At the start of 2023, several new government policies impacting buyers and sellers came into effect. Here is a breakdown of three of the most noteworthy. Foreign Buyer Ban Non-Canadians are prohibited from purchasing residential properties, including detached and semi-detached…
Toronto city council has approved the highest property tax increase for homeowners since the city’s six boroughs amalgamated in 1998. The 5.5% residential tax hike will amount to an additional $183 for the average Toronto household, says the City. However,…
Homeowners in Toronto have until Feb. 28 to submit a declaration of their property’s 2022 occupancy status. If the owner deems the property vacant or fails to complete the declaration, a tax of 1% of the home’s current assessed market…
Ever wonder if a neighbourhood you’re looking at buying a home in will soon see a flurry of construction activity? Not construction (and the associated disruption) related to the filling of potholes or the replacement of city pipes. Rather, I’m…
If you have a dishwasher, you've probably noticed at times spots left on your glasses, dishes and silverware after you've run them through the machine. While common causes are the use of too much detergent and improper loading — dishes…
The City of Toronto has enhanced its Home Energy Loan Program (HELP), offering zero-interest loans and incentives to help homeowners make their properties more energy-efficient. For a limited time, Toronto homeowners can access interest-free loans of up to $125,000 for terms…
Homeowners in Toronto may soon be able to build a second home in their backyard known as a garden suite. A garden suite is a detached housing unit with a kitchen and bathroom, usually located in the rear yard, and…
December marked the end of a strong seller’s market year in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with demand consistently outstripping supply. Prices reached an all-time high average selling price of $1,095,475 — an increase of 17.8% compared to the previous…
Bone-chilling temperatures have arrived, providing the perfect opportunity for your home’s pipes to freeze. When they do, you’ll temporarily have no water. What’s more, there’s the possibility they’ll burst, resulting in flooding that can ruin your belongings, cause mould and…
2020 was a roller coaster year with unpredictable ups and downs. The first quarter started off strong until the pandemic hit in mid-March. The province-wide shut down in spring resulted in historical low market activity; however, sales quickly rebounded in…
Clare Tattersall
Sales Representative
Direct: 647.625.3282
Office: 416.762.8255
Email: clare@realtorontowest.com
Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage
2320 Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON M6S 1P2
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