The Results of the 9th Annual Pug Awards
On June 26, 2013, the team at the Toronto Star's Newinhomes.com headed over to The Shops at Summer Hill to check out the 9th Annual Pug Awards.An all-star panel at the Pug AwardsThe ceremony kicked off with the famous "Pug Talks" forum. Gil Penalosa of
5 Tips to getting the most from your new home warranty
You've just purchased your new home and you're over the moon. There's new furniture to be bought, kids to settle in, and boxes to unpack, or hide. But what's that large envelope you tucked away in the kitchen drawer. That's your new home warranty and used
Construction Update: Sync Lofts by Streetcar Developments
Streetcar Developments has been pretty busy over the past few years, and has certainly found their niche in innovative, boutique style buildings - especially when developing high profile sites. Recently, we had the opportunity to tour Sync Lofts, one of
You need to buy a home in Brantford before everyone else does
With home prices continuing to rise in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), many buyers are looking to other nearby markets for a wider selection of affordable options. Over the last couple years, we’ve noticed a gradual shift to Brantford, which has seen
Georgian International’s Endless Summer Social was a huge success!
The Endless Summer Social is one of Simcoe County’s largest private events, and it’s all in an effort to raise $50,000 for Mariposa House Hospice. Georgian International has committed to donating $10,000 a year over five years.
Mudroom organization tips for when the cold hits
Is your mudroom or entry area ready for the impending chill that will soon take over the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and all of Southern Ontario? Soon there will be hats, scarves, gloves, mitts, boots and coats that will need a home. And you may have
New home sales in the Greater Toronto Area soar 123%
According to Altus Group, the Building Industry and Land Development Association’s trusted source for new home market intelligence, there were 3,853 new home sales in the Greater Toronto Area in April 2019, which is a 123% year-over-year increase.
Move Up the Condo Ladder
Recently, TD released a report saying they predicted a shift to a buyer’s market over the next 18 months, which will mean softer conditions for the condo market, i.e. more choice and better affordability. Economist Diana Petramala said its “knock-on
Canadian home sales increase for the sixth consecutive month
In August 2019, national home sales increased for the sixth month in a row, coming in 17% higher than the six-year low hit in February 2019. On a year-over-year basis, national sales jumped 5%, with significant activity in the Greater Toronto Area.
Condo Pro: The Sun Is Rising In The East!
Toronto is a remarkable city in so many ways. Over the past two decades, we have seen amazing changes and improvements to this world-class metropolis.