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Wednesday Sep 30th, 2026 Share

A New Opportunity for Homebuyers: Understanding Ontario’s New HST Relief for New Homes - Finale

Over the past month, Charissa Realty had the pleasure of hosting a four-part webinar series, “Understanding Ontario’s New HST Relief for New Homes.” The sessions brought together homebuyers, aspiring homeowners, and industry professionals for practical conversations about what the new HST relief measures could mean for those considering a qualifying new home. Across the four sessions, we explored some of the questions that naturally come up when buying a new home. We...

Monday Sep 28th, 2026 Share

October Market Update - Ontario's Rental Rules Just Changed: What Landlords, Tenants, and Buyers Need to Know

Monday Sep 14th, 2026 Share

Ontario Cabinet Shuffle and what It Means for Housing

Monday Sep 14th, 2026 Share

A New Oppurtunity for Homebuyers: Understanding Ontario’s New HST Relief for New Homes

Sunday Sep 13th, 2026 Share

Why Fall Could Be the Right Time for Your Next Move

Thursday Sep 3rd, 2026 Share

GTA Home Sales Dip as Listings Fall Sharply - August 2026

Fewer Homes, Fewer Sales: What August’s GTA Market Could Mean for Buyers and Sellers GTA housing activity softened in August, but a noticeable drop in new listings could set the stage for increased competition and price growth. The Greater Toronto Area housing market saw a quieter August, with both home sales and new listings declining compared with the same time last year. However, the bigger story may be the sharp reduction in the number of homes coming onto the...

Wednesday Sep 2nd, 2026 Share

GTA Real Estate Market Watch - August 2026

Monday Aug 31st, 2026 Share

A New Oppurtunity for Homebuyers: Understanding Ontario’s New HST Relief for New Homes

Monday Aug 31st, 2026 Share

Thank You for Celebrating With Us! - Charissa Realty Family Picnic 2026

Wednesday Jul 29th, 2026 Share

Introducing Credit Ready by Charissa

Wednesday Jul 29th, 2026 Share

GTA Real Estate Market Watch - July 2026

Thursday Jul 2nd, 2026 Share

Charissa Realty Available Inventory 2026

Wednesday Jul 1st, 2026 Share

Introducing Oxygen Property Concierge: Property Support for Busy Landlords

Wednesday Jul 1st, 2026 Share

Charissa's Client Appreciation Picnic - Business Showcase

Our Charissa's Appreciation Picnic is coming up, and this year, we're excited to spotlight the amazing small businesses in our community. If you own a business and would like to showcase what you do, we'd love to hear from you! Whether you offer delicious food, unique products, professional services, free samples, exclusive coupons, or fun giveaways, this is a great opportunity to connect with local families and fellow business owners. If you're...

Tuesday Jun 30th, 2026 Share

Ontario's 2027 Rent Increase Guideline : What It Means for Landlords and Tenants

Saturday Jun 20th, 2026 Share

Buying a New Build? Here Is What You Need to Know About HST Rebates

Monday Jun 1st, 2026 Share

Could a New Build Help You Buy Sooner Than You Think?

Monday May 25th, 2026 Share

Pricing Strategies for Sellers in Ontario's Real Estate Market

Thursday Apr 30th, 2026 Share

Bank of Canada Holds Rates. What This Means for You

Friday Apr 24th, 2026 Share

Your Home Buying Questions, Answered

Tuesday Mar 10th, 2026 Share

Why Buying Commercial Property Can Be More Beneficial Than Residential Real Estate

Monday Mar 2nd, 2026 Share

Ontario Housing Update, February 2026

Sunday Feb 22nd, 2026 Share

HOW LANDLORDS DECIDE, AND HOW TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION

Thursday Jan 8th, 2026 Share

Introducing RentVerify. A new way to turn rent into opportunity

Thursday Jan 8th, 2026 Share

The Small Business Ecosystem

Tuesday Jan 6th, 2026 Share

Building Your Child’s College Fund Through Strategic Property Investment

Monday Jan 5th, 2026 Share

Charissa Realty Available Inventory - June 2026

Friday Dec 19th, 2025 Share

Free FSBO Guide: How to Sell Your Home Yourself in Ontario

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 10: 2026 Ontario Real Estate Forecast. What Buyers, Sellers, and Investors Should Expect

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 9: Investment Spotlight. Hidden Real Estate Gems in Ontario You Should Know About

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 8: Real Estate Myths… Unwrapped

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 7: Welcome to Canada Newcomer Bundle. A Step-by-Step Guide to Settling in Ontario

