5 new condos dog owners will love
As the average price of a new low-rise home in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) continues to rise, more couples and families are living in new condos for longer periods of time. Some people don’t have the space to raise a child in their condo, so they end
OHBA unveils the 2017 Awards of Distinction finalists
spallThe Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) unveiled the finalists of the 2017 Awards of Distinction, selected by a panel of judges consisting of industry experts from across the province. The 39 categories encompass building, design, sales and
Branthaven believes smart home features are here to stay!
Two years ago, Branthaven Homes had tablet mounts in their kitchens at Lake House in Grimsby, a now sold out waterfront community. As a builder who clearly showed signs of embracing smart home technology, we wanted to pick their brain about the future of
Looks like curb appeal is important again
The time has come - we’re no longer seeing aggressive bidding wars on derelict homes in the resale market. In fact, the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) recently announced that the resale housing market saw a 40% year-over-year drop in sales in July
GTA home prices may drop 10%
The Teranet-National Bank Composite House Price Index released Monday says Canadian home prices rose 2% in July 2017 over June, and 14.2% over last year. The monthly increase in Toronto was 2.1%, although the report claims there are signs of weakness in
The smart technology you need to keep your home safe
The job of protecting your home is easier than ever thanks to rapidly evolving technology. You no longer have to be tied to whole-home contracts or pay for overly elaborate, expensive systems you don’t need. The devices available now enable you to
5 new condos first-time buyers should know about
Earlier this year, we listed a few new condos in and around the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) that first-time buyers could actually afford. Well, it’s been a few months and we have another handful of new condos first-time buyers should know about. With the
7 ways to maximize every square foot of your living space
With home prices on the rise in both the new home and resale markets, buyers are turning to condos and small townhomes as more affordable options, though even these housing types are getting out of reach for some. The Building Industry and Land
How to interpret neighbourhood red flags
Thinking of moving to a new, unfamiliar neighbourhood? There are a few red flags you should watch out for, but that said, the scenario is different when you’re considering buying in a neighbourhood with a new construction development underway.First of
Losani Homes is embracing advancements in smart home automation
Losani Homes is one of the most prolific homebuilders in southern Ontario, particularly in Hamilton and the surrounding areas. With so many new home communities in the works and a history of offering smart home features to their buyers, we decided to
