Sep 12, 2025 / Blog

Autumn Real Estate Outlook: A Return to a Healthy Market

 

As we step into the fall market, there’s a refreshing shift happening in real estate: we’re returning to what seasoned professionals call a “normal market.”

For years, buyers and sellers have been navigating extremes, rapid price jumps, bidding wars, and ultra-low inventory on one side, or hesitation and wait-and-see attitudes on the other. Now, we’re seeing balance. This is the type of market many of us knew years ago, where homes are thoughtfully prepared, priced with strategy, and marketed with purpose.

It is a time for those HARD conversations very early in the process. Our job is to get the MOST out of what the market will bear. The Sellers and Buyers we are working with now have a real need to move!

What Does a Normal Market Mean for You?

For Sellers

Your home will shine when it’s showcased properly, and buyers now have time to truly appreciate what makes it unique. Pricing smartly and presenting beautifully are more important than ever  and that’s where experience matters.

For Buyers

Gone are the days of frantic bidding wars. You can view homes carefully, consider your options, and negotiate terms that work for you and your family. Opportunity is everywhere for buyers who are ready to act.

The Art of Negotiation: Back in Play

In this balanced market, negotiation isn’t just part of the process , it’s the heart of the process. Whether it’s securing the best price, favorable conditions, or the right closing timeline, skilled negotiation makes all the difference. This is where expertise, market knowledge, and creativity come together to achieve the best outcome.

Why This Market is Exciting

  • It’s not “cooling down,” it’s normalizing.
  • Sellers who market properly stand out.
  • Buyers can engage with confidence.
  • Deals are made through dialogue, not desperation.

This fall, think of the market as a return to real estate’s fundamentals where preparation, presentation, and negotiation open the door to successful moves.

 Bottom line

The fall market is not one to fear it’s one to embrace. With balance comes opportunity, and with the right strategy, this season could be the perfect time to make your next move.

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Sep 5, 2025 / Blog

What’s scarier? Moving homes or slowly going broke in the one you’re got?

Mortgage payments, taxes, endless repairs… it all adds up. What’s supposed to be your “safe haven” often feels like a money pit in disguise.
And here’s the uncomfortable truth: staying put isn’t safe at all. It’s a slow, painful march toward financial ruin.
We like to tell ourselves that our home is the ultimate security blanket. But most of the time, that’s just fear talking. Fear of change. Fear of the unknown.
So ask yourself, what’s scarier?
  • The idea of moving.
  • Or the reality of watching your hard-earned money disappear every month into a house that’s dragging you down.
This is where most people get stuck. They think the choice is “suck it up or sell.” But that’s not how we work.
We don’t do cookie-cutter solutions. We don’t slap a “for sale” sign up just because you’re stressed.
Instead, we put your finances under a microscope. We look at the whole picture, your income, your goals, your lifestyle.
Then we make sure that every single dollar you put toward housing is actually moving you forward, not backward.
Because the goal isn’t just to fit your budget. The goal is to find a place that feels like a win. A place where you can breathe easier. A place where you’re not living with that pit in your stomach every time the bills come due.
Sometimes that means staying. Sometimes it means making the tough call to move. But either way, the decision should put you in control, not the house.
At the end of the day, you don’t deserve to just survive in your home. You deserve to thrive.
And if your current place feels like a cruel financial joke, maybe it’s time to change the punchline.

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Sep 1, 2025 / Uncategorized

This market makes zero sense. But I’ll break it down in under 2 mins.

  • It’s not a buyer’s market.
  • It’s not a seller’s market.
Right now?  It’s a full-on tug-of-war… and nobody’s winning.
Here’s what you really need to know about Burlington real estate 👆🏻.

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Aug 29, 2025 / Blog

Do you want to know the one thing most buyers lie about?

