Chris Metzler

GTA market snapshot: what sold and why

A simple breakdown of current market trends. I talk to first-time buyers every week, and there’s a consistent pattern: they come in either more discouraged than they should be, or with expectations that don’t quite match reality. This post is my attempt to give you the honest, unfiltered picture of what buying your first home […]

Is Markham’s market finally cooling down in 2026?

After years of intense competition, detached homes are sitting longer. I’ve had a lot of listing consultations this year where sellers come in with a number in mind based on what their neighbour sold for in 2022 or 2023. I understand the instinct — those were exceptional years. But using that as a benchmark in […]