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Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types
Inflation has risen worldwide. And while there are many ways to mitigate the financial challenges of inflation (stocks, bonds,...

Laurie & Shapoor
Mar 7, 20221 min read


Timeframe for Buying a New Build
Time may not be on your side when buying a new build home Most builders are reporting significant delays due to supply-chain disruptions....

Laurie & Shapoor
Feb 23, 20221 min read


Unique Items for Every Room in the House
What makes a house a home? 🏠 In part, it’s the stuff inside! We’ve got ideas for unique items to make every room in your house feel...

Laurie & Shapoor
Dec 16, 20211 min read


3 Reasons to Buy or Sell During the Off-season
The fall and winter months are generally considered the “offseason” in real estate. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather...

Laurie & Shapoor
Dec 7, 20211 min read


Give Yourself the Gift of Home
You’ve made your list and checked it twice, and now it’s time to treat yourself to something extra nice… 🤩🎁🏡 If a new home is on your...

Laurie & Shapoor
Dec 3, 20211 min read


Use an Agent When Buying New Construction Homes
Shopping for a new construction home? Read on ⬇️⬇️ You may be thinking, “Do I really need a real estate agent?” In our experience, the...

Laurie & Shapoor
Nov 29, 20211 min read


Consider Maintenance Needs Before You Buy
FACT: A 2019 survey found that millennials’ homebuying regrets often came down to maintenance issues. So before you start your home...

Laurie & Shapoor
Nov 15, 20211 min read


5 Factors That Reveal Where the Real Estate Market Is Really Headed
It’s official: the current real estate market is one for the record books! 🏅 Wondering if 2022 will keep the pace? Here’s a look at 5️⃣...

Laurie & Shapoor
Nov 8, 20216 min read


Your Home Is Safe With Us
We like to be prepared. Especially when it comes to the safety of our clients and their homes 🏠🔐 That’s why we have thorough screening...

Laurie & Shapoor
Oct 12, 20211 min read


Home Sales Forecast for 2022
An estimated 682,900 homes are expected to be sold in Canada by the end of 2021. That’s an increase of 23.8% from 2020! 😮 But thanks to...

Laurie & Shapoor
Sep 28, 20211 min read


5 Steps to Sell Your Home
Considering selling your home in this whirlwind of a market? Start with these 5 easy steps: 💪 Understand your negotiating power 🔨...

Laurie & Shapoor
Sep 3, 20211 min read


Making Sense of Today’s Housing Inventory
Housing inventory is lower than low… 🏚️😟 We’re down compared to this time last year, and we already had a housing shortage back then....

Laurie & Shapoor
Aug 25, 20211 min read


5 Factors That Reveal Where the Real Estate Market Is Heading
It’s official: the current real estate market is one for the record books! 🏅 Wondering if 2022 will keep the pace? Here’s a look at 5️⃣...

Laurie & Shapoor
Aug 2, 20211 min read


Home Appraisal Requirements For 2021
Do you actually NEED an appraisal? ⚠️ With all the drama surrounding appraisals these days, you may be wondering if you can skip the...

Laurie & Shapoor
Jul 12, 20211 min read


Appraisals in a Rapidly Shifting Market
Think buyers will pay whatever you want to set your list price for? 💸 You may be surprised! 😲 Don’t forget the bank will send an...

Laurie & Shapoor
Jul 5, 20211 min read


Want a Quick Way to Refresh and Bring Value to Your Home?
Colour can have a profound impact on mood and emotion—it’s a powerful, transformative design tool. Thinking of updating your home? Give...

Laurie & Shapoor
Jul 1, 20211 min read


When buying a home 🏡, don’t do it alone!
Putting together a winning offer 🏆📝 can be challenging, especially in multiple-offer situations, which we’re seeing more and more of...

Laurie & Shapoor
Jun 28, 20211 min read


“Empty Nesters!” 🕊️
📙 Definition: A parent whose children have grown and moved away from home. If you’ve recently found yourself in this stage of life, you...

Laurie & Shapoor
Jun 25, 20211 min read


The Benefits of Working with a Real Estate Agent
An agent can bring a lot of peace of mind during a major transaction, whether you are buying or selling 🏠 And our expertise can...

Laurie & Shapoor
Jun 21, 20211 min read


For Sale By Owner – aka FSBO 👇
In a seller’s market, you may be tempted to sell your home 🏡 yourself to save a little cash 💰 After all, aren’t buyers lining up around...

Laurie & Shapoor
Jun 17, 20211 min read
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