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Condo, Bungalow, or ...? How to Pick the Right Home Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Wallet)

Welcome back to Elementary – your real estate reality check with no fluff, just facts (and a sprinkle of sass). 💁🏽‍♀️

This week’s episode is packed tighter than a downtown Toronto condo closet! I’m answering the most common questions I’ve been getting from clients lately, like:

🧐 “Where are the best downsizing neighbourhoods in Toronto, Peel, and Durham?”
💸 “Is the average home price actually helpful or just real estate clickbait?”
🏡 “Should I go for a condo, a bungalow, or one of those in-between stacked towns?”
🔮 “Is it smart to buy pre-construction or is that dream already delayed... again?”

We dig into what really matters: walkability, healthcare access, transit options, and what happens when that sweet pre-con unit takes five years to finish (yes, that happened).

I break down:
✨ 5 of my fave Toronto communities for downsizers (hello Beaches & Ronces!)
✨ Hidden gems in Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon that buyers often overlook
✨ Why Durham still holds a piece of my heart — and might hold yours too
✨ The pros, cons, and “oh no they didn’t!” of condos, bungalows, and stacked townhouses
✨ Real GTA market trends and my hot take on whether now is the right time to buy

Spoiler alert: “affordable” in Toronto is kind of like Bigfoot. You hear about it… but no one's seen it lately 👀

If you’ve been wondering whether to stay put or make a move — or if your partner is team “lock and leave” condo while you’re dreaming of BBQs in your own backyard — this episode is for you.

☕ Grab your tea, your keys, or your calculator.
It’s time to talk real estate, real decisions, and real solutions — the Elementary way.

💬 If this episode answered your burning questions, or created a few new ones… slide into my DMs or book a consult. You’re not alone — I’m here to help you figure it all out.

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