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Why Most Agents Lose Listings Before They Ever Show Up

Half of surveyed sellers say their agent failed them in some way.The industry response has been more marketing.Better photography. Stronger social media presence. Wider exposure metrics.This solves...
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Canadian Mortgage Renewal Crisis Shows Why Most Homeowners Get It Wrong

TL;DR: 1.15 million Canadian homeowners renewing mortgages in 2026 focus on lowering monthly payments. Wrong move. You should focus on total interest paid. Extending a $400,000 mortgage from 15 to 25...
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Top Paint Colours of 2026 — What They Signal for the St. John’s CMA Housing Market

Top Paint Colours of 2026 — What They Signal for the St. John’s CMA Housing Market

Each year, major Canadian paint suppliers release their “Colour of the Year.” Most...
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Infographic for Why Everyone Waiting For Housing Crash Is Wrong

Why Everyone Waiting for a Housing Crash Is Wrong

TL;DR: The St. John's housing crash people are expecting is not coming. The market is undersupplied, not overheated. Construction costs rose 86.7% from 2017 to 2024. The province needs 10,000 new...
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Canadian Seniors Downsizing

I Watched Canadian Seniors Wait Too Long—Here’s What the Data Actually Shows About Downsizing

The numbers tell a story most people do not want to hear.According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation's November 2023 report, the sell rate among homeowners aged 75 and over has fallen...
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🏡 Ted’s Local Picks: 2 New Spots Worth Trying Around Southlands, Mount Pearl & Galway

One of the best parts of living in the Southlands, Mount Pearl, and Galway area is how often...
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How the Overnight Lending Rate Affects Your Wallet

Understanding the Overnight Lending Rate Ever wonder how a rate you’ve never heard of...
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Virtual Staging in St. John's real estate

Virtual Staging in St. John’ s Real Estate for Quick Sales

See It. Stage It. Sell It. Why Virtual Staging is Winning in St. John’s Real...
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St. John’s Metro Real Estate: Q1 Sales, Inventory and Price Stats

Market Overview Wondering what's driving the buzz around St. John’s Metro real estate in...
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New construction home in St. John’s real estate market

5 Myths About Building Your First Home (And What You Really Need to Know)

“I think building a new home in St. John's just sounds... complicated.” That’s what a...
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Choosing the Right Builder: The Make-or-Break Decision for Your New Home

Explore top listings and gain market insights with our comprehensive guide to St. John's real estate in NL. Your go-to resource for informed property decisions.
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Delays in Timeline: How to Keep Your Home Build on Track (Without Losing Your Mind)

Explore top listings and gain market insights with our comprehensive guide to St. John's real estate in NL. Your go-to resource for informed property decisions.
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