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by Donna Bulika | Feb 19, 2018

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𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰:

Many people enjoy reading predictions about the future, whether they’re related to weather, personal matters, business, relationships, or real estate. Some predictions are based on stars, while others rely on past events and current statistics. Whether you believe in them or not, they can be entertaining.

No one can predict the future, even economists who base their forecasts on statistics and facts. There are many factors and events that can affect the economy, some of which cannot be predicted.

Years ago, the GTA and Toronto real estate market was often referred to as living in a housing bubble, with prices consistently rising by double-digit percentages each year. Even when everyone believed prices couldn’t rise further, they did. I remember sharing predictions with other realtors, and most of the time, we were right—prices increased again, particularly during the spring market. I tended to be more optimistic and often encouraged investing in real estate loudly on social media.

𝗪𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰? 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗴𝗼 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗜𝗢 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁!
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𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧:
☎️Direct call/text: 416-797-6226
📩Email: sold@donnabulika.com
🌐www.DonnaBulika.com
📍28A Hazelton Ave, Yorkville
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#TorontoRealEstate #condos #yorkville #torontorealtor #realestatepredictions #predictions2024 #realestate2024 #torontolife

𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿

𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗯𝘆 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲.

Are you wondering if it makes sense to buy a home right now? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two compelling reasons why it still may be a good time to become a homeowner.

𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲
There’s been a lot of confusion around what’s happened with home prices over the past two years. While they did dip ever so slightly in late 2022, this year they’ve been appreciating at a more normal pace, which is good news for the housing market. And while looking at price movement over just a year or two can make you worry prices are usually this unpredictable, history shows in the long run, home values rise.

𝗥𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗚𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀
Another reason you may want to consider buying a home instead of renting is the never-ending rent hike. If you’ve ever felt the pinch of rent increasing year after year, you’re not alone. That’s because rents have climbed steadily over the past six decades.

By buying a home, you can lock in your monthly housing costs and bid farewell to those pesky rent hikes. That stability is a game-changer.

In the end, it all boils down to this: your housing payments are an investment, and you’ve got a choice to make. Do you want to invest in yourself or your landlord?

By becoming a homeowner, you’re investing in your own future. When you rent, that’s money you never get back.

“𝘐𝘧 𝘢 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘣𝘶𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘴, 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘢 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦.”

𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦: 𝘒𝘦𝘦𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴.
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𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧:
☎️Direct call/text: 416-797-6226
📩Email: sold@donnabulika.com
🌐www.DonnaBulika.com
📍28A Hazelton Ave, Yorkville
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#TorontoRealEstate #condos #yorkville #torontorealtor #torontohomes #homeownership #buyingahome #yorkvillerealestate

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲?

You need a careful approach if you want to minimize your spending and still get your ideal home. So, let’s go over how to negotiate the best deal when buying a home!

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
To negotiate the best deal when buying a home, diligent research and thorough preparation are essential. So, start by understanding local market trends to gauge property values accurately. Moreover, research comparable prices nearby for a solid price range. And delve into the motivations of the seller and identify potential negotiation points! Finally, with a well-prepared groundwork, you’re poised to negotiate confidently for your dream home.

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺
Assembling a competent real estate team is a strategic move that can significantly ease the negotiation. So, collaborating with a skilled realtor is pivotal, as their expertise in the market and negotiation can be invaluable. They provide insights into property values and guide you through the intricate process. Additionally, having a knowledgeable real estate attorney by your side ensures well-handled legal aspects. Their expertise safeguards your interests and offers clarity on complex contracts. And don’t forget a trusted mortgage broker who helps you secure the best financing options. And with all the comprehensive advice, you can maximize the benefits of working with a realtor and other professionals. So, building a strong team ensures you navigate the complexities of home buying with confidence, making the journey smoother and more rewarding.

𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 - 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗜𝗢.

𝘗𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘳 𝘋𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘢 𝘉𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘢 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘶𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘛𝘰𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯:
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𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧:
☎️Direct call/text: 416-797-6226
📩Email: sold@donnabulika.com
🌐www.DonnaBulika.com
📍28A Hazelton Ave, Yorkville
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#TorontoRealEstate #condos #yorkville

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? The R

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄?

The Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002 (REBBA) will be renamed the Trust in Real Estate Services Act, 2002 (TRESA).

