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Whether your clients are purchasing vacation homes, cottages, and rental properties for their personal use, or to house regular tenants or shorter-term rentals through Airbnb and Vrbo, having a property inspection is a great preventative measure that can save them a lot of hassle by offering a heads-up to any major issues that are present or could arise in the future. When existing problems or potential issues are identified during a property inspection, they can often be remedied by the seller, or the buyer can be compensated with a lower purchase price to make up for future spending. Since cottages…

City-building doesn’t happen without demolition. The Teperman name has been synonymous with demolition — and subsequent city-shaping — for over a century, with Teperman Wrecking’s signature orange and black trademark a familiar sight on construction hoarding in major Canadian cities. Marvin Teperman, grandson of Teperman Wrecking’s founder Samual, was front and centre to the company’s large-scale growth. Alongside his cousin Morton, he took over a labour intensive operation and turned it into a multi-faceted machine intensive institution across Canada and into the United States (US). The change-maker — one his grandson, Toronto developer Jordan Teperman, calls an icon and his…

Canadian real estate doesn’t just feel out of reach—there’s quantitative evidence. A new Statistics Canada (Stat Can) study shows that real wages have only seen modest growth from 1981 to 2024. When compared to the surge in real home prices, it becomes clear this generation isn’t just exaggerating—home prices have grown nearly 7x faster than wages.  Canadian Real Full-Time Wages Grew 24% From 1981 to 2024 Canadian wage growth has been modest—to say the least. The median real hourly wage for full-time jobs (30+ hours/week) grew 24% between 1981 and 2024—an average annual growth rate of 0.53%. That’s not exactly…

If you are looking for an upscale home in one of Canada’s major cities, Calgary presents a unique opportunity. Known for its stunning mountain views, low property taxes, and urban living free from the congestion typical of larger cities, Stampede City offers luxury buyers another desireable feature: value. What Defines Luxury Real Estate in Calgary? Luxury real estate in Calgary is characterized by properties that offer exceptional quality, design, and location. Homes in this segment typically start around $1.5 million and higher depending on size, amenities, and location. Key features often include: Custom Architecture: Homes are designed with unique architectural…

SPONSORED CONTENT Moving to a new home is more than just a change of address – it’s a new chapter, full of potential and promise. But, getting there takes planning, organization and the right support. Whether you’re moving across town or across provinces, here are some essential tips to make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. 1. Start with a smart plan The key to a successful move is early planning. Begin by creating a timeline at least six to eight weeks before your moving day. Use this time to: Research moving companies Notify service providers of your…

The following was submitted in response to a recent opinion piece written by Alberta Real Estate Association CEO Brad Mitchell.   Contrary to the Alberta Real Estate Association’s disappointing and ill-informed assertions published in the Real Estate Magazine, the Real Estate Council of Albert’s (RECA) actions in the Drinkwater matter demonstrate the effectiveness of Alberta’s real estate regulatory framework. RECA is firmly committed to protecting consumers and upholding the integrity of Alberta’s real estate industry.   “RECA acted swiftly”   Upon receiving credible allegations of fraudulent activity by Eric Drinkwater in spring 2024, RECA acted swiftly and decisively in accordance…

In April, shortly before the federal election, the City of Vancouver held its own election to fill two seats on Council that were vacated after OneCity Vancouver’s Christine Boyle was elected as an MLA in the provincial election last fall and the Green Party’s Adriane Carr resigned earlier this year.Elected to fill those two seats were COPE’s Sean Orr and OneCity Vancouver’s Lucy Maloney, who both secured between 33,000 and 35,000 votes — nearly twice as many as any of the other candidates and over three times as many as any candidates from ABC Vancouver, the party led by Mayor…

Every election, we hear the same promises: more housing, more affordability. But for the next generation, homeownership is slipping further into fantasy. I’ve been in the real estate business for over twenty years, and in that time, I’ve seen young homebuyers lose hope—and parents wonder why their children can’t afford what once seemed attainable. For decades, the benchmark for affordability was simple: a home should cost no more than four times a household’s income. Today, that number is closer to ten in Toronto and twelve in Vancouver—a level once considered unthinkable. We’re told this is just “basic economics”—a supply problem…

Just in time for Pride Month, Hazelview Properties has secured Canada’s first Rainbow Registered accreditation for a residential rental building: Story of Midtown, at 73 and 75 Broadway Avenue in Toronto.The national designation is awarded by Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) and is meant to recognize businesses and organizations that go above and beyond to create spaces where those in the queer community feel honoured and safe. “When you see a Rainbow Registered symbol, you know the business or organization meets a stringent set of standards to ensure that 2SLGBTQI+ customers feel more welcomed and accepted,” reads the CGLCC’s…

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