RURAL REAL ESTATE INVESTING
Here are our latest tips and tricks on buying, selling and investing in Rural Real Estate Properties.
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The 8 Best Small Towns to Buy a Home in Southern Alberta
Here are our favourite places to buy a home in Southern Alberta. Alberta offers some of the best rural living options in the country. So what makes these "the best" areas? Well of course it is subjective, some people prioritise certain lifestyles over the other....
Escaping the City: What Does It Really Mean to Live in a Country Home?
What does it really mean to live in a country home and outside of the city? If you are reading this article you are likely considering what it would be like to live in the countryside, have already made the decision to do it, or are just dreaming of escaping the city...
Comparing Alberta and Ontario Rural Home Prices
ON vs AB Rural Home Prices. Being licensed in two provinces has given us access to excellent information on the rural real estate market in both Alberta and Ontario. The differences between sale prices, the number of sold listings and how long it takes to sell rural...
Selling Your Rural Home in a Slow Market
Selling your rural home in a slow real estate market ... The never ending traffic delays on the QEW had me re-routing my trip to what I call the “scenic route” home. Driving down White Church Rd E, and onto Silver Street I noticed the many “For Sale” signs along those...
Current Rural Home Market Conditions in the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Current Rural Home Market Conditions in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.How bad is it really? Most of us have been paying close attention to the current market conditions. Whether you are in the industry, actively in the market, or not, it is easy to see things have...
Understanding the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program
What is the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program? Property owners that meet certain criteria can be eligible for a tax reduction on their property taxes based on their willingness and ability to participate in the Managed Forest Program. Essentially you become the...
5 Factors Affecting Horse Farm Prices in Ontario
If you’ve been watching the equestrian real estate market in Ontario, you might have seen that prices are on the rise and have been for some time. We’ve been watching the price trends closely over the years. As of writing this article, in October 2020, here are some...
Understanding Conservation Easements in Ontario
Rural homes are often sought after for their natural beauty. Be it forested areas, picturesque streams or acres of untouched land, people want to live in the countryside to enjoy nature. Conservations easements (along with other environmental protection protocols) aim...
6 Common Concerns of First Time Rural Home Buyers
Buying a rural property or country home can be intimidating. Arming yourself with knowledge and as much information about country living beforehand is the best way to feel comfortable and confident with buying this type of property. In this article, we go over 5 of...
First Quarter – 2020 – Rural Home Market Ontario Update
A quick look at the first quarter of the 2020 Rural Home Real Estate Market. This update covers the months of January to March, 2020. In January, we finished up our 2019 Annual Rural Home Market Report (which you can read or download here). This report gives readers...