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 6 : End-of-Year Virtual Connect and Celebration. Join Our Community Online

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 5 : Free For Sale By Owner Guide

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 4 :What Is My Home Worth in Ontario? A Free Mini Home Valuation Guide

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 3 : Rental Market Insights for Newcomers in Ontario. What You Need to Know

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 2: Your Step-by-Step Roadmap to Renting or Buying a Home in Ontario

Friday Dec 5th, 2025 Share

🎁 Gift 1: The Winter Home Care Checklist for Ontario Homeowners

Monday Dec 1st, 2025 Share

Tips to Keep Your Home in Top Shape This Winter 2025 Edition

Monday Dec 1st, 2025 Share

15 Events Happening in Toronto & the GTA This December (2025 Edition)

Sunday Nov 16th, 2025 Share

Charissa Realty's Community Spotlight - PEOPLE & PLACES SPOTLIGHT

Sunday Nov 16th, 2025 Share

Charissa Realty's Buyer’s Corner

Sunday Nov 16th, 2025 Share

💰 Mortgage Money-Saver

Sunday Nov 16th, 2025 Share

Market Update & Trends for October 2025

Sunday Jun 1st, 2025 Share

Why Tenants Insurance Matters – Even If You Think You Don’t Need It

Wednesday Mar 19th, 2025 Share

62 or Older? How is a Reverse Mortgage the Perfect Financial Solution for You?

Wednesday Mar 19th, 2025 Share

Current Service Member or Veteran? 4 Reasons Why a VA Home Loan Is an Excellent Choice

Wednesday Mar 19th, 2025 Share

How to Use a Mortgage to Buy a Home After Going Through a Bankruptcy

Wednesday Mar 19th, 2025 Share

Getting Your Toronto Home Ready to Sell this Spring

Thursday Mar 6th, 2025 Share

Having Trouble Getting Buyers to Close? Your Pricing Might Be the Problem

Thursday Mar 6th, 2025 Share

'Pine'-ing for a New Look? 3 Ways You Can Use Wood Features to 'Spruce' up Your Home

Saturday Feb 22nd, 2025 Share

How to Run a Quick Financial Health Check Before You Apply for a Mortgage

Sunday Feb 16th, 2025 Share

Considering a New Home Next Year? Start Now and Get a Jump on Improving Your Credit Score

Sunday Feb 16th, 2025 Share

3 Ways That Buying a New Construction Home Beats Buying an Existing One, Every Time

Sunday Feb 16th, 2025 Share

Mortgage 101: How the Federal Reserve's Moves Can Affect Your Mortgage

Thursday Feb 6th, 2025 Share

Four Pieces of Mortgage 'Advice' That You Should Take With the Proverbial Grain of Salt

Tuesday Jan 28th, 2025 Share

Purchasing a New Home in a Hot Real Estate Market? These 4 Tips Will Help You Succeed

Saturday Jan 25th, 2025 Share

Downsizing? Here's What You Can Expect When You Move From a House to a Condo

Saturday Jan 25th, 2025 Share

Mortgage 101: How Interest-Only Mortgages Work and Why They're A Good Solution for Some Buyers

Wednesday Jan 15th, 2025 Share

Buying a New Home? Make Your Move Easier With These Three Purging Tips

Wednesday Jan 15th, 2025 Share

Buying Texas Real Estate as a Vacation Home

Wednesday Jan 15th, 2025 Share

3 Ways That a Reverse Mortgage Can Transform Your Retirement

Monday Dec 30th, 2024 Share

3 Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for the Allergy-Prone Pet Lover

Monday Dec 30th, 2024 Share

Winter Home Maintenance Tips - Practical advice for homeowners in cold weather.

Friday Dec 20th, 2024 Share

New Mortgage Rules Make Homeownership Easier for First-Time Buyers

Monday Dec 16th, 2024 Share

Holiday Entertaining Tips

Thursday Dec 12th, 2024 Share

Holiday Budgeting Tips for New Homeowners

Friday Dec 6th, 2024 Share

Did You Know: Why New Construction Homes Are A Top Choice For Today's Home Buyer

Friday Dec 6th, 2024 Share

Floors Can Sell Toronto Homes

Monday Dec 2nd, 2024 Share

Flipping Versus Renting Toronto Real Estate

Saturday Nov 30th, 2024 Share

How to Stage Homes for Holiday Showings

Sunday Nov 24th, 2024 Share

Can I Buy a Piece of Land and Build a House on It With a Mortgage? Yes -- Here's How

