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  1. Selling in the Dead of winter...should I or shouldn't I?
    Selling in the Dead of winter...should I or shouldn't I?

    So you have come to a conclusion that you are ready to sell your property but then realize that it's the middle of winter!  It's freezing out, snow is covering your beautiful landscaping, your windows have ice build up and frost on them, and your entrance way is littered with winter boots and such. What do you do now? second thoughts?   Over the last few weeks, several of my clients have ...

  2. Ever Wonder What To Do With Pets During The Sale Of Your Home?
    Ever Wonder What To Do With Pets During The Sale Of Your Home?

    Ever wonder what to do with your pets after you have decided to put your house on the market for sale? A good Realtor® will acknowledge that you have pets and give you ample notice that it is in your best interest, and in the best interest of the sale of your home to make arrangements to have your pets out of the house. Having your pets out of the house during showings for potential buyers ...

  3. Beware! Rental Fraud is on the Rise

    Finding cheap apartments for rent is a major priority for many renters in a market like Toronto, where mortgage rules and increasing prices have made it harder to buy. According to a recent survey, 64% of renters and landlords said they came across an advertisement or received an email that they suspected to be a rental scam. Here's how some of these scams occur. Please note that this is ...

  4. Chinese New Year

    In celebration of Chinese New Year, the City of Markham and the Canadian Chinese Real Estate Brokerage Association (CCREBA) will be hosting a celebration on Saturday, February 1st, from 12pm to 5pm to welcome the Year of the Horse. February 1st is the second day of the Lunar New Year, which in Chinese tradition, marks the start of the New Year. The celebration will be held at the Markham Civic Centre ...

  5. Cell Phones and Driving

    In this day and age with information at our finger tips and the thirst for it quicker then ever, most people cant wait to see who texted them, or facebook or twittered them.  Far too often do i see people talking on their cell phones or worse, texting while driving.   I will not sit here and say i have never done it, but i will say i dont do it anymore.   It seems like all you ...

  6. New Fireplace!
    New Fireplace!

         To update on how our Reno is going we are kind of at a standstill due to the weather. The windows still haven’t been installed, so hence the trim but on a positive note our fireplace is complete and looks great. Thank you to Sam and his colleagues, from AM Group Studio Inc., (www.amgroupstudio.com) for installing a beautiful stone fireplace in our family room. The before, ...

  7. 10 Steps to Home Ownership Part 1

    With Spring shortly upon us and as the flowers begin to bloom and the trees begin to bud real estate sellers and buyers start venturing out in the market giving birth to the fabled “Spring Market”. As such I often get many questions from home buyers both first timers and seasoned veterans regarding the processes involved in buying a home. I find that many things can be disseminated into ...

    • January 24, 2014
    • Phillip Franco
  8. Chinese New Year

    Chinese New Yew is one of the largest events in the Chinese culture and is marked by an abundance of family get-togethers, animated dragon dances and lively celebrations. This year, Chinese New Year falls on January 31, and there will be a host of celebrations at Pacific Mall to welcome the year of the horse. Pacific Mall will be extending its hours on Thursday, January 30 for a New Year’s ...

  9. Prepping for Re-sale

         Prepping your home for market is not an easy task. You want to make sure it’s in nice enough condition to catch the buyer’s eye, but you don’t want to spend any more money than need be, especially on projects that won’t improve your home’s appeal. And while it’s always a good idea to have your realtor do a walk-through of your home so you ...

    • January 18, 2014
    • Henry Tillo
  10. This Is YOUR Year - 2014!!!

    With every New Year ... there is hope; there is great expections; there are goals; there are dreams; there is a desire for clarity; there is a sense of newness. This year...Is YOUR Year like no other to declare there will be no holding back on your goals...your dreams! Go ahead and hope, expect, make goals, dream BIG. With each step you take...clarity WILL come, and the newness of ...

  11. 1Bedroom + Den Pulse Condo at Yonge and Finch

        All Included (Except Cable Tv). Save More Than $100 On Heat/Hydro Cost.   Luxury Condo, Steps To Subway, Large 1+1, Den Is Separate Room, Approx. 735 S.F., Plus Huge 90 S.F. Balcony. 24 Hrs Concierge.   $1575 per month.  Everything Included In The Rent. No Extra Cost Of Heating/Hydro.   Five Appliances, Fridge, Stove, B/I Dishwasher, Washer & Dryer, One ...

    • January 16, 2014
    • Mehrdad Ebadi
  12. A quick lesson in wood floors

    Thinking about installing wood floors? The first decision you need to make involves the type. According to the National Wood Flooring Association, there are four types: Unfinished. This type requires you or your installer to sand and apply a finish. If you want a specific colour or style, or you're trying to match existing flooring, this might be the best option for you. Factory finished. ...

  13. Markham Fairgrounds

    Do your little ones spend too much of their spare time in front of the TV, on their Smart phone, or surfing the Internet? Are you looking for new ways to keep your family entertained and to boost their learning?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo may be just what you need. Head over to the Markham Fairgrounds between January 17 and 19 for the zoo’s ...

  14. Neighborhoods leave a lasting Impression

     Neighborhoods leave a lasting impression.  What makes a neighorhood special? The answer goes far beyond the structure of the community and has a lot to do with the  community - a new development, a proposed land use, a new school or place of worship.  People attend neighborhood meetings to learn  more about plans that may impact their quality of life, and to support or ...

    • January 12, 2014
    • Lillian Cooper
  15. 2014 MARKET FORECAST
    2014 MARKET FORECAST

     We can relax a little bit and be re-assured that 2014 will be a busier year in Real Estate than 2013. One week, an article reads ‘The Bubble’s going to burst and the Market’s going to crash’. Then, another week we see ‘Our Market is stable and going strong’. Once upon a time (right after the US market crash) we were told that “When the US sneezes, ...

  16. Annual Winter Bird Count

    Do you have a love for nature, photography, the outdoors, or all of the above? If so, be sure to take part in the 11th Annual Winter Bird Count at Rouge Park on Sunday, January 12! This is a very popular event at the Rouge Park in which groups of volunteers count birds within an assigned counting zone. Groups are led by experienced birders, who will share with you their wealth of knowledge on birds ...

  17. Freezing Cold

    In the GTA, we have been hit with another freezing cold temperature. Look out for frozen pipes, as they can burst and cause floading when melting!  

  18. What to do if you own or want to own property in 2014.

    Yes it's a new Year...2014...What to do if you own or want to own property in 2014. Mortgages and lending bank rates are still low compared to other years, and yes the market prices are still stable, but are still moving upwards. Putting off your property purchase for a cheaper day...is not a good plan if you live in Canada or in the Toronto / York Region areas.  (Fact) We have seen year after ...

  19. When is it time to talk to a REALTOR®?

    Many people only see a doctor when they're sick or have some other health concern. On the other hand, some people visit a doctor regularly for check-ups, to ask questions and get advice, and to maintain good health.   Which do you think is the better approach? Obviously, the second one!     The same thing is true when it comes to real estate. Even if you have no current ...

    • January 3, 2014
    • Asim Mohamed
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