Good news for all of you out there that are thinking about starting in on renovations. The Government of Canada has decided to renew the popular ecoEnergy Retrofit program. From June 6, 2011 until March 31, 2012, you are eligible to receive grants totaling up to $5,000 for the purpose…
For Sale! 215 Fort York Penthouse 3704
July 11, 2011 by Leave a Comment
This never been lived in, brand new luxury penthouse located at WaterPark City, in the Fort York area, has an amazing panoramic view south of the lake, north to the city and west to Niagara. The southern view is even protected by city green space so it won’t ever be…
In The News: Canada new home prices beat estimates in May
July 8, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Canada new home prices beat estimates in May Financial Post Jul 7, 2011 OTTAWA — New home prices rose 0.4% in May, following a 0.3% gain in the previous month, Statistics Canada said Thursday. Economists had expected prices to rise by 0.2% for the month. The federal agency said the…
Know Your Neighbourhood: Wellbeing Toronto
June 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Location, location, location! When purchasing a new home this is one of the more obvious factors to consider and perhaps the most important. Buyers should be aware of the locations they are looking at in regards to factors such as: crime rate, quality of education, social housing, health care facilities,…
This Weekend in the city: June 24-26
June 24, 2011 by Leave a Comment
If you are in the city this weekend and you’re looking for something to do, you have lots of great options. Starting tonight the TD Toronto Jazz Festival launches at Metro Square with Aretha Franklin and runs until July 3rd. The Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival is happening at…
Knob & Tube Wiring
June 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment
When purchasing an older home it is important to know that there is a possibility that it still has knob & tube wiring. Some of you may be familiar with this type of wiring but for those of you who aren’t knob & tube wiring was the standard form of…
Sold! 219 Fort York 2512
June 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Congratulations to my client on the sale of her condo! This suite is one of only a few 1 bedrooms in this building with a second bathroom and a splendid view of the lake and the CNE. Check out pictures.
Termites: Are they really an issue??
June 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A lot of people don’t realize that termites are an issue in this city of ours. These wood starved little insects first made their appearance in the 1930s as a result of US cargo ships being unloaded in and around Cherry Street harbour (or so the story goes). Since then…
For Sale! 215 Fort York Penthouse
May 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
This brand new luxury penthouse located in the Fort York area has an amazing panoramic view of the lake, city and west to Niagara. The view of the lake is even protected by city green space so it won’t ever be blocked. This never been lived in suite has two…