Entries by Gary Shouldis

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What Canadians Really Want in a Home in 2025: Essential Features for Today’s Homebuyers

In today’s ever-evolving real estate market, understanding what homebuyers truly want is crucial for both sellers preparing their properties and buyers prioritizing their must-have features. Recent comprehensive surveys have revealed fascinating insights into what Canadians are looking for in their homes in 2025, highlighting shifting preferences that reflect broader lifestyle changes, economic realities, and evolving […]

Impact of Newly Implemented US Tariffs on Canadian Economy and Real Estate Market

Recent Tariff Announcements and Economic Implications The Trump administration has officially enacted 25% tariffs on Canadian imports, beginning March 4, 2025. This implementation comes alongside proposed “reciprocal” 25% tariffs on European goods, including automobiles. The implementation of these tariffs has created economic uncertainty, causing: Volatility in financial markets Weakening of the Canadian dollar to a […]

Rutherford GO Station Expansion Project

The Rutherford GO station is undergoing some major improvements over the next two years.  While there are going to be some short term disruption and inconveniences, when the improvement project is finished we are going to have a much improved GO station here in Vaughan. Here are some of the highlights: New building with a […]

January 2020 Real Estate Market Report – Vaughan

Prices are slowly on the rise. There is a real shortage of good marketed and prepared listings. Average days on the market is still sitting at around 30+ days, but I am witnessing multiple offers, and the properties aren’t lasting too long on the market either.  The number of offers and showings of properties has […]