Saturday Nov 23rd, 2024 Share

5 Tips When Looking for Toronto Homes for Sale

Sunday Nov 17th, 2024 Share

7 Fun and Easy Housewarming Gifts for A Toronto Home

Saturday Nov 16th, 2024 Share

What to Look for When Hiring a Toronto Real Estate Agent

Sunday Nov 10th, 2024 Share

Landlord Squeezing You for Yet Another Rent Increase? It's Time to Buy a Starter Home

Thursday Nov 7th, 2024 Share

Is Curb Appeal Really That Important When Selling Your Home? Yes, Here's Why:

Wednesday Nov 6th, 2024 Share

Mistakes that Can Prevent the Sale of Your Toronto Home

Tuesday Nov 5th, 2024 Share

Should You Get a Home Inspection Before Selling Your Home? Let's Take a Look!

Tuesday Nov 5th, 2024 Share

Single and Considering a New Home? Here's What You'll Need to Know About Your Mortgage

Monday Nov 4th, 2024 Share

Distressed Windsor, London, and Hamilton, Real Estate Can Offer Buyers Significant Savings

Monday Nov 4th, 2024 Share

62 or Older? How is a Reverse Mortgage the Perfect Financial Solution for You?

Friday Nov 1st, 2024 Share

7 Fun and Easy Housewarming Gifts for A Home

Monday Oct 28th, 2024 Share

To Stay or to Go: Should You Hang Around During Your Open House?

Saturday Oct 26th, 2024 Share

Buying a Rental Property? These 4 Tips Will Make Sure You Purchase a Profitable One

Tuesday Oct 22nd, 2024 Share

Take Your Bathroom From 'Drab' to 'Fab' With These Do-it-Yourself Bathroom Renovations

Saturday Sep 7th, 2024 Share

Great time to Purchase - Buy an Older Home

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Closing and Related Cost®

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Making an offer®

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Finding a Home®

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Research Government Programs®

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Mortgage Default Insurance®

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Consider Mortgage Options®

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Assessing Financial Readiness®

Sunday Jul 30th, 2023 Share

Homebuyer's Road Map Series - Navigating with  Charissa Realty realtors®

Saturday Jul 8th, 2023 Share

You Ask, We Answer: Should I Sell My Home Now or Wait Until the Market Improves?

Friday Mar 17th, 2023 Share

Passive Ways To Invest In Real Estate (You’ll Love Them…)

Thursday Mar 16th, 2023 Share

Ever Impressed With Residual Income?

Thursday Mar 9th, 2023 Share

If Dent, Don’t Rent…

Wednesday Mar 8th, 2023 Share

Don’t Let Them Fool You...

Monday Mar 6th, 2023 Share

Owning or renting?

Thursday Mar 2nd, 2023 Share

With THIS You’ll Make A Business Out Of A Rental Property

Wednesday Mar 1st, 2023 Share

What About Real Estate Business After Retirement?

Monday Feb 27th, 2023 Share

Safe Gains With THIS Investment Option

Friday Feb 24th, 2023 Share

Is A Rental Property A Business?

Thursday Feb 23rd, 2023 Share

1031 Exchange… Harness Its Power...

Wednesday Feb 22nd, 2023 Share

“Appreciation” Goes A Long Way…

Monday Feb 13th, 2023 Share

3 Key Things That Determine Land Appraisal

Thursday Feb 9th, 2023 Share

3 Rarely Discussed Reasons To Invest In Real Estate…

Monday Feb 6th, 2023 Share

Simplest Way To Increase Residential Property’s Value

Thursday Feb 2nd, 2023 Share

Embellish Your Home? These Low-Cost Tips Will Help…

Tuesday Jan 31st, 2023 Share

Real Estate Is Risk-Free! But…

Tuesday Jan 31st, 2023 Share

Hate Paying Tax? (This Will Help!)

Tuesday Jan 31st, 2023 Share

This CONCEPT Will Make You Money…

Tuesday Jan 31st, 2023 Share

Reasons to invest in real estate

Monday Jan 30th, 2023 Share

Quit?

Thursday Jan 26th, 2023 Share

You Don’t Need To Be Einstein To Succeed!

Wednesday Jan 25th, 2023 Share

The *GAINS* Of The Game

Monday Jan 23rd, 2023 Share

Make your way into Passive Income!

Thursday Jan 19th, 2023 Share

Can I invest with little money?

Wednesday Jan 18th, 2023 Share

No Money! No problem…

Tuesday Jan 17th, 2023 Share

A Crucial Concept Home Buyers Need to Know

Thursday Jan 12th, 2023 Share

Now! You can determine what you can afford

Monday Dec 12th, 2022 Share

You Ask, We Answer: Should I Sell My Home Now or Wait Until the Spring?

