Thinking about selling your home in St. Catharines or anywhere in the Niagara region? Understanding the home selling process in Niagara is essential for a successful and stress-free experience. This comprehensive guide walks you through each step, from the first consultation to closing day, ensuring you have the real estate tips and local insights you need. Whether you’re downsizing, relocating, or looking to maximize your investment, discover how expert guidance and transparent communication can help you achieve your property goals with confidence.

Residential home sales activity recorded through the MLS® for the Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) totalled 539 units in October 2024, compared to 377 in October 2023.   In October, the Niagara Association of REALTORS® listed 1274 residential properties compared to 1207 in October 2023.   The average days it took to sell a home in October 2024 was 43 days, a 16.2 % increase from October 2023. "With the amount of sales increasing 43% from last October and increasing 10.5% from last month it's a good indicator that things are trending in the right direction and buyers are definitely coming off the sidelines. Buyers…

Residential home sales activity recorded through the MLS® for the Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) totalled 488 units in September 2024, compared to 372 in September 2023. In September, the Niagara Association of REALTORS® listed 1457 residential properties compared to 1366 in September 2023. The average days it took to sell a home in September 2024 was 44 days, a 18.9 % increase from September 2023. With over 2,900 active listings there are plenty of options for buyers to purchase in Niagara. The sales (488), days on market (44) and HPI Benchmark Price ($640,000) stayed relatively the same month over month with the…

Niagara Real Estate Market Update - August 2024 Residential home sales activity recorded through the MLS® for the Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) totaled 503 units in July 2024, compared to 522 July 2023. In July, the NAR listed 1345 residential properties compared to 1280 in July 2023.  The average days it took to sell a home in July 2024 was 42 days, a 31.3% increase from July 2023. The MLS® Home Price Index (HPI), tracks price trends far more accurately than is possible using average or median price measures. The overall MLS® HPI composite benchmark price for the Niagara Region was…

Niagara Real Estate Market Update - July 2024 The latest data from the Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reveals some intriguing trends in our local market. In June 2024, residential home sales totaled 541 units, down from 609 in June 2023. This June, we saw 1,460 new listings, a slight increase from 1,403 from June 2023. Homes are taking a bit longer to sell, with an average of 36 days on the market—a 20% increase from last year. Interestingly, the benchmark price has stabilized, suggesting a more balanced market. Currently, we have over 2,800 active listings, offering Buyers a wider selection of properties.…

In May, the Niagara Association of REALTORS® listed 1568 residential properties compared to 1318 in May 2023. The average days it took to sell a home in May 2024 was 37 days, a 23% increase from May 2023. Consumers who have been waiting on the sidelines should be in the market now with the Bank of Canada announcement reducing the interest rate today. This has given both buyers and sellers the confidence in the market they needed. May was already showing signs of that confidence with May Sales identical to April and the Benchmark Price increase along with the days on market…

The Niagara real estate market had been one of the hottest in the Ontario housing sector in the fallout of the pandemic, with home prices soaring about 27 per cent between 2020 and 2021. Because many households were planting new roots in smaller communities, there was some expectation that the Ontario town could sustain this momentum. However, in recent months, the Niagara real estate market has stabilized as price growth has been modest, and sales activity has plummeted amid an environment of high interest rates. Now that mortgage rates are expected to come down over the next 12 to 24 months, what does the…

Spring market is coming soon, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to make your real estate dreams a reality! With over 30 years of experience as a trusted real estate agent in the beautiful Niagara region, I've had the privilege of helping countless families find their dream homes and successfully sell their properties. Whether you're looking to buy or sell in the Niagara Region, my expertise and dedication are here to guide you every step of the way. Let's turn your real estate goals into a seamless and rewarding experience. Reach out today and let's make this spring your season of opportunity…

As we're getting close to 2024, Niagara is still proving to be a great place to buy, sell and invest in Real Estate. "Niagara housing prices are holding strong with a slight decrease in price of less than 1% month over month and year over year. We also see an increase in sales and new listings year over year,” reports Niagara Association of REALTORS® President, Amy Layton. “This is a good sign which continues to show Niagara remains an attractive place to buy a home. A higher average days on market of 45.5 days from 37 days in October 2023 shows people…

Life is, most certainly, a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, like the excitement of welcoming a new addition, retirement and starting a new adventure, or the bittersweet feeling of an empty nest. If one of these events is changing in your own life, you may be considering buying or selling a house. Through all these life-altering events, there is one common thread—the need to move. Reasons People Still Need To Move Today Whether it is births, deaths, reaching the age of 65, marriages, or divorces, these big life changes are going to continue to impact people moving forward, even with the current affordability challenges brought on by higher mortgage rates and…

September Niagara Real Estate Market Update We are continuing to see a dip in sales this September 2023 compared to August 2023, but an increase in new listings up by 12% from August. The HPI Benchmark price has dipped a bit as well by 1.4% since last month, indicating a buyers’ market. As people get back into their life and school routines in September, this is expected. The last quarter of the year is usually busier as people are hoping to move before the holiday season and winter. October looks to be a great time for buyers as we have lots of inventory and…

Even though you may feel reluctant to sell your house because you don’t want to take on a mortgage rate that’s higher than the one you have now, there’s more to consider. While the financial side of things does matter, your personal needs may actually matter just as much. As an article from Bankrate says: “Deciding whether it’s the right time to sell your home is a very personal decision. There are numerous important questions to consider, both financial and lifestyle-based, before putting your home on the market.” So, ask yourself this: why do I want to move in the first place? Chances are your primary motivation isn’t just…

If you’re a homeowner, you might be torn on whether or not to sell your house right now. Maybe that’s because you don’t want to take on a higher mortgage rate on your next home. If that’s your biggest hurdle, understanding your equity may be exactly what you need to help you feel more comfortable making your move. What Equity Is and How It Works Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. And recently, that equity has been growing far faster than you may expect. Over the last few years, home prices rose dramatically, and that gave your equity a big…

The Niagara Region is experiencing a balanced market with housing prices rising slightly. This stability indicates a healthy real estate landscape, attracting both buyers and sellers. The consistent increase in housing prices showcases the Region’s desirability and points to a strong market going into the Fall. Reach out if you have any questions.

While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during the ‘unicorn’ years, homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers right now. That’s because the number of homes for sale is still quite low. To set yourself up to take advantage of this market, you need to rely on an agent. Only an agent has the expertise needed to find the right asking price for your house. Here’s what’s at stake if that price isn’t accurate for today’s market value. The price you set for your house sends a message to potential buyers. Price it too low and…

The Niagara Real Estate Market Report Year over Year - January 2023 vs January 2022 As expected for January 2023, we are seeing less sales and more homes going up for sale compared to January 2022, which was a highly frenzied seller's market, as we all recall. We are definitely seeing a more balanced Real Estate Market. New listings in the Niagara Region were 771 in January 2023 vs 529 in January 2022, which is a increase of 45.7% Residential home sales in Niagara totaled 302 homes in January 2023 compared to 454 in January 2022, which is a decrease of…

The Niagara Real Estate Market Report Year over Year - December 2022 vs December 2021 New listings in the Niagara Region were 443 in December 2022 vs 403 in December 2021, which is a increase of 7.4% Residential home sales in Niagara totaled 275 homes in December 2022 compared to 473 in December 2021, which is a decrease of 41.9% The average HPI composite benchmark* price was $631,600 in December 2022, compared to $717,800 in December 2021, which is a decrease of 12% The Niagara Real Estate Market Report Month to Month, December 2022 vs November 2022. New listings in the…