6 neighbourhood factors that impact homes’ relative appreciation
byStatistics are too broad to be useful Most Realtors love real estate statistics. If asked, and often when not asked, we will tell you…
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Top ten qualities of a great Realtor
byWith about 2,000 Realtors working in Waterloo Region, there is no shortage of Realtors to meet and interview. With that in mind, you are probably wondering what characteristics make up a good Realtor? Great question.
Waterloo Region is the fastest growing urban area in Canada
byWaterloo Region is the fastest growing urban area in Canada. Waterloo Region topped the list, growing by 2.8 per cent from 2018 to 2019.
Renting an Airbnb in Waterloo Region will cost more in the new year
byAirbnb has signed an agreement with Waterloo Region to collect a 4 per cent municipal accommodation tax (MAT) from hosts who list their homes, apartments and rooms for short term stays.
Waterloo Region. Demographic, economic and workforce statistics
byWaterloo Region is a pretty great place. Anyone who already lives here already knows that. If you are considering relocating here, we have some statistics to show how great we are!
The costs of commuting
byWith more and more greater GTA homebuyers getting pushed out of the real estate market in their home cities like Toronto, Oakville, even Milton,…
What type of homes are most burglarized?
byGetting burglarized A recent story in the Record got me thinking about crime – break-ins (or burglary to be more exact). The story –…
Older, but still young
byThe latest census data reveals a couple of interesting statistics. Here in Waterloo Region, we are both younger than national average but older than…
How will the 10% mortgage rule affect local real estate?
byThis week, a new mortgage rule went into effect. Home buyers are now required to put down a minimum downpayment of 10% on the…
Will Ontario cities get the right to impose a municipal land transfer tax?
byThe Ontario Liberal government is not ruling out giving Ontario’s municipal governments the option to impose a municipal land transfer tax. This is bad…