Toronto real estate cooling? Nah
By Susan Pigg | Fri Apr 20 2012
Toronto’s gravity defying house prices should continue their upward climb over the next three years with gains of about 4 per cent both this year and next, predicts a new housing report by Central 1 Credit Union.
That means the average Toronto home could cost $523,000 by the beginning of 2014, up from about $500,000 right ...
Posted by Maryana Valtseva
on May 7, 2012
Combustion Gases
Homes with gas appliances generate concentrations of gasses such as nitrogen dioxide and carbon dioxide. In a case of inadequate furnace ventilation these gases could leak into the living area and form a common household pollutant. They can be present in the kitchen, basement, living room, or furnace room. In the following section we discuss the molecular ...
Posted by Mehrdad Ebadi
on May 6, 2012
It's like a love affair; some older homes make your heart skip a beat. It is hard not to fall in love with an older home’s historic unique architecture, gabled roofs, hardwood floors, crown moldings and antique light fixtures—older homes definitely have their charm.
The plastered walls, leaded glass windows, original chandeliers, and oak paneling make an old home as attractive ...
Posted by John Siarkas
on May 4, 2012
The single family market continues to lead the housing growth in both sales activity and pricing, and the condominium market appears to have turned the corner as well. Overall, the Canadian real estate market continues to move in the right direction, with all indicators pointing towards stable growth and a move towards typical levels of activity.
Some areas, such as Toronto, are reporting feverish ...
Posted by John Siarkas
on April 20, 2012
With the 1st Quarter of 2012 already behind us, I have been asked the 'evergreen' question; How's the Market? We all know that it depends on what you are planning on doing, and that is why a personal consultation with a REALTOR is irreplaceable. However, let us look at the general market indicators. In January we looked at the market (http://bit.ly/It_is_not_Doom_and_Gloom) so this should provide a ...
Posted by Jagdeep Singh
on April 13, 2012
The kitchen is becoming the hub of the house. It is not just a place where meals are prepared—most families enjoy gathering in the kitchen. Some people like to entertain their close friends in the kitchen. As well, kids are also opting to do their homework there.
The right lighting can make a kitchen glow and give small space an airier ambiance. New lighting is also cheaper than carving out ...
Posted by John Siarkas
on April 13, 2012
1.) Walk or bike to work, or to run your errands. Not only is this an easy way to help the planet, it can also save you money and give you a workout!
2.) Turn off the lights. We've all heard this one before, but if we all did it the impact would be enormous.
3.) Recycle. Setting up a recycling station in your garage or under the kitchen sink can make recycling easier.
4.) Turn down the heat (or ...
Posted by Alla Marchenko
on April 7, 2012
If you ever watch HGTV Canada, you’ve most likely seen shows like “Til Debt Do Us Part” or Slice channel’s “Princess” – shows that bring in a professional to help people come to their senses and manage their debt. Everywhere you turn these days, you’ll hear people talking about debt. The economic crisis in the United States and Europe has shone a light ...
Posted by Jagdeep Singh
on April 4, 2012
Lenders are in business to make money and when a bank lends money it wants to ensure that it will get paid back. To maximize the possibility of being paid back, the bank wants sufficient assurance that a person can and will pay back a loan.
When you apply for a mortgage, lenders carefully analyse the details of your application before agreeing to proceed with financing. Many lenders determine how ...
Posted by John Siarkas
on March 25, 2012
Since this release about the Condo market in Vancouver and Toronto came out today from a banking conference, I had a few clients approach me about it. I am a REALTOR® in the Greater Toronto Area and felt compelled to write this blog about the situation, at least as it pertains to Toronto.
While I am no financial analyst, I do however understand the real estate market. Anyone who can read between ...
Posted by Jagdeep Singh
on January 11, 2012