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As the time to head to the voting booths approaches rapidly, the policy platforms and plans are being released for each party. As housing and affordability are primary concerns this election cycle, the NDP released their plan for how they will tackle housing if they are elected. Read more ›
As the time to head to the voting booths approaches rapidly, the policy platforms and plans are being released for each party. As housing and affordability are primary concerns this election cycle, the NDP released their plan for how they will tackle housing if they are elected.
In continuation of our coverage of the election topic of housing in Canada, the Green Party’s platform for housing has a major focus on affordability and addressing the homelessness crises across Canada. Beginning with the basic premise that adequate housing is a fundamental right, the Green Party proposes a bold platform that is quite different from the main parties’ platforms. Read more ›
In continuation of our coverage of the election topic of housing in Canada, the Green Party’s platform for housing has a major focus on affordability and addressing the homelessness crises across Canada. Beginning with the basic premise that adequate housing is a fundamental right, the Green Party proposes a bold platform that is quite different from the main parties’ platforms.
did this style come about? If you’re looking to buy a home, do you have a “look” that you want in a house? In Toronto, there are so many different styles of residential homes, influenced by many different eras and architectural styles in history. Toronto’s architectural styles can be described as an eclectic combination of European, American, post-modern and modern architecture. While many iconic neighbourhoods are heavily inspired by either European or American architecture, a few styles have emerged to become Toronto’s iconic homes and houses. Read more ›
did this style come about? If you’re looking to buy a home, do you have a “look” that you want in a house? In Toronto, there are so many different styles of residential homes, influenced by many different eras and architectural styles in history. Toronto’s architectural styles can be described as an eclectic combination of European, American, post-modern and modern architecture. While many iconic neighbourhoods are heavily inspired by either European or American architecture, a few styles have emerged to become Toronto’s iconic homes and houses.
Parkdale is an incredible and eclectic neighbourhood in Toronto. It is located on the west end of downtown within the boundaries of Roncesvalles Avenue and Dufferin St, and Queen St down to Lake Ontario. It is known for its high-density residential apartments and has become one of the largest working-class neighbourhoods in Toronto, with its popularity for newcomers to Canada. Read more ›
Parkdale is an incredible and eclectic neighbourhood in Toronto. It is located on the west end of downtown within the boundaries of Roncesvalles Avenue and Dufferin St, and Queen St down to Lake Ontario. It is known for its high-density residential apartments and has become one of the largest working-class neighbourhoods in Toronto, with its popularity for newcomers to Canada.
With the Liberals releasing their bold and aggressive plan to tackle the housing market, the Conservatives have released their plan should they win the election. Among many issues that are hot during this election cycle, housing affordability and real estate is being talked about by all parties. Read more ›
With the Liberals releasing their bold and aggressive plan to tackle the housing market, the Conservatives have released their plan should they win the election. Among many issues that are hot during this election cycle, housing affordability and real estate is being talked about by all parties.
Housing affordability is a huge topic in this election cycle. It’s no wonder with housing prices rising across the country including Toronto’s average home price breezing over $1 million. Last Tuesday, the Liberals unveiled their ambitious new housing plan on their campaign trail. Read more ›
Housing affordability is a huge topic in this election cycle. It’s no wonder with housing prices rising across the country including Toronto’s average home price breezing over $1 million. Last Tuesday, the Liberals unveiled their ambitious new housing plan on their campaign trail.
Great news for Toronto owners and landlords! Bidding wars for rentals are becoming a new norm in the GTA. Read more ›
Great news for Toronto owners and landlords! Bidding wars for rentals are becoming a new norm in the GTA.
consumer debt as well as gauging their ability to afford bills, handle unexpected expenses and interest rate changes without becoming insolvent. It is a great way to estimate financial pressure for Canadians. This recent report is the seventeenth edition of the MNP Consumer Debt Index and contains information sourced in June 2021 from a survey of 2,002 Canadian adults. Read more ›
consumer debt as well as gauging their ability to afford bills, handle unexpected expenses and interest rate changes without becoming insolvent. It is a great way to estimate financial pressure for Canadians. This recent report is the seventeenth edition of the MNP Consumer Debt Index and contains information sourced in June 2021 from a survey of 2,002 Canadian adults.
