Closing Costs: What you need to know
One often misunderstood concern when buying a new home involves closing costs. While incredibly important, your closing costs are something that can be easily understood and managed. Those who neglect to consider their closing costs however are bound for
Genworth Series:What is Mortgage Default Insurance
The amount of money you save for the down payment will determine whether you will require mortgage default insurance.
What another 4 years of John Tory means for Toronto real estate
It wasn’t exactly a tight race and I can’t say I’m surprised by the outcome. So, let’s take a look at what another four years of John Tory means for Toronto real estate.
Real estate forecast: What to expect in 2019
It’s a brand new year which, for many, signals a fresh start. Can the same be true for the Canadian real estate market, following the last tumultuous 12 months?
What does the summer hold for the new home market?
We say this every June – we can’t believe it’s almost summer! May already provided us with some blazing temperatures, and it’s supposed to get hotter over the next few months.
What to expect when your occupancy is approaching
If you’re a first-time buyer and your occupancy is quickly approaching, a whole series of things you’ve never had to deal with before are about to happen. There may be some stuff you don’t understand, and some of it can actually get confusing.
What does the Future Hold for 381 Yonge Street?
By Penny MunozRecently, the Yonge Street Mission (YSM) sold its founding location at 381 Yonge Street in Toronto. The agreement with the purchaser (a private equity real estate company) states a closing date of September 2016.Judy Hunter, Board Chair of
What Does 2015 Hold for the GTA’s New Home Market?
Welcome to 2015! Last year was very exciting for the new home industry; low-rise homes saw record highs for average pricing and the condo market saw record high sales. Builders and developers focused more on targeting first-time homebuyers and end-users,
What your property taxes pay for in the City of Toronto
Property taxes can be confusing. Fortunately, the City of Toronto has a Property Tax Calculator that actually shows how your money is being distributed to various services and infrastructure developments and maintenance.
What we learned about smart homes by talking to home builders
Throughout the month of August, we chatted with five home builders about the use of smart home technology, and we learned a lot.We had the chance to discuss smart homes with representatives from Branthaven Homes, Canderel, Heathwood Homes, Kylemore
