Archives for May 2012

Home Ownership: Simple seasonal tips for making your home more energy efficient

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

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.

The Seller’s Checklist: Getting your home ready for the market

Getting your home ready to sell can be extremely overwhelming and frustrating, but it really doesn’t need to be! Some of the stress can be alleviated by keeping yourself on track, by taking the time to decide what needs to be done before starting the process.

CREA: Home price trends increased in April 2012

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’.

Doors Open Toronto 2012: May 26th and 27th

Looking for something to do this weekend? Consider checking out Doors Open Toronto. With almost 150 buildings throughout the city opening their doors (for free) this is a great event!

Condominium Living: Springtime gardening tips for your balcony

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

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!

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

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

The Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) released their mid-month resale housing market report for May 2012 today.