According to a TD study, first-time homebuyers are spooked by the housing market to the point that 71% of respondents fear being hit with unexpected costs during the home buying process. Rising prices in conjunction with unpredictability have rendered the housing...
Toronto Mayor John Tory aims to make affordable housing a key focus of his administration should he win a second term, the incumbent said in a speech before the Scarborough Business Association on Monday. “It’s a sign of a success in...
At Bosa Properties we are always working on something new. Our upcoming projects include a new landmark for Georgia Street, and a master-planned community in Squamish. Visit our website for details. http://bit.ly/2HHpL3K Projects | Bosa Properties – a Robert Bosa Family...
We believe clever modifications to some basic IKEA pieces can be both beautiful to look at and make the most of accessible home furniture. We’ve designed this home to show you how. Visit today: Hawthorne IKEA Hack model home now open....
The highly anticipated day is here – Whole Foods Market at CentreView in North Vancouver is officially open for business! Take a peek inside with Vancouver Is Awesome, or go see for yourself! https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/2018/04/24/new-whole-foods-market-north-vancouver-photos/ Peek inside the brand new Whole Foods...
“For too long, people who resell condos before they have been built have been inflating real estate prices, without necessarily paying taxes on their gains” B.C. cracks down on condo-flip taxation, creates rental zoning tool Three new measures announced Tuesday aim...
We love to see buildings that are built around the needs of a community. This new residential complex in New York is built around the famous ‘High Line’ park. What do you think? Zaha Hadid Architects completes 520 West 28th Street...
A refined collection of homes setting a precedent of bold, modern living. Sign up to receive early VIP access: http://bit.ly/winstonvnc Winston South Oak in Vancouver | Vancouver New Condos This Spring, Winston South Oak is set to unfold with the arrival...
Here’s a fun DIY project to take on while the sun is out! Transform Your Broken Pots into Magical Miniature Gardens Looking for gardening inspiration this spring? Perhaps a fun project with the kids? Here’s a wonderful way to use up...
What you loved in your first home might not work with a growing family– check out these tips when looking for a new home. Six Key Things to Consider Before Buying Your Family Home What you loved in your first home...
Prince Edward County is becoming known as an Airbnb hotbed—and with good reason. The county is a tourist destination year-round and there’s seemingly never a quiet day. Torontonians, frustrated by their investments’ diminished returns, have turned to buying property in Picton,...
The latest Royal LePage House Price Survey revealed that the aggregate price of a home in Kelowna grew by 9.6% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2018, up to $632,477. Breaking down by housing type, the median price of condo units...
Edmonton represents a perfect storm of factors – including transportation links, a conducive regulatory regime, and abundant sunshine and water – that would make it a major cannabis market worth upwards of $100 million annually, according to a city business official....
“City expects to bring in $30 million in empty homes tax”, according to this Vancouver Courier article. City expects to bring in $30 million in empty homes tax Just under 8,500 homes determined to be vacant. Source...
In the heart of Chinatown is an exclusive opportunity that reflects the past, present, and future of Chinatown. Consisting of ground floor retail, office space, and 25 stunning strata residences in a boutique building, Sparrow Chinatown is built with forward-thinking design...
How seriously should you consider your kids’ preferences when it comes to buying a new home? Find out in this article. Family House Hunting: Do You Listen to Your Kids’ Opinions? If you’re shopping for a home for your family, how...
If you’re thinking of relocating to another neighbourhood, consider these tips before buying into one first. How to Assess a New Neighbourhood for Relocation If you don’t know a neighbourhood and are considering a move, make sure you do your research,...
According to this article, the rise or fall of a region’s home prices is significantly to do with buyers’ spending power. Rise or fall of home prices largely linked to purchasing power: analyst Rather than being led by speculation or foreign...
Bristol Heights by Polygon. Experience the Best of Masterplanned Living at Westerleigh. Beautiful Contemporary Farmhouse-Style Homes for Today’s Families. Priced from $499,900 – Learn more: http://bit.ly/BristolHeightsVNC Bristol Heights at Westerleigh in Abbotsford | Vancouver New Condos Discover Bristol Heights, the newest...
If you’re selling a home, you’ll want the best possible representation. Check out these tips to prepare yourself when looking for an agent. How to Interview, Negotiate and Work with Listing Agents If you’re selling a home, you’ll want the best...
The Montreal housing market continues to post healthy levels of activity with a 7% year-over-year increase in sales in the first quarter of this year, according to the latest release by the Greater Montreal Real Estate Board (GMREB). Based on the...
Sales of London homes under construction rose as developers lowered asking prices for the first time since 2010. About 6,900 of the properties were sold in the first quarter of 2018, the most in three years, with about 30 percent snapped...
Is the scarlet letter finally fading on homes that used to house a grow-op? Sellers’ Series: Selling a Stigma – How to List a Former Grow-op Is the scarlet letter finally fading on homes that used to house a grow-op? Local...
Not sure about your condo’s strata rules? Find out if you can rent your unit in this article. Understanding Your Building’s Rental Bylaws Your condo’s strata will likely have rules about rentals… here’s how to find out whether or not you...
