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Should I Stage My Home When I Want to Sell It?

If you’re thinking about selling your home, you’re probably wondering: Is staging really worth it?
Here’s the honest answer: If you want to sell faster and for more money, staging isn’t optional anymore—it’s a smart investment.

Why Staging Matters

Staging isn’t about decorating—it’s about marketing.
You’re not just selling walls and windows. You’re selling a vision of what life could look like inside that home. When buyers emotionally connect, they act faster—and they’re often willing to pay more.

The numbers back it up:

  • Staged homes sell up to 73% faster than unstaged homes, according to the Real Estate Staging Association (source).

  • In Canada, staged homes are reported to sell…

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Home renovations in Canada have always been a significant investment, but in recent years, rising material costs and supply chain disruptions have made them even more challenging. One of the biggest culprits? Tariffs.

From lumber and steel to appliances and fixtures, ongoing trade disputes and tariff wars have driven up costs and created uncertainty in the renovation market. If you’re planning a remodel, understanding how these economic factors impact your budget—and knowing how to navigate them—can help you make smarter decisions.

Why Are Renovation Costs Rising?

Tariffs are essentially taxes imposed on imported goods, and when they affect key building materials, those costs eventually get passed down to homeowners. Here’s how tariffs are…

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As we move deeper into 2025, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Durham Region real estate markets continue to evolve. February saw a significant rise in available inventory, while home sales softened compared to last year, creating a favorable environment for buyers. Let’s dive into the latest trends and key statistics from February 2025.

GTA Market Insights The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) reports that 4,037 home sales occurred in February 2025, representing a 27.4% decline from the same period last year. Meanwhile, new listings increased by 5.4% year-over-year, offering buyers more choices. The average selling price across all home types was $1,084,547, marking a 2.2% decrease compared to February 2024.

Experts anticipate a…

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