April 2018

In a Toronto townhouse development, 22 unit owners are living in condos registered to someone else — their real estate lawyers were not showing due diligence, writes Bob Aaron. How is it that 22 condominium owners in a north Toronto development do not own the units they are living in? This is the case at Liberty Walk Condominiums, an attractive stacked townhouse development at 760 Lawrence Ave. W.,...

Should you rent or should you buy? The answer to this question ultimately depends on your individual financial situation. Buying a property means making an investment that will build equity over time. Renting means paying for your current living situation without ever gaining any equity or ownership. Home ownership will only make financial sense if you are looking to live in a particular home for a few...

April 16, 2018 -- Toronto Real Estate Board President Tim Syrianos announced that the average selling price for condominium apartments sold through TREB's MLS® System was up by nine per cent year-over-year to $533,447 in the first quarter of 2018. While the number of condominium apartment sales reported by Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® in the first quarter was down by 29.7 per cent year-over-year to...

Looks like Daniels is once again offering their highly popular 10% deposit structure for its upcoming DuEast Boutique East Residence. The launch is coming out soon on May 1st with price starting in the mid $300,000's. DuEast Boutique Deposit Structure: $5,000 on signing 5% minus $5,000 in 30 days Then $1,000 per month until you pay off the next 5% Keep in mind, this deposit structure will...

At Canvas On The Rouge, you'll find all the amenities you would expect from a modern 6-storey luxury boutique condo with concierge. But one that also offers all the natural draws that living near the Rouge River Valley can offer. From its enviable location in North Markham near Little Rouge Creek, Canvas is minutes away from the Mount Joy GO Station, Highway 407, the Centennial Community Centre, Markham...

On Thursday April 12, 2018, we had the pleasure of attending the unveiling of the newest Pre-construction project by Pemberton dubbed 9th + Main Condos & Towns located in one of the GTA's hottest and fastest growing communities of Stouffville, Ontario. The event was held at the ultra chic Chateau Le Parc Banquet Hall, featuring a tasty selection of  hors d'oeuvres which included lamb skewers,...

Here's a good article from The Globe and Mail that talks about the upcoming Daniels FirstHome Markham Sheppard project - a mix of condos and towns located in Scarborough coming this summer 2018.   When developers Daniels and Diamond Corp. began looking at a large development site on Sheppard Avenue East, near Markham Road, in the northeastern reaches of Toronto a few years ago, the two firms...

The launch of the highly anticipated DuEast Boutique East Residence will happen on Tuesday May 1st with complete prices and floorplans to be released. For those who are unfamiliar with the project, DuEast Boutique is the next pre-construction in the Regent Park Revitalization project located near the intersection of Dundas Street East and Sumach Street. Why is it so highly anticipated? First, prices...

Thinking of moving? Before you pack up your entire life and relocate to a new property, it’s important to understand if you are moving for the right reasons. Make sure you are moving to a new home that will better suit your needs and lifestyle, and one that will make a significant positive change for the road ahead. Read through the following key reasons to move, to get a better sense of why moving now...

You can significantly increase your Condo's market value by following a few simple steps to uncover your condo’s full potential. In the end, you will attract more potential homebuyers and ultimately increase the listing price of your home. Tip # 1. You never get a second chance to make a first impression. As this is true, make sure you home’s front entrance is immaculate. Repaint or replace the...