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Send me a message today & let me share an overview of the current Condo market. This may represent an amazing opportunity as an investment or residential home. Don’t wait! Prices will change and this may be your best chance to make your move into this growing segment while interest rates are at historic-low levels! Send me a message and let’s make a plan today!

If you’re even just ‘thinking’ of Listing your Home to take advantage of these historically low interest rates and super low inventory levels, send me a message today. Our Exclusive Realtron 24/7 LIVE Appointment Center never sleeps, so you can. While other brokerages were closed, our Appointment Center managed 4,381 calls in January! Never miss a call for your showing and ALWAYS use a Realtron Top Producer like me, to help you sell your home faster and for Top Dollar! Send me a message today & let me share the valuable tools and strategies I can offer to help you reach your goals faster and more successfully. Some numbers really do speak for themselves.

Wishing Everyone a Very Safe and Special Family Day Long Weekend! #familyday #valentinesday #longweekend #familytime

Send me a message today and let me show you the strategies and tools we can offer to help you navigate this market successfully. Everyone knows the market is hot but what you need to know are the factors that are fueling it and where the opportunities may reside. In this market update you’ll hear the details that will better arm you to make a plan moving forward. Join Broker/Owner, Alex Pilarski & General Manager, Cam Forbes as they share their combined 40-year wisdom on the market and how to navigate through it to win. Send me a quick message and let’s review your 2021 plans over a virtual coffee. But to it today because timing is everything!

Send me a message TODAY to receive your private link so you can join us for this special real estate symposium. We’ll be discussing current market conditions including the challenges & opportunities in 2021. Join RE/MAX Realtron Broker/Owner Alex Pilarski & General Manager, Cam Forbes who will be sharing valuable insights & information you’ll want to know if you’re thinking of making a move in 2021. Seminar begins at 7:00pm on Wednesday February 10th. Send me a message NOW to get your Free registration link! You won’t want to miss this!

Send me a message today and let’s make an action plan to help you maximize the value of your home. Whether you’re thinking of trading up, or moving over, or moving away, NOW is the time to move forward. Historically low interest rates may not last much longer and low inventory levels may change soon too. You’ve worked hard to build the equity of your home and today is truly the opportunity to maximize your investment so you can start living your dream life today! Let’s have a virtual coffee and discuss how I can market your home so it sells faster and for top dollar. Put Your Home in The Right Hands.

Send me a message today & let me show you the unique strategies and special tools I can use to help you skillfully and masterfully Purchase or List Your Home. In this market, now more than ever, you need the master skills of a RE/MAX Realtron Top-Producer to help navigate successfully and make your dreams a reality. In this competitive climate, your best move is to always work with a Master. Let’s a have a virtual coffee and discuss your gaols for 2021 and beyond. Start living Your Dream-Life Today! #beyondabove

While the all-white kitchen will probably never go out of style, there are lots of new design trends for 2021 that will make you equally happy. Consider 2021 as the year of the kitchen and read about the next trends: Kitchen Larders Originally a room in the home used for storing and preserving foods (think: the refrigerator before the refrigerator was invented), the kitchen larder has transformed into a stand-alone cupboard or pantry. They can be large enough to house the m...ajority of your dry goods but small enough to keep things organized while taking up a minimal amount of valuable space. Kitchen Wallpaper While wallpaper has become less scary to the general population over the last five years or so, folks are still reluctant to hang it in the kitchen. If you’re scared about the permanency of wallpaper, try something less, well, permanent. There are plenty of peel-and-stick papers in trendy designs that are incredibly easy to install and remove. Mix-and-Match Kitchen Metals The year 2021 is not about being matchy-matchyand that goes double for your heavy metals. Choose a nice nickel for your knobs and then go with a cool brass or matte white for your faucet. Choose a whole different metal for your lighting fixtures. Hidden Kitchen Appliances Not a fan of stainless steel facades? Try adding fronts to your appliances that mimic your cabinetry. Refrigerators and dishwashers disappear when clad to match their cabinet cohorts. Even your massive oven hood can get in on the action. Open Shelving Open shelves allow you to showcase your beautiful kitchenwares among other heirlooms and antiques. The ability to see through your storage also means everything is easy to find. Just don't forget to clean your items often since they will be open to the elements that might be floating through your kitchen. Reference: https://cutt.ly/kjpS94X

A new home is a chance to bring fresh energy into your life. Searching for your next home can be an exciting journey Read on to find out how the home search process just got easier. Budget and paperwork... A home is a major investment and budget is a concern that should be openly addressed. Pick a realistic number and stick to it so your future real estate agent will show you homes that fit within your budget. Do not miss out on the opportunity to own your dream home because you were declined a mortgage loan. The best way to avoid this scenario is to get pre-approved once you have determined your budget. Wants and needs When starting your home search, prioritize your wants and needs. While pine herringbone floors or a designer patio can feel like an emotional need, the truth is life would be manageable without them. Kick-off your search by choosing your desired property type, then move on to the number of bedrooms and bathrooms. Decide what matters to you, and change your mind if needed. #realestate #realestateagent #realestateinvestor #realestateinvesting #realestateblog #realestatestyle #realestatetips #realestatenews #realestateadvice #realestategoals #realestate

