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Ontario home prices have increased by 4% & this app can help you find your dream home at an affordable price

ICYMI, here are some fun facts for you. As of April 2023, the average prices for homes for sale in Ontario have increased by 4% year-over-year. So, if you’ve been contemplating buying a home in Ontario, now would be a great time to make a move before prices go up further. The great news is that The Canadian Home app can help you navigate the competitive real estate market in Ontario.

If you haven’t already heard of them or used the app, The Canadian Home is like a personal real estate assistant at your fingertips. The app is a one-stop-shop for all buying, selling and renting needs. And comes with a ton of useful features that don’t just make it convenient for home hunting but also to navigate the market and help make the right decision promptly.

While the app is pretty solid for selling and renting as well, their buyer-benefiting features are quite impressive. Here are some that we found, particularly helpful—

The Huge Inventory

The Canadian Home app is your go-to place for exploring over 6 million properties. With just a few taps on your phone, you can easily search homes for sale in Ontario based on your desired location and browse through detailed property listings. And of course, the app provides comprehensive property information, including pricing, features and images.

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The In-Built Chat

One of the coolest features of The Canadian Home app is its built-in chatting feature. You can communicate with real estate experts who have knowledge of the specific location. Additionally, you can also chat with your realtor, partner or others who are part of your home-buying process. This feature also allows you to validate the information provided by realtors during your buyer/seller journey, helping you cross-reference data and make informed choices. Plus, it also ensures that all your conversations are in one place.

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Real-Time Notifications

With The Canadian Home app, you can save your searches and get notified in real-time on property updates. You can set up alerts for price drops, new listings, or properties that haven’t been sold for 30 days. The feature is especially useful if there are homes for sale in Ontario that you have been eyeing. You can stay ahead of the competition and act quickly on potential opportunities.

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Property Visualization

In addition to the property pictures, the app also provides visualizations of property floor layouts. The floor layout is complete with bed, bath, and garage information. This gives you a better understanding of the property’s layout and helps you envision how your furniture and belongings might fit in.

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Estimated Property Value

In the competitive real estate market in Ontario, it’s crucial to know the estimated value of the home you are considering buying. This helps you avoid overbidding or underbidding. And The Canadian Home app provides estimated property values, giving you a ballpark figure to base your bidding decisions on. Meaning, you can make informed offers and negotiate with confidence.

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Refined Search

In addition to the many filters on the app, you can refine your search based on certain helpful tags. The most useful of these are the Price Drop, School Score and Investment Yield tags. These allow you to browse through homes for sale in Ontario that have experienced a price drop, are in a good school district or have a higher investment yield.

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Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned real estate investor, we suggest you give The Canadian Home app a try. We found it to be a pretty powerful tool in navigating the crazy Ontario real estate market.

THE CANADIAN HOME

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