I’m a huge fan of coffee and am always on the search for a great cup. I recently came across blogTO’s “Best Cafes in Toronto (East Side)” and have to say that I agree with their picks. The list includes some of my personal favourites including; Mercury Espresso, Dark Horse…
For Sale! 80 Yorkville #404
August 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment
This one bedroom suite is brand new and has never been lived in! Located in the heart of Yorkville at 80 Yorkville Avenue in the 100 Yorkville at Bellair Condominiums, an exclusive building created by the architecture of Hariri Pontarini and the interior design of Brian Gluckstein. The suite itself…
Toronto and Ontario Land Transfer Tax
August 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Real estate transactions in most large parts of the country can add Land Transfer Taxes (simply put taxes that are levied on properties that are changing hands) to the list of closing costs. The City of Toronto is in no way an exception to this rule. When purchasing real estate…
Picking a Neighbourhood: Safety & Toronto Police Services Statistics
August 24, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Not surprisingly, one of the main factors that applies to many people searching for a new home is safety. With well over 100 neighbourhoods (I believe the actual number is about 140) it may be a bit daunting to try and figure this out on your own. Toronto Police Services…
TREB: Termites are a hidden problem
August 23, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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…
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…
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…
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…