What I think of the federal parties’ housing promises
I’m feeling optimistic with all leading federal parties prioritizing housing issues leading up to the October 21 election. Remember, do your research before heading to the polls!
Is Toronto really at risk of a housing bubble burst?
Looks like Toronto is in housing bubble trouble again, according to the 2019 UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index. Apparently, Toronto is at greater bubble risk than Hong Kong or Vancouver.
Toronto doesn’t have nearly enough rental units to meet demand
You think Toronto’s residential rental market is tight now? According to a recent report from the Royal Bank of Canada, the demand for rent is only going to get stronger, and there’s not enough inventory to accommodate it.
Time to get serious about preparing your home for the fall season
It’s the first of October - can you believe Thanksgiving is just two weeks away?! Now is the perfect time to get an early start on your fall home maintenance, especially if you didn’t get a lot done last month.
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The winners of the OHBA 2019 Awards of Distinction!
The winners of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association 2019 Awards of Distinction have been announced, with Tridel winning the Ontario Home Builder of the Year award for the fourth time!
Grand Opening of Courts of Canterbury in Port Perry this weekend!
We have extremely exciting news - the grand opening of Geranium’s Courts of Canterbury in Port Perry is this weekend! You do not want to miss this opportunity.
Federal parties outline ways to improve housing in Canada
The Toronto Real Estate Board recently announced that they are “encouraged” by the federal parties’ focus on housing issues, but there’s a bit more to the story than meets the eye.
How to prepare for final closing on your pre-construction condo
Through the stages of development of your pre-construction condo, perhaps the most crucial is the transition from interim occupancy to final closing. The most important of the moving pieces to have in place during this transition is your financing.
Ontario proposes new administrative authority to help increase housing supply
In an effort to speed up the construction of new housing, the province of Ontario is proposing the creation of a new administrative authority to conduct and oversee building services.
What first-timers should know about changes to the Home Buyers’ Plan
Thinking of breaking into the Canadian housing market for the first time? Chances are, you’re doing your research and looking into every possible tax break and incentive available to help financially ease your transition into home ownership.
