After the gloomy winter days, home buyers have slowly started to come out of their shells with the first rays of sunshine. The beginning of the year was a bit uncertain with the new stress test that came into effect January 1, 2018, combined with the all-time high home prices and the interest rate increase last year.  It wasn’t a surprise that buyers needed a break. The winter...Read More

Lofts have integrated themselves as a convenient housing solution in all cities that used to be major industrial centers, including Toronto. Once old 19th-century factories are now serving as chic and sought-after residential units. The first loft residents were mostly artists and younger people, but now we’re starting to see families and young professionals being equally eage...Read More

Laneway homes have proven very practical in Vancouver and some other cities in Canada, but Toronto authorities have been skeptical in the past decade about this type of housing. In 2006, the Toronto government tightened the leash on issuing building permits for this type of homes, but now the idea has been revived given the lack of housing supply. Toronto has around 250 kilometers of laneways whic...Read More

    If you are one of the many people who’d like to buy a place in Downtown Toronto and enjoy the city life to the fullest, you probably already have an idea about housing options, prices and availability. You’ve probably noticed that high-rise condos dominate the Downtown core offering marvelous and recognizable panoramic views of the Toronto skyline, but how is it actuall...Read More

  As an experienced agent in the downtown Toronto real estate market for 14+ years, I have definitely have seen my fair share of balconies and terraces. Some balconies perfectly blend the interior and exterior space, and truly extend the indoor space, while other types of balconies only serve to inhibit natural light coming into the suite.  I thought I would share some quick tips that...Read More

Thinking of selling this year??  Have a look at the Top 5 Home Value Boosters.  It's not just about renovated kitchens and bathrooms as many may think!   For years you've heard that renovated kitchens and bathrooms garner the greatest returns.   But there are many other areas of the home that have not received the attention they deserve, especially in terms of you...Read More

To rent or buy?  That is a question many Canadians face as they weigh the pros and cons of making the leap into home ownership… This interesting and eye opening article may help you make that decision.   First, ask yourself this question.  If you were to rent for your entire life,  how much money would that represent? The answer may surprise you and may ultimately chan...Read More

“It is not the strongest that survive, nor the smartest, but the ones most adaptable to change” – Charles Darwin As potential buyers and sellers are now searching for agents and homes online more then ever before, real estate agents are under increased pressure to create and develop an online presence. Perry Baria has taken this technological turn into the core of her business ...Read More

I have buyers looking for a condo at 80 John St - commonly known as the Festival Tower.  The building is in an amazing location, smack in the middle of the theatre district (search here for other condos in the area), surrounded by restaurants, streetcar at your door.  But for those who live in this building, why would you ever leave??  It has the most amazing amenities including a c...Read More

I recently helped a couple buy their first home in East York.  We looked at a number of opportunities at a very tricky price point, and here is what our first set of showings delivered.  House number 1:   A decently renovated semi- detached home, which required very little work and was essentially in move in condition.  What's the catch??  It was at the corner of...Read More