Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 10,850 transactions through the TorontoMLS system in May 2012 – an 11 per cent increase over the 9,766 sales in May 2011. Sales growth was strongest in the ‘905’ regions surrounding the City of Toronto.
Home Ownership: Simple seasonal tips for making your home more energy efficient
May 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The reasons for making your home energy efficient are numerous, perhaps even obvious; saving money, helping the environment, improving indoor air quality which in turn creates a healthier living space and a healthier you, the list goes on and on!
10 Environmentally Friendly Gardening Tips
May 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
With springtime fully underway you may find yourself in the position of wanting to make changes to your yard here are 10 environmentally friendly tips.
CREA: Home price trends increased in April 2012
May 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) released a report today stating that Canadian home price gains are generally expected to moderate, but there are a few hot spots where prices are being ‘fueled by some very strong housing market fundamentals’.
Condominium Living: Springtime gardening tips for your balcony
May 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Attention condominium dwellers: just because you live in a condo and don’t have a backyard doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a beautiful garden! With a little bit of planning you can extend your living space right onto your balcony.
Advice for Buyers: Create a Property Wish List
May 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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.
Surviving a Kitchen Reno: A little planning can go a long way!
May 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Surviving a kitchen renovation can be tricky, demanding a level of patience rarely required in your day to day life. Renovating in the warmer months can make the process a little less stressful
Shopping Locally: Toronto Farmer’s Markets for the 2012 Season
May 17, 2012 by 2 Comments
We are fortunate in Toronto to have a wonderful choice of local Farmer’s Markets throughout the City. Some of them are open year around but for others it’s that time of year again when local produce is available and they are getting geared up for another season.
GTA REALTORS® Report May 2012 Mid-Month Resale Housing Market Figures
May 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) released their mid-month resale housing market report for May 2012 today.