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…
Archives for July 2011
Walking on the edge: CN Tower’s lastest attraction EdgeWalk opening August 1st
July 28, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A Little Piece of Toronto History: The Guild Inn and Sculpture Gardens
July 27, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Take a trip to the east end of Toronto and you will find sitting atop the picturesque Scarborough Bluffs one of Toronto’s oldest hotels and an eclectic garden filled with lovely trees, a stunning view of Lake Ontario and oddly enough ruins of old Toronto buildings. Located at 201 Guildwood…
Renovating to sell? Concentrate on ‘wow’ factor; Fixing to stay? Plan for future
July 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Over the last few weeks I’ve been writing blogs about renovating your home. I came across the article below and thought it had some great advice. Check it out. Renovating to sell? Concentrate on ‘wow’ factor.
Just Listed! 219 Fort York 1809
July 22, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Looking for a beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 washroom suite in the heart of downtown? If so, this is the unit for you! Located in the historic Fort York District this unit is one of the most desirable in the building! The suite is 960 square feet and has a phenomenal…
RBC: Canadian Resale Market to Moderate Not Crash, Home Prices Increase by 4.4% in 2011
July 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Late last week the Royal Bank of Canada released a report by Senior Economist Robert Hogue stating that the housing market in Canada is in a period of transition to a more moderate and sustainable pace of growth. According to Hogue “we expect resales in Canada to grow by 0.9%…
July Housing Market Kicks Off Strong In Toronto
July 20, 2011 by Leave a Comment
According to an article published in the Financial Post this week the mid-month numbers for the first two weeks of the month are exceptionally strong and show no signs of a slow down in the Toronto market. During the first two week period Toronto saw a 35% increase in the…
Sold! 231 Fort York 1407
July 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Congratulations to my client on the sale of his 1 bedroom + den condo. This fabulous waterfront suite is upgraded with granite counter tops in both the kitchen and bathroom, hardwood floors, mirrored closets, and a lovely ceramic floor in the foyer and kitchen. The unit is bright and sunny…
Renovations: Interior Painting Tips
July 18, 2011 by 1 Comment
I am not a fan of painting and for those of you out there that fit into that category, give me a call and I’ll give you the contact information of the painter that has proven to be a wonderful resource to me in the past. For the rest of…
Canadian Home Sales Pick Up in June
July 15, 2011 by Leave a Comment
According to statistics released today by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), home sales activity over MLS® Systems of Canadian real estate Boards climbed in June 2011 compared to May. Highlights: Sales activity climbed from May to June, with a big year-over-year gain reflecting falling demand in June 2010. Year-to-date…
Government of Canada renews ecoEnergy Retrofit program
July 14, 2011 by 1 Comment
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…