The Condo Game – Doc Zone

Real Estate
Just as Toronto applies political band aids on the burn marks of humiliation for the appalling circus antics of Mayor Rob Ford, the CBC’s cutting edge show called Doc Zone aired a new political scorcher last night in an expose called ‘The Condo Game’. This documentary explores how the political…
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Toronto’s Real Estate Market Dynamics

Real Estate, Uncategorized
This past week the media featured several stories which helped calm any potential jitters Buyers might be having as they navigate the real estate market. On Thursday, The Globe and Mail published an article on the rapid decline of high-ratio mortgages (those purchasing with less than 20% down) requiring insurance…
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Stains On My Window

House And Home, Real Estate
As a lover of architecture and art history, I am entranced by vintage stained glass. Whether it’s the majestic rose of a Gothic church or a wee transom in a modest Victorian rowhouse, I think antique stained glass windows are enchantingly elegant. However, I don’t think this way about modern faux stained glass that is a film you attach…
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Locks Or Stocks?

Media/Press, Real Estate, Uncategorized
Locks? Stocks? Or live in a barrel? Any one who has money invested in the stock market has become a little frayed and jittery lately. It’s got people wondering whether they should cash out some capital and invest it money in bricks and mortar. Should they? Read on for  urbaneer.com’s latest press in Propertywire.ca, which…
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The Real Estate Seasons

Real Estate
Spring’s late arrival has kept the market momentum intense despite the decidedly Summer weather. It will change soon enough though, as the hot weather will begin to elevate the fatigue level most active Buyers are feeling. When scorching temperatures and high humidity begin wearing thin on the population at large, those house-hunting will take a break and seek solace on the…
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