How to Find a Home That Has your “Big Three”

By: Sylvia Smith

How to Find a Home That Has your “Big Three”

Tags: BUYING A HOME, HOMES NEAR ME, MLS LISTINGS, VAUGHAN REAL ESTATE, Vaughan REALTOR, TORONTO REAL ESTATE

  How do you find the home of your dreams within a price range you can afford? Most buyers start by making a “wish list”. But, it’s easy to get frustrated when you have a long wish list and expect you’ll be able to find a home with everything on your list.   You might, for example, have “mature treed backyard” as number 23 on your list, and be...Read More

Dealing with the Stress of Selling Your Home

By: Sylvia Smith

Dealing with the Stress of Selling Your Home

Tags:

SELLING A HOUSE, MLS LISTING, Vaughan REAL ESTATE, REAL ESTATE, VAUGHAN REALTOR, TORONTO REAL ESTATE

Let’s face it.  Planning events, even exciting ones like an overseas vacation, can be stressful, So, it is not surprising that some homeowners – even those thrilled about moving to a new home – can slip into the “worry mode: when listing their home to sell.   Unfortunately, the anxiety of selling can make the process an unpleasant experience.  Who needs or wa...Read More

GTA August Housing Market Stats

By: Sylvia Smith

GTA August Housing Market Stats

Tags: TORONTO MARKET UPDATE, MLS LISTINGS, TORONTO HOUSING MARKET UPDATE, VAUGHAN HOUSING MARKET, REAL ESTATE, MLS REALTOR, HOMES FOR SALE

  In August the Greater Toronto Area’s housing market remains strong.  In fact, we continue to see record results in the month of August.  Demand for housing continues to remain very strong and we are seeing many homes selling in bidding wars in the Greater Toronto Area primarily due to demand outpacing supply.   In August 2020 there were 10,775 sales which reflect a 40....Read More

Cleaning Tips for Instantly Improving Curb Appeal

By: Sylvia Smith

Cleaning Tips for Instantly Improving Curb Appeal

Tags: SELLING A HOUSE, CURB APPEAL, Vaughan REAL ESTATE, VAUGHAN REALTor, TORONTO REAL ESTATE

    As you may know, curb appeal refers to how your home looks from the street, which creates the first impression of your house to buyers.  First impressions are very important when selling your home.  Your home’s curb appeal can have a big impact on the sale of your property.  In fact, it’s not uncommon for a buyer to drive by a listing, rather than stop, b...Read More

Need to Sell Your Home Quickly? Here's What You Need to Do

By: Sylvia Smith

Need to Sell Your Home Quickly? Here's What You Need to Do

Tags: selling a house quickly, houses for sale, real estate, vaughan real estate, trusted realtor, toronto real estate

  There are many reasons why you might suddenly have to sell your home. It could be a change in family circumstances, unexpected work relocation, or you simply have a desire to move. Whatever the reason that you want or need to move, selling your home quickly requires some fast action on your part. But that doesn't mean you need to panic. You can list and sell your home, quickly while s...Read More

COVID-19 Is Forcing Us to Make Our Homes a Priority

By: Sylvia Smith

COVID-19 Is Forcing Us to Make Our Homes a Priority

Tags: HOMES, HOME OFFICE, SUBURBAN LIVING, BEST Vaughan Realtor, Toronto Realtor

  A lot has changed in the last while and it will likely not go back to being completely normal any time soon. The time at home has taught us a lot and has forced us to assess what really matters in our lives and to re-assess how we have lived our lives. Prioritizing our Relationships with our Family and Friends The pandemic has forced us to take the time to care for each other and spend...Read More

GTA Real Estate Market is Hot Again – Prices Continue to Increase

By: Sylvia Smith

GTA Real Estate Market is Hot Again – Prices Continue to Increase

Tags: TORONTO MARKET UPDATE, GREATER TORONTO MARKET UPDATE, HOUSING MARKET UPDATE, BUYING A HOME, SELLING A HOUSE, HOUSE HUNTING, HOMES FOR SALE, TORONTO REAL ESTATE, VAUGHAN REAL ESTATE, REALESTATEWITHSYLVIA

The Greater Toronto Area’s housing market appears to be immune to the economic impact of COVID-19.  Sales volumes for the month of July hit an all-time high and housing prices continue to increase.   According to the data from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TREBB) July was a record-breaking month with 11,081 homes sold which is a 29.5% increase in sales volume compared to ...Read More

Bidding Wars are Back – How To Get that Dream Home

By: Sylvia Smith

Bidding Wars are Back – How To Get that Dream Home

Tags: Bidding Wars, Sellers Market, Buying a Home, Vaughan Realtor, Toronto Realtor, Vaugahn Homes

    Although we have gone through unprecedented times living through the unexpected COVID pandemic the real estate market has jumped back surprisingly quickly.  With the economy opening up we are seeing pent-up demand putting pressure on the hot southern Ontario real estate market.  What is driving the market in a short supply of homes and many buyers looking to buy a home? ...Read More

Buying a Vacation Home or Cottage

By: Sylvia Smith

Buying a Vacation Home or Cottage

Tags: COTTAGE, VACATION HOME, MUSKOKA, PARRY SOUND, SEASONAL COTTAGE, WINTERIZED COTTAGE, YEAR-ROUND COTTAGE, COUNTRY HOME, BUYING A COTTAGE, VACATION PROPERTY

  Thinking about buying a vacation home or cottage creates images of idyllic days relaxing with friends and family amongst the beauty that Ontario has to offer.  It creates images of a waterfront retreat and the kids screaming and yelling of joy as they jump into the lake and evenings around the fire pit enjoying the stars and smores.   Do you dream of escaping the urban, city comm...Read More

Thinking of Buying a Cottage – Things to Consider

By: Sylvia Smith

Thinking of Buying a Cottage – Things to Consider

Tags: Cottage, Vacation home, Muskoka, Parry Sound, Seasonal cottage, Winterized Cottage, Year Round Cottage, Chalet, Country Home, Hobby Farm, realestatewithsylvia, Buying a Cottage

Do you dream of one day having a family cottage?  Do you dream of creating amazing family memories at your cottage?  Being able to escape life in the city and forget about life's worries and stresses?  Seeing the kids play freely and hearing their joyful squeals as they jump into the lake. Seeing them enjoy and explore the wonders and beauty that nature has to offer, stayin...Read More