t’s almost impossible not to find your perfect ‘hood. But with a competitive market and rising prices, how do you balance affordability with your needs and wants? Toronto’s average price tag reached $1.1 million for homes last month according to the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB). And these figures have been increasing, on average, 0.9% per month since July 2020. Read more ›
t’s almost impossible not to find your perfect ‘hood. But with a competitive market and rising prices, how do you balance affordability with your needs and wants? Toronto’s average price tag reached $1.1 million for homes last month according to the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB). And these figures have been increasing, on average, 0.9% per month since July 2020.
percentage of homeowners under 35 own more than one property. While this is by no means the majority of people, it is an interesting statistic. Read more ›
percentage of homeowners under 35 own more than one property. While this is by no means the majority of people, it is an interesting statistic.
On July 1, 2020, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, CMHC, reviewed it’s underwriting rules. It decided to unilaterally tighten its underwriting rules which, as the #1 default insurer, made it much more difficult for people who carried higher than average debt to get approved for a mortgage. Read more ›
On July 1, 2020, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, CMHC, reviewed it’s underwriting rules. It decided to unilaterally tighten its underwriting rules which, as the #1 default insurer, made it much more difficult for people who carried higher than average debt to get approved for a mortgage.
Multiplexes are an incredible investment. There are so many benefits to a multi-family home over a single-family home. While there are many benefits and advantages to owning a multiplex as an income property, investors need to be aware of the maintenance costs associated with these types of properties. Read more ›
Multiplexes are an incredible investment. There are so many benefits to a multi-family home over a single-family home. While there are many benefits and advantages to owning a multiplex as an income property, investors need to be aware of the maintenance costs associated with these types of properties.
The Annex is one of Toronto’s most hip and chic neighbourhoods. Spanning from Bloor St up to Dupont St and from Bathurst St to Avenue Rd, it is popular as a student quarter thanks to it bordering the University of Toronto. There’s plenty to do here and it’s a great place to live especially if you’re an artist or creative! Read more ›
The Annex is one of Toronto’s most hip and chic neighbourhoods. Spanning from Bloor St up to Dupont St and from Bathurst St to Avenue Rd, it is popular as a student quarter thanks to it bordering the University of Toronto. There’s plenty to do here and it’s a great place to live especially if you’re an artist or creative!
You’ve likely read plenty of headlines proclaiming that doom and gloom is on its way for Canada’s white-hot real estate market. Many pessimistic authors are warning us of the impending bubble burst that is soon to come. But is it really going to happen? Read more ›
You’ve likely read plenty of headlines proclaiming that doom and gloom is on its way for Canada’s white-hot real estate market. Many pessimistic authors are warning us of the impending bubble burst that is soon to come. But is it really going to happen?
It is a rare occurrence to find such a gem in Toronto that is the perfect solution to today’s tumultuous environment. 122 Crawford St is the perfect example of the kind of property everyone in Toronto should aspire to buy. Though we sold it earlier this month, it is a fine example of the type of property Leonard loves. Read more ›
It is a rare occurrence to find such a gem in Toronto that is the perfect solution to today’s tumultuous environment. 122 Crawford St is the perfect example of the kind of property everyone in Toronto should aspire to buy. Though we sold it earlier this month, it is a fine example of the type of property Leonard loves.
On April 21, 2021, the Bank of Canada announced that it was keeping its key interest rate at 0.25% with the Bank Rate at 0.50% and the deposit rate at 0.25%. BOC announced that they will continue to keep rates low until inflation returns to its sustainable 2% target. But are interest rates going to rise? Read more ›
On April 21, 2021, the Bank of Canada announced that it was keeping its key interest rate at 0.25% with the Bank Rate at 0.50% and the deposit rate at 0.25%. BOC announced that they will continue to keep rates low until inflation returns to its sustainable 2% target. But are interest rates going to rise?
