Every Condo Board has its own set of rules and regulations regarding what are and aren’t allowed when it comes to decorations for the holiday season. Before buying a new bundle of lights or a whopping 8 foot tree you should check with your Condo Board’s rules and regulations. Typically…
GTA REALTORS® Report Mid-Month Resale Housing Market Figures
December 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The numbers are in for the first two weeks of December. According to the MLS system, the GTA has seen a 4.3% increase in the number of sales on a year to date basis compared to 2010, and a 11% increase for the first two weeks compared to last year….
Canadian Resale Home Sales Edge Higher in November
December 15, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The Canadian Real Estate Association released their Resale Housing Activity numbers for the month of November today. The numbers are up again with Gregory Klump, CREA’s Chief Economist noting, “current trends for resale housing and new home construction suggest that tightened mortgage regulations are working as intended and fostering economic…
It’s Snowing Outside! Tips for the inexperienced shoveler
November 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment
In honour (and trepidation!) of the first flakes of snow that I’ve seen this season, I decided that it might be time for some simple shoveling tips. Check them out. Tips for the inexperienced shoveler: Stretch before you start! Always bend at the knees when shoveling. This will save you…
Neighbourhood Spotlight: Christmas Time in the Distillery District
November 28, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Looking for a way to get yourself into the Christmas spirit? Then head down to the Distillery District between December 2nd and 18th and take in the sight and sounds of their charm of the Christmas Market. Inspired by the Christmas Markets of the Old World (originating in Germany in…
Neighbourhood Spotlight: Historic Downtown Toronto 1866-1950 in Photos
November 24, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The Town of York, incorporated in 1834 and taking on the official name of Toronto (partially to separate itself from New York City), has been an ever changing place. Buildings were erected and brought down (head to the Guild Inn if you would like to see some of the remains),…
1912: The Year We Missed Our Subway Moment | Toronto Standard |
November 23, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Can you imagine how much easier and (most likely) less congested our downtown streets would be if we had another subway line? Just imagine. Apparently we, the City of Toronto, had our chances (and the opportunities passed) to have another subway line along Queen Street. In both 1912 and 1946…
Just Sold! 27 Lilly Mckeowan Crescent, East Gwillimbury
November 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Congratulations to my clients on the purchase of their new home. This fantastic end unit townhouse is located in charming Mt. Albert and is surrounded by a lovely park and walking trails. With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (including an en-suite in the Master Bedroom), fantastic kitchen complete with a breakfast…
CREA: Canadian home sales edge higher in October
November 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The Canadian Real Estate Association released their numbers for the October 2011 national resale market. The numbers again show and increase in the resell market with sales hitting the highest level since January 2011. They also report that the market has a slightly tigher balance of supply and demand. Check…