Sung Shim

Sales Representative

Home Standards Brickstone Realty, Brokerage

From Search to Sold: Essential Tips for First-Time Buyers June 9, 2025
Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. From navigating mortgage pre-approvals to making that final offer, there is a lot to manage. One of the best first steps you can take is working with a trusted REALTOR®. Partnering with a licensed professional who understands the homebuying process eliminates the guesswork […]
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Where Professionalism Met Excellence: TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2025 June 6, 2025
REALTOR® QUEST 2025, Where Professionalism Meets Excellence, brought thousands of real estate professionals together for two unforgettable days of insight, inspiration, and innovation. On May 14 and 15, 11,000 attendees gathered at the Toronto Congress Centre for Canada’s largest real estate conference and trade show. Keynote SpeakersREALTOR® QUEST 2025 featured powerful keynote addresses from global music icon and entrepreneur Pitbull, who […]
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TRREB Responds to “As-of-Right” Mobility Legislation Impacting Real Estate Professionals June 6, 2025
TRREB has responded to the provincial consultation on regulations to support Bill 2, Protect Ontario Through Canada Free Trade Act, 2025. This new law will guide the removal of interprovincial trade barriers and impact the real estate services sector. There is a national consensus among all provinces and the federal government to accelerate this initiative. The Ontario […]
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May 2025 Housing Market Charts Available June 4, 2025
A series of charts summarizing key residential statistics for the GTA, including an affordability indicator and time series for price, new listings and sales.
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GTA Homebuyers Benefited From More Listings in May June 4, 2025
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market experienced an improvement in affordability in May 2025 relative to the same period a year earlier. With sales down and listings up, homebuyers took advantage of increased inventory and negotiating power. “Looking at the GTA as a whole, homebuyers have certainly benefited from greater choice and improved affordability […]
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Blueprint for Success: Leveling Up Your Real Estate Business June 2, 2025
Whether you’re a new agent building your foundation or a seasoned professional looking to grow your business, creating a business plan is essential. Sean Provencher, Founder and CEO of Endgame Coaching, joins Jason Mercer, TRREB’s Chief Information Officer, on TRREB’s Ready to Real Estate podcast to share tips to help you develop a successful business plan, set […]
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Statement from TRREB on the Appointment of GTA Representatives and New Minister of Housing in Prime Minister Carney’s Cabinet May 13, 2025
The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney and his newly appointed Cabinet. We also congratulate Gregor Robertson on his appointment as Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, and we look forward to working with him to address the housing supply crisis, protect the Canadian dream of home ownership, and build the […]
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TRREB Statement: Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 May 12, 2025
In the face of historic economic disruption and increasing global uncertainty, housing must be a top priority in Ontario’s strategy to remain competitive and resilient, particularly in light of growing pressures such as U.S. tariffs. The Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025, represents a bold and necessary step forward in accelerating home […]
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April 2025 Housing Market Charts Available May 7, 2025
A series of charts summarizing key residential statistics for the GTA, including an affordability indicator and time series for price, new listings and sales.
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Preconditions for Housing Rebound in Place Once Economic Confidence is Restored May 6, 2025
April home sales followed the regular seasonal trend with an increase relative to March. However, total residential transactions in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) were down compared to the same time last year, as potential buyers continue to wait for lower borrowing costs and for certainty about the trajectory of the economy. “Following the recent […]
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