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How Purplebricks is Keeping Canadians Safe During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Purplebricks has adapted quickly to this unprecedented time in our history. We are pleased to share that we are in full operation for home sellers and buyers - with specific pandemic modifications. The safety of our customers and our staff are top priority.
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NewsState of the Real Estate Market: April 2020Despite the continued State of Emergency due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we have seen less than expected month-over-month price reductions. However, home sales and new listings have dropped significantly year-over-year.
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NewsAre we Headed Towards a Mini Real Estate Boom? Possibly.Many Canadians who were hoping to capitalize on the spring market are holding their breath waiting to see how the real estate market reacts in the coming weeks and months amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. It is a bit of a guessing game at this point, but we can make some educated predictions.
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NewsWant to give voice to hope? We’ve joined the #ItWillBeOk movement!The #ItWillBeOkay movement resonated deeply with us and we wanted our clients and staff to have an easy way to express this sentiment - so we created a drawing just for them! We encouraged anyone who wanted to join in the movement to post their creations in their windows or on their lawn signs.
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NewsHow COVID-19 is Impacting Canadian Real EstateThings have changed quickly nationwide due to the coronavirus outbreak, but there are still some good news pieces about the Canadian real estate market we should feel confident in.
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NewsVariable Mortgage Rates are Low, and Here's How They Work in Your FavourOver the past several weeks, the Bank of Canada has reduced its overnight rate from 1.75 to just 0.25. This means that homebuyers can get a desirable interest rate on their variable rate mortgage loan. Paying less interest on your loan means more money in your pocket.
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NewsHow Canadian Homebuyers are Being Supported During the Coronavirus OutbreakThe Government and financial institutions are reacting quickly to provide solutions during this unprecedented period in our history. As Canadian homebuyers, we are lucky to quickly have resources available to us.
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NewsIt Will Be OK… in Real Estate, too!At Purplebricks, we truly believe that it will be OK, particularly in the real estate sector. Many homeowners are wondering if now is a good time to put their property up for sale. Here are a few things to consider to make an informed decision.
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SellingHow to Manage Virtual Home Showings During COVID-19With so much technology at our fingertips, buyers have the opportunity to tour homes virtually. Sellers can have Purplebricks upload a video tour of their home to YouTube so buyers can get a feel for the home, or sellers can have a live video chat with potential buyers.
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NewsHow to Navigate the Real Estate Market During the COVID-19 OutbreakCOVID-19 has shaken up our lives in Canada and worldwide. Schools are closed, workplaces are allowing staff to work from home, major league sports have halted — it seems like the whole world is standing still. But does that mean the real estate market should as well? Not necessarily.
