6 Proven Ways to Sell Your Home Faster
There are few certainties in the real estate world, but there are few ways to help sell your home faster regardless of market conditions. These strategies have been proven time and time again. So, if you’re thinking of selling this year, take a good look at the recommendations below. The first 4…… Make a good first impression. Making your home “guest ready” for buyers … [Read More...]
Tips for Creating a New Home Budget
Are you considering shopping for a new home? Have you created a realistic new home budget yet? Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll make in your lifetime. Many people focus on the down payment and monthly mortgage costs of home ownership. However, they often forget that there are an array of additional costs that come with … [Read More...]
5 Things Buyers Hate To See
When you show your home to prospective buyers, there is probably a long list of things you’re hoping they’ll notice. For example, you’ll want them to see the beautiful chandelier in the foyer or the spacious backyard and large deck, or the kitchen with the island big enough for a whole family to sit down for breakfast. But what about those things you’re hoping they won't … [Read More...]
Downsizing and Declutting Your Home
Downsizing? If you are moving into a smaller space you may have realized by now that you need to pack, organize, throw out, give away or possibly sell some of your possessions. Easy, right? For most it is one of those things that is easier said than done. Actually, for many just the thought of downsizing is terrifying. Over the years, the team and I have worked … [Read More...]
Moving Made Easy: Simple Tips to Help Make Your Move Go Smoothly
In my opinion it is quite possible that moving may be the most stressful part of purchasing a new home. Between packing things up, deciding what to keep and what to throw away, and trying to live a normal life at the same time, moving can be an extremely un-enjoyable event. It doesn't need to be. Moving into a new home should be an exciting time, the start of … [Read More...]
6 Proven Ways to Sell Your Home Faster
There are few certainties in the real estate world, but there are few ways to help sell your home faster regardless of market conditions. These strategies have been … [Read More...]
Tips for Creating a New Home Budget
Are you considering shopping for a new home? Have you created a realistic new home budget yet? Buying a home is one of the most significant financial … [Read More...]
5 Things Buyers Hate To See
When you show your home to prospective buyers, there is probably a long list of things you’re hoping they’ll notice. For example, you’ll want them to see the … [Read More...]
Downsizing and Declutting Your Home
Downsizing? If you are moving into a smaller space you may have realized by now that you need to pack, organize, throw out, give away or possibly sell some of your … [Read More...]
Just Sold! Stunning Suite at 2220 Lakeshore Blvd
Congratulations to my client on the purchase of this lovely suite at 2220 Lakeshore Blvd! It was truly a pleasure helping to find this one! Overlooking the Lake and … [Read More...]
6 Proven Ways to Sell Your Home Faster
There are few certainties in the real estate world, but there are few ways to help sell your home faster regardless of market conditions. These strategies have been … [Read More...]
Tips for Creating a New Home Budget
Are you considering shopping for a new home? Have you created a realistic new home budget yet? Buying a home is one of the most significant financial … [Read More...]
5 Things Buyers Hate To See
When you show your home to prospective buyers, there is probably a long list of things you’re hoping they’ll notice. For example, you’ll want them to see the … [Read More...]
Downsizing and Declutting Your Home
Downsizing? If you are moving into a smaller space you may have realized by now that you need to pack, organize, throw out, give away or possibly sell some of your … [Read More...]
Market Watch: September 2025 Edition
The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) have released their Market Watch report for September 2025. The report shows that the number of homes sold rose from … [Read More...]
6 Proven Ways to Sell Your Home Faster
There are few certainties in the real estate world, but there are few ways to help sell your home faster regardless of market conditions. These strategies have been proven time and time again. So, if you’re thinking of selling this year, take a good look at the recommendations below. The first 4…… Make a good first impression. Making your home “guest ready” for buyers from the moment they walk in the door is the best way to ensure buyers are going to be have a positive impression of what … [Read More...]
Tips for Creating a New Home Budget
Are you considering shopping for a new home? Have you created a realistic new home budget yet? Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll make in your lifetime. Many people focus on the down payment and monthly mortgage costs of home ownership. However, they often forget that there are an array of additional costs that come with homeownership. By understanding these expenses upfront, you can budget more accurately and avoid any future financial … [Read More...]
