How will virtual reality change the way we buy homes?
2016 may very well be the year of virtual reality (VR) in the real estate industry. In recent years, the technology has advanced significantly, and creating a virtual experience has even become more affordable. Last year, Sotheby’s International Realty
Lora Bay: Grand Opening and New Model Home!
The time is approaching. People should be lining up. It's coming Saturday, March 31st. We hope you're ready.
IMF confirms building more homes is the best way to tackle housing affordability
The International Monetary Fund has confirmed what nearly everyone in the Greater Toronto Area’s new home building industry has been saying for the last few years - more supply is the answer to the affordability crisis.
4 ways to make buying a home easier for first-time buyers
I recall seeing young couples buying new detached homes in Brampton, Markham, Mississauga, Oakville, Oshawa, all across the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding regions. Today, I’m seeing fewer and fewer first-time buyers, even in new condo sales centres.
Shared home ownership goals more important than looks when it comes to millennials dating
According to a new global survey by HSBC Bank of Canada, 61% of Canadian millennials feel anxious about buying a property, compared to just 20% of baby boomers.
Do tiny homes offer big solutions?
I’ve become increasingly enamored of the idea of tiny homes. They’ve gained in popularity as real estate prices rise and millennials are strengthening the trend as they eschew the accumulation of stuff in favour of collecting experiences. The idea of
Coolest smart home gear unveiled at CES 2018
Last week, all eyes were on the world’s most futuristic trade show, CES 2018, where the latest innovations in tech were unveiled. Between robotic dogs and voice-activated everything, the smart home gear took centre stage. The event’s
Home price growth moderates as market confidence remains steady in the Greater Toronto Area
The results of the Royal LePage House Price Survey were recently released, and it looks like market confidence in the Greater Toronto Area remained steady through the fourth quarter of 2018.
What is the future of home design, marketing, and sales?
Since it’s the beginning off the year, we can’t help but think about what 2016 holds for the new home industry. What new condo towers will be announced? What city will be the hot spot for new low-rise housing? Will inventory levels improve? Will prices
10 popular home décor trends for the fall season
Do you follow the current trends on design and fashion? This fall, there are a number of exciting new directions emerging. I have put together a list of ten options for you to consider:1) White on whiteSo unexpected and clean, yet interesting. Notice how
