Alex Ryon Homes

🌟 Experience Doesn’t Always Mean Excellence 🌟

I’ve been in real estate for 18 years, and I’ve learned something important along the way:
Just because someone’s been “in the business for years” doesn’t automatically mean they’re good at what they do.

Sometimes it just means… they’ve been doing it wrong for a long time. 😉

Longevity isn’t the same as mastery.
Consistency isn’t the same as competence.

The truth is — experience only matters if you’re learning, growing, and improving along the way.
That’s why I never stop refining my skills, studying the market, and looking for better ways to serve my clients.

💡 Experience matters — but evolution matters more.

🤔 Could Your Move Be a Tax Write Off? 💰

A recent tax court case shows how powerful relocation expense claims can be—even the CRA had to back down when presented with solid proof.

In this case, a taxpayer moved homes to be closer to their new job. The CRA originally denied their moving expense deduction, arguing the distance savings didn’t qualify. But here’s the twist: the taxpayer pulled up Google Maps to show the actual distance saved from the move… and won the appeal.

💡 What this means for you:
If you’re relocating at least 40 km closer to your work, you may be eligible to deduct moving expenses. That can include:
• Real estate commissions
• Legal fees
• Moving costs (trucks, movers, etc.)
• Temporary living expenses

This can make a huge financial difference when buying or selling a home for work reasons.

👉 If you’re planning a move for work and wondering what costs you might be able to deduct, let’s connect. I can help you with the real estate side while you check with your accountant for the tax details.

📲 Message me anytime to learn more about making your next move work smarter for you!