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Canadian Housing Market: Can Lower Interest Rates Help First-Time Homebuyers?
Condos HQ - Sep 04, 2024
A major shift in the economic landscape has occurred with the Bank of Canada's recent decision to cut interest rates. Being the first G7 nation to do so, Canada is indicating a tactical change intended to reduce consumer financial strain..
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How the Increased Capital Gain Tax Rate Will Impact Condo Investors?
Condos HQ - Jun 28, 2024
The federal government's decision to raise the inclusion rate for capital gains has sent ripples of uncertainty across Canada's red-hot real estate market. With the tax on profits from the sale of investment properties set to increase next month, speculation..
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Why Now is the Time to Invest in a New Home in Milton & Nearby?
Condos HQ - Jun 07, 2024
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." Investing in a new home is unquestionably one of the biggest decisions one can make. It takes careful planning to time your entry in a way that maximizes returns given..
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Finding the Best Pre-Construction Condo Investment Neighborhoods in Toronto
Condos HQ - Jun 02, 2024
The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." - Franklin D. Roosevelt The only thing standing in the way of our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today, as the esteemed President..
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Luxurious Living: New Condos in Toronto’s Trendiest Neighborhoods
Condos HQ - May 30, 2024
"Learn about new condos in Toronto and the surrounding areas To improve your lifestyle and quality of life." Perhaps you’ve been thinking about moving to a new home if you live in Toronto, a busy metropolis. Make sure your new..
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Why Pre Construction Condos in Toronto are Smart Investment Choice?
Condos HQ - May 01, 2024
"Buy on the fringe and wait. Buy land near a growing city! Buy real estate when other people want to sell. Hold what you buy!" - John Jacob Astor Alt tag for image - Pre Construction Condos in Toronto While..
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Trends Shaping Condo Developments in 2024
Condos HQ - Apr 23, 2024
The current state of the economy, shifting consumer preferences, and continuous technological advancements are all having a substantial impact on the new condominium development landscape. Therefore, it is interesting to look at the trends shaping condo developments in 2024. In..
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Toronto’s Ambitious Housing Plan: Building 285,000 New Homes by 2031 to Address Affordability Crisis
Condos HQ - Apr 01, 2023
Toronto, like many cities around the world, is facing a significant housing shortage and affordability crisis. With a growing population and a limited supply of available housing, Toronto's housing market has become increasingly unaffordable, making it difficult for many residents..
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Toronto Housing Market Sees 18% Drop in Average Home Prices Since Rate Hikes Began
Condos HQ - Mar 06, 2023
Affordability has become a key worry for many homebuyers, which has caused a huge shift in the Toronto housing market in recent years. The rapid rate-hike cycle started by the Bank of Canada in 2022 has made it even harder..
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Record Highs Expected: Canadian Commercial Real Estate Investment to Reach $59B in 2023
Condos HQ - Mar 03, 2023
The study by CBRE suggests that commercial real estate investment in Canada could reach a high of $59.3 billion in 2023, which would be a record high. While stricter financing requirements and a potential economic slowdown may impact investment, larger..
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Toronto’s Housing Crisis: The Urgent Need for Affordable Rental Units
Condos HQ - Feb 18, 2023
Toronto is facing a major housing crisis that has been years in the making. With the city's population growing rapidly and the construction of new rental units not keeping pace, there is a dire need for affordable rental housing. In..
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Toronto’s Housing Market Expected To Turn Around In 2023
Condos HQ - Feb 17, 2023
The Toronto housing market is one of the most dynamic and lucrative in Canada. In recent years, it has been characterized by soaring prices, limited supply, and intense competition among buyers. However, according to experts, the market is set to..
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The Ultimate Guide To Condos Along Mississauga’s LRT
Condos HQ - Feb 06, 2023
Welcome to CondoHQ’s guide to new pre-construction condos near the Hazel McCallion Light Rapid Transit Line on Hurontario Street in Mississauga. Looking for condo options elsewhere in Mississauga? Here are all the city’s major projects. If you want a “front..
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Toronto’s Quayside Redevelopment To Feature Stunning Architecture
Condos HQ - Feb 01, 2023
A more unique vision is taking shape for the futuristic Quayside design, which is slated to change a section of Toronto's shorefront and is anticipated to be one of the most distinctive development zones in the entire nation in terms..
