Industry Profile: Andy Brethour of PMA Brethour - PART 1
The team at the Toronto Star’s NewInHomes.com headed out to Markham to meet with Andy Brethour, one of the most interesting players in the real estate game. We talked about his history in the business, his philanthropy, as well as his vision for the
Branthaven is launching Explore in Stoney Creek this fall!
It’s no longer debatable - Hamilton is a hot spot for new low-rise residential development, especially since both the resale and new home market is struggling with low supply across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). One Hamilton community that we are very
Roland Rom Colthoff of RAW Design Discusses Super Tall Towers
By Penny MunozA strong believer that Toronto will be one of the greatest cities in the world, Roland Rom Colthoff tells newinhomes.com what Toronto has to gain by investing in super tall towers.“Cities thrive on density, that’s the whole point,” he says,
Lanterra Developments Purchases 11 Wellesley
11 Wellesley was one of the most highly debated parcels of land in the City of Toronto. Local residents were pushing for a public park on the site, but the land was owned by the Province, and they weren’t going to just hand it over to the City. Just last
The Rise of Boutique Condos in the GTA
It goes without saying that the Greater Toronto Area’s (GTA) condo market has been hot in recent years, specifically in downtown Toronto. One thing we did notice this year though is the growing popularity of “boutique condos.”What exactly is a boutique
Smart Townes 3 now open in Niagara Falls!
We recently received news that Pinewood Homes is now selling Smart Townes 3 in Niagara Falls! There have been two successful phases before this one, so we’re eager to see how well the new release does.
5 creative uses for your college kid’s empty room
Now that September is here, your kids are back in school and the house is finally quiet again. If your little ones are still in elementary or high school, your peace and quiet will only last from 9 am to 3 pm. If you have a child that went off to college
Guelph is the top city to buy a home: MoneySense
MoneySense just released its 2017 Where to Buy Now ranking, listing Canada’s most attractive real estate markets for investors and end-users. Topping the list is Guelph, Ontario! Thunder Bay held first place for two consecutive years, but Guelph has
2015 New Home Market Predictions by Ben Myers
When it comes to getting a clear picture of the shape of Canada’s and the Greater Toronto Area’s (GTA) new home market, Ben Myers is the one to talk to. As Senior VP, Market Research & Analytics at Fortress Real Developments, and formerly of
The Great Gardiner Debate
City council will today debate the relative merits of three options for dealing with the eastern Gardiner Expressway, which, completed in the 1960s, is nearing the end of its useful lifespan.The first option would be to leave well enough alone, to