Vendor Take Back Deals, also known as VTBs and Seller Take Back Mortgages and Reverse Mortgages, is a unique and rare type of deal in real estate. Though rare, it can be great for both the buyer and the seller in a transaction when compared to traditional real estate transactions. We’ll go through what a VTB is, how it works as well as show you an example of a VTB deal. Read more ›
Vendor Take Back Deals, also known as VTBs and Seller Take Back Mortgages and Reverse Mortgages, is a unique and rare type of deal in real estate. Though rare, it can be great for both the buyer and the seller in a transaction when compared to traditional real estate transactions. We’ll go through what a VTB is, how it works as well as show you an example of a VTB deal.
The Toronto real estate market is as hot as ever and prices are skyrocketing as competition only gets more fierce. Bidding wars are common and offer nights can be overwhelming. It’s common to see many buyers opting out and holding off from buying at the moment. But there’s always a cost to waiting. Read more ›
The Toronto real estate market is as hot as ever and prices are skyrocketing as competition only gets more fierce. Bidding wars are common and offer nights can be overwhelming. It’s common to see many buyers opting out and holding off from buying at the moment. But there’s always a cost to waiting.
Bidding wars are common in the Toronto real estate market. With such intense competition and limited supply, buyers are willing to go above and beyond to secure their homes. If you find yourself in a bidding war, here are a couple of things you should keep in mind if you want to come out on top. Read more ›
Bidding wars are common in the Toronto real estate market. With such intense competition and limited supply, buyers are willing to go above and beyond to secure their homes. If you find yourself in a bidding war, here are a couple of things you should keep in mind if you want to come out on top.
The pandemic has created a frenzy in the Toronto real estate market. Demand has increased to a level that has fuelled skyrocketing prices in an already inflated market. Supply is incredibly outpaced despite the fact that listings have increased year on year. March in 2021 was no different. Read more ›
The pandemic has created a frenzy in the Toronto real estate market. Demand has increased to a level that has fuelled skyrocketing prices in an already inflated market. Supply is incredibly outpaced despite the fact that listings have increased year on year. March in 2021 was no different.
Selling your home is a lot of things: exciting, stressful, rewarding and a lot of hard work. Getting your home ready for sale is something that all sellers need to be prepared for and every house has a different level of intensity in this endeavour. You want your home to be absolutely stunning to wow potential buyers as well as get your desired sale price. Home improvements can be a great way to achieve this but sellers beware, there are many pitfalls when it comes to these renovations for your soon-to-be sold home. If you’re not careful, you may find you cost yourself more on improvements than adding value to your home. Here are 6 home improvements you’ll probably want to avoid when preparing your home for sale. Read more ›
Selling your home is a lot of things: exciting, stressful, rewarding and a lot of hard work. Getting your home ready for sale is something that all sellers need to be prepared for and every house has a different level of intensity in this endeavour. You want your home to be absolutely stunning to wow potential buyers as well as get your desired sale price. Home improvements can be a great way to achieve this but sellers beware, there are many pitfalls when it comes to these renovations for your soon-to-be sold home. If you’re not careful, you may find you cost yourself more on improvements than adding value to your home. Here are 6 home improvements you’ll probably want to avoid when preparing your home for sale.
Competition has been a defining trend in Toronto’s real estate market for decades now. The supply is never enough for the constant demand for housing. As we’ve mentioned many times before, this has driven the prices in Toronto sky high forcing even fiercer competition and regular bidding wars on many properties. With so many buyers vying for their new home, it’s common to lose on offer night. An occurrence that often repeats for many buyers. How is it possible to stay positive in such a fierce and competitive market? Read more ›
Competition has been a defining trend in Toronto’s real estate market for decades now. The supply is never enough for the constant demand for housing. As we’ve mentioned many times before, this has driven the prices in Toronto sky high forcing even fiercer competition and regular bidding wars on many properties. With so many buyers vying for their new home, it’s common to lose on offer night. An occurrence that often repeats for many buyers. How is it possible to stay positive in such a fierce and competitive market?
