WHEN TO REPLACE COMMON HOUSEHOLD FIXTURES
Regular maintenance and gentle use can increase the longevity of your household fixtures; savvy homeowners understand this, and their extra care can mean real savings over their time in the home. Unfortunately, all fixtures in your home have a general lifespan and will need to be replaced or repaired eventually. Saving for these replacements can […]
AN INTENSE MARCH: WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE MARKET?
The GTA’s housing market conditions intensified in March 2023. Sales accounted for an increased share of listings compared to March 2022, signifying that competition between buyers is likely on the rise. The average sale price was above the average list price for the first time since May 2022. As we moved through the first quarter, […]
HOW TO DECORATE WITH THE 2023 COLOUR OF THE YEAR
Pantone’s 2023 Colour of the Year, Viva Magenta, is a vibrant and lively colour. This rich shade is a hue in the red family and offers a fuchsia-pink edge. Pantone says this colour “promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration,” which makes it perfect for brightening your home. This year, decorate with Viva Magenta and embrace […]
A Steady January: What’s Happening In The Market
As we move into the second month of 2023, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market in January recorded very similar numbers to that of December 2022. Average selling prices and number of sales remained steady compared to the previous month, however were down significantly compared to January of 2022. TRREB’s MLS System reported 3,100 […]
Interior Design Trends Canada 2023
There is no doubt that design trends in Canada have been evolving over the past few years. From bold wallpapers to bright colours, interior design in Canada is becoming more daring and creative. As we look ahead to 2023, what will be the top trends influencing Canadian interiors? Geometric Patterns Move aside floral prints, geometric […]
Wrapping Up 2022: What’s Happening In The Market?
As we move into the new year, we’re taking a look back at the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) 2022 home market trends. With a very strong start to the year, home sales trended lower during the second half of 2022 as a response to the Bank of Canada’s aggressive rate hikes. A combination of the […]
Luxurious Resorts For Your Holiday Getaway
Halloween is over and many Torontonians have switched into holiday gear. For many of us, a Christmas or New Year’s getaway is not only a chance to escape the cold, but a chance to reap the rewards of another year’s worth of hard work and spend time with loved ones. Trying to choose your next […]
A Cautiously-Optimistic October: What’s Happening In The Market?
As the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) real estate market continues to adjust to higher borrowing costs, interesting trends have emerged since prices slowed in the spring. While GTA REALTORS reported only 4,961 home sales in the resale market in October 2022 – down 49.1% compared to October 2021 – this number is not significantly lower […]
Sales Shift In September: What’s Happening In The Market?
There were 5,038 home sales for the month of September in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), representing a decrease of 44.1% year over year. One notable difference in September was that new listings were also down compared to September of 2021, with 11,237 new listings, or a 16.7% fall. The MLS Home Price Index Composite […]
A More Active August: What’s Happening In The Market?
The month of August showed a slight upward trend in the Toronto housing market sales. The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board’s (TRREB) MLS System reported a total of 5,627 sales in August 2022. While this does represent a 34.2% decline in sales year-over-year, the decline was at a lower rate than the last four months, […]