Did We Get It Wrong in the Last Election?
The last municipal election, which saw Rob Ford elected to the Mayor’s chair, highlighted the differences in needs between residents of the downtown core and those they considered the troglodytes in the former boroughs.In 2010, Rob Ford garnered 47
Dig-to-Done: B.streets Topped Off in Style!
August 21, 2013 was the big day - B.streets officially topped off, and in the most stylish of manners. Tuxedos, canes, and top hats, because why not?! It was great to see the Lindvest team having a little fun with their celebration.The above photo
Pruning 101: September is the best time to get this done!
I receive many questions from gardeners on the subject of pruning. Perhaps we know instinctively that this is an ideal time of year to get many of our plants under control and to encourage a raft of fresh new blossoms next year by pruning in early fall.
How Much Money Did the Average Canadian Household Save in 2013?
Recently, Bank of Montreal (BMO) released its second annual BMO Household Savings Report. Based on the polling of 1,002 Canadians conducted by Pollara, BMO highlights the average savings of Canadian households in 2013, how much we plan to save in 2014,
Does the strong rental demand mean it’s time to invest?
The Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) released its third quarter 2017 condo market figures, announcing significant year-over-year price growth and a drop in sales in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). “The condominium apartment market segment has exhibited
How does a condo attract end-users?
By: Sam ReissThe Toronto Dominion bank is warning that Canada is moderately “overbuilt.” TD Economist Francis Fong says the current pace of construction “well north” of the average rate of household formation; he says nation-wide it isn’t a problem, but
Does crime pay in real estate?
The Federal government is putting up for sale Hell’s Angels’ former clubhouse in Leslieville, and realtors are saying it could go for $700K. A bar, a meeting room, two bedrooms and fixer-upper pricing? What else could you want from a bunker?Leslieville
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.
You need to buy a home in Brantford before everyone else does
With home prices continuing to rise in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), many buyers are looking to other nearby markets for a wider selection of affordable options. Over the last couple years, we’ve noticed a gradual shift to Brantford, which has seen
What does the new mortgage rule mean for first-time buyers?
On October 17, 2016, most first-time buyers will have less borrowing power when it comes to being approved for a mortgage. Whenever less than 20% is put down on a home, the mortgage needs to be insured. The new rule states that every insured mortgage