5 Things Buyers Hate To See
When you show your home to prospective buyers, there is probably a long list of things you’re hoping they’ll notice. For example, you’ll want them to see the beautiful chandelier in the foyer or the spacious backyard and large deck, or the kitchen with the island big enough for a whole family to sit down for breakfast. But what about those things you’re hoping they won't notice? Every home has some features that are less than enticing to the typical buyer. You may not be able to do much … [Read More...]
Downsizing and Declutting Your Home
Downsizing? If you are moving into a smaller space you may have realized by now that you need to pack, organize, throw out, give away or possibly sell some of your possessions. Easy, right? For most it is one of those things that is easier said than done. Actually, for many just the thought of downsizing is terrifying. Over the years, the team and I have worked with many sellers that fit into that group. It's actually a part of our staging services. We are called in by a wide … [Read More...]
Essential Home Fire Safety Tips: What Every Family Should Know
It’s Fire Safety Awareness Month! Which also makes it a great time to do a blog post about home fire safety! Taking a few simple steps now can give you peace of mind that your loved ones, your home, and your valuables are protected. So with that in mind, here are some helpful tips the team put together. Home Fire Safety Tip #1: Fires and Fire Extinguishers Fires are classified into different types. The type depends on the material burning. Fire extinguishers are similarly classified to … [Read More...]
Sold by the Charles Francis Team – Charming 17 Dyson Blvd
17 Dyson Boulevard has sold - congratulations to my client on the sale of this charming bungalow in family friendly Wexford-Maryvale! It was a pleasure getting this lovely home ready for the market and sold! Check out the details below from the original blog post. If you would like information about properties like this one that are currently available or are considering selling yours, please let me know - I am always happy to help! 17 Dyson Blvd in Charming Wexford-Maryvale Lovingly … [Read More...]
Fall Home Maintenance Made Simple: Key Chores to Check Off
Have you started thinking about your fall home maintenance chores yet? Fall is a great time to take care of big home repair projects before shorter days, ice and snow make outdoor work too difficult. Tick these 12 items off your list this season, and you can rest easy knowing that your home and yard are buttoned up and ready for winter. 1. Care for trees and shrubs. If you have trees on your property, consider hiring an arborist to care for them — these pros can spot signs of poor … [Read More...]
Are You Selling Your Home This Fall? Expert Tips from the Charles Francis Team
Thinking about selling your home this fall? Are you nervous about doing that? Although things have changed from the craziness of the Bidding War Market that so many became accustomed to, there are still Seller's selling - successfully! So how do you do that? In any market it is important to make sure that both you and your home are ready for potential buyers. In this year's market it is essential. Below you will find a list of tips, put together by my team, to give you some insight into … [Read More...]
Staging & Preparing Your Home For Sale Are Always Included!
Elevate Your Home with Premium Staging & Styling At No Extra Cost When You List With My Team When the time comes to sell your home, my team and I are here to make the process of selling as easy and stress-free as possible. When you work with us, you can rest assured that we’ll handle all the work, including Staging and Styling, to get your home listed and ready for the market. From start to finish, our goal is to take the burden off your shoulders. Here’s how we’ll make it … [Read More...]
Just Listed! Beautiful 1 Bedroom at Yonge & Eglinton
Welcome to Untitled! This beautiful Junior 1 Bedroom Suite, unit 1404N at 110 Broadway Avenue, is an amazing find in an amazing location! This highly anticipated luxury building is located just steps from everything that Yonge & Eglinton has to offer. Eglinton Station & the new LRT are right at your doorstep! Amenities in this luxury building will be second to none and include: Outdoor Bbq & Pool, Gym and Yoga Studio. This is an assignment sale - … [Read More...]
CREA: July Sees Continued Growth in Sales Led By The GTA
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) released their July 2025 Housing Market report today. The report shows that the number of home sales recorded over Canadian MLS systems, climbed by 3.8% on a month-over-month basis. The increase is being largely led by the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), where transactions have rebounded a total of 35.5% since March. “With sales posting a fourth consecutive increase in July, and almost 4% at that, the long-anticipated post-inflation crisis pickup … [Read More...]
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