Send me a message today & let me show you the strategies and tools I use that will help sell your Home Faster and for Top Dollar. Inventory levels are exceedingly low. Mortgage Rates are at a historic low. Demand is HIGH and 80% of Canadians believe real estate is a good investment. If you’re thinking of moving up or moving over, now is the time to move forward. Let me know show you why we’re known as one of the best listing agents in the industry. We provide a 100% virtual experience from home tours to touchless legal transactions. We are here as always to provide our essential service, so you can list and purchase safely & successfully. Send me a message now and let’s have a virtual coffee and discuss your next move. Start living the life of your dreams.

Wishing you a very joyful New Year despite these difficult times. We really wish things were different! We hope that the new year brings your family much happiness and prosperity, and that in time the world will be a safe place again.

Several Canadian economists recently surveyed believe that record low-interest rates have been keeping buyers interested and prices high in Canadian real estate, but they also expect that housing values in Canada’s largest markets will see only a modest increase in 2021. As the economy starts to change irrevocably toward a post-pandemic world, more people are reaching the conclusion that home and work will become entwined more intimately in the future and that living space ne...eds to be reviewed to accommodate such a future. Looking to the spring market, the economists said we can expect that housing values in Canada’s major markets will experience modest increases. Reference: https://cutt.ly/1hPrjHz

Please send me a message today and let’s discuss how I can help you reach your goals of first-time buying or trading up. NOW is a great time to talk & explore the opportunities! Listen to this brief video and you’ll discover why. Want to know how COVID and historically low interest rates are impacting the real estate market? What exactly is driving the increase in the market & how are inventory levels affecting prices? Join Broker/Owner, Alex Pilarski & General Manager, Cam Forbes as they review the Toronto & GTA real estate market and offer their insights into untapped market opportunities. Again, send me a message today because the market for 2021 is only predicted to get more competitive!

We’ve all been through a lot this year. It’s been an unprecedented time to say the least. But hopefully now, we can all take this time to appreciate the things that really matter during this Holiday Season. It will undoubtedly be different but our human connection transcends pandemics and virtual gatherings. May we all stay safe, happy and joy filled with those things that matter the most. Let’s all reach out to the people we know who would relish in hearing a friendly voice. To all our Dear Families, Friends, Colleagues, and Valued Clients who are celebrating, we wish you a Very Merry Christmas and Holiday Season.

If your ability to afford the mortgage payments on the home you want to buy is causing you concern, buying a foreclosure home may make a lot of sense. Plus, it will also allow you to get more for your money which could enable you to get to live in the neighborhood you really want. If a homeowner fails to keep up with their mortgage payments, the lender can begin foreclosure proceedings, and the sale of foreclosed homes can sometimes be a bargain to home buyers. This is be...cause the lender wants to release their money from the property as soon as possible. If you’re thinking about how to buy a home that’s in foreclosure, be sure to do your research because there are extra stages involved. As an example, below are some of the steps involved in the sale of a foreclosed home that you need to be aware of. How to Buy Foreclosed Homes Setting Your Budget Getting the Right Help Getting Pre-Approved Making the Offer The Home Inspection If you’re keen on finding a bargain on your next home, a foreclosure could be right for you, but it’s highly advisable to do your extra due diligence. And, as long as you understand the risks involved and work with a knowledgeable real estate agent, it could work out really well. Reference: https://cutt.ly/lhQ9LIt #realestate #realestateagent #realestateinvestor #realestateinvesting #realestateblog #realestatestyle #realestatetips #realestatenews #realestateadvice #realestategoals #realestatesales #realestatephoto #realestateteam #realestatebrokers #realestateagents #realestatebroker #toronto #firsttimehomebuyer See more