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Finch West Light Rail And Real Estate Developments
Condos HQ - Jan 17, 2023
The combination of transit and high-rise living is the most sustainable way to build and this kind of “city building” is clearly a public priority. This is CondoHQ’s quick guide to the Finch West Light Rail Transit project under construction..
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Finch West Light Rail And Real Estate
Condos HQ - Jan 13, 2023
The combination of transit and high-rise living is the most sustainable way to build and this kind of “city building” is clearly a public priority. This is CondoHQ’s quick guide to the Finch West Light Rail Transit project under construction..
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A Big Picture View of GTA Condos
Condos HQ - Jan 11, 2023
Are you confused about where to buy or invest? Is the prospect of buying a new pre-construction condo daunting? Well, you’re in the right place. It helps to have a “big picture” view and that is what CondosHQ is aiming..
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The Features And Benefits Of Condo Living
Condos HQ - Jan 10, 2023
Are you a househunter unsure about where to live? Are you curious about the benefits of condo living? Do you want real insight and not just the same old bullet points? Welcome to CondosHQ’s guide to the benefits of a..
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The Pickering Real Estate Market
Condos HQ - Jan 09, 2023
The City of Pickering is set to see a huge amount of development in the coming years. There are only two questions: “how much development exactly?” and “where will it all go?”. Fortunately for homebuyers looking for relatively affordable real..
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The Greater Toronto Area Real Estate Market
Condos HQ - Jan 08, 2023
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is a bustling and diverse region located in southern Ontario, Canada. It is home to a large and vibrant real estate market, with a wide variety of properties available to meet the needs and preferences..
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Why Do Condos In Toronto Cost So Much? Here’s The Process
Condos HQ - Jan 06, 2023
Have you ever wondered why condos in Toronto cost so much? The crisis of affordability in the General Toronto Area has everyone wondering about the cost of housing but new pre-construction condos in Toronto are a special case. By the..
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Pickering Real Estate Market
Condos HQ - Dec 30, 2022
The City of Pickering is set to see a huge amount of development in the coming years. There are only two questions: “how much development exactly?” and “where will it all go?”. Fortunately for homebuyers looking for relatively affordable real..
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The Hamilton LRT And Condo Developments
Condos HQ - Dec 28, 2022
After much political back and forth, Hamilton will soon begin construction on a Light Rapid Transit project that will fundamentally change the city's fabric. Say goodbye to the old Hamilton, the LRT heralds a new green, connected and ultradense downtown..
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GTA Housing Market Fundamentals
Condos HQ - Dec 22, 2022
It’s been an extremely eventful few years in the real estate world and things don’t seem like they will get boring any time soon. After a big wave of uncertainty and fears of an outright housing crash in the early..
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Why Invest in New Condos in Downtown Markham?
Condos HQ - Dec 21, 2022
Downtown Markham is one of the most significant master-planned megadevelopments in the works for the General Toronto Area. Building is already well underway in this semi-established district but plenty of new construction will follow and downtown Markham will eventually contain..
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Ontario’s Housing Challenge: Single Family Homes, Yes, But What Else?
Condos HQ - Nov 28, 2022
The debate around housing in Ontario has come a long way in about five years. The huge increase in the cost of real estate during the Covid-19 pandemic sealed the deal and just about everyone agrees there is an outright..
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Balance Restored In GTA Luxury Real Estate Market
Condos HQ - Nov 23, 2022
Canada's largest luxury market, the Toronto metropolitan area, slowly rebalanced in the first half of the year, despite a 9% year-over-year increase in sales of homes priced above $5 million. This was seen across all types of luxury homes, including..
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Detached, Semi-Detached, Luxury or Stacked? Here Are The Benefits Of Different Home Types
Condos HQ - Nov 22, 2022
Detached Homes A detached home is a “freehold” home that does not share a wall with another home or any other living space. Owning a detached home tends to be a priority for a family or other household that prioritizes..
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Benefits of Buying New Pre-Construction Condos
Condos HQ - Nov 19, 2022
So you want to own real estate in the General Toronto Area but don’t know where to start? You’re in the right place here at CondosHQ. This is a quick guide to buying a unit in a new pre-construction condo..
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Penthouse, Loft, Luxury or Low-Rise? Learn The Differences And Pick The Right Condo For Yourself!
Condos HQ - Nov 16, 2022
High-Rise Condos Toronto is famous for high-rise condos. Some people love the look of Toronto’s skyline, others are not so positive. But to modify an old saying “the proof is in the living” and tons of people in the General..
