Private School vs. a Top Markham Public School Area: Running the Real Estate Math

Is it cheaper to pay private school tuition or buy in a top Markham school area? For many families, paying more for a home in a strong public school area costs less over time than private tuition, but it is not a sure thing. Ontario private day schools charged roughly $21,000 to $49,530 a year for 2

Moving From Toronto to Markham: The Financial and Lifestyle Trade-Offs

Is it worth moving from Toronto to Markham? For many families, yes. Buying in Markham avoids Toronto’s municipal land transfer tax, which adds about $20,475 on a $1,200,000 home and about $26,475 on a $1,500,000 home. Markham’s 2026 residential tax rate is 0.722889%, compared with Toronto’s 0.767311

Why Markham Homes Expire on the Market, and How to Relaunch Yours

Why did my Markham home not sell and how do I relaunch it? Most Markham listings that expire share one or more of three problems: the price is above recent comparable sales, the online presentation is weak, or buyers have a layout or condition objection that was never addressed. In September 2026, M