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Helping clients to buy or sell their home, and providing answers to questions on how best to navigate the real estate transaction, is my honour and privilege.
As an experienced Royal LePage REALTOR®, I will help you understand the current market conditions, analyze your needs and wants, review your budget and guide you to homes that fit your criteria. At Royal LePage, helping you is what we do™
Global News
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Good News
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- How Valerie the Weiner Dog Survived 18 Months in the Australian Bush to Make it Home April 1, 2025On an island south of Adelaide, a strange creature has been seen creeping through the bush. A long cylindrical body and long snout flanked by floppy ears are dead giveaways. But this wiener dog named Valerie isn’t lost anymore. After almost 18 months of living wild on Kangaroo Island, local police are poised to get […]Andy Corbley
- ‘Change Has Been Amazing’ For Depleted Mountain: with New Vegetation Comes Deer, Pumas, Andean Bears April 1, 2025High along the peaks and ridges of the mountains in Ecuador, a 25-year-long conservation program is bearing succulent fruit in the form of cleaner water and abundant wildlife. Established in the year 2000, Quito’s fund for the protection of water has allowed a critical South American ecosystem unique to the world and vital to both […]Andy Corbley
- Presumed Extinct: World’s Smallest Otter Found in Busy Nepal River After 186 Years without a Sighting March 31, 2025Though officially classified as vulnerable, no credible sighting of the Asian short-clawed otter, the smallest species of its kind, has been made in almost 200 years. So when forestry officials in Nepal found an injured, juvenile otter at the confluence of two major rivers last November, they never imagined that their actions might determine the […]Andy Corbley
LIFEHACK
- Embracing Cultural Humility: A Path to Personal Growth and Professional Excellence December 30, 2024In our increasingly interconnected world, the ability to navigate diverse cultural landscapes has become more than just a desirable skill—it’s an essential component of personal and professional success. Enter cultural humility, a transformative approach that promises to reshape how we interact across cultural lines. But what exactly is cultural humility, and how does it differ […]Leon Ho
- Deep Questions That Spark Meaningful Connections December 30, 2024In a world increasingly driven by quick exchanges and digital interactions, many of us are yearning for deeper, more meaningful connections that challenge our perspectives and bring a sense of fulfillment. We find ourselves yearning for conversations that go beyond the surface, that challenge our perspectives, and that allow us to truly understand and be […]Leon Ho
- Understanding Disorganized Attachment: A Journey to Secure Relationships December 30, 2024Have you ever felt an inexplicable push and pull in your relationships, simultaneously craving closeness while fearing intimacy? This internal conflict might be rooted in something deeper than mere indecision or commitment issues. It could be a sign of disorganized attachment, a complex pattern of relating that stems from early life experiences. The way we […]Leon Ho
- Unlock Emotional Intelligence Using the Feelings Wheel December 23, 2024In a world where responsibilities and distractions often compete for our attention, it’s easy to overlook a vital component of our well-being: our emotional health. Many people find it challenging to identify, express, or manage their feelings effectively. You might find yourself snapping at a colleague without knowing why or experiencing a persistent sense of […]Leon Ho
- Why Mental Health Awareness Matters and How You Can Make a Difference December 23, 2024Mental health is not just a personal concern but a collective responsibility. Despite growing conversations around it, mental health remains misunderstood, under-resourced, and stigmatized. Raising awareness is more than sharing statistics or hashtags—it’s about fostering understanding, compassion, and actionable change that improves lives. This article delves into the profound importance of mental health awareness, explores […]Leon Ho
Toronto Star
- Read the latest on Meta’s plan to remove Canadian News from Facebook and Instagram July 3, 2023In fact, Meta is willing to withhold vital information from Canadians by blocking news on their platforms – including Facebook and Instagram.Help your friends stay informedYou can help your friends and family guard against the news gap by sharing these…
National Post
- Trump officials admit ‘administrative error’ in deporting suspected MS-13 man April 2, 2025In their filing, U.S. lawyers cited several other reasons why they oppose his returnBloomberg News
- FIRST READING: Trade unions issue surprise early endorsements for Conservatives April 2, 2025Both unions are not traditionally friendly to conservatives, but made an exception this time aroundTristin Hopper
- True drinks strong and free: Toronto will soon have an all-Canadian bar April 2, 2025The Grizzly Bar was the Offworld until its owners decided to swap space themes for patriotism. It will still serve a Hadfield cocktailChris Knight
- Jesse Kline: Mark Carney’s five-year plan for Soviet-style housing April 2, 2025Given their track record, can Liberals really be trusted to get homes, pipelines and other infrastructure projects built on an unprecedented scale?Jesse Kline
- Large majority of Canadians want Carney to disclose business interests: poll April 2, 2025The federal Liberal leader has so far refused to disclose the assets he says he put into a blind trust weeks ago, or his potential conflicts of interestChristopher Nardi
Should I Buy or Sell First?
Do you buy your next home before selling? Or do you sell your current home before buying?
It really depends on you.
If you buy first, your home hunting will be less rushed and you can spend more time making sure your new house fits as many of your needs as possible. When you make an offer, you can make it conditional on the sale of your current home or you can discuss the possibility of bridge-financing with your lending institution in case your new home closes before your current home sells and you need to pay for two homes at the same time.
If you sell first, you may be in a position where you may need to find a temporary place to live if you are unable to find a home you will be happy with before your current home's closing date. Some people reach out to family or friends who may have some extra room for a few months and some people look for a short-term rental property.
Your Agent can give you information about the current real estate market conditions and how that affects buyers and sellers but it is ultimately up to you to decide which variables you are able to live with and which options make sense for your financial situation.
I am grateful for the many fabulous people I have had the pleasure of helping and hope that you will be next!
Pinar Tahirbegi | [email protected] | Direct: 416-801-5308
Spoken Languages: English / Anglais, Japanese / Japonais and Turkish / Turque