Want an amazing luxury townhouse with the functionality of working from home in an executive office? Look no further than 2 Oriole Road. With 3 oversized bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this townhouse also has a separate above ground bachelor apartment … Property Spotlight: 2 Oriole Road Read More »
Want an amazing luxury townhouse with the functionality of working from home in an executive office? Look no further than 2 Oriole Road. With 3 oversized bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this townhouse also has a separate above ground bachelor apartment …
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Home buyers in Toronto better be prepared as prices continue to surge. The Toronto Real Estate Board expects home prices to rise by 10% this year, leading to the average home price to surpass $1 million by the end of 2021. As with a higher price, the down payment required to purchase a home will climb even higher, leaving many unable to enter the market. Affordability issues aren’t anything new to Toronto but it’s important to look at the gravity of the situation. Read more ›
Home buyers in Toronto better be prepared as prices continue to surge. The Toronto Real Estate Board expects home prices to rise by 10% this year, leading to the average home price to surpass $1 million by the end of 2021. As with a higher price, the down payment required to purchase a home will climb even higher, leaving many unable to enter the market. Affordability issues aren’t anything new to Toronto but it’s important to look at the gravity of the situation.
We talked a few weeks ago about the new legislative changes that have allowed Toronto to build and construct laneway houses as a much needed action against the city’s housing crisis as well as an opportunity for investors and home-owners to dramatically increase the value of their properties. Today we wanted to share some success stories with you from around Toronto. Read more ›
We talked a few weeks ago about the new legislative changes that have allowed Toronto to build and construct laneway houses as a much needed action against the city’s housing crisis as well as an opportunity for investors and home-owners to dramatically increase the value of their properties. Today we wanted to share some success stories with you from around Toronto.
2020 was a year of unprecedented highs and lows across the board. In real estate, we experienced a huge jump in transactions and saw our rental market in Toronto go through an interesting change. A report detailing the Q4 rental market results in 2020 was released by Urbanation, a consulting and reporting firm for the GTA condominium and rental markets. Read more ›
2020 was a year of unprecedented highs and lows across the board. In real estate, we experienced a huge jump in transactions and saw our rental market in Toronto go through an interesting change. A report detailing the Q4 rental market results in 2020 was released by Urbanation, a consulting and reporting firm for the GTA condominium and rental markets.
Landlords, investors and property managers have reservations about the looming eviction ban. Ontario declared its second state of emergency and issued a stay-at-home order effective January 14. With many new restrictions and many people unable to return to work in the current, there are many ambiguities and questions from landlords and tenants alike. Read more ›
Landlords, investors and property managers have reservations about the looming eviction ban. Ontario declared its second state of emergency and issued a stay-at-home order effective January 14. With many new restrictions and many people unable to return to work in the current, there are many ambiguities and questions from landlords and tenants alike.
Welcome to 2021! A new year with a plethora of opportunities waiting! Time to start fresh and leave the challenges of 2020 behind, right? Well, yes and no. As we welcome in the new year, it may be tempting to pretend like 2020 never happened. Read more ›
Welcome to 2021! A new year with a plethora of opportunities waiting! Time to start fresh and leave the challenges of 2020 behind, right? Well, yes and no. As we welcome in the new year, it may be tempting to pretend like 2020 never happened.
You’ve seen beautiful, pristine homes plastered everywhere. On real estate sites, Facebook, Instagram, magazines and television – they’re everywhere. The homes look amazing and probably cost a lot. Well, that’s the point. They are made to look that way. Staging is the process of decorating, styling, rearranging furniture, painting, designing and dressing up a home to make it look amazing for listing photos and visits from potential buyers. Read more ›
You’ve seen beautiful, pristine homes plastered everywhere. On real estate sites, Facebook, Instagram, magazines and television – they’re everywhere. The homes look amazing and probably cost a lot. Well, that’s the point. They are made to look that way. Staging is the process of decorating, styling, rearranging furniture, painting, designing and dressing up a home to make it look amazing for listing photos and visits from potential buyers.
December 2020 marks the closing of an unprecedented and unpredictable year. Despite the global pandemic, competition for residential real estate is still as heated as ever in Toronto and the wider Ontario markets. Today we decided to have a look at Ontario’s different real estate markets and see how 2020 fared amidst a tumultuous and challenging year. Read more ›
December 2020 marks the closing of an unprecedented and unpredictable year. Despite the global pandemic, competition for residential real estate is still as heated as ever in Toronto and the wider Ontario markets. Today we decided to have a look at Ontario’s different real estate markets and see how 2020 fared amidst a tumultuous and challenging year.
