A TRYING OCTOBER – WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
The housing market in the GTA faced some challenges in October 2023. The main issue was the lack of affordability, which made it difficult for many potential home buyers to make a purchase. Due to this and the uncertainty, the sales decreased slightly compared to the previous year’s same period. However, the selling prices continued […]
WHY MAKING MAJOR UPGRADES CAN BACKFIRE WHEN YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR HOUSE
Improving your home to match your family’s preferences and needs is a great idea, but it’s important to consider the changes you make carefully. Some renovations may not provide a good return on investment when you eventually decide to sell the property, and others may even make it more difficult to find a buyer. By […]
A FAST-PACED NOVEMBER: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
The Toronto Real Estate Board reported a 14.2 per cent increase in sales in November 2019 compared to November 2018. With reports of 7,090 sales throughout November, sales were up year-over-year as a result in all segments of the market. Moreover, the number of new listings entered into TREB’s MLS System in November 2019 compared […]
Your Guide to Lawrence Park
Urban neighbourhoods don’t get more idyllic than Lawrence Park. Blessed with natural beauty and charming historic homes, this garden suburb provides a level of tranquility that’s hard to find elsewhere in Toronto. While the area is generally quiet, a central location and proximity to top-notch amenities prevent it from ever getting dull. If you’re looking […]
The Top Private Schools in Toronto
Like a good real estate investment, finding the top school for your child requires well-honed research and the help of local professionals. Luckily, our city is home to some of the most highly-rated private schools in the area, province, and even the country. To narrow in on the right choice for your family, consider these 5 top private […]
Your Guide to Rosedale
It’s fitting that an area as picturesque as Rosedale Toronto was named after wild roses, which once grew around the estate of one of its most notable residents. Settled in 1820, this upscale neighbourhood is one of the oldest suburbs in Toronto. Distinguished by lush greenery and gorgeous period homes, Rosedale is home to many […]
An Indicative January: What’s Happening in Toronto’s Market?
2017’s record-breaking January stays on top This January was nothing to sneeze at – but it wasn’t quite enough to unseat 2017’s January as one of the busiest sales months ever. That isn’t to say that this January had nothing going for it. More than 8,500 new listings were added to MLS last month. That’s […]
2017 Year in Review: What Happened in Toronto’s Market?
A record-setting number of sales in…2016. It’s no surprise that Toronto’s 2017 sales numbers pale in comparison to the record-setting 2016. There were almost 20% fewer sales throughout the year in comparison to 2016, with many buyers waiting for prices to bottom out and sellers holding out for long-term price growth. The slower activity is […]
What To Watch For: Luxury Real Estate Trends In 2018
In the luxury real estate market, you always want to stay ahead of the curve – whether you’re a buyer or a seller. To give you a leg up, we’ve collected some of the most promising luxury real estate trends for the upcoming year. If you’re a buyer, be on the lookout for these next-level features. If you’re […]
Condos Ruled October: What’s Happening in Toronto’s Market?
Sale numbers are up from September The Toronto Real Estate Board President Tim Syrianos has announced that sale numbers are up from September to October, by almost 12 percent. While we usually see a jump every year between September and October, this year is more pronounced. Normally, month-to-month changes aren’t in the double-digits. But, of […]