MARK CULLEN: Harvest Time
By Mark CullenI am always happy to hear from gardeners who have jumped on the ‘grow your own’ band wagon. Many first-time veggie gardeners are contacting me to find out what to do with their abundance of tomatoes, squash, carrots and the like. “What
Penny Lane Estates: A Success!
We at the Toronto Star's NewInHomes.com are very pleased to announce that one of Landmart Homes' latest developments, Penny Lane Estates, has been very successful since its opening - so successful that they are currently planning phase two!
Families Helping Families - How OPUS Homes Gives Back to the Community!
Marie Fiorellino-Di Poce, ETA Vaughan meets with Andrea DeGasperis-Ronco, of OPUS Homes.From OPUS HomesWhen OPUS Homes opened its’ doors in 2010, they wanted to give homeowners a different experience, one that they could truly feel proud to be part of.
Infographic: The Ontario markets where you’ll pay the most land transfer tax
While the affordability of local real estate, property tax, and neighbourhood amenities are obvious considerations, there’s one oft-overlooked factor that can add thousands of dollars to your closing costs: land transfer tax.
7 amazing treehouses that you wish you had
For most children, a backyard treehouse is a dream come true, but many people will go their whole childhood without one. Some carry the dream into adulthood and go on to build amazing treehouses that exude youthful whimsy and imaginative architecture.
New Renders of Ten York Released!
With the start of the industry’s busy fall season, comes some premium launches in Toronto. One development that’s been on our radar in the past six months is Ten York, a joint project between the City and our friends at Tridel. The initial details for
Tarion Receives Excellence in Governance Award
On August 18, 2013, the Canadian Society of Corporate Secretaries (CSCS) opened their 15th annual corporate governance conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia with the presentation of the first ever Excellence in Governance Awards. And, Tarion Warranty
Condo Pro: The Ongoing Greening of Condos
By Barbara LawlorWhen we think of the buzzword “green” in new condominiums, the first things that comes to mind is not the colour, but items such as green roofs and energy-efficient windows. There are many smart technologies and environmentally friendly
Affordable townhomes continue to be a hot item in the new low-rise market
According to Trimart Research Corporation’s latest report, there were 6,573 new low-rise sales across the Total Market Area (TMA) in the first quarter of 2016, which is a 19.9% year-over-year increase. There were many new openings and releases in the
Revealing the Truth about Canada’s Housing Market
Where is Canada’s housing market really headed? Some people say “boom,” while others declare “bust.” One individual that has a firm grasp on what the future may hold for the new home industry and the country’s real estate market is Ben Myers, Senior VP,
