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As the market gets increasingly more competitive, how do you ensure your home gets seen? ⠀ Curb Appeal! The exterior can sometimes be an afterthought when listing your house, but don’t let it be - Think of it as your first impression.⠀ As I’ve said before, buyers form their opinion of a home within a few seconds. ⠀ If you want to sell your home, start thinking like a buyer. Here are five easy and low-cost updates to boost your home’s curb... [read more]

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T’is the Season to let the warmth of Christmas Cheer melt away the stress of every day life as we enjoy time with loved ones and focus on what is truly important… We wish you so much joy this Holiday Season and that 2020 brings you Health, Happiness, Prosperity & Balance. December 2019 A Very Merry Christmas  & Happy Holidays! From Our Lacerda Real Estate Family to Yours! Evelyn Lacerda Broker/Owner Marcia Lacerda Sales... [read more]

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Port Credit is a vibrant lakeside neighbourhood nestled in Mississauga!  In Port Credit you can do a wide array of activities, with fun for the whole family. You can find places for entertainment, to dine and shop by the lakeside. This friendly neighbourhood is also right off the QEW highway, making it an easy commute for a day of relaxation. You can soak in views of Lake Ontario at one of their two marinas. Here are a few of our favourite places in the Port Credit... [read more]

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 As Spring inches closer, we thought we could provide you with a list of activities to help beat the winter blues along with some great ideas for March Break.   But first, here is an update on how our clients have done in the last couple of weeks:   1611 Coram Cres Sold in 6 days for 104% of List (4 offers)! 94 Central Pkwy Sold in 6 days for 111% of List (14 offers)! 56 Annie Craig Our buyer won in competition against 3 other offers!   We have... [read more]

Valentines Fun for Everyone! It doesn't matter if you are single or happily off the market... forget the commercialism and idea of 'forced romance'. Valentine's day is an opportunity to celebrate love and it doesn't have to be bought. If you are in a relationship we have some novel ways to make your significant other feel... [read more]

It's Beginning to look and feel a lot like Christmas recently with the fresh white snow and colder temperatures. This time of year offers many fun things to do in the spirit of the holidays. Here are my top 10 picks... 1. Toronto Christmas Market November 15 - December 23, 2018 Tues-Thurs 12pm-9pm & Fri-Sun... [read more]

5 Tips on How to Decide Whether to Hire Movers or Go DIY for Your Next Move When it comes time to move, you will have to decide if you should hire a moving crew or do the job yourself. There are some obvious pros and cons of each scenario. When you hire movers, you avoid heavy lifting. When you do it yourself, you save money. Ultimately, it’s up to you. That’s why we compiled a list of considerations to help you decide whether to hire movers or go DIY. Read on below to help... [read more]

According to the insurance industry, 40% of Home Insurance claims are as a result of water damage. [read more]

Fall is the perfect time to get your home ready for the coming winter, which can be the most grueling season for your home. During winter months, it’s important to follow routine maintenance procedures, by checking your home carefully for any problems that may arise and taking corrective action as soon as possible.   FALL •  Check fireplace and chimney; service or clean if needed •  Clean range hood filter •  Clean leaves out of... [read more]

Ownership is a huge driving factor amongst Millennials and so owning a home is top priority. However, over two-thirds who have bought homes admit to buyer remorse. “According to a study from Bank of The West, a startling 68% of Millennials who had purchased a home have serious regrets about how prepared they were for the home buying process and the home they wound up with. The bank included other demographic segments in the survey and each expressed fewer regrets... [read more]

1. Cutting Boards – Add hydrogen peroxide to an opaque spray bottle and spray on cutting boards to bubble away food prep nasties. Then scrub, rinse clean, and let dry. 2. Refrigerator and Dishwasher – Hydrogen peroxide is a great non-toxic formula for cleaning places that store food and dishes. Simply spray the inside of the appliance, let sit for several minutes, and wipe clean. 3. Sponges – Place sponges in a 50/50 mixture of warm water and hydrogen peroxide and... [read more]

