Corey Brown of ICON Homes
Hero name: Director of ConstructionAllegiance: ICON HomesSecret Identity: Corey BrownAge: 27Time Active: 5 yearsOrigin Story:Like many young builders, Corey grew up in a homebuilding family, which ultimately lead to his passion for the business! His
'We already have a high capital gains tax': Bob Finnigan
For our second Q&A regarding different cooling strategies for the GTA housing market, we caught up with Bob Finnigan, President, Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) and COO, Acquisitions & Housing, Herity, to see what he thinks about some
Industry Profile: Bob Finnigan
Bob Finnigan is one busy man. Not only is he the head of the Ontario Home Builders Association, he is also the Chief Operating Officer at Heathwood Homes. Recently he took time out of his busy schedule to discuss the role of the OHBA, what he views as is
Community Building Beyond Bricks and Mortar
I?m proud to be a member of Canada?s home-building industry, and it bothers me when builders are portrayed in the media as greedy bad guys concerned only with our own bottom lines.
OHBA and Liberals Aim to Improve College of Trades
Following the Liberals’ majority win earlier this month, Newinhomes.com caught up with CEO of the Ontario Home Builders Association (OHBA), Joe Vaccaro to see how he suspects the housing industry will be affected. Optimistically, as many leaders are in
Kylemore celebrates 20th anniversary in the Year of the Rooster!
Last week, Kylemore Communities kicked off their 20th year in style, celebrating the Year of the Rooster! Markham-based builder, Kylemore, is well known for their master-planned, award-winning Angus Glen community, which consists of low-rise homes, two
6 questions you should ask when visiting a new home sales centre
There are many new home openings and releases scheduled for September and October across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and beyond. If you’re hunting for a new home, you will likely attend an opening or two. Every builder or developer will have their own
TARION: Home Buying 101
By TarionYou’ve researched your builder, visited the model and found the right home for you. What comes next? Buying a new home is an exciting time, but can also be overwhelming if you’re unfamiliar with the new home buying process and terminology. So
Slow and Steady in the New Low-Rise Scene
According to Trimart Research Corporation, healthy economic growth is forecasted for 2015, so sales should be steady at least through the first quarter of the year. The holiday season was slow, but as builders of new low-rise communities hit the drawing
2013 Industry Awards Recap
The Massey Tower by MOD Developments What better way to kick off our “Best of 2013” theme than to highlight some of this year’s award winners?The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) Awards of Distinction and the Building Industry and Land
