Buying

In Toronto, homebuyers encounter the Ontario Land Transfer Tax and the Toronto Land Transfer Tax when buying or selling a condo. While this may seem overwhelming, first-time buyers can breathe a little easier, as they receive exemptions and tax credits that help ease the financial burden. We wrote a helpful guide to help first-time buyers […]

If you're reading this, chances are you're probably wondering: "What is the average price of a condo in Toronto?" Well, I have good news and bad news. The bad news is that there is no straightforward answer to this question. The good news is that we're here to break it down for you. According to […]

When people think of Real Estate, they think of big commissions and easy work. But how much do Real Estate Agents really make? On average, it is not as much as you think.  Last year the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board reported over 66,000 licensed real estate brokers and Agents in the GTA (Greater Toronto […]

If you have ever tried to rent or buy a 3-bedroom condo in downtown Toronto, you know what a rare unicorn these units are. So why is this? It Starts with the Development Stage The time it takes for a new Condo development to get off the ground; from pre-construction sales to building the condo […]

A Status Certificate provides information on the financial status of a condo building. A Status Certificate will often contain information such as the amount of the reserve fund and monthly maintenance fees. It gives you a general overview of the financial health of a building. Think of it as a resale equivalent of a disclosure […]

What are Condo Fees?Condo fees are a normal part of being a co-owner of the entire building. Every homeowner in a condo also has an equal share of the building, like a co-op, and you manage it together through a council. Your dues every month cover your share of the communal costs to run the […]

Buying real estate is one of the most significant transactions you will ever make in your life, so arming yourself with the very best person to assist you is essential. It is a real estate agent's competency, motivation, skills, experience, and support personnel that makes all the difference as to whether you achieve a strong […]

Once you have finally chosen the condo of your dreams, the decisions are not over yet. It’s financing time! When choosing a mortgage, the big question is, will you choose a fixed, or variable-rate mortgage? We wanted to provide a brief overview and comparison of Fixed VS a Variable-Rate mortgages so you have the Mortgage […]

If you are considering buying a home or condo, one of the first steps that you should take is to get pre-approved for a mortgage. Mortgage pre-approval is the process of consulting with a lender to determine how much money you qualify for and what loan options are available to you given your financial situation. […]