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Toronto real estate is hot right now. Properties are moving fast, and for more money. Having said that, there are some key points to keep in mind to ensure YOUR property is highly sought after by first time home buyers and real estate investors, regardless of the time of year you are selling: De-clutter Think about when you look at photos of properties… does a clear countertop look more ap ...

Certainly you’ve heard the saying “location, location, location”. Indeed, this is a realtor’s mantra, but it is so for a reason. Homes can be renovated or adjusted to fit your needs. The neighbourhood can’t. So, here are some things to keep in mind when buying real estate in Toronto: Proximity to transit.Transit is incredibly high on the priority list for most buyers. Nobody wants a long o ...

Moving to Toronto or any new location for that matter can be both exciting and stressful at the same time. There are a lot of moving parts and key components to take into consideration when relocating. Whether you’re relocating to Toronto for an exciting new job opportunity or to be closer to family and friends, it’s important to plan your move thoroughly to ensure proper execution and min ...

Home renovations are often a stressful, but necessary aspect of home ownership. Whether you’re only remodelling a few areas that need improvement or you’re taking on a massive whole house renovation project, it might be worth your while to look into short-term rentals in your area. Luckily, Toronto is full of viable options that can be custom-tailored to suit your exact needs. From single ...

New to Toronto? On a Toronto work assignment and want to see the sights? Visiting Toronto and the GTA? The Greater Toronto Area has some spectacular things to see and do. In our “Visit” series, we will focus on some of the great day-trips to take to get to know your new hometown.Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area is a little-known eco-tourism area just outside Toronto, in Milton, Ontario. It ...

With Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend, the staff at MAC Real Estate give thanks.Thanks to Canada, in all its natural beauty and peacefulness.Thanks to family, that have made MAC Real Estate possible (it is, after all, named after the owner’s daughters).Thanks to colleagues, for sharing this remarkable journey with us.Thanks to our charities of choice, for ensuring we always remember what is ...

Downsizing happens for many reasons. Empty-nesters could be wanting to travel more and not worry so much about a large home. Recent retirees may be looking to spend more time at their cottage, and only want to manage a condo in Toronto as a secondary home. Perhaps a new job means that only part of the year will be spent in Toronto, so a smaller residence would be a better option. No matter th ...

Anyone who has been keeping an eye on the Toronto real estate market over the past few years will know that the condo market is hot, hot, HOT. Latest statistics show that there is no slowing for this part of the market.So why are condos so hot? There are quite a few contributing factors. First, more and more people are opting to “live where they work” to reduce their commute and have more spa ...

A recent survey verified that Toronto is the most desirable city to move to for real estate. Well, we certainly aren’t going to argue that. Toronto real estate is outstanding.The survey, completed by Finder, polled 1,200 Canadian adults. The result was that 54% were willing to move to another city just to own a home. Not a shocking result. The intriguing part was that Toronto was tops. The re ...

You’ve found your dream home in the Toronto real estate market, which you have been loving for a few years. Now you are considering renovations so that you may continue loving your home for many more years to come. Renovations happen for a number of reasons: making more space, retrofitting to meet mobility needs, changing dated décor, correcting structural/electrical/plumbing issues. The list ...