Erika brings to the table twenty years of analytical experience, which is invaluable in the real estate industry. She has a passion for helping others achieve their goals and dreams. As a Realtor with the SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) designation, Erika is educated and is connected to a myriad of resources to cater to this "more experienced" segment of homeowners, who have needs and motivations that are distinct from their younger counterparts. Erika’s education in the fields of accounting and real estate gives her a breadth and depth of knowledge that not many have achieved in the real estate industry. Erika graduated from the University of Waterloo (in Ontario, Canada) in 1999 with a degree in Accounting. She played tennis competitively from the age of about 10, competing until her mid-20’s (UW varsity from 1994-1999).
31 Aug 2022
Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. And even the experts are divided when it comes to predicting where rates are...
01 Aug 2022
The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. On the contrary, you still have quite a bit to...
28 Jul 2022
In this issue: What is “Home Equity”? Why is knowing your Home Equity Important? How to get Home Equity out of your home Equity Checkup – A new service! ********************************* What is...
30 Jun 2022
No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to...
29 Jun 2022
Technology is changing the way we do almost everything, and real estate transactions are no exception. In fact, a new crop of tech companies wants to revolutionize the way we buy and sell homes. ...
14 Jun 2022
This article was published at Realtor.com on June 13, 2022. If you will be in the market to purchase a home in 2022, the following factors and trends in the housing market are important...
01 Jun 2022
The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19%...
26 May 2022
Homeownership offers many advantages over renting, including a stable living environment, predictable monthly payments, and the freedom to make modifications. Neighborhoods with high rates of homeownership have less crime and more community engagement. Additionally,...
01 May 2022
Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of...
20 Apr 2022
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting...