There have been a few stories and anecdotes recently about buyers not closing after agreeing to purchase a home. They made an offer, all conditions were waived or fulfilled, but when it came to closing time, they backed off. While still a rare occurrence, it’s still prudent to understand what you can do if it […]
Best summer activities with kids in the Greater Toronto Area
We’re about half way through the summer vacation and the first month has been a bit of a washout. But with better weather ahead of us (hopefully!), there is plenty for us to enjoy before the kids return to school. Here’s our rundown of the best summer activities with kids in Toronto and the […]
Huge growth in new home sales in Toronto
There was huge growth in new home sales in the Greater Toronto Area in June, with a new report showing that the number of sales grew by 59% compared to May 2017, 23% compared to June last year, and 44% compared to the 10-year average. The report, released by the Building Industry and Land Development […]
Has Toronto’s real estate bubble burst? A statistical look
Following the latest release of figures from the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) last Thursday, there have been a variety of headlines proclaiming the bursting of the real estate bubble in the Greater Toronto Area. But has that really happened? And is there a real estate bubble at all? We took a deep look at […]
A Guide to Bidding Wars and Bully Offers
With the high demand for real estate in the Greater Ontario Area, it has become very common for there to be multiple offers and bidding wars on properties. In turn, this has given rise to many pre-emptive or “bully” offers, with buyers looking to get in ahead of the bidding war. This situation may be […]
Canada 150 – Happy Canada Day
There will be huge celebrations across Canada on July 1, 2017, as Canadians celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation. This makes it an extra special Canada Day and we thought it would be a good time to look back at how the country has changed and what makes it such a great place to live.
Renting vs Buying a Home: Which is the best move?
One of the most common questions asked about real estate is whether it is better to buy or rent a home. Unfortunately, there isn’t a fixed answer when it comes to renting vs buying. However, there are some general rules that can help you find the right answer for you… Rent or Buy: The Financial […]
Signs of cooling in Toronto housing market
There were signs of cooling in the Greater Toronto Area housing market in May, with the latest report from the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) showing that the average sale price and the number of sales were down compared to the previous month, while listings continued to rise. The report showed that the average sale […]
Living Realty continues support for the local community
GREATER TORONTO AREA – The final weekend in May offered lots of fun for people in and around Markham, with Living Realty playing a part in two exciting events. As a family-run company, Living Realty has always taken pride in supporting the local community and this weekend was no exception. Showing its support for the GTA, […]
Project Spotlight: Nobu Residences Toronto
It’s no understatement to say that Nobu Residences is the most anticipated development in Toronto for many years. Nobu is a name that is synonymous with style, class, elegance and quality. Its top-class restaurants and hotels are known throughout the world and recognized as some of the finest places to eat and sleep. Now, in […]