TREB: January 2013 Mid-Month Resale Housing Figures

Today the Toronto Real Estate Board released their resale housing figures for the first two weeks of January 2013. So far the numbers show and increase in the number of transactions reported over the same time period last year and an increase of 4% in the average selling price for the same time period (also based on a year-over-year basis). Check out the full report below.

What To Do When Your Tenant Doesn’t Pay The Rent

One of the risks you run when renting your property to any individual is non-payment of rent. Ideally this doesn’t happen because you’ve taken the time to find the right tenant by screening, completing reference checks with employers and by reviewing potential candidates credit histories.

Planning A Renovation: A summary of common mistakes that you really should try to avoid!

Planning a renovation for 2013? When you start planning your project you should realize that knowing what you shouldn’t do is almost as important as knowing what you should do! Check out the following 10 common mistakes made by those planning for a home renovation and do your best to avoid them!

Don’t Be Afraid To List In The Winter: The reasons why and some tips for getting ready

Many people believe that it isn’t a good idea to try and sell your property in the winter months and while it is true that the wintertime does present its own list of challenges for showing your property, there are some reasons why selling during this time isn’t such a bad idea.

Just Listed! 2727 Yonge Street #311 2 bedroom + den in the prestigious Residences of Lawrence Park

Check out the pictures below of this fabulous 2 bedroom + den, 2 bathroom suite at 2727 Yonge Street in the prestigious Residences of Lawrence Park.

City of Toronto Prohibited Animals: Make sure to check out this list before you buy your own unusual pet!

With all the excitement that Darwin the ‘IKEA Monkey’ has created, I thought it would be a great time to re-visit an old blog post I wrote a while ago regarding what animals you cannot own in the City of Toronto.

A Few Ideas For Adding Space Without Adding On

You may not need an expensive addition to expand your space. Increase your usable square footage with these ideas: Renovate your basement or attic. Finishing unused areas in your home is the best way to increase livable space and add value. Create a play room, a home theatre, extra bedrooms, or an office, and consider […]

Landlord Information: The questions you can and cannot ask when renting your property

Finding the right tenant for your rental property can be a whole lot easier said than done. If it is possible for you to absorb the loss of rent, it is most certainly worth your while to take time when choosing.

Shopping For A New Home? Here are some tips for creating a property wish list

Shopping for a new home should be an enjoyable experience, however, in reality for many it can often become a frustrating and challenging burden. That’s why I recommend putting together a property wish list before starting the process.

Big Ideas for Small-Space Living! 7 tips for making your small spaces seem more spacious

With living spaces seemingly getting smaller it can be especially challenging to find room for life’s accumulations.   Similar to the way that a large space can be made to feel cozier and more intimate, it is also possible to make a small space feel larger and more spacious.  It’s just a matter of being […]