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Solar Power Panels
Condos HQ - Oct 28, 2022
Solar Panels are a module made up of photovoltaic cells which convert solar energy into electricity. This process of converting solar energy into energy is called the photovoltaic effect. There are several types of photovoltaic cells available but the most..
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Limits On Annual Rental Increase
Condos HQ - Oct 28, 2022
Annual rental increase defines the maximum amount of rent the property owner can increase for the tenant in a year without the permission of the landlord board and tenant board. The Ontario government has put a limit of up to..
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Sir Elton John Invests $16 Million In a New Condo In Downtown Toronto!
Condos HQ - Oct 07, 2022
Sir Elton’s choice to invest 16 million dollars into downtown Toronto is a positive sign for all new pre-construction condo developments in the city center. The last twenty years has seen the heavy concentration of housing and economic activity in..
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The All New Mississauga LRT
Condos HQ - Sep 28, 2022
After what feels like an endless period of construction for residents there will come a time when the Hurontario Light Rapid Transit line opens in Mississauga. This LRT line will serve as the centerpiece of an overall attempt to develop..
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How a Real Estate Lawyer Can Make or Break Your Dream Home
Condos HQ - Aug 18, 2022
Investing in a new home is one of the biggest life decisions you can make. It affects your overall future, finances, life, community, and so much more. It is essential to be knowledgeable and to have your back covered, hence..
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Steps You Can Take to Help Your Journey into a New Home
Condos HQ - Aug 12, 2022
Investing in a new home is a big life decision for all. Thus, being knowledgeable on the do’s and don'ts on investing in a new home is a critical factor when making one's decision. To lessen the burden of finding..
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Ultimate Checklist For House Hunting In GTA
Condos HQ - Jul 27, 2022
Congratulations on making the decision to start looking for a home! You can now start your search, but where should you start? The procedure might be thrilling for some people but intimidating for others. Making a house searching checklist might..
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Best Neighbourhoods For Families In The Greater Toronto Area
Condos HQ - Jul 26, 2022
Toronto is a large and diversified city. As the country's largest and busiest city, it is a reflection of the country's diversity, with people from all ages, income levels, ethnicities, and professions coexisting. A long history has formed the city..
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How Torontonians Can Take Advantage Of The Current “Buyer’s Market”
Condos HQ - Jul 15, 2022
The Toronto real estate market has been on fire for the last 18 months due to many having an appetite for investments after the COVID-19 pandemic. The demand for housing in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) overflooded the supply resulting..
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GTA Real Estate Forecast For 2022
Condos HQ - Jul 07, 2022
We have reached the year 2022 and it appears that after a frantic two years in both real estate and the larger globe, we are now entering yet another new era. Even if things are gradually getting back to normal,..
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The Future of the Toronto Real Estate
Condos HQ - Jun 09, 2022
The Toronto real estate market has been experiencing a landslide as the pandemic transformed future homeowners to look toward suburbia and small towns. Real estate experts have expressed that the pandemic has applied a psychological effect to home buyers. The..
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What Is Assignment Sale And How Does It Work?
Condos HQ - May 30, 2022
An Assignment sale is basically the sale of a contract for purchasing pre-construction condo suites as well as freehold properties. An assignment sale is usually applicable to non-registered pre-construction condos and freehold properties. Before we dive deeper into the topic,..
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Despite a weaker December, Toronto home sales lead to a record in 2021!
Condos HQ - Jan 14, 2022
Despite a dip in December, there was a revival in demand for Toronto homes and that contributed to record residential real estate sales and prices in 2021. Recently, a record of 121,712 homes were sold through its MLS system which..
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Real-Estate Price Politics & Investment Future-Proofing
Condos HQ - Dec 08, 2021
Ontario Citizens are frustrated over continually rising housing prices While there have been plenty of news articles coming up in the last couple of months over a gradual slowdown of the real estate price surges, many Ontarians feel that the..
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Immigration Pushing a Renter’s Revolution in Urban Ontario
Condos HQ - Dec 07, 2021
Canada is seeing a rise of international students, is intent on bringing up to 1.3 million people in the next 3 years, and is experiencing an out of control spiral in housing prices that is pushing many current residents out..
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Get Ahead of the Curve with The Millhouse Condos
Condos HQ - Dec 06, 2021
Overview In the burgeoning city of Milton, Fernbrook Homes is producing a third building in its fabulous condominium community, The Millhouse Condos 3. Featuring 1 and 2-bedroom condo units with floor amenities that max out luxury for its residents, it’s..
