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Why is Durham such a desirable market RIGHT NOW? “We are extremely grateful that Durham residents have welcomed us into their homes,” Tonya says. “Our clients have become like family.” “Durham has definitely been a hot spot for the past 18 to 20 months because we are still undervalued with respect to the rest of the GTA. With GO train access almost to Bowmanville and the 407 open to Highway 115, commuters have a multitude of options.”
Durham has more land and space that is still aordable to families. “Durham has had substantial growth in 2020/21,” she notes. “Home equity has increased 30 or 40 percent in many cases, allowing homeowners to make the most of that equity by remodeling or buying an investment property.”
What are the best options to make the most of the hot market?
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Since that level of equity wasn’t there two or three years ago, she encourages homeowners to talk to their mortgage brokers about When Tonya McIntyre bought her first home in 197, she had big their options from renovating to relocating to a new property. Her dreams but a limited income. Those dreams fueled her to earn the team can also distinction as the eighth top-notch realtor in Ontario, 17th inconnect you with mortgage experts who know this market well. Canada,andnumber31intheworldforRE/MAX’ssmallteams.
What are the best investments to make when upgrading?
Working in real estate since 2013, she generously shares her expertise with her clients, drawing on her rich experience and an in-depth understanding of the luxury home market in Durham For those looking to renovate, she suggests basing your plans on in particular. She works within RE/MAX Hallmark, the world’s whether you plan to sell or stay. largestRE/MAXBrokerage. “If you’re choosing to upgrade your home for future investment then focus on the areas we tend to use the most – kitchens and bathrooms,” Tonya says.
Why is Pickering such a good place to buy?
Tonyaandherhusbandpurchasedtheirrst fi homeinGlendale,then “If you’re looking for the long term, I always recommend changing the raised three children in a community they love. They have since things you enjoy the most with your family, such as family rooms, the purchased countless homes in the city. basement, and your bedrooms. Why wait till you’re moving to renovate for someone else? Enjoy your investment. This is Shends fi iteasytoinvitehomebuyerstoliveinthisstrong where memories are made.” and diverse city. “We have great leadership and such a sense of pride,” she points out. “I still believe Pickering is the best-kept secret in the GTA. Here, we are less than 30 minutes from downtown, yet close to major arteries like Highways 401 and 407 that connect us to neighbouring cities. We are also halfway to cottage county as the demand for the cottage lifestyle grows.” Within the next ve fi years, she expects more growth in job opportunities and amenities, including new restaurants and facilities for families. “I see nothing but fabulous growth on the horizon in terms of property values and opportunities galore,” Tonya adds.
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