A new rental trend may be emerging in Toronto. Laneway housing, also known as garden suites, are beginning to make an appearance in the neighbourhoods of Toronto. Since 2018, when Toronto went ahead and approved the by-laws for laneway housing, development began on new suites. Read more ›
A new rental trend may be emerging in Toronto. Laneway housing, also known as garden suites, are beginning to make an appearance in the neighbourhoods of Toronto. Since 2018, when Toronto went ahead and approved the by-laws for laneway housing, development began on new suites.
Real estate can seem like an impossible feat for many younger entrepreneurs and prospective investors. With Toronto’s skyrocketing prices, the average age of first time home buyers reaching 36, lack of housing supply and stringent requirements on mortgage applications, things may seem grim. But it’s not all doom and gloom. There’s so many opportunities available even if you are younger than the average real estate investor. In fact, there are plenty of reasons to argue that you should invest as young as possible. Here are some reasons why it’s never too early to invest in real estate. Read more ›
Real estate can seem like an impossible feat for many younger entrepreneurs and prospective investors. With Toronto’s skyrocketing prices, the average age of first time home buyers reaching 36, lack of housing supply and stringent requirements on mortgage applications, things may seem grim. But it’s not all doom and gloom. There’s so many opportunities available even if you are younger than the average real estate investor. In fact, there are plenty of reasons to argue that you should invest as young as possible. Here are some reasons why it’s never too early to invest in real estate.
We are experiencing a transitional time not just in real estate and the workplace but in a broader cultural paradigm. A metamorphosis of sorts. It’s hard to predict what our landscape will look like at the end of all this as it is unlikely to go back to what we perceived as normal. As we look to the future, we can only speculate what the new normal will be. Read more ›
We are experiencing a transitional time not just in real estate and the workplace but in a broader cultural paradigm. A metamorphosis of sorts. It’s hard to predict what our landscape will look like at the end of all this as it is unlikely to go back to what we perceived as normal. As we look to the future, we can only speculate what the new normal will be.
Real estate investing can be a risky market but it’s full of opportunities. Sometimes true success comes from taking a risk and going against the grain. It’s situations like these that contrarian thinking comes into play. Read more ›
Real estate investing can be a risky market but it’s full of opportunities. Sometimes true success comes from taking a risk and going against the grain. It’s situations like these that contrarian thinking comes into play.
I’ve been in the real estate business for over 25 years. During this time I’ve learned a lot and have become a well-known figure especially in the sale and purchase of multiplex properties. Read more ›
I’ve been in the real estate business for over 25 years. During this time I’ve learned a lot and have become a well-known figure especially in the sale and purchase of multiplex properties.
1. Your Selling Strategy First and foremost, one of the most important steps in selling your property is to choose your selling strategy. You need to do this before anything else. Your property is unique and you will need to … Why Sell With Fridman? Read More »
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Roncesvalles Village, locally called ‘Roncy’, is a beautiful charming neighbourhood to call home in Toronto. Read more ›
Roncesvalles Village, locally called ‘Roncy’, is a beautiful charming neighbourhood to call home in Toronto.
Co-housing, Cooperative, Co-living and Co-ownership are all different terms that are often confused. With many misconceptions and misunderstandings causing the words to blend together, it’s hard to find clarity in the mess of business jargon and legal terms. Cohousing Cohousing … Clarifying Co-Ownership Read More »
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The Upper Beaches or ‘The Beaches’ is one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Toronto’s east end. Read more ›
The Upper Beaches or ‘The Beaches’ is one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Toronto’s east end.
Introduction Little Italy is one of Toronto’s trendiest spots for dining, shopping and bars. While its not as predominantly Italian and Portuguese as it was in previous decades, it still holds a traditional, Mediterranean vibe. If you want some of … Neighbourhood Spotlight: Little Italy Read More »
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There’s more to being a landlord than just collecting rent. Real estate investment is very hands-on and requires a lot of work on your part. Many decisions need to be made based on how you want to manage your property. … The Secret To Being A Good Landlord Read More »
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