See how much government fees increase new homes prices in the Greater Toronto Area
There’s been a lot of focus recently on the lack of supply and strong demand driving up home prices in the Greater Toronto Area, but there are other factors to consider: government fees, taxes, and charges.
What is a home equity line of credit and how does it work?
If you currently own a home, you should look into a home equity line of credit. There are a number of reasons why it would make sense for you to take advantage of this product that most major lenders offer.
How 3D technology affects the world of home improvement
If you've been contemplating a home improvement project but are concerned that the process will be too challenging or the end result not what you envisioned, you may be pleasantly surprised at how much has changed in the industry.Years ago, before anyone
How will cannabis legalization affect Toronto real estate?
Recreational cannabis will be legal in Ontario next month. In my circles, there’s either a positive or neutral stance on the matter, for the most part. As the hype builds, I can’t help but wonder how it will affect the Toronto real estate market.
How to help Toronto’s homeless this holiday season
All year, we focus on helping you find a new home in the Greater Toronto Area and beyond, so we want to take a moment to fill you in on how you can support the homeless this holiday season - especially since we just had an extreme cold weather alert.
How to plan the perfect end-of-summer glamping staycation
For anyone not familiar with the term glamping, it is a way to enjoy the outdoors in luxury. Since summer is coming to an end and the kids are about to go back to school, I thought it would be fun to give you some ideas on how to set up the backyard for
How the West Might be Won
Not that long ago, Liberty Village was an industrial enclave with a decent pool hall and not much else to do. Actually, I don’t remember anyone even calling it Liberty Village. It was just “that area by King and Strachan” or “over near Fort York.”Fort
How to Prevent Ice Damming on Your New Home
The temperature is rapidly dropping, and the Weather Network is predicting a lot of snow and a deep freeze for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) later this week. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Canadian winter without a few big dumps of snow. We recently posted
How to interpret neighbourhood red flags
Thinking of moving to a new, unfamiliar neighbourhood? There are a few red flags you should watch out for, but that said, the scenario is different when you’re considering buying in a neighbourhood with a new construction development underway.First of
How to choose a new furnace for your home
Everyone likes to feel comfortable in their own home. With the arrival of fall, thoughts turn to preparing for winter. And in Canada, winter means heating. In this interview, an expert from the Master Group shares advice on how to choose a new furnace
