Archive for April 2013
Biggest Energy Myths Busted
MYTH #1: Closing Off Vents Saves Energy Though it seems that closing vents in unused rooms would save energy, the energy consumed by the system is at the unit itself, and restricting conditioned air at a vent termination redirects it to other locations in the house or through leaks in your duct system. Closing vents…
Read MoreThe Facts About Aluminum Wiring
The Electrical Safety Authority receives numerous questions regarding the safety of aluminum wiring. In particular, purchasers or owners of homes built from the mid 1960s until the late 1970s with aluminum wiring are finding that many insurers will not provide or renew insurance coverage on such properties unless the wiring is inspected and repaired or…
Read MoreWas it a $40,000 or $4,000 problem?
Here’s an interesting story from a fellow Realtor in Montreal about the importance of a working with an experienced real estate salesperson and home inspector: About two months ago I received a call from one of my clients who informed me, that that due to a change in lifestyle, they were considering selling their home. At the…
Read MoreUnder The Spotlight – Chaplin Estates
Chaplin Estates homeowners enjoy convenient access to excellent public and private schools, shopping, parks and recreation, and transit service. This distinguished neighbourhood has always been one of Toronto’s most exclusive addresses. History: The Chaplin Estates neighbourhood began with a plan of subdivision, registered by William John Chaplin and his son James D. Chaplin, in 1913. The…
Read MoreToronto Neighbourhoods Under The Scope – April 2013
Find your neighbourhood below and see how March’s sales stats stacked up to last year’s. C02 (Annex, Wychwood, Casa Loma, Yonge-St.Clair) March 2012 March 2013 % Change Active Listings 216 253 + 17.1% Sales 82 48 – 41.5% Average Price $996,179 $1,064,269 + 6.8% Days on Market 25 22 – 12.0% Avg % of List Price 99…
Read MoreGTA Realtors® Release March Resale Housing Figures
TORONTO, April 3, 2013 – Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 7,765 transactions through the TorontoMLS system in March 2013 – down 17 per cent compared to 9,385 transactions in March 2012. While the year-over-year dip in March sales followed the trend that has unfolded since mid-way through 2012, it is also important to note that…
Read MoreResidential Reno Cost Estimating Guide
How much does a new roof cost? Hardwood flooring? Check out the details below to find out the estimated costs for the most popular residential renovations. The estimates were provided by Joe Roberto from Lighthouse Inspections.
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