A few weeks ago, we explored the concept of the bubble that is frequently used to describe the state of Toronto real estate. In particular, we touched on how the…
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You’ve heard that there’s a Toronto real estate bubble, you’ve probably even heard rumours that it’s going to pop… but what exactly is a bubble, how did we get here,…
A: Nothing. Millennials take a lot of heat for irresponsible spending habits. For a group that claims to be the first generation that isn’t better off than their parents, their…
A few months ago, I wrote about smart roads being built in Kansas. Last week, we looked at two Canadian tech companies that are creating ways to reduce energy bills…
Mortgage approval rules are about to change. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada (OSFI) published the final version of Guideline B-20 yesterday. The legislature is intended to…
New provincial legislation that was recently passed will better protect and give more rights to over 1.3 million condo dwellers in Ontario. With the number of condos we…
Last month, Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced significant changes to mortgages that are affecting only CMHC-backed mortgages. Effective February 15, 2016, properties over $500K and up to $1MM…
DIY is trendy, real estate reality tv is popular, and decorating and remodeling advice is just a quick Google search away. Buying a house that needs some work may seem…
There are many misconceptions about what title insurance is and whether it is necessary. So here it is, in a nutshell… Often confused with home or fire insurance policies, title insurance protects a home…
Anyone who bought a home in Toronto after February 1st, 2008 got hit with a double land transfer tax, equating to approximately 2% more (based on the sale price). My fellow real…
