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We only just touch on Winnipeg’s wonderful neighbourhoods on our Communities page, so we thought this blog would be a great way for you to get to know the areas of the city where you’re considering purchasing a home.   First up is North Kildonan on the northeast side of Winnipeg. This neighbourhood was once […]

Whether you have a rental property in another province, have inherited a house the town over, or have already moved and need to sell your previous home, there are a few things you need to consider so that the transaction goes as smoothly as possible.   Here are a few things to consider when selling […]

There are a million things to consider when choosing a new city to move to. Whatever your reasons — family, work, a fresh start — you want to choose a place that fits your lifestyle, fits your budget, and has everything you need to enjoy your life.   If you’ve thought Winnipeg might be the […]

If you’re purchasing your first home or looking to upsize on a tighter budget, you may find yourself viewing homes that need a bit of work. Maybe it’s a new kitchen, all new bathroom fixtures, or brand new flooring throughout.   Whatever your reasons for looking at a fixer-upper, there are a few important things […]

If you’re looking to buy a home in the near future, especially your first home, you may find it a little more difficult to qualify for a mortgage. The CMHC has recently tightened its requirements for homebuyers who have a down payment for a home of less than 20%.   While this may not be […]

We’ve all felt a pang of buyer’s remorse before: maybe you bought a shirt that looked great in the store, but wasn’t so awesome once you got it home. Maybe you bought a kitchen mixer that stopped working after a couple months. Those things are usually relatively easy to return, so you don’t live with […]

Selling or buying a home is likely one of the largest personal transactions you’ll ever make, and trusting someone with the “keys” to that sale or purchase can be a bit scary — especially if you’re not sure that your realtor is “the one.” There are, however, several key criteria that will help you tell […]

Right from the beginning of his career, Gino Cipriano has made it his mission to give back to the community. His people-first real estate approach has always extended beyond just business — there are more ways to help people than providing excellent realtor services. Gino regularly donates to various charities, giving most prominently to the […]

While studying and learning all about feng shui might sound tempting when staging your home for sale, there are much easier ways to do a bit of simple housekeeping so that your house or condo entices buyers from the moment they walk in. Here are some tips and hacks that don’t involve knocking out walls […]

Fundamentally, your house is just four walls, a roof, a couple doors, and some windows. But at its core, it’s your home. Our homes are incredibly personal places; they’re where we raise our families, lay our heads at night, create lasting memories, and keep all our earthly possessions. So it’s only right that many of […]

During these very challenging and uncertain times, homeowners are rightfully worried about how they’ll continue to pay their mortgages. You may be experiencing lay-offs or a drop-off in business, but rest assured that your financial institution of choice has measures in place to help give you a hand until everything goes back to “normal.”   […]

Though we find ourselves in uncertain, often strange times, we want to assure you that we’re adapting and doing everything we can to not only keep your house hunt or home sale going, but to keep you, your family, and all parties involved safe and healthy. How we’re showing houses right now In this time […]

The term “bidding war” often comes up when it comes to buying or selling a home. Sellers love them; buyers usually don’t want to be part of one; and realtors field all sorts of questions about them.   Is a bidding war the best thing for the sale of your home? What even is a […]

You may have heard the term “pre-approval” mentioned when it comes to purchasing a home, especially your first home. Firstly, though, what is a mortgage pre-approval, and how can it affect your chances of purchasing your new home? Here’s what you need to know!   Start off on the right foot If you’re looking to […]

Whether you’re buying or selling your home, price is always on your mind. You want to sell your home for top dollar and perhaps even make a little money on it over your purchase price. If you’re buying, you want to know that your realtor is actively working to get you the best deal possible. […]

If you’re considering buying a new home or selling your current home, you’re likely considering your options when it comes to contacting a realtor (real estate agent) or using one of the self-sale companies. Those self-sale options might seem quite attractive to start, especially since they offer a perceived cost savings, but have you considered […]

If you’re thinking about moving in the next year — whether it’s to downsize into a condo or to move into something larger with your growing family — you may be wondering when you should sell your current home. After all, you want to sell for the best price possible, and you want to make […]

While searching for a real estate agent, you may see that many of them have won awards throughout their careers, and these awards will come from a multitude of agencies — but what do they all mean? While it’s nice that a realtor has accomplished something for themself, how does that translate to your home […]

If you’ve just bought a house and it’s time to sell you current home, you definitely want it to sell quickly. This will help cut down on bridge financing costs, potential hotel costs, get your own financing through sooner, and (most importantly) reduce the stress of the whole process. To help move the sale of […]

Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or buying your tenth house, no matter your down payment amount, you have to face a mortgage stress test in Canada. You’ve probably heard the phrase before, but does it actually mean? Unlike medical stress tests, you won’t have to run on a treadmill. Here’s what a mortgage stress […]

Are you thinking of moving to Winnipeg in the not-too-distant future? Our vibrant city is always bustling and alive with things to do and places to go. While Winnipeg is a great tourist destination, it offers plenty of attractions, restaurants, and more to make sure that living here is never boring. Here are the best […]