National Real Estate
State of the Real Estate Market: June 2022
The Ontario market is seeing balanced and buyer’s market conditions depending on the region, while Manitoba and Alberta continue to be seller’s markets, though they are also trending towards a balanced market.
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BuyingMost Affordable Cities in Ontario for First-Time Home Buyers in 2022
Where are the most affordable homes in Ontario? Using the affordability index, let’s look at the data across the province to help first-time home buyers plan an affordable purchase. -
BuyingReady to Buy Your First Home in 2022? 7 Signs You Are Ready
There’s nothing quite like buying your first home. It's typically one of the largest purchases you will ever make and a great investment in your future. Before taking the plunge and getting lost in the hunt, here are the signs that you’re ready to buy your first home with nothing to fear! -
National Real EstateCan Blockchain Technology Aid Real Estate Transactions in Canada?
In an industry that continues to deal with fraud, blockchain technology can help through the implementation of smart contracts, creating a more comprehensive system for real estate data storage, and creating more opportunities for fractional housing investment in Canada. -
Home ImprovementHow to Give Your Garden a Spring Glow-Up
This year, why not take things to the next level? You can make this space even more magical and impactful with a few easy changes. Here are our top tips for giving your garden a glow-up. -
National Real EstateWhat's the Scoop With Interest Rates? A Mortgage Breakdown
It’s no secret that Canadian interest rates are low. The prime rate for Canadian mortgages, which is influenced heavily by the policy interest rate (target overnight rate) set by the Bank of Canada (BoC), currently sits at 2.45%. What does 2022 have in store when it comes to interest rates? -
National Real EstateWhat Do Political Promises Mean for Home Sellers and Buyers in 2022?
After sifting through the mountains of information, investors, homeowners, and home seekers are no doubt left with questions. First, what are the changes and what do these political promises mean for home sellers and buyers in 2022? And more importantly, when will these changes take effect? -
SellingShould You Wait Until Spring to Sell Your Home This Year?
There are several reasons why a winter sale can work in your favour. This winter, with strong selling conditions in many of the country’s major markets, the question isn’t should you wait until spring to sell your home, but rather, why wait? -
At FairSquareIs FairSquare Group Realty a DIY Real Estate Company?
A misconception about FairSquare Group Realty (FairSquare) is that we are a DIY real estate brokerage, or that we are FSBO (For Sale By Owner) to use real estate industry jargon. FairSquare is a real estate brokerage, much like other real estate brokerages. What sets us apart is our business model.
On December 1, 2021, Purplebricks rebranded to FairSquare Group Realty. Blog articles published before this date were created under the Purplebricks brand but remain the property of FairSquare Group Realty.
In January 2019, ComFree Commonsense Network Brokerage rebranded to Purplebricks.