Have you been tracking the potential vacancy tax that was announced for Toronto? To help you catch up, we’ve pulled together all the facts and the latest updates below. At the very least, it’s important to know that Toronto has officially delayed adding a vacancy tax to homes for at least another year. Further investigation
In 2017, Ontario moved forward in an effort to better protect condo owners, residents and board members by creating a new administrative authority – the Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO). The CAO creates new consumer protections to help build more sustainable communities and improve condo living today and into the future. If you’re a tenant,
If you’re a real estate investor, landlord, PM or developer looking to learn more about the latest trends and strategies to get ahead in 2020, we’ve put this list together for you. Get the latest rundown of all the up and coming industry events to watch out for in Toronto this year. Feb 7-9th Toronto
Toronto is one step closer to getting its first “smart” community, but there is still a long road ahead. Since 2017, Sidewalk Labs, a Google sister company, has been working closely with Waterfront Toronto to transform Toronto into the global hub for urban innovation. But soon after winning the bid to turn an undeveloped area
Owning an investment property can be financially rewarding if done right. However, many first-time buyers make big mistakes that turn their money-making venture into a money-pit. If you want to make a solid return on your first investment property, follow these tips below on how to best tackle the real estate market as a first-time
The latest Airbnb rules and regulations are projected to heavily impact the investment property market and place a number of short-term units back on the market. Almost two years after Toronto City Council approved regulating the short-term rental market, the appeals were finally dismissed. The zoning bylaw amendments were officially adopted and put into effect
So, you want to be a landlord and run investment properties? With today’s low-interest rates and rising real estate prices, getting involved in property management can be very profitable. However, it does come with a number of risks that you need to be ready to face. To make sure you’re making the right decision, here
Seasonality has more impact on the housing market than many people estimate. If you’re looking to get a leg up on the competition, demand typically declines in the colder seasons, making it the perfect time to take advantage of a motivated seller. But that’s not the only factor determining property demand and pricing during this
The First-Time Home Buyers Incentive will make monthly payments more affordable for new homeowners, but it will also have an impact on the Toronto Real Estate market. The shared equity mortgage with the Government of Canada’s CMHC means that homeowners will be able to access 5% of the purchase price for an existing home or
This season is one of the best, but it’s also one of the shortest. So, it’s a good idea to make a plan so it doesn’t just pass you by. Lucky for you, we have everything you need to plan out your autumn calendar. Here are a few great ways to make the most out