It’s not the price…  It’s timing. Most people will tell me, “Yeah, we’re just looking. We’re in no rush.”
The reality? Families are running on fumes. Toddlers screaming. Teens slamming doors. Dogs chewing anything soft. Back-to-school chaos hitting like a freight train. And here you are, trying to cram in listing scrolling too!
The “perfect time” to buy? It doesn’t exist. It’s a myth sold to calm your nerves. Waiting makes you think you’re safe. And while you’re waiting life keeps moving, and houses disappear.  Most buyers don’t realize this: it’s not just the listings that move fast, it’s the lifestyle windows.
Schools, work schedules, daycare spots, even little things like bus routes or your dog’s walking routine. They all dictate whether a house actually works for your life.  That’s what most agents don’t mention: a house isn’t just bricks and rooms. It’s how it fits your daily chaos.
Do you know how I know life doesn’t wait? This little man in the pic? He’s heading to university this weekend.  One minute you’re wrangling toddlers, packing lunches, dodging spilled juice… and the next, they’re moving out, and you’re left wondering where the time went.
So stop lying to yourself. Admit it, you’re stressed about home life and a home that actually fits your life could fix that.  Timing isn’t about money. It’s about your life. Your kids’ routines. Your sanity.
Life moves fast. Your perfect home won’t wait.

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Aug 22, 2025 / Blog

Want more for your home? Stop doing this!

Which move is smarter?
List high and “hope”? Or list low and actually sell?
Here’s the truth nobody likes to hear: Buyers are smarter than sellers give them credit for.
They’re sitting at home with MLS alerts, mortgage calculators, and Google at their fingertips. They know EXACTLY when your price doesn’t match reality.  And then add in the fact that Canadians are polite. Too polite. If they think your price is a joke, they won’t call you out. They just won’t offer.
So what happens? Your listing sits. The longer it sits, the more people wonder what’s wrong with it. And then, when an offer finally comes… guess what? It’s LOWER than you ever wanted.
That’s the part that stings:
  • List too high → you get stale → you get less.
  • List sharp → you create urgency → you get more.
You don’t have to like it. But that’s how the game works in 2025.

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May 8, 2025 / 30 with Karen & Justin

The Low-Risk Investment Strategy Helping Burlington Families Stay Financially Secure

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I recently had the pleasure of hiring Justin and his amazing team to help me lease an investment property in a pinch. Having previously used Justin with home sales and purchases, I knew I would be in good hands. What I didn’t know was how quick and efficient they would be at finding me a suitable tenant within days of listing! Couldn’t be more happier with the service provided, professionalism and ease of everything. Highly recommend Justin and his team for you real estate needs! Thanks guys!

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Dec 18, 2024 / Blog

As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to share our gratitude and warmest wishes with you.

This time of year is about reflection, connection, and the joy of coming together with loved ones. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply enjoying the season in your own way, we hope it brings you peace, happiness, and cherished memories.

For those we’ve had the pleasure of working with, thank you for trusting us with such an important part of your life. For those we’ve yet to meet, we hope our paths cross in the year ahead. Helping families find the right place to call home is what drives everything we do, and we’re honoured to be a part of this journey.

May your holiday season be bright, and may the year ahead bring you happiness, health, and success.

Warm wishes from our family to yours.

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May 25, 2022 / Blog

Golf Season is Among us! What is in your Bag?

What’s in the bag: The Essentials

  • 14 Clubs
  • (At least) Six golf balls: If you’re golf game is a little loose like mine, maybe keep your stash 50/50 between new and used. Personally, any fewer than six balls in my bag and I’m dripping sweat while clutching my driver.
  • Three headcovers for woods and hybrids
  • A dozen or so tees
  • One golf glove

Accessories

  • Bag tag with your name: It certainly helps at the bag drop, especially for group outings).
  • 2 towels: a big one for clubs and a small towel to keep in your back pocket for the green is handy on dewey mornings.
  • Divot repair tool
  • Ball marker: if you don’t have a lucky coin by now, you’re doing it wrong.
  • Mini-Sharpie: Or else how will you truly know if it’s your Pinnacle in the fairway?
  • Protective pouch: For watches or other items that could scratch when in a golf bag.

– Driver adjustment tool

First Aid

  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm (especially for the desert or mountain courses)
  • Band-Aids (for blisters)
  • Bug Repellent
  • Bottle (or travel pack) of painkillers
  • Packaged foods (nothing that will spoil)

Foul weather preparedness

Optional depending on the season and forecast. If you don’t want to keep it all in your bag, consider keeping these items together in a smaller, easy-to-access bag.

