7 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Contractor
A recent survey found that 25% of Canadian homeowners have a renovation project planned in the coming year.1 If you’re among them, you know that embarking on home improvements can be both exciting and...
Paul Ferri
Paul Ferri is a Canadian Real Estate Broker and member of the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB). He has been representing RE/MAX as a REALTOR® since 2002 after twelve years in hi-tech sales and sales management. Seniors who are planning to downsize and/or move will find his expertise and personality particularly helpful. Paul's three primary accreditations form the foundation of his real estate training as a Lifestyle 55+ Service Provider Affiliate (ASA), a Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) and an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR). He has successfully guided clients in navigating the complex world of real estate in Mississauga, West Toronto and Yorkville. His 55+ clients often ask him to help the next generation in their family purchase their first home. (Click on Client Recommendations below to read client comments.) His past roles with Toastmasters International, Rotary and PROBUS have prepared him well as a guest speaker when presenting seminars on downsizing. He also happens to be a Gordon Lightfoot fan and has performed some of Gord's classics in varous settings on a solo basis. To connect with Paul, simply click on the CONTACT link at the top of this page.
Recent Articles
Top 4 Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Mortgage
With home prices and rates still relatively high, securing a mortgage can feel daunting––even to the most experienced borrowers. But don’t let that deter you: If other homebuyers’ experiences are any indication, odds are...
7 Weekend Projects to Boost Your Property Value
Whether you’re putting your home on the market in a few weeks or a few years, strategic upgrades can make all the difference. But you don’t have to embark on a major remodel to...
Mid-Year Market Update for 2024: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Once again, the number one story in real estate this summer is mortgage rates. But unlike last year, when a surprise series of rate hikes from the Bank of Canada sent skittish buyers back...
The Ultimate Relocation Guide: From Finding a House to Feeling at Home
May is “Moving Month,” as designated by the Better Business Bureau and Canadian Association of Movers.1 It also happens to kick off the peak moving season, which generally runs from May through September.2 According...
6 Strategies to Save on Home Insurance Premiums
From extreme cold to wildfires and floods, the past few years have brought a historic number of devastating climate and weather events to Canada. In 2023 alone, unusually harsh weather and a string of...
Downsize Your Home, Rightsize Your Life: How to Choose the Ideal Smaller Home
When you’ve lived somewhere for many years, it can be tough to say goodbye. But if you (or a loved one) currently have a home that is bigger than necessary or is too high...
Upgrade Your Home With These 2024 Design Trends
One of the best parts of owning a home is the freedom to make it truly your own with design choices that reflect your personality and lifestyle. Whether you lean toward contemporary design or...
Real Estate Market Forecast: Opportunities for Home Buyers and Sellers in 2024
Home buyers surprised everyone last spring when they shook off higher borrowing costs and showed up to new home sales in droves. The surge in competition for a still-limited pool of properties helped home...
Celebrate Sustainably: 5 Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday at Home
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it’s also the most wasteful. According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to...