Residential sales activity in the area served by the Cornwall and District Real Estate Board came in well above year-ago levels in May 2013.   Click here for graphs and charts

Is there a set commission rate or a flat fee? What is a 'Confirmation of Representation'? What happens to my deposit? These are all good questions to ask prior to entering into any real estate transaction. REALTORS® have the experience and trusted professional training to get you the right ... [More]

Buying and selling a home is a complicated process. The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) lists 135 typical actions and research steps for a successful residential real estate transaction. Are you aware of each of these? Your local REALTOR® is – having been trained in each step involved in the... [More]

When it comes to selling your home, appearance is key. Buyers will often purchase based on their first impression – and when your home is surrounded by plush greenery, that impression is often warm and inviting. But selling during the wintertime poses a number of challenges for the seller. ... [More]

A balcony view overlooking the city or a back yard BBQ party: Which appeals most to you? With the recent surge in condominium developments in Eastern Ontario, homebuyers are asking themselves the big question: Condo or house? Let’s start with an overview of each: Condos: Feature an apar... [More]

Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you will make in your lifetime – and keeping that home is one of the biggest challenges many are facing today. When the bills start adding up and your payments get increasingly more difficult to make, it is critical that you sit down and take a ... [More]

Of the more than 120,000 Ontarians who used a REALTOR® to buy or sell a home last year, many did so without fully understanding the expertise and skills REALTORS® provide, says a new Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) survey. Conducted by Leger Marketing, the survey says only 10% of Onta... [More]

THE LISTING INTERVIEW When listing your property, here are some questions you should be asking your REALTOR®: ·         How long have you been selling real estate? ·         How many homes did you se... [More]