Toronto’s real estate market is hot. Despite the slow down that it experienced last year, the market is still humming along nicely. Although the gains are not as high as those seen in previous years, they continue in the high single digits. So, investing in the housing market remains a wise decision. Naturally, there are…

If you have been thinking of getting into the Toronto housing market you will have noticed that what you can get for your money varies tremendously from neighbourhood -to-neighbourhood. First-time buyers are always at a disadvantages when it comes to getting their feet wet in real estate when the market is high because being able…

Investing in real estate in Toronto remains a good investment despite the market starting to slow down. Regardless of current market conditions real estate is always a solid investment because property will appreciate over a 10-year cycle. However, that said – real estate is definitely not for the faint of heart as there are many…

Welcome to 2019 Toronto real estate shoppers! We hope that you all enjoyed your holidays and are ready for whatever the new year brings. Let’s kick off the new season by taking a look at what the real estate market might hold in store for Toronto buyers in the near to short term. It is…

Canadian winters can be harsh and Toronto winters are no exception. Sealing your home’s doors and winters for the cold season is one of the best ways to prevent energy costs from going through the roof. Even a small draft can greatly impact your heating bill over the course of a winter. There are many…

Fall leaves in Toronto are just spectacular – when seen on the trees before they hit the ground! One the peak fall season has past homeowners are faced with raking and disposing of those beautiful fall colours. However, getting rid of your leaves doesn’t have to be the chore that it normally is! There are…

The Holidays in Toronto are an exciting, cheerful time where neighbourhoods get into the festive spirit by decorating. As soon as the first snow falls holiday decorations can add to the excitement and anticipation and if you are looking to participate in this annual display of joy, you are in luck – there are hundreds…

With winter nipping at Toronto’s heels, it is natural that thoughts turn to fireplace – specifically gas fireplaces. Although wood burning fireplaces used to be the gold standard when it came to cachet and mood enhancement, they are now banned in many municipalities and most new construction will only include gas fireplaces. The reasoning is…

Exterior lighting can really enhance your Toronto home, your land and your lifestyle. A good lighting design will take into consideration how you use your space and whether you like to entertain. If your family is very active and use the yard after dark to play sports you will require very different lighting needs than…