Archive for December 2014
Title Transfers
By Lorne Shuman: Title transfers involve the transfer of land ownership from one individual to another. This article will discuss several important points that need to be considered if you are thinking about changing the ownership of property through a title transfer. The first question to be asked is if there is a current mortgage…
Read MoreHome Design Goes Digital
More than 40 percent of homeowners plan to update their homes in the next two years, according to the latest Houzz & Home Study. Of those who plan to remodel, 78 per cent cite their motivation as improving the look and feel of the space. “With an increasing amount of home remodelling projects in the…
Read More5 Reasons The GTA Housing Market Will Stay Strong in 2015
Written by Mark Weisleder The annual doom and gloom articles about the Canadian real estate market are front page news once again. Even the Governor of the Bank of Canada, Stephen Poloz, says that the Canadian real estate market is overvalued by as much as 30%. We have heard this story before, almost every year…
Read MoreGTA REALTORS® Report Mid December Housing Market Figures
TORONTO, December 16, 2014 – Toronto Real Estate Board President Paul Etherington announced that Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 2,496 sales through the TorontoMLS system during the first 14 days of December 2014. This result was up by 1.9 per cent compared to the same period in December 2013. Over the same period, new listings were down by 1.8…
Read MoreEnjoying The Holidays
Give the gift of family memories. Digitize old family slides and prints and create a photo book. Or simply put treasured family photos on a disc and enclose with a picture frame so the recipient can choose their favourite to frame. Transfer family movies from film and VHS to a CD. Have fun making your…
Read MoreToronto Neighbourhoods Under The Scope: Nov ’14 vs. Nov ’13
Find your neighbourhood below and see how November’s sales stats stacked up to last year’s. C02 (Annex, Wychwood, Casa Loma, Yonge-St.Clair) Nov 2013 Nov 2014 % Change Active Listings 218 209 – 4.1% Sales 66 63 – 4.5% Average Price $1,176,120 $1,214,882 + 3.3% Days on Market 41 30 – 26.8% Avg % of List Price 96 98…
Read MoreEnergy-Saving Tips for Snowbirds
Last winter reminded us why so many Canadians pack up and head south with the birds. If you plan to vacation for an extended period of time this year, Hydro One has some helpful tips to protect your home and your wallet: • Electronic devices left plugged in, even when turned off, still draw power.…
Read MoreHot Master Bath Trends For 2015
When it comes to renovating spaces in your home, the master bath should be top of mind. Master bath trends for 2015 go beyond functionality to include features that complement the design aesthetic and provide a touch of luxury for lasting results. By understanding top trends and incorporating them into your remodel, you can instantly…
Read MoreDecember Home Checklist
Although winter doesn’t officially arrive until later this month, homeowners have already dealt with a couple of major snow and wind events. Take time this month to ensure your home is snug and comfortable for whatever winter has to throw at it. Here are a few tips to make hibernation a little cosier this winter, while saving…
Read MoreSafety Starts With A Clean Chimney
The Ontario Fire Code requires homeowners to maintain the safety of their chimneys and have them inspected at least once a year. Annual cleaning prevents the accumulation of creosote, a leading cause of deadly chimney fires. A professional cleaning will also reveal corrosion and damaged parts that if left unchecked could result in a fire…
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