Tarion: How to Protect Your Home From the Elements this Spring
By TarionEven though your home braved the cold this winter, you should still be protecting it against the elements as the weather warms up. The ice storm in December has opened our eyes to the need to prepare our homes, and ourselves, for extreme weather
Only 30 Units Remaining at Minto Longbranch!
Since the last time we caught up with Minto at Minto Longbranch in Toronto, about 260 homes have sold! Following their success, they’ve decided to extend this community, expecting to release new product later on this summer.Having started off as a
Tarion: Getting to Know Your New Home
By TarionIf you’re like many new home buyers, you’ll likely drive or walk by your new home many times while it’s under construction, sharing photos of its progress along the way.The home building process is an exciting time and we know you can’t wait to
Fiera Collection Coming to Lincoln Square
Exciting news from one of Beamsville’s most highly anticipated and successful new communities - the Fiera Collection will soon be available at Homes By DeSantis’ Lincoln Square!Lincoln Square is currently under construction and first occupancy will take
VIDEO: Controlling Moisture in Your Home
Although it’s now officially spring, it’s still pretty cold out. Hopefully the warm weather will be here soon. With this winter being one of the coldest in recent history, a common issue for homeowners is related to excess moisture.Tarion Warranty
PART 2: Jason Lester Discusses Canary Park
In PART 1 of our interview with Jason Lester of Dundee Kilmer, we discussed the construction progress of Canary District. In PART 2, it’s all about Canary Park, the second residential phase of the Canary District master-plan!Canary Park is coming
Tarion: Research Your Builder Before Buying a New House
By TarionBuying a newly built home from a builder is different than purchasing a resale home. Your attention should be placed not only on the home itself, but also on the reputation of the builder.All new homes in Ontario come with a warranty that lasts
Detached Homes are Hot, Condos are Cool
Recently, TD Economics of the Toronto-Dominion Bank released a report outlining their analysis of the Greater Toronto Area’s (GTA) housing market. The report states that single detached homes are the “hottest” commodity, while the new condo market is
CMHC Increasing Mortgage Insurance Premiums
Effective May 1, 2014, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) will be increasing its mortgage insurance premiums after the annual review of their insurance product and capital requirements.Those affected include owner occupied units,
VIDEO: What Realtors Need to Know About Tarion
Tarion is a private corporation that regulates the new home industry, licenses new home builders and ensures homebuyers’ warranty rights. As industry professionals, Tarion is eager to work with realtors, so that homebuyers are familiar with their
