I came across a New York Times article recently about how Microsoft is pledging $500 million towards the development of affordable housing in Seattle. This got me thinking about the tech boom in Toronto and our affordable housing issue.
The 15th Annual Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey: 2019 was recently released, rating middle-income housing affordability with third quarter 2018 data. Once again, Toronto is found among the least affordable cities in the world.
So, you’ve decided to move during the winter, or maybe your new construction home is ready for occupancy and the builder has told you when you have to move in, and it’s in the middle of February.
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There are a few reasons to be excited about Rankin Construction Inc.’s new Royal Port condo development in the Port Dalhousie area of St. Catharines.
Smart home technology has made it much easier for homeowners to set up audio and video surveillance, so when you’re walking through a potential home with your agent, gushing about how you’re willing to pay way more is probably a bad idea.
The province of Ontario is looking for some fresh ideas for the Ontario Place development. What do you picture being at this site? The goal is to transform Ontario Place into a year-round attraction for local and international visitors.
The Report covers the GTA, Vancouver, Montreal, and Calgary. Vancouver’s top-tier market is expected to pick up steam this spring. Montreal will remain steady and strong, and the GTA is staying resilient. All good news. We can’t say the same for Calgary.
It was recently announced that RIU Hotels & Resorts will be opening a two-tower project in Toronto’s Financial District! The spanish company has resorts around the world, and this will be their first in Canada.
The Canadian Real Estate Association released its national home sales results for December 2018, marking the fourth consecutive monthly decline in sales activity.
The province of Ontario has shared its proposed changes to the Growth Plan to gain feedback from the public. Soon after the changes were shared, the Ontario Home Builders’ Association expressed their support of the proposed amendment.
At the end of 2018, I wrote about the idea of reducing or repealing the mortgage stress test. Now I want to suggest some possible amendments that would make the stress test more fair now that interest rates are rising and home prices are still high.
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We recently stumbled upon the Taipei Twin Towers proposal by MVRDV, and while we’re not exactly experts on Taiwan real estate, we felt compelled to write about this innovative design.
The results of the Royal LePage House Price Survey were recently released, and it looks like market confidence in the Greater Toronto Area remained steady through the fourth quarter of 2018.
Urbanation, a leading resource for Greater Toronto Area condo and rental market intelligence, released its year-end 2018 rental market results at the end of last week.
We recently posted about smart home products that we think will become more common in households in 2019. Then we checked out some of the finds at CES 2019, and we found many other exciting innovations. So, we thought we’d share a few of our favourites!
Is Toronto real estate no longer the sound investment it was long considered to be? To find out, Zoocasa compared the market’s year-over-year performance to that of three popular investments.
You thought first-time buyers had it tough in 2018 - it’s looking like 2019 may be even harder on singles and couples looking to step onto the homeownership ladder.
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation released its housing starts results for December 2018, reporting an elevated annual level when compared to historical averages.
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada just released its Top-Tier Real Estate Report, a bi-annual study reporting on $1 million+ home sales activity in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, and the Greater Toronto Area.
It looks like we’re in for another year of strong activity in the high-end condo market. Sotheby’s International Realty Canada released its Top-Tier Real Estate Report today, predicting sellers’ market conditions in the condo market.
Unfortunately, there are many concerns that parents have with condo living, and we’re highlighting some of them with the hopes that it draws attention to a few things that may need to change if condos are ever to be considered ideal family housing.
Do you know a home builder, supplier, or any other new home industry leader that deserves recognition for their commitment to energy efficiency? Then you should nominate them for the EQ Awards!
Condo amenities of the future. Here are a few ideas that seem possible given the rapidly increasing prevalence of the Internet of Things, robotics, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality.
We chatted with Ben Myers, President of Bullpen Research & Consulting Inc., to learn more about what’s in the cards for 2019. We touch on rising rates, the stress test, the rental market, soaring home prices, and more.
The Toronto Real Estate Board released its resale market results for December 2018, as well as a few stats about 2018 as a whole. Overall, we can’t say we’re surprised by the numbers.
We’re not a tech hub where you’ll find the latest products, but in the spirit of the new year, we want to explore some of the smart home technology you may see more of in the coming months.
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?
Have you made any New Year’s resolutions yet? A big one for many people is to buy a new home (or buy their first home). It’s easier said than done, especially in select markets across the Greater Toronto Area.
Last year was a time of market cooling with rising interest rates and new government regulations. It was a rocky year. Sales weren’t that strong, supply didn’t exactly skyrocket, and prices remained high. What does 2019 hold for the real estate market?
If you’re thinking of putting together a super last minute New Year's Eve bash at your place, we have a few tips for you.
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You’ll soon have six reasons to head down to the beach in Toronto this winter. The winners of the fifth annual Winter Stations Design Competition have been announced!
Along with new technologies and concepts, designers also reintroduced past trends. Here are some trends that made an impact in the interior design world this past year!
The Building Industry and Land Development Association released its monthly results for the Greater Toronto Area’s new home market, reporting that the number of sales and openings are back on track for November 2018.
Activity varied from market to market, but overall, sales were down in Ontario for both resale and new construction. With that in mind, we want to take a look at a few more housing moves the government made this year, which will surely impact 2019.
This is it - my final article of the year. As I look back on 2018, there are many highlights, but also a few lowlights. Without further ado, I’d like you to join me in my reflection of the year and the new home industry.
A recent rental report highlights the most expensive places to rent in Canada, and you won’t be surprised to hear that Ontario markets dominate the list.
