Coffee Shops: Mercury Espresso Bar in Leslieville

If you’re looking for some of the best coffee in the east end (if not the city) then do not miss out on this one! It is one of my absolute favourites. I’ve been going to this place for a number of years and have never been disappointed. The staff…

Getting ready to sell: 10 things to remember

I’m asked frequently by sellers what they should do to get their home ready for the market and as part of my service I have a professional stager that I work with. Here are the top 10 things that we tell my clients. 1. Box up those personal items. You…

Renovations: Tip#1 Research before hiring

When starting home renovations there are many things to consider and one of the crucial factors is hiring the right people. This may mean that you find a General Contractor who is knowledgeable and experienced enough to ensure that the right tradespeople are used or this may mean that you…

Toronto’s swimmer friendly beaches

Looking for a safe place to go for a swim this summer. Turns out that there are a number of beaches acrossToronto and recently 8 of them have received the Blue Flag Designation from an organization called Environmental Defense. In order to qualify for the designation the beaches must meet…

This weekend in the city

Looking for something to do this weekend. If so there are plenty of events happening throughout the city. At Woodbine Park there is Waterfront Blues, at York University’s Rexall Centre the sounds of the Blackcreek Summer Music Festival, and at 99 Sudbury (near Liberty Village) you can sample a cocktail…

Sold! 215 Wynford #2903

Congratulations to my clients on the sale of their condo! This 2 bedroom unit has a custom kitchen, beautiful new floors, and an absolutely stunning terrace. Hope you enjoy your new condo!

Neighborhood Spotlight: The Danforth/Greektown

Every summer the Taste of the Danforth happens and for three days what seems like most of Ontario converges on an ever expanding length of this Toronto street. Most of the restaurants offer a small sampling of their menu, traditionally Greek fare, beer tents are set up and there’s all…

To do a Home Inspection or not

If you’re thinking about buying a home (and especially if it’s your first time) there may be a lot of daunting questions that come to mind. Home much of down payment do I need? Can I get a mortgage? What are land transfer taxes? Do I need a lawyer? If…

Patio Season…finally

By this time last year most of us that enjoy the outdoor dining experience had already had the opportunity to spend at least one afternoon outside, Mother Nature has decidedly not been so kind this year. With nice weather allegedly approaching it may now be time to confidentially plan a…

This weekend in the city

So the weather isn’t suppose to be great, but it’s looking like we may not have an entire weekend of rain. Or at least here’s to hoping. There are a lot of things going on in Toronto this weekend, and a little something for everyone. There’s Kid Rock at the…