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Oakville’s Top Frontier Condos: ClockWork by Mattamy Homes
Condos HQ - Dec 03, 2021
Take A Look Inside The ClockWork Condos are a preconstruction condo development in Oakville, a town rich in prestige and natural beauty. Its condos are a mix of suites in a 1 or 2-bedroom size, built with a stellar aesthetic,..
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Introducing Everwell Homes
Condos HQ - Dec 01, 2021
Everwell Homes is an upcoming community of single detached homes and townhomes. It will be located between Huronia Road and Lockhart Road, north of the Innisbrook Golf Course and surrounded by beautiful green space. It also has a nearby commercial..
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Niagara: Top Spot for Real Estate Investment
Condos HQ - Nov 30, 2021
As it becomes more popular for people to sell in the GTA and move out to other parts of Ontario to live, pre-construction condos in Niagara Falls have experienced rising popularity. Being an hour from Toronto, half an hour to..
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Real Estate in a Remote Working World
Condos HQ - Nov 26, 2021
Explaining the Work From Home Revolution Work from home has been on a slow but steady rise for a while, but the pandemic produced a massive boost to it. Most who have been doing WFH said they plan on continuing..
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London: Ontario’s Western Frontier
Condos HQ - Nov 25, 2021
What’s Happening in London? London, Ontario, has been working to diversify its economy to be more tech focused in an effort to attract younger professionals-- the same sort of people who are currently struggling to find affordable real estate. They..
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The Rising Sun of Rural Ontario
Condos HQ - Nov 24, 2021
The Rising Sun of Rural Ontario It's all-too-often that people get into discussions about Canadian Real estate, or the price for new homes in Ontario, and these discussions follow a pretty similar course. Housing prices are too high, new houses..
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Lessons To Learn from Zillow’s AI Bust
Condos HQ - Nov 23, 2021
What Happened? By the end of October, it was officially news that Zillow had shuttered what seemed to be a promising enterprise: Use an algorithm to determine what houses the company should buy with the intent of flipping it for..
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The Small Town with Big Smart-city Dreams
Condos HQ - Nov 19, 2021
Introducing: The Orbit The Orbit is a proposed city plan offered by the architecture group PARTISANS, and chosen by Innisfil's city council, to produce a vast smart-city connected to current-day Innisfil. The choice of location is a large currently empty..
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Looking Deeper: Do Ontarians Really Get $150,000 Down Payment Gifts?
Condos HQ - Nov 18, 2021
If an Ontarian wanted a new home in Kingston to be their first house, gifts from family-- often older parents with savings and real estate equity, are a massive boost to their buying power. More money for them upfront means..
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Real Estate Investment Plans for Increases in Domestic Students in Canada
Condos HQ - Nov 17, 2021
Real Estate Investment Plans for Increases in Domestic Students in Canada As Canada recovers from the pandemic, its position as a country with top-calibre schools, wonderful cities, and reasonable international student prices, will mean that schools reopening will also open..
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Four Reasons Why Prestige Condos Is a Great Place To Invest
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Pinnacle International, one of Canada’s leading builders is set to launch its latest development Prestige Condos, located on Yonge Street, in downtown Toronto. Here is a list of five reasons why you should invest in this project: Location: Currently at..
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How To Make Your Condo Kitchen Look Bigger and Better
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Modern living has made us accustomed to settle in restricted spaces. The challenge lies in how innovatively we can use the limited spaces. We need to think out of the box in our home designing regime so as to make..
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Condos HQ proudly announces the launch of Sugar Wharf Condos in Toronto
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
In the past few decades, the city of Toronto has slowly but steadily metamorphosed into a region which provides the best housing facility to its inhabitants. All the major localities of Toronto including the Greater Toronto Area are now the..
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5 Things To Do Before Buying A Condo In Toronto
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Over the past decade, the City of Toronto has experienced an upsurge in luxury condominium developments. This is primarily due to the fact that more and more people are now opting for a convenient and hassle-free living experience. Furthermore, investing..
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Google Canada HQ, Toronto’s Waterfront to get high tech neighborhood
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
The revival of Toronto’s Waterfront acquired a new lease of life as Sidewalk Labs, a sister company of Google is all set to build a high-tech neighbourhood in the area. Sidewalk Labs is owned by the parent company of Google,..
