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A weekly compilation of what's happening, what we're thinking & what's selling in Toronto.
Why making smart updates to your home before selling might matter more than ever!
With the rising cost of building materials, today’s buyers are more hesitant to take on major renovations. If you're thinking of selling, making the right updates can help you attract more buyers and maximize your home's value.
The Power of Women in Real Estate: Driving Change & Growth
International Women’s Day, celebrated every year on March 8th, is more than just a global celebration — it’s a reflection of decades of activism and the ongoing fight for gender equality. From its origins in early 20th-century labor movements to Canada’s own feminist milestones, this post explores the history of IWD, the courageous women who shaped Canadian feminism, and why this day still matters in the fight for a more just and equal world.
How Tariffs Could Impact Toronto Real Estate: What Buyers & Investors Need to Know
Starting March 5th, new tariffs on building materials like steel and lumber will take effect — and if you’re planning to buy or invest in Toronto real estate, this matters. Rising construction costs could push developers to raise prices, especially for pre-construction condos, and might also fuel inflation. That, in turn, could keep interest rates higher for longer, making borrowing more expensive.
Does the Ontario Election Impact my Real Estate investments?
The Ontario election impacts real estate through provincial control over land transfer taxes, housing policies, property assessments, and rent regulations. While capital gains on primary residences are federally regulated, many costs affecting homeowners are decided at the provincial level.
We made the news.
Our listing at 925 Palmerston Ave made the news and so did we. Find out why blogTo thinks this one is not to be missed!
To Buy or To Rent?
The decision to buy vs rent is a big one. Start with these 5 questions to understand what is right for you.
Follow the Line
The Ontario Line, Tracking transit and development investment for Toronto’s biggest real estate opportunities.
The Future, of home
The Future, Of Home.
A follow-up on what Toronto's 2040 net-zero climate commitments mean for our homes and how we invest in them.
Is your home ready for 2040?
Toronto we have some pretty ambitious (and worthy) goals for hitting net-zero by 2040. From a real estate point-of-view we need to rethink how we shop for homes and how we invest and add value to our current assets.
the holiday give
Choosing a charity that is meaningful to you. Our 2021 pick, The Riverdale Basket Brigade, this charity hand-delivers food to families in need in Toronto’s East end.
Toronto Real Estate Insights
Toronto Real Esate market insights, by the numbers. Careful, market statistics don’t tell the entire story. Want real insights, call us or drop us a line.
Racing the Market
SUFFICE IT TO SAY, 2021'S RECORD-BREAKING TORONTO REAL ESTATE MARKET IS ATTRACTING CONSIDERABLE NOTORIETY THESE DAYS.
The Pandemic Piggy Bank and Cheap Money
OVER THE PAST YEAR, WE'VE WITNESSED MANY OF OUR CLIENTS DECIDE TO TAKE A LEAP AND START LIVING THE LIFE THEY THOUGHT WAS IN THEIR FUTURE, NOW.
What is Really Driving Toronto's Real Estate Market?
THE PAST YEAR OF PANDEMIC LIVING HAS TURNED OUR WORLD UPSIDE DOWN.