Guides
Straight answers for buyers and sellers.
Plain language guides based on real deals and current market data.
BuyersYour first home, step by step
Buying Your First Home in Markham, Vaughan or North York: A Step by Step Guide
A plain language, step by step guide for first time home buyers in Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Thornhill and North York, from...
BuyersClosing costs, explained
Closing Costs in Ontario: What to Budget Beyond Your Down Payment
What closing costs to expect when buying a home in Ontario, including land transfer tax, first time buyer rebates, legal fees, inspection...
SellersYour 30 day listing prep plan
How to Prepare Your Home for Sale: A 30 Day Plan for Markham and York Region Sellers
A week by week plan to get your Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill or Thornhill home ready to sell: decluttering, repairs, staging, photos and...
SellersPricing in a balanced market
How to Price Your Home in Markham's Balanced Market (Fall 2026)
Markham's fall 2026 market is balanced, with about 5.5 months of inventory and homes selling near 99% of list price. Here is how sellers...