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Interest Rates Are Back in the Conversation: What Ontario Buyers & Sellers Should Know
September 25, 2026
Market Update
Interest Rates Are Back in the Conversation: What Ontario Buyers & Sellers Should Know
September 25, 2026
Market Update

Interest rates are back in the conversation, but what does that actually mean for Ontario real estate?

With inflation shifting expectations & the possibility of a Bank of Canada rate increase receiving renewed attention, buyers & sellers may be wondering whether now is the time to move or wait. Here’s what has changed, how rates really affect the housing market & where opportunities may be emerging across Burlington, Hamilton & surrounding communities.

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September 25, 2026
Market Update
Who Pays for What When Buying or Selling a Home?
September 24, 2026
Who Pays for What When Buying or Selling a Home?
September 24, 2026

Buying or selling a home involves considerably more than negotiating the sale price.

Between deposits, legal fees, land transfer tax, adjustments, inspections, real estate fees & moving expenses, there are several costs that can catch people by surprise if they are not planned for in advance.

So, who actually pays for what in a Burlington real estate transaction?

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September 24, 2026
Building a More Accessible Future | Rick Hansen Foundation
July 7, 2026
Accessible Living by RTR
Building a More Accessible Future | Rick Hansen Foundation
July 7, 2026
Accessible Living by RTR

I'm incredibly proud to share that I've completed the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) Professionals Training—a comprehensive 60-hour program dedicated to understanding accessibility, universal design, and creating spaces where everyone can participate with dignity.

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July 7, 2026
Accessible Living by RTR
Why Burlington Continues to Be One of Canada’s Most Desirable Places to Call Home
May 25, 2026
RTR's Tips of the Trade
Why Burlington Continues to Be One of Canada’s Most Desirable Places to Call Home
May 25, 2026
RTR's Tips of the Trade

One of the things I love most about real estate is that it isn’t just about buying property.

It’s about intentionally creating a lifestyle that supports who you are & where you want to go.

For some people, Burlington offers the perfect full-time balance of sophistication, convenience & natural beauty.

For others, the pace of city life eventually calls for a little counterbalance.

Which is exactly why I also specialize in lifestyle markets like Haliburton & surrounding cottage country.

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May 25, 2026
RTR's Tips of the Trade
What to Expect from the Bank of Canada’s Upcoming Rate Announcement
April 27, 2026
Bank of Canada
What to Expect from the Bank of Canada’s Upcoming Rate Announcement
April 27, 2026
Bank of Canada

On April 29, the Bank of Canada will release its next interest rate decision alongside the Monetary Policy Report.

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April 27, 2026
Bank of Canada
A Quiet Shift With Real Impact: What Ontario’s Expanded HST Rebate Means for Buyers & the Market
March 28, 2026
A Quiet Shift With Real Impact: What Ontario’s Expanded HST Rebate Means for Buyers & the Market
March 28, 2026

Ontario’s expanded HST rebate could return up to $130,000 on new homes. Here’s what the 2026 policy means for buyers, affordability, and today’s real estate market.

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March 28, 2026
Should You Rent or Buy in Today’s Market?
February 19, 2026
Should You Rent or Buy in Today’s Market?
February 19, 2026

With the recent interest and conversation around my beautiful Burlington lease listing, I’ve been hearing a question come up again and again:

“Is it better to rent or to buy right now?”

The truth is — there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer.

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February 19, 2026
Why Now Is the Time to Buy Your Cottage-Country Lake Retreat
January 21, 2026
RTR's Tips of the Trade
Why Now Is the Time to Buy Your Cottage-Country Lake Retreat
January 21, 2026
RTR's Tips of the Trade

If owning a lake house has been on your vision board for years, this is the window many buyers quietly wait for and very few recognize in time.

Before the spring rush.
Before competition heats up.
Before everyone suddenly wants the same thing at once.

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January 21, 2026
RTR's Tips of the Trade
How 2025 Shaped Ontario Real Estate and the Outlook for 2026 | From Halton to Cottage Country & Beyond
December 30, 2025
Market Update
How 2025 Shaped Ontario Real Estate and the Outlook for 2026 | From Halton to Cottage Country & Beyond
December 30, 2025
Market Update

In 2025, global uncertainty was everywhere. Ongoing geopolitical conflict, economic tension, and the return of Donald Trump to the U.S. political spotlight added noise to already cautious financial markets. For Canadians, especially in Ontario where many jobs are tied to global trade and investment, that uncertainty translated into hesitation and a more thoughtful approach to major decisions like buying or selling a home.

From market shifts to moments of resilience, this blog looks back on 2025 and sets the stage for what’s next.

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December 30, 2025
Market Update