The Greater Toronto Area real estate market continues to show signs of a more balanced market, giving buyers more choice and creating new opportunities for those looking to make a move. In this video, we take a look at the latest GTA real estate market update for August 2026, including home sales, available inventory, average home prices, and how long properties are staying on the market. While market conditions remain more balanced, changes in buyer demand and inventory could... [read more]

The Greater Toronto Area real estate market continues to show signs of a more balanced market, giving buyers more choice and creating new opportunities for those looking to make a move. In this video, we take a look at the latest GTA real estate market update for August 2026, including home sales, available inventory, average home prices, and how long properties are staying on the market. While market conditions remain more balanced, changes in buyer demand and inventory could... [read more]

When you are ready to buy a home, finding the right mortgage is just as important as finding the house itself. Many buyers go straight to their own bank, but you have another powerful option called a mortgage broker. A mortgage broker is a licensed professional who works for you, not the bank, to find the best loan for your specific needs. They compare rates from dozens of lenders at once, often saving you thousands of dollars and hours of paperwork. Planning to buy or sell a house or... [read more]

If your current income or credit score isn't quite enough to qualify for the home you want, you don’t have to give up. You can apply for a mortgage with a co-borrower, which means adding a second person - like a spouse, partner, or family member - to the loan. Lenders evaluate both of your incomes and credit profiles, which can significantly increase your buying power and help you qualify for a mortgage. Just remember that a co-borrower shares full financial responsibility for... [read more]

One of the biggest battles during a separation is deciding who pays the mortgage while you’re waiting for the house to sell. If both names are on the loan, both people are fully responsible for the payments-even if one has already moved out. When the person living in the home misses a payment, that late payment can hurt the credit scores of both people. The safest move is to make a written agreement that clearly splits the mortgage and housing costs fairly until the home is... [read more]