Is it time to repeal the B-20 stress test?
An interesting article caught my eye at the end of last week - executives at Mattamy Homes and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association believe that the B-20 stress test should be repealed or at the very least reduced.
New release of bungalows and two-storey townhomes at Westminster Highlands!
It’s true that the summer is typically slow for the new home industry as far as new releases go, but one builder that has recognized that demand has not waned through the warmer months is Reid’s Heritage Homes, who just released new blocks of bungalow
In the Works: Caliber Homes
Caliber Homes is a builder with the goal to move you into a home built to the highest standards, and with over two decades of experience, you can expect them to deliver. This team of handpicked professionals believes in not being the biggest, but the
Charity home decor sale raising money for McMaster Children's Hospital
Ever wonder what builders and developers do with all the furniture and decor items that they use for their model suites and model homes? Truth is, we’re not entirely sure, but what we do know is that Reid’s Heritage Homes is getting some good use out of
Homes By DeSantis Dives Into the Condo Market with AquaBlu
2014 was a big year for Homes By DeSantis. In fact, the last few years have been very exciting for the Hamilton-based builder. Starting off the new year, Homes By DeSantis has a lot in store for the Niagara Region, but before we jump into that, let’s
Building Net Zero homes just got easier
Earlier this month, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) officially launched the Net Zero Home Labelling Program, taking another step towards building fully energy efficient communities. “CHBA supports leading-edge innovation in the
Heritage Park: On the Edge of Cottage Country
We at the Toronto Star's NewInHomes.com love when new home builders can recognize a great plot of land in an area that is known for its natural surroundings, and then design a community that complements it. We are seeing this with Lancaster Homes? commun
Phase 2 of South Coast Village is coming this May!
There are two reasons why Marz Homes’ South Coast Village community is top of mind at the moment; a new release is scheduled to launch this May and the community was just nominated for the Community Development Award by the Canadian Home Builders’
Fusion Homes unveils the Carmichael
Fusion Homes, named Ontario Builder of the Year by Tarion Warranty Corporation two years running, is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest model home in the master-planned Summerside community in London, Ontario.
Mattamy to Purchase Monarch in the New Year
On December 16, 2014, Mattamy Homes announced that they are purchasing Monarch Corporation, the Canadian division of US builder Taylor Morrison Home Corporation. The purchase price will be determined by Monarch’s December 31, 2014 balance sheet, but is
