Increase the Value of Your Home Before You List: Elevate Your Home’s Curb Appeal  We know that selling your home can be an exhilarating yet daunting process. And as you prepare to list your property, it’s essential to maximize its appeal to potential buyers. The key lies in making strategic improvements that not only enhance the overall aesthetics but also increase its value. Whether you’re aiming to attract more offers or get a higher selling price, there are many ways to elevate your home’s appeal without breaking the bank. This can be achieved by some minor touch-ups to transformative ..read more

How Much Will it Cost to Purchase a Home? The journey of purchasing your first home is an exciting milestone filled with anticipation and decision-making. However, during the thrill of house hunting and envisioning your future in a new space, there are some important financial considerations that first-time homebuyers must be mindful of. From deposits to property taxes, navigating the complex landscape of homeownership requires thorough understanding and preparation.  The VanDinther Team is here to help you understand some of these complex decisions that will need to be made. In this blog ..read more

What You Need to Know About Buying a Pre-Construction Condo  Purchasing a pre-construction condo is just the beginning of an exciting journey towards homeownership. The allure of owning a brand-new property, tailored to your preferences, in the picturesque city of Burlington, Ontario, is undeniably appealing.  However, navigating this process requires some careful consideration and expert guidance. In this blog, we’ll delve into everything you need to know about buying a pre-construction condo in Canada, offering invaluable insights and practical tips to ensure a seamless experience ..read more

Welcome Home: Reason to Move to Burlington  Burlington is situated between Toronto and the Niagara Region, which is one of the reasons why the area is so picturesque and popular. This area offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty, it’s no wonder why more and more people are considering Burlington as an ideal place to call home.  This blog will delve into the top 10 compelling reasons why Burlington stands out as a fantastic place to live. At the end of this blog, we’ll explain how our team of highly experienced realtors will be able to help you find the perfec ..read more

The Winter Real Estate Market  The winter real estate market changes every year, there are benefits to both buying and selling during this time of year. In this blog, we’ll explore some of those benefits and offer some winter moving tips along the way.  It’s true that Southern Ontario experiences distinct characteristics in the winter real estate market. However, despite the colder temperatures and potential weather challenges, this season presents unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Winter often signals a time when the real estate market experiences a shift in dynamics ..read more

Benefits of Living in a Townhouse: A Guide  There are a lot of great benefits when it comes to living in a townhouse, from the peace of mind that you might not have to take care of certain elements such as snow and gardening. There might also be other things that make life easier including cost-effective living, community living, space efficiency, location advantages, security and so much more.  In this blog post we want to go over some of the benefits that you might enjoy when you choose to live in a townhouse. The VanDinther Team is ready to work hard to help you find the perfect t ..read more

Real Estate Statistics for September 2023 – Entire RAHB Market Area  The REALTORS® Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB), reported a total of 620 sales in September 2023 in the entire RAHB market area. According to RAHB, this was the slowest level of activity recorded since 2010 and it was a decrease of 18 percent. The decrease in sales was met with an increase in new listings – with a sales to new listings ratio of 30 percent.  It was reported that there was a 19 percent increase in inventory, which was 12 percent higher than it was the same time period last year. The benchmark ..read more

Property Taxes in Canada For a lot of first time homebuyers understanding how property taxes work in Canada can be intimidating. Some questions one might have could simply be; where is my money going? Some of the revenue that’s collected via property taxes goes toward both the municipal and provincial governments. But understanding exactly where that money is going is an important part of homeownership. RE/MAX Canada recently shared a great article about this very topic and have explained the process in an easy to understand way.  “Property taxes are mandatory annual payments that owners ..read more

Alternative Mortgage Lenders  Have you heard of Alternative Mortgage Lenders? In this blog post we hope to explore what you can expect when you choose this option for a mortgage lender. At this time the Bank of Canada continues to raise interest rates and this has had an impact on the mortgage market. The effect this is having means that some people are being turned away from even getting a mortgage and others are paying high prices.  “The conventional five-year mortgage lending rate is inching closer to six percent again. This also means that the mortgage stress test, which determin ..read more

Advice for First-Time Homebuyers  This is an exciting time, you’re looking at listings and the prospect of being a homeowner. Not only is this a big step but it’s also an opportunity to make a major investment. Being a new homeowner comes with a lot of responsibilities, this blog is here to help you navigate this new world of being a first-time homeowner.  RE/MAX Canada recently posted an article with some fantastic advice for first-time homebuyers. The article will review some of the government programs that are available to you that help to make this whole process easier and more a ..read more