Lower Your Thermostat – Lowering your thermostat while away from home by just three to five degrees will reduce your monthly utility bill and use less energy Install Low-Flow Showerheads – Low-flow showerheads have a flow rate of less than 2.5 gpm, while most conventional showerheads use 5 gallons per minute. Replace Incandescent Bulbs – Halogen bulbs, compact fluorescent lamps & LED bulbs offer longer lasting light & are more energy-sufficient than your... [read more]

It  is  widely  known  that  venturing  into  home ownership  is  one  of  the largest  investments  you  will  ever make.  You  do  your  research  to  find out  how  much  it  will  cost to  buy a house,  determine  what  you  can afford,  and  set  a  monthly  budget  to ... [read more]

GTA sales volume as a whole in March 2018 fell 39.5% from the peak of the market in March 2017 but was up from February 2018. [read more]

Sales volume is down but there isn't much inventory yet. Sale prices are also down from their peak in Q1of 2017 but they are up 12% from what they were in February 2016 which is a much more realistic increase than the craziness of Jan-April 2017.  [read more]

ONTARIO OFFERING THOUSANDS IN REBATES FOR ENERGY EFFICIENT HOME RENOVATIONS Ontario is offer thousands of dollars in rebates for energy efficient home renovations. Homeowners and tenants could also be eligible for a $100 smartthermostat rebate.  Rebates will be offered through the Green Ontario Fund, the non-profit provincial agency funded by the money from the province's cap and trade program.     In order to access the rebates,... [read more]

Research from the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies indicates that Millennials are saving for retirement rather than taking risks and investing their money. "Many are frightened or confused by the topic and even inclined to put their money in a sock and call it a day. That’s a problem, because investing the money you save is nearly as important as saving it in the first place." Follow the link below to find out 5 essential investing moves For... [read more]

The Toronto Real Estate Board Reported the GTA saw a 32.1% drop in sales volume and 12.4% drop in average sales price from April 2018 vs. April 2017. Keep in mind that April 2017 was still within the peak of the crazy over-inflated market. But that is just one side of the story… [read more]

The rebates will be offered through the Green Ontario Fund, the non-profit provincial agency funded by money from the province's cap-and-trade program.   The new rebates are: •  Up to $5,000 to replace windows that meet specific requirements. •  Up to $7,200 off new insulation, and a $100 rebate for air sealing. •  Up to $20,000 for Energy Star-certified ground source heat pumps, or up to $4,500 to repair existing heat pumps • ... [read more]

Buying a home is a huge decision that should be made based on fact and not fiction. Here are 4 examples of fiction that may have kept you from buying a home. You may be surprised to learn that you too can be a homeowner. Fiction: My credit score will stop me from getting a mortgage. Fact: While your credit score must be good, it does not have to be perfect for you to be approved for a mortgage. An excellent credit score will, however, make you eligible for better rates. There are plenty... [read more]

The weather is warming up (or so we hope) and it is time to enjoy a well-deserved vacation, or visits to the family cottage. When making travel plans, the last thing you will want is to be worried about the safety of your home while away – there is already enough to stress about! It is important to prepare your home before your departure; use this easy tips  to help: Tip # 1 Make Your Home Look Lived-In. A house that looks obviously empty can be a target. Keep your house... [read more]

  Tips For Getting Ready For The Community Garage Sale Tip # 1 One Room At A Time-Don’t attempt to declutter your house all at once. Instead, set aside some time ahead of the garage sale and tackle one room at a time. Consider starting with your garage, so you can put all of your items you designate for the sale in one place. Tip # 2 Three Containers For Garage Sale Set aside 3 containers in the room you have decided to start with. Container # 1 -Garbage Container #... [read more]

  When buying or selling a resale condominium, I believe one of  the most important documents in the deal is the status certificate.   It answers such important questions as: Do I own the parking or locker? Are pets allowed? What are the pool hours? How much is in the reserve fund to look after future repairs? Are there any special assessments because there isn’t enough money to pay for needed repairs? Is... [read more]

Will the new housing rules lead to a GTA crash?  I've detailed below how Premier Wynne's new rules are going to impact the housing market. Don't let media scare you. There is nothing in the new rules that will negatively impact our market. The same can't be said about the media's coverage of the real estate market, striking fear in the hearts of buyers. Be informed - Don't believe... [read more]

