Here at the Wilson Realty Group, we’ve always been on a mission to show everyone just how cool Hamilton really is. That’s why we started our “Why Hamilton Doesn't Suck" series – to give you a taste of all the awesome things this city has to offer and to push back against those quick “Hamilton sucks!” comments from people who’ve never even given it a chance.

In this latest episode of “ Why Hamilton Doesn't Suck", we’re all about celebrating the art that makes our streets pop – the incredible murals! Hamilton’s got an amazing street art scene, and we’ve put together a list of our favourite murals. Every year, Hamilton hosts the Concrete Canvas festival. It’s a massive multi-arts event where artists from all over come to paint epic murals live across the city over one wild weekend. With new murals popping up every year, our list of faves might change in a flash! But don’t worry – we’ve ...

DOES THE TIME OF YEAR REALLY MATTER WHEN IT COMES TO BUYING A HOME

The different seasons can have an effect on specific factors in the Real Estate Market. These factors may include; the number of homes available for sale, home prices, competition in the market, and more. Here are just some of the pros when it comes to purchasing a home in each season.

WINTER

During the winter months home prices are usually lower than any other time of the year. This is because the market is slower, there is less inventory and also less buyers looking for homes, which reduces competition. Most people either take their home off market during the winter, or they wait for the warmer weather to put their home up for sale. Those who choose to sell during the winter months generally want to sell as soon as possible and are ready for their home to be sold, giving you more negotiating power. 

SPRING

As the weather gets warmer, so does the Real Estate Market. Those sellers who decided toe ...

BEHIND THE SCENES OF HOW WE HELP GET YOUR HOME READY FOR SALE
Have you thought about selling your home but have no idea where to start when it comes to getting your home ready? We've got you covered.
Depending on your home, there may be different ways to optimize and showcase each room in order to make it most appealing for potential buyers. The Wilson Realty Group has a list of professionals to help you get the home ready and to showcase it while it is at its best. 
Here are the major ones: 
*All of the photos/videos below are from real Wilson Realty Group Listings, staged by our professional stager and shot by our professional photographer. 
DECLUTTERING/STAGING CONSULTATION: 
The very first step in getting your home ready is minimizing extra items and personal belongings from around the house. We have a professional consultant will help you to decide what to leave out and what can be packed away or re-purposed elsewhere in the house. This is done at yo/ ...

Are you looking to increase the value of your home without breaking the bank? We have got you covered.
1. Get Some Professional Advice
Everyone's home is unique and will require something different to add value. Invite a Realtor or interior designer to view your home and let them give you  professional advice on what changes can be made for the least amount of money to get you the most return. 
2. Do a Deep Clean
When your home sparkles, it becomes more appealing. Just doing a deep clean of floors, walls, baseboards, doors, cupboards and surfaces can bring your home back to life.
3. Organize and Make Space
When you organize surfaces, rearrange furniture and get rid of unnecessary items, your home will feel larger. It also gives you the opportunity to get rid of any clutter or items that you have been waiting to get rid of.
Bonus: this is FREE! 
4. Fresh Paint
Paint makes the walls in your home look brand new. This is also one of the most cost effe/ ...

Are you ready to pursue Real Estate investment? If you are looking for a long term strategy that will assist you in building your wealth and legacy, we have the plan for you.
Breaking Down the BRRRR Method.
1. BUY - Find a property that is a worthwhile investment. In order for the strategy to be successful you will need to find a home that is undervalued or its value can be significantly increased with renovations. There are a number of ways to find these properties. Our home buying specialists can provide you with information on how you can obtain a property for a good value. 
You will also need to ensure that you can finance the project. Some properties may require different lending options because they are seen as an investment or are in need of repairs. Speak with your mortgage broker to ensure that you have the proper financing plan in place before purchasing a property. 
2. REHAB/RENOVATE - Determine what improvements need to be done and move quickly. ...