Home Is Where the Heart Is

Spring 2026 Market Update

(See below our spring message for the market update)

Some people search the world over, literally, looking for I don’t know what, and probably, neither do they.  I am going to let you in on a little secret – you won’t find your heart in a home or place until you have a place for your home in your heart.  That is, home is where the heart is.

What does this have to do with real estate?  Why, just about everything.  I have said this before in one of these blogs, and it remains as true as time, whether it’s an apartment, condo, townhouse,...

I was looking outside a couple of weeks ago and saw the snow had covered our property.  It was beautiful in many ways and got me thinking.  This past summer garden provided me with precious fruits and vegetables, but it too had to rest.  As the plants and soil have finally fulfilled their fruitful purpose, they are the foundation for what the future holds.  The soil is enriched and renewed, and we are filled with hopes and dreams of what comes next. 

There is a lot of similarity between gardening and real estate.  They both have their best fruitful days, and they both have their quiet...

The Great Pump and Dump:  Is there a housing shortage in the Greater Toronto Area?

June 23, 2025

Hi all,

Hope you are all staying cool through the quick onset of summer.  The tomatoes and cucumbers sure need this.  Too bad I cannot get out into the yard to see how they are doing.  Too hot.

Anyway, this piece is a little bit longer.  It is two parts really.  A little bit of venting frustration followed by a little bit of review of current market conditions.  In the end, like all free-markets, buyers and sellers will have to come to some kind of agreement for any deals to be made.  That...

Is it uncertainty and fear or just a normalizing real estate market?

Toronto’s real estate market remains dynamic, presenting both challenges and opportunities for buyers, and investors.  Sellers need to understand that the current market is not what it was a few short years ago.  Realtors will have to work hard to manage and meet expectations. 

With home prices averaging $1,093,254 in March 2025, reflecting a 2.5% year-over-year decline, the market is shifting in favor of buyers. Increased inventory and evolving economic conditions have created a landscape where strategic purchasing...

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Exciting Announcement: 

Arlene and I are thrilled to share some exciting news with you! Team Cannex has officially joined the Right at Home Realty, Brokerage family.

That’s right, with Team Cannex you are Right at Home!

Why This Benefits You

Our...

Smell That?  It’s Spring.  Around the house this spring.

This is a short but important list of things to do around the house this spring.  A house is a place where you make your life, and that’s what makes it a home.  A house is one place to make your home.  Perhaps condo living is more in line with your lifestyle.  Maybe renting.  Let us help explore real estate options with you in mind … that might even lead you outside Canada, but more on that another time.  For now…

Spring is in the air! Goodbye winter chill and let’s embrace the blossoming beauty of the new season, it's the perfect...

Origins

The origins of St. Valentine’s Day, or just Valentine’s Day as it more commonly known, are nearly as mysterious as love itself.  Legend and historical accounts contributing to the day we now associate with love and romance go as far back as the third century Roman Empire.  Today, it’s highly commercialized, but its spirit endures.

The Legend of Saint Valentine

One of the most popular legends attributes the origins of Valentine’s Day to a priest named Valentine who lived during the reign of Emperor Claudius II. Claudius had forbidden young men from marrying, believing that single...

New Year, New Home?

What to Consider Before Buying or Selling a Home

As we kick off the new year, you might be wondering if it's the right time to buy or sell your home.  Here are three key things to think about:

1. Current Market Situation

The real estate market in the Greater Toronto Area can be unpredictable. It's important to know if it's a buyer's market (lots of homes for sale and lower prices) or a seller's market (high demand and higher prices). Also, consider the time of year; spring is usually busy, but winter might offer fewer competitors and more serious buyers or sellers.

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