It’s important to understand and recognize home applications of Asbestos in Canada when buying or selling your home.
Home Ownership
Buying a home & want to know how to look after it? This is the best place to start.
Basement Underpinning: A Quick Guide
Basement underpinning is the act of lowering an existing foundation’s depth by pouring new footings BELOW the current ones.
The Trigger Rate: Explained
The Trigger Rate is the rate at which a set-payment for a variable rate mortgage does not serve the obligation of the debt.
Condo Fees in Toronto: What You Need to Know
Condo Fees (legally referred to as Common Expenses), are a monthly fee payable by unit owners to the Condominium Corporation.
Co-Op Housing: What to Know Before Buying
In Co-Operative housing, a corporation would own real property & members buy shares in the corporation, together with an occupancy permit.
Laneway Housing in Toronto: What You Need to Know
A Laneway House is a detached secondary suite, constructed on an existing lot, with its main entrance facing a Public Laneway.
Toronto Property Tax: What You Should Know
Property Tax is a fee or levy issued by the local municipality for the purposes of maintenance, infrastructure development & education.
What is a Parcel of Tied Land (POTL)?
A Parcel of Tied Land, or POTL, is a term used to describe a property which carries with it interest in a Common Elements Condominium.
Legal Basement Apartments In Ontario
A Legal basement apartment in Ontario is a form of second dwelling unit that meets the Ontario Building Code Requirements for Second Units, The Ontario Fire Code, and local municipal zoning by-laws.
“CityPlace SuperClub” by Harbour View Estates lives up to the Hype
Harbour View Estates is known for its “Superclub” of amenities, featuring a bowling alley, Basketball court, fully equipped Gym, party room and more.
I Can’t Pay my Common Expenses…Now What?
What happens if you default on common expenses in Ontario? The answer is more complex than you think.
What is the Overnight Rate?
The Bank of Canada’s Overnight Rate, is the interest rate at which Banks lend between themselves.
Where to Donate your Furniture in Toronto
As you pack those final boxes and prepare for your big move, you realize there's some things that you would rather leave behind. An old couch, some hockey equipment, maybe even a few old electronics that your new pad is providing. As you look at the chair in the...
Integral House
Integral House is a historic Toronto home designed by Mathmetician James Stewart. This 18,000 sq.ft. masterpiece is located at 194 Roxborough Drive.
10 Easy Rules to follow when Redesigning Your Home, from a Professional Home Designer
We are excited to kick off our guest tip series with Jill Rawson! Jill is the principal designer and owner of Jill Rawson Designs and Interiors. She has spent over 11 years renovating, staging, and designing homes across Ontario. As an industry maven, Jill knows what...