by Westmount_Signs | May 31, 2017 | Selling
A frequent question I get asked by potential home sellers is “do I need to do anything to my house for it to sell?” With the real estate market in Kitchener-Waterloo & Cambridge currently in this unprecedented seller’s market, I must say that every situation is a...
by Westmount_Signs | May 11, 2017 | Selling
The number of DIY home selling services is growing and may have you wondering why the need for a real estate agent still exists. While doing the work yourself can save you the commission rate, flying solo may end up being more costly than a realtor’s commission....
by Westmount_Signs | Apr 28, 2017 | Real Estate Market, Selling
If you sold a home in 2016 there is a new tax requirement regarding the principal residence exemption you need to be aware of when filling your 2016 income taxes. This rule change is part of a tax-evasion crackdown meant to reduce the number of Canadians who are...
by Westmount_Signs | Mar 14, 2017 | Selling
The real estate market continues its rapid climb. This seems to be reported on a monthly basis. A home in Toronto recently sold for roughly $1-million above asking price. This represents a 50% increase on the asking price. The average home in Kitchener-Waterloo isn’t...