Should Canadian home buyers consider using the FTHBI?
First announced back in March in the last federal budget, the FTHBI has been the point of some debate, both for how the program is structured, and for some of the restrictions it places on home buyers who may wish to use it.
Constructing Sustainable Homes for a Healthier Planet
Today, terms such as “sustainable” or “LEED Certified” are often used to signify that a development is ecologically friendly and employing cutting edge technology. However, many consumers do not fully understand the term “sustainable construction” or its
How to deal with moving back home
Living at home is no longer taboo. Tuition and transportation are enough to leave a post-grad millennial with depleted funds and a defeated attitude. Paying astronomical rent or mortgage fees on top of these expenses can transform some wallets into
In the Works: Landmart Homes
One of our favourite low-rise home builders in the Greater Toronto Area is Landmart Homes. They have truly proven themselves with the number of highly successful communities that they have created over the years. Landmart Homes is an award-winning
5 ways to prevent home flooding in the rainy season
It may seem difficult to predict each year whether or not your home will be safe from flooding during the rainy season, but some regular maintenance and planning should prevent major water problems.
Luxury Homes on the Rise in the GTA
Recently, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada released the 2014 Mid-Year Top-Tier Real Estate Report, highlighting four metropolitan areas where luxury homes are growing increasingly popular.Sotheby’s definition of a luxury home is any home that sells
See what first-time buyers expect to pay for their first home
As home prices continue to rise in Ontario, first-time buyers are getting slightly less optimistic and are seeking out larger financial gifts from friends and family, according to recent survey results.
Homes By DeSantis raises $100,000 for the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital Foundation
On August 18, Homes By DeSantis hosted the Summer Street Party in downtown Grimsby in support of the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital Foundation. There was a great turnout, making the first annual event a huge success!
Menkes builds the first LEED Silver home in Halton Hills
With the beginning of the year still on our minds, we’ve noticed that sustainable design in the home industry has surpassed being a trend and is quickly becoming the norm. If it’s not the norm, it’s surely becoming very important to homebuyers,
