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Realtor MLS vs Public REALTOR.ca

When the times come to buy a home or condo in Toronto, most buyers will start their search on the Internet and more specifically on Realtor.ca, an online database of properties for sale. This site which was formerly known as MLS.ca has recently experienced a nice face lift and now incorporates interactive maps to help […]

Toronto Condos | Luxury Real Estate

Toronto’s Luxury Condos are actually quite affordable when comparing them to condo prices around the world. Luxury condos in Toronto range on average from approx $850 to $1500 per square foot. Other cities such as London and New York run from $3,600 to $8,400 and $2,100 to $6,000 respectively. Singapore’s “The Marq” sold a condo […]

Condo Apartment or Freehold Home?

As a Realtor, a common question asked by many of my buyer clients is what route to should take; purchase a condo apartment or a freehold home. My answer…well it depends. Condo ownership offers buyers a few advantages over a owning a free hold property with affordability being a key factor. First time buyers especially […]

What is a Condo Status Certificate?

When purchasing a resale condo unit, the buyer’s offer to purchase is usually conditional upon a few items but one unfamiliar item for first time condo buyers is the lawyer’s review of a status certificate. What is a status certificate you ask? How it works is this – Depending on what is stated in the […]

Choosing The Best Floor Plan

So you’ve made the decision to purchase a pre-construction condo in Toronto. Congratulations! Now here comes the hardest, but also more important decision -choosing the right floor plan. It is important to choose a layout that will accommodate your personal needs but will also prove to be attractive to potential buyers in the future. One […]

Mandatory Home Energy Audits in Toronto

Did you ever wonder how energy efficient your home is? Well now you are required to find out. The provincial government has passed Bill 150: the Green Energy Act, forcing Ontario residents to add another task to their to-do list before they can sell or lease out their home. Bill 150, the Green Energy Act […]

Toronto Condos | Pre Construction or Re-sale

When it comes to purchasing a condo unit, many of my buyer clients ask me which is the better choice, buying a resale or pre-construction unit. The difference between the two being that one already physically exists and the other one does not. Deciding which route to take depends on a few factors such as […]

Toronto Lofts | Hard Loft or Soft Loft?

Today, Loft apartments have become a trendy style of living. The term loft is used to describe a large open concept living space with high ceilings and large windows. Lofts were originally popular amongst artists and bohemians because of their affordability and versatility. Now that lofts have become so popular, loft living is anything but […]

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