Thoughts & Happenings

Downsizing to a smaller place or selling the family home can be an emotional experience, especially if you’ve been out of the real estate market for a long time. 

Much has changed in the real estate world in recent years. There’s no shortage of information on the Internet, but finding the information that relates to you and your circumstances and what it means to you can be a real challenge.

Selling your home fast shouldn’t mean sacrificing a mutually satisfying deal. You can increase your home’s asking price and still sell your home fast if you make the right home improvement decisions. Below are 5 of our most recommended budget-friendly home improvement ideas that will draw in the best returns when selling your home.

Buying a home is a huge financial commitment for anyone. You have to be 100% sure that you’re getting exactly what you’ll be paying for by checking every detail and by being on the lookout for inconsistencies and other home buying red flags. We’ve compiled a list of the home defects that you must look for when buying a home below.

Here’s a quick market update for the month of September where we take a close look at some of the buying trends we are currently experiencing. 

There’s a lot of speculation, but the numbers are clear; 2018 has seen a substantial drop in Asian buyers in the Oakville luxury home market. 

We’ve dissected the numbers for sales over $2 million, considered the Foreign Buyer Tax, as well as tighter financing requirements – and the results are staggering. We’re seeing drops of over 65%! 

The newest fire station and community centre will be having their grand opening this coming Saturday, September 22. Everyone is welcome to celebrate the grand opening of the Trafalgar Park Community Centre and Fire Station #3 from 10 in the morning to 4 in the afternoon at 133 Rebecca St!

Rare opportunity on quiet street minutes from downtown Oakville. This large lot has town approval for severance into two wide lots allowing you to build two homes both with double car garages and strong front elevations. RL3-0 zoning with 35% lot coverage (42% RFA) allowing for approximately 2,500 square feet and 2,850 square feet for each home both with west exposure. Walk to trendy Kerr Village and Downtown Oakville. Surrounded by many newly custom built homes this opportunity doesn’t present itself very often and is not to be missed!

Proud to offer this stunning custom built freehold townhome in the ever trendy West Harbour‎ pocket! Mere steps from the Lake, marina and meandering lakefront trails and parks and to Lakeshore's famous dining and shopping experiences! Imagine stepping out your door and strolling downtown to the numerous coffee shops, the recreation centre, or fabulous Performing Arts centre for a show and intimate dinner!

Even big kitchens have a tendency to look and feel cramped as the busiest and most-used room in the house. It needs a lot of organization and storage without looking stuffed with clutter. Below are our tips and tricks on how to get a bigger looking kitchen.

Stunning stately home fronting and backing on private dense ravine in north Oakville.

Situated on one of north Oakville’s most desired streets this home features over 6,300 square feet of total living space with incredible ravine views from every window of the home.

The traditional family friendly layout features a formal living room and dining room both with beautiful ceiling details and flooded with natural light. The oversized kitchen is a chef’s dream with large island and top-of-the-line appliances all overlooking the beautiful bay windows in the breakfast area. Open off the kitchen is the family room with two-story cathedral ceiling, a gas fireplace and built-in media centre with surround sound speakers. Down a private hallway, you will find a conveniently located in-law/nanny suite with ensuite, privately situated away from the main living space.

August 2018 Market Stats for the GTA. Want to know more about your current housing market? Please call one of our trusted REALTORS for a thorough update today! 905-845-9180