With graduation season in full force, travellers turn to Airbnb Toronto is home to innumerable international students and graduation season is upon us, but hotel room prices in the city are exorbitant. So many graduating students’ parents are turning to Airbnb...
The Calgary City Council has dramatically reduced property tax rate increase for 2018, in a bid to help residents cope with what Mayor Neheed Nenshi has described as a “fragile economic recovery.” The rate was supposed to increase by 4.7%, but...
Vancouver has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbnb that ensures compliance with the city’s new regulations on short-term rentals. This comes after the City Council approved on November last year legislation that legalized short-term rentals of less than 30 days...
Here’s what to do if your strata has an opportunity to cash in on the lights, camera, and action. Strata Advice: Is Your Building a Good Location for a Movie Shoot? Business is booming in Hollywood North. Tony Gioventu advises on...
Not all strata corporations welcome short-term or even long-term renters. Find out more in this article. Investment Property: Can I Make a Profit and Keep it Legal? It’s a brave new world when it comes to leasing opportunities… but not all...
According to professional real estate investor Rachel Oliver, avoid Toronto. “A lot of people from the GTA are gravitating to Ottawa because it’s cheaper there and they can pick up rental properties,” said Oliver, co-host Mothers of Real Estate TV show,...
Home sales in British Columbia plummeted last month compared with March of last year, but the B.C. Real Estate Association stated that the decline was not reflected in prices. Sales figures released by the association for March showed that 7,409 homes...
Even with the slated legalization of cannabis in late summer 2018, a significant number of Canadians still believe that a property which has been used to grow marijuana is a suboptimal prospect for a home purchase. The latest survey conducted by...
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March 2018 Metro Vancouver Housing Market Report: http://bit.ly/March2018HousingMarket March 2018 Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Statistics Package with Charts & Graphs – Mike Stewart Home buyer demand depends on property type. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports...
Bordeaux Living VIP Insider Access Alert – Sign Up for Floor Plans & VIP Access: http://bit.ly/bordeauxvnc Bordeaux Living will be located on the corner of Juneau Street and Willingdon Avenue, one block south of Lougheed Highway. The emerging community of Brentwood...
Canadian Real Estate Wealth has topped the list of Canadian real estate websites. In a list of the 30 best blogs and websites compiled by Feedspot, CREW beat out Real Estate Magazine, Point2 Homes News, Zoocasa Blog, Better Dwelling, and thousands...
In hot markets like Toronto, preconstruction condo purchasers can sometimes find themselves shafted by avaricious developers. While proof is hard to come by, that very well could be the case with a sold-out Vaughan condo development whose buyers recently found out...
While Toronto’s home buyers are now labouring under a climate of inflamed prices and rising interest rates, long-term observers of the city’s real estate segment argue that affordability has never been a feature of the market, taking into account the double-digit...
A recently released report from CBRE noted that investing in Canada’s hotel segment is an excellent move at the moment, considering the market’s 2017 investment and operations strength that is expected to continue well into this year. According to CBRE’s 2018...
Is your home missing that “wow factor”? Consider these great ideas to make your home extra special. How to Make a Splash with Feature Walls in Condos Having one wall stand out is a great way to make a design statement...
Have tall ceilings? Make the most of your space with these great home design tips. How to… Make the Most of Tall Spaces for Lofty Living Overheight loft condos can be stunning but often create interior design challenges. The GVHBA’s Bob...
The RCMP conducted a search of Fortress Real’s head office in Richmond Hill on Friday morning—the latest development in its investigation into syndicated mortgage fraud. The Globe and Mail is reporting that the RCMP’s Integrated Market Enforcement Team executed six search...
Living in a small space? Here are seven tips to make the most out of it. Seven Ways to Make Your Tiny Space Feel Huge Create a bigger space without adding square-feet Source...
This past weekend’s Investor Forum at the International Centre in Mississauga is being lauded for attracting serious players in the real estate industry. “We had the opportunity to connect with other investors,” said Dalia Barsoum, president and principal broker of Streetwise...
Canadian builders continued their elevated pace of construction in March, with developers producing another stronger-than-expected result. Builders began work on an annualized 225,213 units during the month, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. said on April 10. Construction has averaged 226,842 units...
The organization representing Ontario’s real estate agents is calling for stronger rules to protect home buyers against the risks involved in purchasing a former grow-op, a situation it argued will increase once cannabis is legalized later this year. The Ontario Real...
Can’t stand the chaos any longer? Don’t worry – in the second of our two-part series we offer great tips to help you declutter your life this spring. Stay Clutter-Free This Spring, Part 2: High-Traffic and Living Spaces Can’t stand the...
How does a world-class real estate developer think? Vice President of Development for Premier Developer Cressey Talks Vancouver Real Estate. This is a conversation you will not want to miss! Learn more：http://bit.ly/2IeoAro Vice President of Development for Premier Developer Cressey Talks...
Found out some of the major perks getting in on the pre-construction phase. How to… Assess the Benefits of a Presale Condo It might seem daunting, but there are lots of perks in buying a presale unit. The GVHBA’s Bob de...
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