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What Buyers Notice in the First 30 Seconds | Hamilton & Burlington REALTOR®
What Buyers Notice in the First 30 Seconds You only get one chance to make a first impression. Most buyers begin forming an opinion about your home within the first 30 seconds of arriving. By the time they reach the kitchen, they’ve often already decided whether they’re excited—or skeptical. The good news is that first…
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Should you get a home inspection before buying a house?
Should You Get a Home Inspection Before Buying a House? Buying a home is a major financial commitment, but even a property that looks great during a showing can have problems that aren’t immediately obvious. A home inspection can provide buyers with more information about the condition of a property before they become fully committed…
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How Long Does It Really Take to Sell a Home? | Hamilton & Burlington REALTOR®
How Long Does It Really Take to Sell a Home? One of the first questions sellers ask is: “How long will it take to sell my home?” The honest answer is… It depends. No REALTOR® can guarantee how quickly a property will sell, but there are several factors that have a major impact on how…
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August 2026 Canadian Housing Market Update: Sales Dip as New Listings Rise
August 2026 Canadian Housing Market Update: Sales Dip as New Listings Rise Canada’s housing market remained relatively quiet in August, but there was an important shift beneath the surface: more homes came onto the market while sales edged lower. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), national home sales decreased 0.7% from July to…
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Should You Buy the Cheapest Home in the Best Neighbourhood?
Should You Buy the Cheapest Home in the Best Neighbourhood? There’s an old saying in real estate: “Buy the worst house in the best neighbourhood you can afford.” While it doesn’t apply to every situation, there’s a reason this advice has stood the test of time. When buying a home, you can renovate the house.…