Thursday Nov 17th, 2022 Share

5 Tips to Reduce Heating Costs

Thursday Nov 17th, 2022 Share

Budgeting for the Holidays

Friday Nov 4th, 2022 Share

First-Time Homebuyer Programs

Monday Sep 26th, 2022 Share

Improving Your Financial Direction

Monday Sep 26th, 2022 Share

Ontario Appoints Housing Affordability Task Force

Wednesday Sep 21st, 2022 Share

New To Canada?

Wednesday Sep 21st, 2022 Share

Credit Clean-Up

Wednesday Sep 21st, 2022 Share

September 2022 Real Estate Market: Buying Vs. Renting

Tuesday Aug 30th, 2022 Share

Buying a New Home? Make Your Move Easier With These Three Purging Tips

Monday Jul 25th, 2022 Share

The Mortgage Helper: How to Find the Perfect Tenant for Your Basement Suite

Tuesday Jul 5th, 2022 Share

Rent - To - Own

Wednesday Jun 29th, 2022 Share

7 Fun and Easy Housewarming Gifts for A Home

Sunday Mar 20th, 2022 Share

Buying a Rental Property? These 4 Tips Will Make Sure You Purchase a Profitable One

Thursday Feb 24th, 2022 Share

Get your Equifax Credit Report for Free

Tuesday Feb 1st, 2022 Share

Purchasing a New Home in a Hot Real Estate Market? These 4 Tips Will Help You Succeed

Friday Dec 10th, 2021 Share

This Christmas - Appreciation goes a long way

Wednesday Nov 24th, 2021 Share

Considering a New Home Next Year? Start Now and Get a Jump on Improving Your Credit Score

Monday Nov 15th, 2021 Share

Are You Ready for Home Ownership? Answer These 4 Questions to Find Out

Monday Nov 8th, 2021 Share

Buying a New Home? Four Key Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Advisor

Wednesday Nov 3rd, 2021 Share

Should I Sell My Home 'As Is' or Fix It Up? Let's Take a Look

Monday Nov 1st, 2021 Share

The Pros and Cons of a Large Down Payment When Buying a Home

Friday Sep 3rd, 2021 Share

Questions to Ask at Open Houses for The Greater Toronto Area Real Estate

Saturday Aug 28th, 2021 Share

The Bedroom - Which Mattress is right for me?

Friday Aug 13th, 2021 Share

Taking Out a Mortgage for the First Time? Learn Why a Condo Might Be a Great First Home

Monday Aug 2nd, 2021 Share

You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Know If It's a Good Idea to Refinance My Mortgage?

Wednesday Jun 23rd, 2021 Share

What Are the True Costs of Selling a Home? Let's Take a Look

Sunday May 30th, 2021 Share

New mortgage stress test rules coming June 1st, 2021

Tuesday May 25th, 2021 Share

On Time, Every Time: How Being Late on Monthly Payments Can Affect Your Mortgage

Monday May 24th, 2021 Share

Happy Victoria Day 2021

Friday May 21st, 2021 Share

6 Essential Spring Cleaning Chores to Make Your Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area Home Shine

Friday May 21st, 2021 Share

4 Mistakes That Plague First-Time Home Sellers and How to Avoid Making Them

Monday May 17th, 2021 Share

3 Important Benefits to Owning a Green Home

Sunday May 16th, 2021 Share

3 False Myths Regarding Reverse Mortgages That Must Be Debunked

Saturday May 15th, 2021 Share

Credit Inquiry and it's impact on your credit score

Wednesday May 12th, 2021 Share

Market Report April 2021

Wednesday May 12th, 2021 Share

2021 First Quarter Condo Sales Report

Wednesday May 12th, 2021 Share

2021 First Quarter Rental Market Report

Wednesday May 12th, 2021 Share

Know your rights - Landlords & Tenants Rights

Sunday May 9th, 2021 Share

Would you rather a spacious kitchen or a bedroom with a view?

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

5 Tips To Reduce Heating Cost

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

5 Steps to Buying Your Home

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

New Year Maintenance Home Plan

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

Selling Your Home In The Winter

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

6 Smart Ways To Cut Your Energy Cost

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

Preparing for the Spring Market

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

Mortgage Check Up

Thursday May 6th, 2021 Share

GTA Housing Trends May 2021

Monday Mar 18th, 2019 Share

Top 5 Renovations When Selling

Monday Mar 18th, 2019 Share

How to Choose the Right Mortgage

Monday Mar 18th, 2019 Share

5 steps to selling your home