…
January is the perfect time to set resolutions to improve our health and well-being, but have you ever thought about making resolutions for your home? Here are a few ideas to consider: Cut the Clutter Go through your home, one room at a time, and clear out any items you no longer have any interest…
There were 6,623 homes sold through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Waterloo Region Association of REALTORS® (WRAR) in 2023, a decrease of 14.8 per cent compared to 2022, and a decline of 23.2 per cent compared to the previous 5-year average for annual sales. On a monthly basis, there were 285 homes…
Decorating your home for the holidays is a fun, festive tradition but if your home’s on the market, it’s important that buyers are still able to imagine themselves living there. Here are a few staging tips to help make sure your home doesn’t appear too cramped or cluttered during this festive time of year: Curb…
In November, there were 441 homes sold through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Waterloo Region Association of REALTORS® (WRAR), representing a decrease of 4.5 per cent compared to the previous year and a decline of 33.1 per cent compared to the previous 5-year average for the month. “Last month, the number of…
In October, there were 559 homes sold through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Waterloo Region Association of REALTORS® (WRAR), representing an increase of 12.2 per cent compared to the previous year and a decline of 24.4 per cent compared to the previous 5-year average for the month. “Homes sales in the Waterloo…
In September, there were 527 homes sold through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System of the Waterloo Region Association of REALTORS® (WRAR), representing an increase of 0.2 per cent compared to the previous year and a decline of 27.1 per cent compared to the previous 5-year average for the month. “The number of homes sold…