Common Conditions When Purchasing and Selling a Property in GTA

Steven Ho Buyer, Seller

The market is heading towards a balanced market and that means there is going to be more negotiating between buyers and sellers and this is the return of conditions! Not the condition of a house, conditions that if aren’t met, you can back out of the deal! In this blog, I’ll go over: how seller’s market affects conditions the difference …

Should You Sell a House in 2023 Or Wait Until 2024? How to Decide.

Steven Ho Seller

Are you debating whether you should sell in 2023 or if you should wait? It’s a difficult decision. It’s both a financial and a personal one, with many factors to consider. The scary thing is that the average home price in the Greater Toronto Area has dropped almost 20% since the peak in February 2022. It’s easy to have recency …

Canada Banning Blind Bidding: Good or Bad? (Include Personal Experience with Australian Home Auction!)

Steven Ho Buyer, Seller

Is our blind bidding system the reason why housing prices have gotten out of control? Would you prefer an open auction system to buy and sell real estate?  Canada currently has a blind bidding format when it comes to offers.  Only the seller can see what offers look like. In multiple offer situations, buyers don’t know what other offers are, …

Home Reno’s That Add The Highest Resale Value

Steven Ho Seller, Tips

If you’re thinking of what you should renovate next in your home, here are some cost-effective renovations you might want to consider to add some extra resale value. 1. It is important to take care of your curbside appeal, as it is the first visual buyers get before even entering your home. Some cost-effective upgrades can be as simple as: …

Three Home Selling Myths | Is It Better to Sell My Home Without An Agent?

Steven Ho Seller, Tips

We understand that selling your home can be a confusing and stressful time period, so here are three home selling myths that you should be aware of and will help you gain clarity when selling your biggest investment! Here are three home selling myths you need to know: Selling your home without an agent will save you money: f you …

Investment Opportunity: Virtual Tour of Burlington, ON Complex

Steven Ho Seller

This week we found an end unit, condo/townhouse located in Burlington, ON. This home is a great investment that won’t last on the market very long and you certainly don’t want to miss out. This complex is currently listed at $699,000 but attains a sale price that is approximately $800,000. With just a 20% down payment, this home is truly …

8 Home Renovations That Pay Off On Resale

Steven Ho Seller

If you’re planning to do some home renovations that pay off on the resale market, listen up! When it comes to selling your home, completing the right renovations can yield higher offers and a quicker sale, but what exact home renovations can you do that will pay off on resale? 1. KITCHEN Kitchen renovations give the best ROI, including new …

How to Avoid Leaving Money on the Table in a Hot Market

Steven Ho Seller, Tips

As a seller, have you ever wondered if you were leaving money on the table? Listing agents are able to help avoid this from happening, by preparing the house and presenting the property to the prospective buyer in a way that will entice them to go above and beyond other homes. But, how is this done you may ask? The …

8 Questions To Ask A Real Estate Agent Before Hiring

Steven Ho Seller, Tips

Ever wonder what question’s you should be asking a real estate agent before hiring them to help you buy and/or sell your home?  These are the eight most important questions you should always ask a real estate agent to make sure they’re the perfect fit for you and your situation!   1. How much do you normally sell your listings …

How To Do A Price Analysis In Today’s Market

Steven Ho Buyer, Seller

When it comes to doing a price analysis, it’s important to stay organized and take certain things into consideration such as the sold price, sold date, and more importantly, the assessed value. In this video, I go through a step-by-step process on how you can complete a price analysis in today’s market. So if you’re planning to buy and/or sell …