Posts Tagged ‘home buyers’
Home is where her heart is
Posted by: Sam Reiss in Real estate industry news on August 18th, 2010
Although financial security continues to top the list of home ownership benefits, the comforts of home are increasingly important to Canadian women. According to the third annual TD Canada Trust Women and Home Ownership Poll, which surveyed women who have purchased a home independently, key features of home ownership, including being able to renovate to suit individual tastes and having a garden, are now more essential to Canadian women than they were in 2008.
Canadians willing to spend more on green homes
Posted by: Sam Reiss in Real estate industry news, Tips for Green Living on August 11th, 2010
Canadians see the value in an environmentally friendly home, according to the TD Canada Trust Green Home Poll. Seventy two percent of Canadians surveyed indicated they would be willing to pay more for a house or condo that includes environmentally friendly features.
HST around the house
Posted by: Sam Reiss in Finance & insurance, Real estate industry news on July 2nd, 2010
With HST tax coming into effect July 1st, many new home owners are wondering what exactly will be affected, and what won’t. Many household items that were previously subject to 8% provincial and 5% federal tax will now simply switch over to the 13% HST, and consumers will incur no additional costs. However, some items that were only subject to the 5% federal tax will now be subject to the 13% HST. In total, about 83% of products and services purchased by consumers will see no new tax.
FIVE Condos off to an incredible start
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos on June 30th, 2010
The building scale model shows the incredible architecture at FIVE – an exciting blend of the old and new .
FIVE Condos at 5 St. Joseph opened this past weekend to great enthusiasm as would-be buyers filled the Presentation Centre, eager to learn more about all that this hip new condominium has to offer. The fantastic location, striking architecture, and sophisticated interiors and amenities have proven to be a willing combination, as FIVE is already two-thirds sold!
Why buy a new home? A video tutorial.
Posted by: Sam Reiss in First time home buyers, New Home Videos, New home builders on June 21st, 2010
Buying Your First Home
Posted by: Sam Reiss in First time home buyers, New Homes and Condos on June 14th, 2010
Head vs. Heart: Considering what you want and what you can afford
So you think you’re ready to buy your first home. This is an exciting time in a person’s life, but the process can be rather intimidating (to say the least).
Homeownership on the rise in Canada
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, Real estate industry news on June 9th, 2010
Increasing numbers of Canadians intend to become home owners by 2012, according to the 17th Annual RBC Homeownership study conducted by Ipsos Reid. This trend could mean increased demand for new homes and is spurring some would-be buyers to make their purchase now while supply and demand ratios remain favourable.
New Homes Roundup
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, New home builders on June 5th, 2010
Luxury living at Medallion on Mississauga Road
Just off prestigious Mississauga Road, this community boasts the very best location in the pristine Credit Ridge area. Proceed through finely crafted entry gates and enjoy a community of private cul-de-sacs and crescents dotted with beautifully landscaped roundabouts.
Announcing the King Edward Private Residences
The rejuvenated building will encompass approximately 145 luxury condominium suites. Residents will be surrounded by exquisite appointments, with transitional design evoking elegance without pretentiousness. The limited collection of residences will range in size from 500 to 2,000 sq. ft. and will begin in price from the low-$400,000s.
How to Buy a New Condo: A Video Tutorial
Posted by: Sam Reiss in First time home buyers, New Homes and Condos, New home builders on June 2nd, 2010
All About Buying & Selling: A Video Tutorial
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Home Videos, New Homes and Condos, New home builders, Selling your home on May 25th, 2010
