CMHC increasing mortgage insurance premiums
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) just announced that it is increasing its mortgage loan insurance premiums, effective March 17, 2017. Don’t worry, it shouldn’t affect your ability to afford a home. Mortgage loan insurance is necessary
Condo Pro: Upgrade Wisley for Maximum Value
When you purchase a new condominium, one of the most exciting steps in your buying experience is your colour selection appointment. This is the time for you to choose from the wonderful features and finishes that truly transform your suite into your home.
Trimart: September as Strong as Expected
During the summer, Trimart predicted that September would be an extremely busy month for the new low-rise homes market - and it’s looking like they were right. Many areas of the Greater Toronto Area, such as Bradford and Scarborough, have seen an influx
JOY: Townhome Living in Kitchener
If a unique lifestyle in Kitchener is what you desire, then Branthaven Homes’ latest community, JOY, is a must see.What’s available at JOYAt JOY, Branthaven is offering 75 stunning townhome-condos. There is a number of 15’, 18’, and 21’ three-storey
Elvis has left the building — and it’s for sale!
Elvis has left the building! Actually, he left a long time ago, but now that building is for sale. That building, is Trousdale Estates, Elvis Presley’s former family home in Beverly Hills, where he lived with his wife, Priscilla, and his daughter, Lisa
February: Developers of Tomorrow
Our blog’s new theme for the month of February is “Developers of Tomorrow.”No, we’re not talking about welding by jetpack or hover-cranes (as awesome as that would be). We’ll be interviewing many of the home building industry’s newest, youngest, and
Winter Maintenance Checklist
From Granite HomesThe temperatures have dropped and the snow is falling…. Winter is here. Once again it is time to review your seasonal home maintenance checklist. It is important with the change of every season that you are aware of the items in and
Capital Hall Condos caters to university students in Ottawa
Developing new residential communities close to schools and university campuses isn’t a new thing, but Ashcroft Homes is taking this approach to a whole new level with Capital Hall Condominiums in Ottawa. We’re not experts in the way Canadian
The 10 most unaffordable major housing markets in the world
So, you think Toronto’s an expensive place to buy a home? Not according to the 13th Annual Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey: 2017. Hong Kong took the top position as the most unaffordable housing market, followed by Sydney,
Distinctive Style at Distinctive Appliances
As the cooler weather sets in, it’s time to gear up for the season of dinner parties. This year’s models of appliances feature next generation technology, with programmable functions for ultimate convenience, letting home chefs spend more time with