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4 Tips for Renting a Condo in Toronto
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
The city of Toronto is renowned for its extravagant and luxurious condominium developments. Over the years, the city has been transformed into a region that provides an incomparable living experience to its inhabitants. This can be majorly attributed to the..
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Playground Condos: Not Just a Condo but a Way of Life
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
“Live & Play. Every Day.” –This is how Playground Condos a new pre-construction condominium development, nestled at Garrison Point labels itself. Located minutes from Downtown Toronto, this master-planned community is designed to give its residents an incomparable living experience. Featuring..
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The Way Urban Towns Condominium: The Pride of Mississauga
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Mississauga is one of the largest cities in Canada, neighbouring Toronto and the iconic Lake Ontario. Over the past couple of decades, the city has experienced a meteoric rise in upscale condominium developments created by the most renowned builders in..
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Debunking Myths about Pre-Construction Condo Investments
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Pre-construction condo investments are more fruitful than other forms of property investments. However, when purchasing a new pre-construction condo, you don’t know how the building and the suites will actually look like and function until the project is completed. This..
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5 Important Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Realtor
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Trying to find the perfect home especially in a city like Toronto can be a long and confusing journey. Which is why hiring a realtor will make the whole process less stressful by ensuring you’re getting your dream home at..
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Unveiling Common Misconceptions about Condos
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
In Toronto, owning a condo is what homebuyers generally prefer. This is primarily because condos are inexpensive and much easier to maintain as compared to single-family homes. However, there are certain misconceptions that people have regarding condo ownership. Residing in..
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New Condo Launches: April
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Several new luxury condominiums have recently launched in April in the most desirable locations of the Greater Toronto Area. In this post, we have enlisted them and also provided information about their prices, features and amenities. 1. Universal City Condos:..
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Importance of Walk Score
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
The Walk Score of a particular neighbourhood is a very important factor for home purchasers looking to invest in a new home. Walk Score means how easily you can get errands accomplished on foot without using public or private transportation...
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An Investor’s Guide to Buying Pre-Construction Condos in Toronto
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
The real estate market in Toronto has experienced a lot of changes over the past decade. This is primarily due to the fact that there has been an upsurge in luxury condominium developments across the city. New condo projects featuring..
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New Condo & Townhome Launches: May
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
The month of May witnessed the launch of several new condominium and townhome projects in the most sought-after localities of the GTA. In this post, we will take a closer look at these luxury housing developments and also furnish essential..
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Tips to Sell Your Toronto Condo
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Recently, condo owners in the Greater Toronto Area have started taking advantage of the booming condo resale market. What you must consider is the fact that selling a condominium is fundamentally different than selling a single-family home. Additionally, when you..
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Empire Maverick Condos : A Place Where Dreams Come True!
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Welcome to the beacon of luxury as Empire Maverick condos, a new pre-construction condominium development by Empire Communities is now open for sale. Located in the iconic King West neighbourhood of Downtown Toronto, this project is an embodiment of sophistication..
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5 Reasons Why Empire Phoenix Condos is a Must Buy
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Empire Phoenix is the latest addition to the city of Toronto’s picturesque skyline. Currently, under pre-construction at 251 Manitoba Street, the development is located in the heart of south Etobicoke. Featuring a host of family-friendly amenities, Empire Phoenix will be..
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New Condo Launches : June 2018
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
June witnessed the launch of numerous luxury condominium projects in the most coveted areas of the GTA. In this blog post, we list the top 3 condo developments by some of the most reputable builders. We have also revealed essential..
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4 Reasons Why M City Condos 3 Is a Great Investment Opportunity
Condos HQ - Jun 24, 2020
Located in the heart of Downtown Mississauga, M City Condos 3 is the third phase of the magnificent M City Redevelopment by Rogers Real Estate. The project features a scintillating 81-storey building, one of the tallest Mississauga has ever witnessed...
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4 Reasons Why M City Condos..
Condos HQ - Jun 12, 2020
Located in the heart of Downtown Mississauga, M City Condos 3 is the third phase of the magnificent M City Redevelopment by Rogers Real Estate. The project features a […]
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5 Reasons Why Empire Phoenix…
Condos HQ - Jun 12, 2020
The month of May witnessed the launch of several new condominium and townhome projects in the most sought-after localities of the GTA. In this post, we will take a closer look at these luxury housing developments and also furnish essential..
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New Condo & Townhome Launches: May
Condos HQ - Apr 16, 2020
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