Tired of renting and moving from one condo to another? Thinking it might be a better idea to buy a property, that is if you can afford one in Toronto's red-hot housing market? The debate of renting vs. owning has been raging on for a long time, but there is no right answer. It all depends on your financial health, your requirements, and your circumstances. Is your life stable? Is your job stable? Is your employment stable? A lot of factors determine your real estate decisions. In the... [read more]

The area on the eastern side of Toronto's waterfront has been left untouched for years. But, that is about to change, thanks to the city's efforts in collaboration with famous real estate developers. East Harbour Downtown is one of the most interesting new initiatives. It brings the volume of employment, transit, and retail. Moreover, to the east of the downtown core, it looks forward to playing a key part in changing the city's lakefront. Thus, it would be one of the top-notch... [read more]

Many would-be homeowners lose their dream properties due to savage bidding wars. bidding wars may offer sellers a great chance to have their pick, but they are no fun for buyers; think frustration, stress, and the possibility of paying more for a property than it is worth! If you are planning to buy this year, you will inevitably face multiple offers when bidding on Toronto condos. Here are my top tips for coming out of a bidding war victorious. Reduce Your Offer Conditions Real... [read more]

Are you looking to sell your condo in Toronto? Forget that you were told about buyer expectations because the pandemic has completely turned the tables on what buyers look for in a condo. Here’s what a pandemic-buyer want in a condo: Buyers want an old-school Floor Plan The pandemic brought with it stay at home orders and indefinite work from home. Now more than ever, buyers are more conscious about the limitations imposed by the chic, open-concept condos that are characterized... [read more]

It is well known that human beings are always thinking about what is going to happen in their future. Predicting things to one's liking is nearly always the case, even though the evidence is contrary. In the same way, it was mostly predicted that the housing market in Canada will fall to its knees ever since the world has experienced an economic slowdown like no other during 2020. This prediction did correlate with the COVID-19 pandemic that had changed the work lifestyles like never... [read more]