Get To Know Downtown Toronto
June 29, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Toronto was originally known as the Town of York, which came into being in 1793 and was later incorporated into the City of Toronto in 1834. The first Toronto schools, churches, farmers markets, merchant centres, industry and government buildings were located here in what is now known as Downtown Toronto. The downtown was also where [...]
Leslieville Neighbourhood – Hip & Cool
I recently helped a client buy a beautiful house in the Leslieville area and was reminded how awesome this neighbourhood truly is. Leslieville was previously known as the poor Southern cousin to the insanely hot neighbourhood of Riverdale but has really come into its own in recent years. As published in Toronto Life, “this [...]
2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa – Game On!
June 11, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
The beautiful game is back with the launch of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. I’m already seeing tons of nationalistic flags on cars, jerseys and t-shirts throughout downtown Toronto as soccer crazy fans root for their favourite country team. So whether you’re cheering for Italy, Spain or Portugal or wondering if Brazil, [...]
Downtown Toronto Condo Residents Profit from G20 Summit Visitors
June 10, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
One of my clients mentioned a recent story he read in the Toronto Star regarding local downtown Toronto residents renting out their condos and lofts to journalists and other official visitors during the G20 Summit. It appears hotels in the downtown core are at capacity for June 25-27 including the week leading up to the summit taking [...]
The New Apple iPhone 4G is coming to Canada soon
June 7, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Steve Jobs officially unveiled the new Apple iPhone 4G today which will be available in US stores beginning June 24. But never fear my fellow Canadians. It’s expected to launch in Canada a few weeks later and will be available to consumers via Rogers, Telus and Bell Mobility. New iPhone 4G Features: Stainless steel casing [...]
Open Houses in Toronto. Who Really Benefits?
June 5, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
If you are considering listing your Toronto home and have decided to arrange a weekend open house take a moment to consider whether there are any benefits to you the seller. The open house has been a traditional tool used by home sellers to market and promote their home. Home sellers clean and scrub the [...]
More Choice for Home Buyers in Toronto
June 4, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
Toronto Real Estate Board news release hot off the press: Greater Toronto REALTORS reported 9,470 sales through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in May, representing a one per cent dip from May 2009. In comparison to previous years, this was the third highest May sales result on record. “The pace of transactions slowed in May [...]
Downtown Toronto Dating Tips For Singles
June 3, 2010 by admin · Leave a Comment
If you’re single and living in downtown Toronto have no fear, the following dating tips can land you the perfect date or mate. Walk your Dog Dog friendly parks in downtown Toronto are the perfect venue to meet new people who share a very important similar interest to you. They love pets too. Whether you [...]
