Termites are an issue throughout Toronto and certainly a factor that should be considered when purchasing a new home. A few months ago I wrote a blog about these little but potent pests, check out what TREB has to say in the article below. TREB: Termites are a hidden problem…
Move Planner: The app to help you on moving day
August 22, 2011 by Leave a Comment
As a follow up to a previous blog that I wrote about moving, I thought that I would share with you an app that I recently came across for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch users. Get organized ahead time with this super move planner, it will aid you to plan…
Greater Toronto REALTORS® Release August Mid-Month Resale Market Figures
August 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
TREB (Toronto Real Estate Board) released their mid month numbers yesterday: There were 3,214 sales through the TorontoMLS® system during the first 14 days of August, representing more than a 22.5 per cent increase compared to the same period in August 2010. Year-to-date sales through the 14th of August were…
CREA: Canadian Resale Housing Sales Stable in July
August 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
CREA (Canadian Real Estate Association) released their montly statistics of the national resale housing market showing that activity is stable on a month-to-month basis. Check out the report below. OTTAWA – August 16, 2011 – According to statistics1 released today by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), national resale housing…
Toronto Events: Calendar of Events August 13th & 14th
August 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Last weekend was the Taste of the Danforth, next weekend is the official start of the CNE, looking for something to do this weekend? If so check out this link for a full listing of events and have a great weekend!
ForSalebyOwner.com founder gives up on own listing, hires real estate broker
August 10, 2011 by Leave a Comment
ForSalebyOwner.com founder gives up on own listing, hires real estate broker AGBeat News | August 3, 2011 | Former FSBO CEO sells home the traditional way Founder and former CEO of ForSalebyOwner.com, Colby Sambrotto listed his 2,000 square foot New York condominium on his own through online classified ads and…
Summertime Renovations
August 9, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Thinking about renovating? If so it may be the best time of year to get many of your projects started. Think about it, if you’re planning on redoing the kitchen it’s the perfect time to rely on your outdoor grill instead of your indoor range; if you’re planning on installing…
Gardening Lesson #1: Drought Resistant Plants
August 8, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A few months ago I wrote a blog about gardening, or more correctly about my wife’s adventures (and many challenges) with gardening. This year has proven to be no different than other years in regards to her level of frustration, this time largely due to a lack of rain. We…
Deal of the Week: A whole South Dakota town
August 2, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Check out the article below, a little bit of perspective! Deal of the Week: A whole South Dakota town.
Walking on the edge: CN Tower’s lastest attraction EdgeWalk opening August 1st
July 28, 2011 by Leave a Comment
So if you’re looking for a way to spend your holiday Monday AND you are a bit of a thrill seeker, here is the answer. Starting Monday the much anticipated EdgeWalk at the CN Tower will open. If you’re interested, be prepared to get suited up in a lovely fire…