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2 months ago | 
renxhomes.ca | Barbara Lawlor |John Dujay |Tyler Choi
The short answer to the question of whether there is a solution to our housing affordability situation is: Yes. The longer and more complicated answer is also yes: IF all three levels of government work together to help solve this crisis. Although the public and the media tend to blame this situation on homebuilders, this accusation is misplaced. Builders want to build more homes more quickly, but their hands are often tied by intricate networks of red tape.
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Jan 9, 2025 | 
renxhomes.ca | Tyler Choi |Benjy Katchen |Barbara Lawlor |Neil Sharma
A deflating, bubble-like Toronto condo market spells more bad news for investors and developers as prices for unsold units are projected to continue to slide in 2025, according to data from Bullpen Research & Consulting. Research by the Toronto-based firm found the average asking price per square foot for a new, unsold condo fell to $1,524 in Q4 2024, a 10 per cent decline from a three-year peak of $1,689 in Q3 2022.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
nexthome.ca | Barbara Lawlor
When shopping for a new residence, there are many things to consider to find the perfect choice for you. One of them is community. You may buy a house or condominium suite, but your lifestyle extends far beyond the bricks and mortar to your surroundings. As you shop, find out what opportunities are available for socializing, exercising, entertaining, shopping and running other errands – the things that mean so much as you go about your day-to-day routine.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
torontosun.com | Barbara Lawlor
Advertisement 1 • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article contentSuperior health care, dedicated health and wellness strategies given as reasons for international appealAdvertisement 2Don't have an account?
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Nov 6, 2024 | 
nexthome.ca | Barbara Lawlor
Every year, I am astounded at how many international rankings list Toronto as one of the best cities in the world. We are fortunate to live in a place where quality of life is paramount. One of the many reasons why Toronto is so attractive globally is the superior health care we have here. In fact, our hospitals are admired on a global scale.
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Nov 3, 2024 | 
nexthome.ca | Barbara Lawlor
So far, this has been an interesting year in real estate. In the face of changing parameters, owning a home is still the Canadian dream for most people. Financially, a house or condominium is a tangible asset, rather than figures on paper. You can touch it, see it and take care of your investment over time. Homeowners also earn equity, which gives them financial options. Despite the ups and downs of real estate cycles, just look at the return-on-investment it has brought over the decades.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
msn.com | Barbara Lawlor
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
torontosun.com | Barbara Lawlor
• You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article contentFinancial considerations aside, there are many psychological benefits to home ownershipAdvertisement 2Don't have an account? Create AccountArticle contentSo far, this has been an interesting year in real estate.
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
renxhomes.ca | Tyler Choi |Barbara Lawlor |Mario Toneguzzi
A neighbourhood design that promotes community ownership and enables smaller builders to better compete in the construction market - known as Micro-hoods - has been developed by SvN Architects + Planners. Fundamental to the idea are small apartment buildings on single lots that are co-owned by the residents within a community land trust.
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Sep 30, 2024 | 
renxhomes.ca | Tyler Choi |Don Wilcox |Neil Sharma |Barbara Lawlor
Thousands of homes in Vancouver are demolished every year, including many which remain perfectly suited for living. Renewal Development is literally uplifting homes with good bones and giving them second life as a sustainable alternative to demolition. The Vancouver-based company performs clearing and demolition for homeowners and developers, but also offers an unconventional third service.