One of the biggest questions that tend to arise in the months leading up to December, is whether or not people should decorate their homes for the holidays while trying to sell. Well, there are some tips on how you should go about staging your home during the holiday season: Try to Take Photos Beforehand... Take a photo of your home before decorating. This will allow potential buyers the chance to see your space both with and without decorations, and also will keep the listing photos from looking outdated if your home is still on the market in the months after the holidays. Keep it Simple & Generic Keep your decorations simple and generic. Keeping your decor generic will also help prospective buyers to envision themselves in your home, as not everyone celebrates the same holidays. Keeping things simple and generic will allow your home to be viewed as being festive and cozy, while also being approachable to potential buyers. Tuck Personal Items Away By tucking personal items away, as mentioned above, you allow potential buyers to see themselves in the space, without being distracted by personal items that belong to the current owner. Don’t Overcrowd the Space It is important to keep space in mind when decorating, so you aren’t blocking any key viewpoints or are restricting access to parts of your home that potential buyers may be trying to look at. Keep it Classic Outside When staging your home for the holiday season, many people only think of the indoor spaces. The outdoor curb appeal matters too! Keep outdoor lighting simple and classic by using white/yellow bulbs and string lights to keep your outdoor decor simple, while also looking sophisticated and classy. Consider utilizing any pillars or railings on the front step/porch by wrapping them with string lights and a garland, or putting down a holiday-themed doormat to help welcome prospective buyers to your home. Reference: https://cutt.ly/7hAsnH2

Please send me a message today and let’s discuss your real estate dreams. Home prices are forecasted to increase another 4-6% in 2021. Right now, we have the lowest interest rates in recent history. There has never been a better time to list or purchase a home. Whether you’re buying for the first time or trading up or moving over, today is that day we should start that conversation! And working with a RE/MAX Realtron Top Producer like me, is the best decision you can make when we’re talking about the biggest financial decision in your life. Trust the #1 brand, RE/MAX to get the best results. Let’s talk and make 2021 your year!

Seasoned gardeners will tell you landscaping is far from seasonal. Designing a backyard that pops throughout the year requires careful consideration to ensure everything rotates in turn with the Earth’s axis. Consider the simple concept of a snow globe. The scene is serene when all is calmand even more magical when shook up with falling snow. Instead of feeling discouraged by our gardens being buried in snow, it’s time to rethink the winter seasonit’s an opportunity to sh...ift focus. Visual interest can be achieved by integrating ornamental grasses, trees and hardscaping. In fact, you’ll find these five tips will allow you to show off your property in an unexpected way. Rain, snow, sleet or shine! Evergreens Bark Hardscaping Berries Four-season perennials Reference: https://cutt.ly/ehgis0I #realestate #realestateagent #realestateinvestor #realestateinvesting #realestateblog #realestatestyle #realestatetips #realestatenews #realestateadvice #realestategoals #realestatesales #realestatephoto #realestateteam #realestatebrokers #realestateagents #realestatebroker #toronto See more

The record-pace of activity in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market continued in November. According to the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s (TRREB) November housing market report, resale activity in the GTA is showing no signs of slowing down, after having another record-setting month, during which a total of 8,766 sales were made. This constitutes a 24.3% jump from the 7,054 sales recorded in November 2019. Last month, detached house prices, which rose 15.2...% to an average of $1.2 million in the GTA, saw a 19.2% increase in the 905 communities surrounding the 416-area (compared to an 8.7% increase in the City of Toronto to an average of $1.48 million. Across the GTA, the aggregate average selling price for detached, semi-detached, townhomes and condos climbed 13.3% year-over-year to $955,615 last month, a $110,000 annual increase. The 905 condo market also outperformed Toronto in price, rising 4.8% to an average of $533,984, compared to a 3% drop in the city to $640,208. What’s more, sales of detached homes were up 30% across the GTA in November: 33.6% in the 905 areas and 19.3% in Toronto, while sales of semi-detached homes in the GTA were up 33.9%: 32.7% in the 905 and 36% in the 416. On the flip side, condo apartment sales slowed in November, showing only a 7.1% annual increase, most of it in the 905 where sales increased 23.3%, compared to just a 0.8% increase in the City of Toronto. Condo prices, however, saw their first decline since April. Reference: https://cutt.ly/6hvmqNG #realestate #realestateagent #realestateinvestor #realestateinvesting #realestateblog #realestatestyle #realestatetips #realestatenews #realestateadvice #realestategoals #realestatesales #realestatephoto #realestateteam #realestatebrokers #realestateagents #realestatebroker #toronto See more

Tuesday, December 8th @12:00pm! Register now for this FREE Symposium. We’re having a kitchen table talk about the opportunities in real estate for 2021. We'll be sharing key opportunities & trends to look for in a post-Covid reality. We also want to hear from you. What is your home ownership goals for 2021? Let’s talk about the paths to help get you there. Please send a message directly if you require any assistance! Here are the link details. When: Dec 8, 2020 12:00 PM East...ern Time. Topic: Real Estate Opportunities in 2021. Register in advance by clicking on the link below: Register in advance for this webinar: [https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_ysvrQTA2TqCc0efIipWNrA]

