Dear friends,

It doesn’t matter if you’re moving across town or just across the street: Relocating is never easy. Between packing boxes, loading trucks and hauling heavy furniture through narrow halls and stairwells, even a simple move can be exhausting.

Of course, professional movers can help streamline the process, but that convenience comes at a cost. Even if you do it yourself, the expenses can quickly add up. From packing supplies and storage fees to truck rentals and fuel costs, moving is rarely as seamless or affordable as expected. And the farther you go, the more complicated and expensive the process becomes.

Late summer also happens to be one of the busiest times to move, as families try to settle in before the new school year and leases turn over at the end of the month. Luckily, a little planning can go a long way toward reducing unnecessary hassle and expense. This month’s newsletter explores practical ways to make moving easier, so keep it on hand for whenever a move comes up, or pass it along to someone who has one on the horizon.

If you have any questions, give me a call. Personalized advice can make all the difference.

Also please remember I would be happy to provide you with the free home evaluation.

亲爱的朋友们，

无论您是搬到城里的另一边还是街对面，搬家从来都不是一件轻松的事。打包、装车、搬运沉重的家具穿过狭窄的走廊和楼梯，即使是简单的搬家也会让人筋疲力尽。

当然，专业的搬家公司可以简化流程，但这种便利是有代价的。即使您自己搬家，费用也会迅速累积。从包装材料和仓储费到卡车租赁和燃油费，搬家很少像预期的那样顺利或经济实惠。而且，搬家距离越远，过程就越复杂、越昂贵。

夏末恰好也是搬家最繁忙的时期之一，因为许多家庭都想在新学年开始前安顿下来，而且租约也在月底到期。幸运的是，提前做好规划可以大大减少不必要的麻烦和费用。本月的简报探讨了一些让搬家更轻松的实用方法，您可以将其保存下来，以便在需要搬家时参考，或者分享给即将搬家的朋友。

如果您有任何疑问，请随时致电。个性化的建议至关重要。

另外，请记住我很乐意为您提供免费的房屋评估服务。

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GTA REALTORS ® Release July Stats

GTA Real Estate Market Update by Toronto Regional Real Estate Board

TORONTO, ONTARIO, August 6, 2026 – Greater Toronto Area (GTA) resale housing market conditions tightened in July 2026 compared the same month a year earlier. Home sales edged slightly lower over that period, while new listings were down substantially. This suggests that active homebuyers faced more competition from other potential purchasers. If this trend continues, average selling prices could level off in the second half of this year.

“With sales accounting for a larger share of listings, buyers may find there is less room to negotiate moving forward. If current trends continue, home prices could start to level off compared to last year. Many would-be homebuyers are waiting for confidence in the market and broader economy to improve before making a purchase. This includes more clarity on tariffs, inflation and borrowing costs.” said TRREB President Daniel Steinfeld.

“While uncertainty about the economy and borrowing costs persists, recent news has been more positive than expected. The latest readings on economic growth and jobs surprised to the upside. This could help bolster consumer confidence and prompt an uptick in home purchases in the months ahead, especially if home prices stabilize as we move through the fall,” said TRREB Chief Information Officer Jason Mercer.

GTA REALTORS® reported 5,995 home sales through TRREB’s MLS® System in July 2026 – a slight decrease of 0.9 per cent compared to July 2025. New listings entered into the MLS® System amounted to 14,484 – down by 17.8 per cent year-over-year.

On a seasonally adjusted basis, July 2026 home sales were up month-over-month compared to June 2026, while new listings were down, which means market conditions continued to tighten during the summer.

The MLS® Home Price Index (MLS® HPI) Composite benchmark was down by 4.6 per cent year-over-year in July 2026. The average selling price, at $1,003,956, was down by a similar annual rate of 4.5 per cent. On a month-over-month seasonally adjusted basis, MLS® HPI Composite edged up compared to June 2026, whereas the average selling price was slightly lower.

“Removing remaining municipal roadblocks to attainable housing is a pressing issue in the GTA and Simcoe County. Restrictive zoning, outdated rules, high taxes and fees, and approval delays are making housing more expensive and are key issues in the upcoming municipal election. They add tens of thousands of dollars to the cost of every home and need to be reformed,” said TRREB CEO John DiMichele.