The current GTA real estate market is seeing unprecedented record sales with prices continuing to increase weekly. I am asked constantly if I think there will be a 'Crash'. While there is definitely more demand than supply right now, I am seeing more inventory become available which will help with this frenzied market. I am also seeing 'Buyer Fatigue' impacting the market as a number of buyers take a... [read more]

2017 has kicked off with another year of severe drought! The GTA is suffering from a severe shortage of available properties for sale. Properties in the GTA are seeing a 2% increase per month! This undersupply is great for Sellers who are benefitting from multiple offers on the few properties that are available.  Have you been wondering what your home would sell for in today’s market? Most homeowners ask themselves that question –... [read more]

    During this season of faith and family, I hope the true meaning of the season fills you with joy.  May you be able to take some time to slow down and enjoy the simple things this wonderful holiday has to offer. From my family to yours, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy,  healthy New Year.   Before winter sets in, this is the perfect time to take care of the little things that can... [read more]

A very special THANK YOU to everyone who attended my fourth Annual Pumpkin Event! It was an absolutely gorgeous and fun day.  Thank you neighbours and friends for your generous donations to the Mississauga Food Bank. Hope everyone enjoyed a safe and happy Halloween!  Have a fabulous fall! Please click the link to see photos of the event. Enjoy! http://evelynlacerda.com/applewood     Scroll down... [read more]

Happy New Year!!! I hope your holidays were extra wonderful!  2016 GTA Market Update & Prediction for the 2017 Housing Market  The average price of all homes across the Toronto region rose to $762,975, a 21 percent increase from a year ago. The hottest activity was in the surrounding 905 region (Mississauga, Oakville and Hamilton) with the average price of a detached home jumping 29.4 percent to $948,191! The sales... [read more]

 YOU ARE PERSONALLY INVITED TO OUR...    4th Annual FREE PUMPKIN GIVEAWAY!    In the 'Spirit' of Halloween & Thanksgiving...... Please come by on SATURDAY OCTOBER 15TH (Rain Day of Sunday October 16th) from 11 am - 1pm  to pick up your Complimentary Pumpkin ... Farm Fresh Apples and Candy!   Non perishable Food Donations... [read more]

I hope you and your family are having a great summer. As you’ve probably noticed, August is a great month to put your house up for sale. In fact, I’m sure you’ve seen a lot of new properties go up for sale and more than a couple of Open House signs get posted in the area. If you’re ever curious about any of... [read more]

  Say you’re interested in learning more about home theatre systems, even though you have no specific plans to buy one. Wouldn’t it be nice to talk to an expert – without feeling pressured to make a purchase? Of course it would. That's why I always make myself accessible to my clients. I may not be able to help much in the area of home theatre systems, but I... [read more]

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2016 Community Garage Sale Event this past weekend!  It was an incredibly successful event with OVER 50 HOMES hosting Yard/Garage Sales in the Applewood Neighbourhood!  The complementary ice cream and slushies were happily enjoyed on this perfect summer... [read more]

Spring is just around the corner and that is traditionally the time of year when the housing market starts to heat up. The 2017 market is ahead of the traditional timeline and already there is a shortage of properties and multiple bids taking place on what is currently available. If you have any plans to move, or are even just curious about what’s available on the market, now is a great time to inquire. It would be my pleasure to email you recent... [read more]

I hope you’ve had the chance to enjoy the sunshine and hot weather recently. :) In the meantime, we are pleased to announce that our websiteEvelynLacerda.com has been updated to include a number of useful and interesting links from Local Community info to Calculators for Mortgages and Land Transfer Tax etc. Also new…Video Testimonials! Find out what your neighbours and friends have said about working with me. Or click the link... [read more]

    ARE WARRANTIES WORTH IT? ISSUE: May 2, 2016 Are Extended Warranties Worth It? Retailers push them, but before you buy consider this:  Repairs may be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. There's a good chance... [read more]

, When you put money in stocks, a mutual fund or another type of traditional investment, you get regular performance reports. You always know if your investment has gone up or down, and by how much. You should be sure to get that same information when you... [read more]