VIDEO: Major Structural Defects in Your Home
Tarion Warranty Corporation provides new homeowners with protection against major structural defects, but what qualifies? This informative video will help you understand Tarion’s Major Structural Defect policy, covering where to find details, how to gain
We are on the verge of a land use revolution!
A couple of recent developments have again shed light on the future use of land, and as seems to be the case in most futuristic developments, the roles predict a different reality than what we’re seeing today.The first, and closest to home, is the
Tarion’s 35 Year History
So, how many people out there actually understand what the Tarion Warranty Corporation is? To put it simply, Tarion protects the rights of new home buyers and regulates new home builders.Tarion’s Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act outlines the
Grove at Grand Bay by BIG Architects
Occassionally on the HomesAndCondosBlog, we take a step back from examining local architects’ designs, and check out what some of our favourite international architects are up to. This week, we visited BIG Architects’ website, and lucky us, we found a
Property Show Fall 2014 Promo Code: NEWINHOMES
Who’s getting excited for the upcoming Property Show Fall 2014? What? You can’t spare the $20 for a ticket? Just use our promo code (NEWINHOMES) for a 100% discount. That’s right, you can go for free!CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR FREE TICKETThis biannual
We have to improve housing affordability for future generations
I’m sensing a lot of negativity these days - not just in the housing market, but all around the world and close to home. And you know what? I’m tired. Thank goodness the Canada Day Long weekend is coming up.
Toronto Development Charges Increasing
It’s a new year - you know what that means? Development Charges (DCs) are going to see another jump soon. For many years, fluctuating DCs have been a hot topic in the Greater Toronto Area’s (GTA) new home market scene, mostly because it affects
If Toronto property taxes spike should the municipal land transfer tax be eliminated?
Ever since a new report came out about how there’s room to increase Toronto’s residential property taxes, I’ve seen a lot of different opinions surface. Here’s what I think...
The Sky Penthouses at Pinnacle’s 33 Bay
No matter how many times we check out Pinnacle’s 33 Bay, we are always amazed by what they have to show us. This week, we headed across the street to learn more about Pinnacle’s newly completed penthouses, ones with some sweet, flowing floorplans,
TARION: Understanding the Condominium Unit Warranty
By TarionThe warranty for your individual condo unit is separate from that of shared common elements. As the homeowner, it is your responsibility to understand and manage the warranty that comes with your individual condo unit. Here’s what you need to
