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Where Are Condo Prices Heading in London Ontario?
24 January 12 07:17 PM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
“Where is the condo market headed, in Canada & specifically London Ontario ?” I was asked this question today by a client who wants to sell her condo in Toronto and move to London Ontario. Below is part of what I emailed to her. The oversupply Read More...
Buyer Agency Agreements for Real Estate in Ontario
26 December 11 11:12 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
The Buyer Agency Agreement Earlier this week, I wrote a blog with advice on what to look for in buyer agency and working with an agent or a broker of record. So what happens after you interview a few agents and find one you think will be a good choice? Read More...
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What Exactly Is The Real Estate Market Like in London Ontario?
09 December 11 11:07 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
The other day on the news there was a report about real estate and the predictions for 2012 and the rising prices as well how in some cities in Canada the real estate market is booming while others remain stable or are declining. For those of you who Read More...
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Why and How Home Sales in London Ontario Are The Way They Are.
07 December 11 12:52 PM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
I am always asked when is the best time to list a home in London Ontario or how is real estate doing and what are the average prices. I also hear most excuses why homes do not sell or the rationalization of why some homes sell quicker than others and Read More...
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Why Some Condo Apartments Take Longer To Sell!
17 November 11 01:14 PM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
I should warn you before you read anymore that the comments I am going to make are out of frustration and exasperation and are no means to imply that ALL real estate people who list condos are as inept as some of these were. My clients were interested Read More...
Is London Ontario Real Estate Market Rebounding?
05 October 11 11:14 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
Home sales in London Ontario overall in September 2011 were up 19.2% over the previous year, with 589 detached homes and 113 condos exchanging hands. As of September 30, 2011 , year-to-date sales are down only a very modest 0.8% compared to this time Read More...
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A Critical Assessment of Traditional Real Estate Commissions
20 July 11 05:44 PM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
Competitive pressures ordinarily force providers’ prices to reflect their cost structures. Standard, traditional real estate broker commissions, however, are strangely unrelated to either the quality of the service rendered or the value provided. Read More...
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Where Are London Real Estate Prices Heading?
16 June 11 12:49 PM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
Daily I am asked how the real estate market is or what interest rates, either variable or fixed are. Interest rates are very easy to find, in newspapers, magazines; they are posted at all bank branches, billboards, TV ads and websites. Now real estate, Read More...
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8 Huge & 1 Gigantic Error Home Buyers Make
11 May 11 09:25 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
Shopping for a home is an emotional experience. It’s also time consuming and comes with a myriad of details. Some buyers, (and their agents), however, caught up in the excitement of buying a home tend to overlook some items. Their home purchase Read More...
February 2011 Home Sales in London Ontario & St.Thomas
04 March 11 09:38 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
552 homes exchanged hands in February 2011 in the London, St. Thomas area, down 8.8% from the previous year. A factor that was quoted by our local real estate board (LSTAR) was that we have to take into consideration the weather in January, which was Read More...
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Great Financial Tool For Consumers, Especially Home Buyers
13 January 11 11:28 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
There is a lot of confusion for consumers when they are seeking financing for a purchase of a home in Canada. Advice from mortgage brokers, real estate sales people, mom and dad, Uncle Ted, your bank teller, your spouse, your loan shark and especially, Read More...
Connecting Your Children in London Ontario
21 December 10 02:47 PM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
I just helped a family from Winnipeg move to London and with 3 school age children, the parents needed information on pre-school, childrens centres and other child related support services. The following is a link that should help all newcomers to London Read More...
How to Find a One Floor Bungalow or Ranch Home in London Ontario
20 December 10 06:29 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
What is the best way to go about locating and finding a one floor bungalow, ranch or raised ranch in London Ontario? Most folks go to MLS and put in a price range and start their search there or pick up all those glossy real estate magazines and ooh and Read More...
Spending Hours Searching For The Right House in London Ontario?
11 November 10 04:25 PM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
Are you spending countless hours searching the MLS , real estate magazines, weekend classified ads and real estate websites looking for the ideal home for a great price and in a great neighbourhood? WHY? If you enjoy doing that, great. Are you aware you Read More...
Aggressive Home Sellers Wanted In London & South West Ontario
06 November 10 10:00 AM | Ty Lacroix Broker of Record & Owner | 0 Comments   
Aggressive Home Seller Wanted in London & South West Ontario. Yes, I am looking for an aggressive home seller in London and S/W Ontario area to work with my own aggressive marketing strategy. Qualifications as follows: Honest desire to sell your home Read More...
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