January 7, 2017 10:41 pmPublished by kevinComments Off on Toronto and I grew up together.
I have had the pleasure of living in a diverse number of Toronto’s neighbourhoods: Cabbagetown, Kensington Market, Queen Street West, Riverdale, the Annex, the Fashion District and Little Italy. I spent time as both a Condo board member and board president. I have also been president of a residents’ association and volunteered in our local parks. Oh, and I love architecture. This is why Real Estate is a natural fit for me. I’m cool under pressure, I understand good design and I am a strong negotiator. I am here to help you sell, purchase or lease.
January 5, 2017 9:19 pmPublished by kevinComments Off on Expecting to buy or sell a home in Toronto in 2017? Here’s what to expect.
Is 2017 the year that the sizzle starts to sputter on the Toronto region’s overheated real estate market? That’s possible, says John Pasalis, of data-digging brokerage Realosophy near Queen and Leslie Sts. “As the craziness continues, I suspect that might trigger some bigger changes,” he said in reference to government measures already implemented this year such as more rigorous stress testing of lending qualifications.”I suspect that Ottawa or the province are only going to be fine with 30 per cent year-over-year appreciation (in housing prices) for so long before they do something else that’s drastic,” he said. Here’s what other industry experts are predicting: Interest rates The inching up of interest rates and more stringent mortgage rules are among the factors that could play a role in tempering sales in the hot Toronto region market, says Jason Mercer, director of... View Article