This legislation brings important changes for consumers and those trading in real estate in Ontario. Phase 2 of TRESA will come into effect on December 1, 2023.

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝟮:

1. 𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴;
2. 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘴; 𝘢𝘯𝘥
3. 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.

I will be sharing everything in detail with my current clients and those who might be selling or buying real estate in the future via email. If you are not on my VIP list, welcome to subscribe. Link in BIO.
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𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧:
☎️Direct call/text: 416-797-6226
📩Email: sold@donnabulika.com
🌐www.DonnaBulika.com
📍28A Hazelton Ave, Yorkville
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#TRESA #TorontoRealEstate #condos #yorkville #yorkvillecondos #torontorealestate #realestate #toronto #realestateagent #torontorealtor #trreb

You spend your entire life inside of your head, ma

You spend your entire life inside of your head, make it a nice place to be.
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#happymonday #quotes #happiness #mindsetmatters

Every year, I used to plan my birthday in advance,

Every year, I used to plan my birthday in advance, look forward to it, and celebrate it "in style," whatever that meant to me. Whether it was having a party with friends, enjoying a fancy dinner, driving a Lamborghini (even during lockdowns), or taking photos to remember my hard work, each celebration was memorable. Planning always worked well for me until it didn't.

Sometimes, life throws unexpected things at us, and we may lose control. I made a wish to myself (in 2021, see a video) to keep going and to focus on improving myself—my body, mind, and soul. This wish has become really helpful and relevant in today's world, especially when faced with unexpected events. You have a choice: either let yourself be overwhelmed or bravely swim forward.

This year, I'm celebrating my birthday without planning everything in advance. Instead, I'm trusting the universe and enjoying whatever it brings me each day. Happy birthday to me! I can't wait to see what surprises another trip around the Sun has in store for me.

#happybirthdaytome #cancerian #happyday #happynewtriparoundthesun #toronto

No tips, insights, or real estate news....just a s

No tips, insights, or real estate news....just a simple hi and thank you for following and being a part of my life 💚
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#mondayvibes #summervibes #birthdaymonth #reading #realstatetoronto #entrepreneurlife #torontolife #toronto @suskaphotography @suska_photography

Weekend starts on Friday at @officialfridayharbour

Weekend starts on Friday at @officialfridayharbour #fridayharbour #weekendvibes #summervibes

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 $$$!

𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 - 3 bed/2 wash PENTHOUSE corner unit with wrap-around terrace, North-West views overlooking the Forest Hill.

Aprox.1600 sq. ft.
$𝟱,𝟱𝟬𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 +𝗵𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼
Parking is available for an extra $175
Ensuite laundry + extra paid laundry in the basement

A very warm, cozy, and extra-large unit you won’t want to miss!

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧:
☎️Direct call/text: 416-797-6226
📩Email: sold@donnabulika.com
🌐www.DonnaBulika.com
📍28A Hazelton Ave, Yorkville
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#condos #yorkville #yorkvillecondos #torontorealestate #rosedale #realestate #toronto #foresthill #foresthilltoronto #forrenttoronto #forleasetoronto

There are close to 100,000 registered real estate

There are close to 100,000 registered real estate agents in Toronto and the GTA. There is a big chance that everyone knows at least one realtor. But what if you don’t know any? Then the challenge is how to find the right one for you.

To find a reliable real estate agent in Toronto, you can follow these 10 steps and check the new blog post (link in BIO ⬆️) for an extended version of the post:

1. Ask for referrals
2. Research online
3. Check professional associations
4. Interview multiple agents
5. Assess communication and responsiveness
6. Request client references
7. Consider specialization and experience
8. Review marketing strategies
9. Evaluate compatibility
10. Trust your instincts

By following these steps and conducting thorough research, you can increase your chances of finding a reliable real estate agent in Toronto who will guide you through the buying or selling process successfully. Not in need for a realtor at the moment? Save this post for the future 📌.

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧:
☎️Direct call/text: 416-797-6226
📩Email: sold@donnabulika.com
🌐www.DonnaBulika.com
📍28A Hazelton Ave, Yorkville
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#condos #yorkville #yorkvillecondos #torontorealestate #rosedale #realestate #toronto #torontorealtor #howtofindrealestateagent #howtofindrealtor

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