Summer staging tips that help homes sell
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here July 10, 2026 Spring may be the peak selling season in Canada, but summer has its own advantages for sellers willing to make the most of them. Buyer pools tend to be smaller and more intentional. Those looking in […]
Home upkeep every new homeowner should do in their first year
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here July 6, 2026 Congratulations on your new home! The first year of ownership is the ideal time to build a foundation of care that protects your investment and keeps everything running smoothly for years to come. If you received […]
Paint colours that attract homebuyers (and the ones that don’t)
The following blog post was written by Valérie Coveney for Royal LePage – original blog here July 2, 2026 When preparing a property for sale, paint colour is often underestimated as a strategic decision. According to home staging professionals and interior design experts, the right colour choices can meaningfully increase buyer interest and perceived value, […]
House hunting reimagined: Meet the new Royal LePage app
The following blog post was written by Sunny Tung for Royal LePage – original blog here June 25, 2026 Searching for a home has long meant scrolling through endless grids of text, squinting at grainy thumbnails, and waiting around for answers. That ends now. Royal LePage® has launched a new, AI-powered mobile app that turns looking […]
Housing affordability has improved in Canada’s priciest market, yet half of big city residents are still considering a move
The following blog post was written by Anne-Elise Cugliari Allegritti for Royal LePage – original blog here June 23, 2026 Housing affordability has improved across many of Canada’s major cities in recent years, but for a growing number of urban residents, it may not be enough to stay put. For those living in the country’s […]
Why booking early matters during Canada’s busy moving season
The following blog post was written by Allied Van Lines for Royal LePage – original blog here June 19, 2026 For many Canadians, moving season begins when the weather warms up and the school year ends. From May through September, demand for moving services reaches its peak, making summer the busiest time of year to […]
Buying a plex as a first home: What buyers need to know
The following blog post was written by Valérie Coveney for Royal LePage – original blog here June 4, 2026 Buying a plex (a duplex, triplex, or fourplex) as a first property is becoming an increasingly popular strategy for first-time buyers, especially in expensive markets like Montreal and its surrounding area. The concept is straightforward: live […]
Political instability continues to drive major spikes in U.S. traffic to royallepage.ca
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here June 3, 2026 The first five months of 2026 have been marked by escalating global tensions, economic turbulence, and deepening political dysfunction in the United States. As uncertainty has tightened its grip on American life, a growing number of […]
Downsizing done right: A step-by-step guide for a smaller home
The following blog post was written by Make Space Storage for Royal LePage – original blog here May 29, 2026 Downsizing is not just about moving into a smaller space. It is about making intentional choices while still holding onto what matters most. For many Canadians, this stage of life comes with a mix of […]
Mortgage before marriage? Canadians are prioritizing home ownership over wedding day celebrations
The following blog post was written by Michelle McNally for Royal LePage – original blog here May 21, 2026 With the rising cost of living continuing to reshape financial priorities, more Canadians are rethinking the traditional “dream wedding” in favour of a different long-term goal: home ownership. From smaller guest lists and backyard ceremonies, to […]