A perfectly styled coffee table can take your living room from OK to OMG! But getting the look just right can be easier said than done. It turns out there’s actually a formula for it. However, with a little insider knowledge, you too can create a perfect vignette. Here’s what you need to know about coffee table decor. Start with the Right Coffee Table Cut the Clutter Set an Anchor... Use Books Add Some Shape Bring It to Life Don’t Keep Things on the Level 3 is the Magic Number It’s a 360 View Keep Your Colors in Check Change with the Seasons Reference: https://cutt.ly/yhkUGIA #realestate #realestateagent #realestateinvestor #realestateinvesting #realestateblog #realestatestyle #realestatetips #realestatenews #realestateadvice #realestategoals #realestatesales #realestatephoto #realestateteam #realestatebrokers #realestateagents #realestatebroker #toronto #firsttimehomebuyer #homespace #bedroomdesign See more

Mortgage Stress Test: Everything you need to know A mortgage stress test is a way of determining exactly how much you can afford (and under what circumstances). The mortgage stress test requires banks to check that a borrower can still make their payment at a rate that’s higher than they actually pay.... Your income needs to be high enough, and your existing debt low enough, to be able to pay down your mortgage at that higher rate. Ask a mortgage broker for help when stress testing a mortgage before you buy. In addition to helping you find out what your ideal debt service ratios and maximum interest rate are, they can keep you up to date on changes to lending policies that can affect how much you can borrow. Reference: https://www.ratehub.ca/bl/how-to-stress-test-your-mortgage/

As we’ve seen recently in the media, our fearless front-line health care warriors are being pushed to their limits. While this current situation is challenging for many of us, including our local community businesses (which need our support now more than ever!) it is unimaginably difficult on our brave & selfless front-line health care workers. One day, (hopefully very soon) this will all be far behind us but right now, let’s continue to show our support & appreciation for these incredible health care professionals! Please share this video. And as always, I am here for you to help you with any real estate questions you may have. Thank you!

Micro condos question There's never been a better time to be in the market for a "micro-condo" in downtown Toronto. Landlords are selling off units as they become less profitable thanks to high long-term vacancy rates (and harder to fill with Airbnb guests thanks to border closures.) because covid-19 definitely coughed at this question. That`s why Toronto area condo prices are up 3 percent over last year but are down 4 percent from the peak reached in the first quarter.... Well, what type of real estate do you prefer more: tiny condos or large apartments? Reference: https://www.blogto.com//tiny-condos-flooding-toronto-real/

I wanted to let you know that we will continue to be providing our essential service as we always have. We are here for you whether you’re looking to purchase or sell your home. Because we made significant investments in March (and as RE/MAX, we’ve traditionally helped international purchasers virtually) we are able to strictly follow all safety protocols & offer you a 100% virtual experience, from searching for your dream home, selling your home... to a complete paperless tr...ansaction. Let’s also please do everything we can right now to support our local businesses in our community. They need our support now more than ever so let’s all think & shop local! Working together we will get through this as individuals & as a community. There are definitely better days ahead! Please send me a message with any questions you may have or if I can help fulfil your real estate goals. The market continues to be strong with several opportunities & unprecedented low interest rates! See more

Expect home sales to sizzle right into the holidays, Toronto's real estate board says. Canada’s three largest metro areas reported another hot month for housing in October, with sales up by double digits in the Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver areas, despite warnings from the experts that the market is bound to cool off in the coming months. Jason Mercer, the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s chief market analyst, says the economic recovery since spring combined with low bo...rrowing costs have made the housing market attractive to many. Expect record or near-record home sales for the remainder of 2020! Mercer expects the market to remain healthy in the long term, whatever the short-term pressures. Looking beyond COVID-19, it is clear that the high demand for housing will continue. The federal government has set immigration targets above 400,000 people for each of the next three years. The GTA will undoubtedly continue to benefit from this population growth. All of these people will need a place to live, whether in the ownership or rental markets. Reference: https://cutt.ly/HgBh3JP

Six Tips for Choosing the Perfect Sofa Like everything else in this era of endless choice, there seem to be infinite options when it comes to choosing a sofa. You might think you know exactly what you want, but once you walk into a shop or browse images online, the styles, shapes, and customization alternatives can become overwhelming. 1. Consider size first. If you have a bigger living room, you’ll need to decide exactly how much of the living room you want your couch to fil...l. 2. Decide exactly how the sofa will be oriented. Successfully organizing a living space starts with analyzing your lifestyle. 3. Determine which shape will suit the room best. Now that you’ve decided your sofa’s function, it’s time to figure out which shape will help it fulfill that purpose. 4. Research upholstery materials. Which will be best for you? Aesthetic is important, but functionality is key when it comes to choosing a material for your sofa. 5. Choose a style that complements your home. It can be a little hard to nail down your own personal style, but go with your gut instinct when picking the type of couch that will fit naturally in your home. 6. Pick a color: bright, printed, or neutral? Re-upholstering furniture has become a relatively inexpensive option for anyone who wants to personalize a piece of furniture. Reference: https://cutt.ly/Nhwvd27