On July 30, 2025, the Bank of Canada held its overnight policy interest rate at 2.75% for the third consecutive meeting, while the Bank Rate remained at 3.00% and the deposit rate at 2.70%. No surprises here — most economists and market watchers had anticipated this hold. In the official statement,

Downsizing can be a daunting task, whether you're moving into a smaller home, decluttering your living space, or simply reducing your possessions. Here are some tips that can help make the process easier: Start early: Give yourself plenty of time to go through all of your belongings and decide wh

If you’ve been dreaming of owning a lakeside cabin, a park model, or a cozy retreat where you can escape the hustle and bustle, one question inevitably comes up: “When is the best time to buy a recreation property?” The short answer? It depends on what matters most to you. Let’s break it down into t

If you've ever started a conversation with a REALTOR®, there's a good chance it began with one of these eight questions. And we get it—buying or selling a home is a big decision, and you want to make sure you're informed and ready. Here’s how I usually answer the questions clients ask most often (p

Closing day in a real estate transaction can bring about surprises. While it's essential for both buyers and sellers to carefully review and address all details in the purchase agreement, unexpected issues can still arise. Here are some common surprises on closing day and what you can do about them

The Financial Post recently shared insights into where recreational real estate is heading in 2025 — and it's looking like another strong year for cottage country across Canada. While much of the national spotlight focused on eastern provinces and high-demand destinations like Muskoka, Alberta is q

On June 4, 2025, the Bank of Canada announced it would hold its benchmark interest rate at 2.75%   This decision reflects the Bank's effort to balance inflation concerns with signs of a slowing economy. While the rate didn’t increase or decrease, this “pause” carries meaningful implications for anyo

Preparing your home to sell can be a daunting task, but there are steps you can take to make the process go smoothly and maximize your chances of a successful sale. Here are the top ten things you should do to get your home ready to sell: Clean and Declutter: A clean, clutter-free home looks more s

Why we traded city life for year-round lake living—and never looked back. When we made the move to Gleniffer Lake full-time in 2018, a lot of people thought we’d lost our minds. We weren’t retired, and we weren’t close to it—we were just done with the pace of big-city living. When COVID hit, we tra