Wet weather

  • Set of rain gloves
  • Rain club cover
  • Rain jacket
  • Pair of rain pants
  • Umbrella (This is the subject of much debate: I say for links or cart golf, you don’t need it, but if walking a parkland, yes).
  • Waterproof baggie: Good for valuables, phones, wallet, etc.

Cold weather

  • Set of winter gloves
  • Under shirt or arm warmers
  • Jacket
  • Handwarmer packs
  • Wool cap that covers the ear

Social golf novelties

These items are particularly useful for social golf and buddies trips.

  • Koozie: We don’t condone “packing in” your own booze but B.Y.O.Koozie is essential.
  • Insulated Cup: Yeti and Tervis do good work.
  • Softcover cooler bag: Some courses provide their own, but many don’t.
  • Pack of business cards: Because you never know who you’ll be paired up with.
  • Some cash in small bills. For tips, beverage cart and bets.
  • Bottle opener

Tech

Now we are getting into some novelty items, some of which can cost as much as your driver.

  • Bluetooth Speaker
  • Rangefinder (or wearable GPS unit).
  • Mobile Swing analyzer/trackman: In some cases, this could simply be an app on your phone.
  • GoPro and selfie stick
  • Portable phone charger or Extra USB cord for golf cart: More and more golf carts are installing USB outlets, but I’ve realized it’s pointless if you leave your USB in the car.
  • Driving range training aid: The Orange Whip seems to be a pretty common sight these days in golf bags, or alignment sticks.

Alright, be That Guy if you must and pack:

  • Iron covers: But seriously, I think they’ll be fine without them.
  • Ball retriever: If you’re using one, you probably don’t even play new balls to begin with.
  • More than 14 clubs: Because aren’t 14 enough?
  • Banana: Be warned, everyone forgets about the banana in the golf bag.

Lastly, we all have a few items we keep in our bag that are rare. Whether they are personal medical, nostalgic or miscellaneous. Personally, I keep a collapsible dog dishes and poop bags in mine since my munis allow dogs.

So, let’s check in on the weight of my now that my LS is fully packed (perhaps absurdly so) for my next round:

Weight empty: 3.5 lbs.
Weight fully-loaded: 23.6 lbs.
Carry weight: 19 lbs.

Okay, That should do it. That’s all you need to play a round of golf.
What did I miss?

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May 5, 2022 / Blog

KP & Associates Community & Real Estate Update! May 5th, 2022

The Real Estate Times 
Hamilton home sales and prices dropped in April as interest rate hikes hit would-be buyers.The number of residential properties sold in
April fell by nearly 21 per cent compared to March.

By Fallon HewittSpectator Reporter
Thu., May 5, 202

Higher interest rates may have thrown some cold water onto Hamilton’s red-hot housing market.

The Realtors Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB) reported Tuesday that house sales in the region slumped to 1,298 last month — falling by nearly 21 per cent compared to March, and down more than 31 per cent from the same time last year.

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6 Questions to Ask as You Consider Home Solar

Considering residential solar installation for your home? Ask these questions to help avoid common pitfalls.

Solar power can be an attractive prospect for homeowners and shoppers. Home solar technology offers resilience, electricity bill savings and more energy independence. For the environmentally conscious, it provides an eco-friendly alternative to existing electricity sources. What’s more, Zillow research indicates listings that highlight eco-friendly features sell up to 10 days faster, and homes with solar panels can sell for 1.4% more.

But shopping or even researching home solar installation services can often feel daunting. Aggressive, misleading advertising and predatory practices abound, some of which even bear official-sounding names and exploit government programs meant to incentivize green home improvements.

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in 2022As another avenue to expand the way we grow as a team and also the service reach we have into the community we are starting an Agent Ambassador program.

An agent ambassador will be someone who wants to be a licensed REALTOR OR is working towards their license but isn’t in the right position to be a full-time agent.

You will receive training and guidance from our experienced team as you begin referring business to the team for compensation.

Lots more details are necessary in a program like this which is why we are inviting any interested person to attend a one hour one on one Zoom informational meeting.

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