When you read the descriptions of homes for sale in Markham and Unionville, you’ll see an overwhelming number mention open concept living. While open concept living sounds grand, do you really want it, and do you really need it? Let’s explore. What is an open concept or open plan? An open ... » Learn More about Do You Really Want Open Concept Living?
buying a home in Markham
York Region’s Household Income Jumps by 17%
York Region has definitely become a place where people want to live and work. The recent 2016 Canadian census found that the median household income in York Region has increased by 17 percent in the last ten years. The median household income in York Region is now $95,776, which is a jump of ... » Learn More about York Region’s Household Income Jumps by 17%
Why is a Property Survey Important?
In the process of buying and selling a Markham home, what needs to be done and what is most important can get confusing, especially for first-time buyers. You hope that your real estate professional and/or lawyer will handle all of the mind-numbing paperwork and let you just marvel at homes and then ... » Learn More about Why is a Property Survey Important?
5 Surprises That Can Pop Up on Your Walkthrough
Buying a home in Markham is a joyous, yet stressful time. Once you’ve gone through the negotiation process and bought your home, you may believe all that’s left to do is pack. But, there is one final step right before closing that is very important: the walkthrough. It is at this point where you’ll ... » Learn More about 5 Surprises That Can Pop Up on Your Walkthrough
How to Decide on a Community to Live In
As a new homebuyer, you have some very big decisions to make. While the bank and your budget help decide on your purchase price, any decisions about the home are yours alone to make. Location is one of the most important factors when choosing a home and deciding which Markham community to buy a home ... » Learn More about How to Decide on a Community to Live In