Toronto Properties For Sale Or Rent

November 29th, 2013 | Real Estate

Well, the weekend is about to roll in and we've got some terrific properties for sale and/or rent. Here they are, as advertised in today's Globe and Mail! Do you like? At urbaneer.com, we like to engage our readers in multiple ways, whether it's through facebook, google+, twitter, our blog,… Read Full Entry

Urbaneer’s November 2013 E-Promo

November 28th, 2013 |

Did you know we publish a monthly e-promo that you can subscribe to for FREE? In this month's issue you can read our newsletter on the Fall 2013 Real Estate Forecast - Part Two which examines the dynamics of Toronto's real estate market. We also showcase what our 'Parents-To-Be' purchased… Read Full Entry

November 2013 Home Of The Month - Coxwell Danforth

November 25th, 2013 | Buy Of The MonthThe Danforth

Welcome to urbaneer.com's Home Of The Month feature, which showcases what one of urbaneer's Buyers recently purchased in the City of Toronto. This month we feature the story of some first time Buyers who announced the pregnancy of their first child as we started their housing search - and closed… Read Full Entry

The Condo Game - Doc Zone

November 22nd, 2013 | Real Estate

Just as Toronto applies political bandaids on the burn marks of humiliation for the appalling circus antics of Mayor Rob Ford, the CBC's cutting edge show called Doc Zone aired a new political scorcher last night in an expose called 'The Condo Game'. This documentary explores how the political economy… Read Full Entry

I See Ya, Ikea

November 18th, 2013 | City LivingHouse And HomeReal EstateStyle Enhancement Staging

First, we like Ikea and applaud them for bringing smart affordable design to the masses. After all, it sure beats much of the ugly cheap stuff most limited budgets can afford.

However, when it comes to real estate return-on-investment, our challenge lies in the Ikea kitchen. Sure they're stylish,… Read Full Entry

Dear Urbaneer - Are You North, South, East or West?

November 14th, 2013 | Real EstateLeslieville/RiversideRiverdale / Playter EstatesCabbagetown / CorktownSt. Lawrence MarketAnnex / South Annex / Seaton VillageCollege Street/Little ItalyLittle PortugalQueen WestWallace/Emerson & Brockton VillageRoncesvalles Village

Welcome to our monthly "Dear Urbaneer" post, where we answer questions asked by our clients. This month we tackle the issue of choosing a location, prompted by a Buyer who has recently relocated from Vancouver. "Dear UrbaneerMy wife, daughter and I recently relocated from Vancouver. We're still getting familiar… Read Full Entry

Hello Houseporn.ca!

November 12th, 2013 | House And HomeReal Estate

Although I originally embarked on the launch of this new site to indulge my healthy obsession of all things housing, I've discovered there's a greater joy and satisfaction in its fast evolution as a Paid Internship and Mentorship Program for young students enrolled in the fields of Architecture, Landscape, Interior… Read Full Entry

October 2013 Sales Remain Strong On The Surface, But Are They?

November 7th, 2013 | Real Estate

So here's the recent press release by the Toronto Real Estate Board, but scroll down to see urbaneer's comment: "The Toronto Real Estate Board reported 8,000 home sales through the TorontoMLS system in October 2013 – up from 6,713 transactions reported in October 2012. Over the same period, new listings… Read Full Entry

The Bank Of Mom And Dad

November 5th, 2013 | Real Estate

As long as real estate has been traded, parents have given their kids a helping hand when it comes to buying their first home. Two decades ago when I began my career in the real estate biz this often meant a few bucks towards closing costs, perhaps some dollars towards… Read Full Entry

Our Property Feature In Toronto Life

November 1st, 2013 | Word On The Street

I've always been a fan of Toronto Life ever since I moved to Toronto from Victoria back in 1984. This is the 'zine to read when you want to be up-to-date on food, culture and life in the city. In the past we've shared our own tales from the real… Read Full Entry

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