大多伦多地区房地产经纪人协会发布七月市场数据

多伦多地区房地产委员会发布大多伦多地区房地产市场最新动态

安大略省多伦多，2026年8月6日 — 与去年同期相比，2026年7月大多伦多地区（GTA）二手房市场行情趋紧。房屋销售量略有下降，而新挂牌房源数量则大幅减少。这表明，活跃购房者面临着来自其他潜在买家的更激烈竞争。如果这一趋势持续下去，平均售价可能会在今年下半年趋于稳定。

“由于销售量在挂牌房源中所占比例更大，购房者可能会发现未来的议价空间更小。如果目前的趋势持续下去，与去年相比房价可能会开始趋于平稳。许多潜在购房者都在等待市场和整体经济信心的改善后再进行购房。这包括关税、通货膨胀和借贷成本等问题的更加明朗。”多伦多地区房地产委员会主席丹尼尔·斯坦菲尔德 (Daniel Steinfeld) 表示。

“尽管经济和借贷成本的不确定性依然存在，但近期的消息比预期更为积极。最新的经济增长和就业数据均超出预期。这可能有助于提振消费者信心，并在未来几个月推动房屋购买量的增长，尤其是在秋季房价趋于稳定的情况下，”多伦多地区房地产委员会（TRREB）首席信息官杰森·默瑟（Jason Mercer）表示。

大多伦多地区房地产经纪人协会（GTA REALTORS®）报告称，2026年7月通过TRREB的MLS®系统售出5,995套房屋，较2025年7月略微下降0.9%。MLS®系统新增房源14,484套，同比下降17.8%。

经季节性调整后，2026年7月房屋销售量环比增长，而新增房源数量则有所下降，这意味着夏季市场状况持续趋紧。

2026年7月，MLS®房屋价格指数（MLS® HPI）综合基准同比下降4.6%。平均售价为1,003,956加元，同比下降4.5%。经季节性调整后，MLS® HPI综合指数较2026年6月略有上涨，而平均售价则略有下降。

“消除市政层面阻碍可负担住房建设的剩余障碍是大多伦多地区和锡姆科县亟待解决的问题。限制性分区、过时的法规、高额税费以及审批延误都推高了房价，这些也是即将举行的市政选举的关键议题。这些因素使每套房屋的成本增加了数万加元，亟需改革。”多伦多地区房地产委员会（TRREB）首席执行官约翰·迪米凯莱表示。

Best Regards,

Frank Fu Feng

Direct: 416-800-5898

www.AmpleRealtyTeam.ca

Bringing in professional movers can help ease that stress and give you peace of mind that your possessions will be handled with care from start to finish.

Of course, not all moving companies are created equal. Before you hire, here are five key questions to ask:

1. Are you licensed, bonded and insured? 
   The company should hold proper licensing to transport your belongings, along with insurance and bonding to protect you against liability and theft.
2. Do you handle everything in-house? 
   Some movers manage only part of the job and subcontract the rest. Make sure you know exactly who will be handling your move at every stage.
3. How long have you been in business? 
   Ask about their track record and how they train their staff, and request references. Online reviews are worth checking as well.
4. Are there items you won't move? 
   Pianos, firearms and high-value belongings are commonly excluded. Clarify upfront what you'll need to arrange on your own.
5. What equipment do you carry? 
   Dollies, moving straps and protective blankets for mirrors and large fragile items should all be standard.

The good news is that with a little planning, there are several ways you can keep the costs of moving under control.

Start by decluttering before you pack. There's no point in paying to move things you no longer want or need, so donate or sell anything that's still in good shape. You should also get creative with packing materials rather than buying everything new — source boxes from neighbours, local stores or your workplace, and use towels and linens as padding for fragile items.

When it comes to hiring professional help for your move, don't settle for the first quote you receive. Shop around, compare prices and read reviews carefully. Finally, be strategic about timing if you can. Demand for movers tends to be lower in the fall and winter, mid-month and on weekdays, which can translate into meaningful savings on moving day.

If your closing dates don't align, an occupancy agreement lets you stay in your sold home for an agreed period after closing, giving you breathing room to finish packing without rushing. If you need extra time before moving into your new home, your agent can also help negotiate a delayed possession date with the seller.

It's smart to build a buffer into your moving timeline too, since last-minute closing delays are more common than people expect. Talk to your agent early about your ideal timeline. With the right negotiation, you can often avoid double moves, temporary storage or overlapping leases altogether.

If you're planning a move tied to buying or selling, let's talk through your timeline so we can build it into the negotiation from the start.