Kiyoko Fujimura Buzzbuzzhome Corp. June 30, 2010 If the streets of Toronto aren’t public property, then I don’t know what is. But, over the weekend, it seemed as though we were strangers in our own city, being forced to provide police with identification if we came within 5 metres of the security fence surrounding the G20 designated zone. Turns out that the temporary regulation, passed in a very dubious manner to begin with, didn’t include the stipulation that you had … Read More
BuzzBuzzHome Corp. June 30th, 2010 Last Wednesday saw the ʻtopping offʼ ceremony for 1717 Avenue Road [map] from Tribute Communities which launched this new luxury condo in North Toronto towards completion. A topping off ceremony is a tradition within the industry that marks the moment the concrete structure has been completed. Congratulations from BuzzBuzzHome to Tribute, RioCan, and all the purchasers! To celebrate this event, a ceremony and lunch is provided to all the tradesmen and staff who have helped … Read More
BuzzBuzzHomeJune 30, 2010 When Mr. Heron says “no bubble trouble to report here,” I listen. Hugh Heron – Principal, President of Heathwood Homes and Heron Homes – is a leader in the Canadian real-estate world. His positioning in the industry allows him a vantage point enjoyed by few others, that gives him a broad view of the industry’s landscape of issues, challenges and opportunities. For over 30 years, he has served in leadership positions at some of the industry’s most … Read More
Kiyoko Fujimura Buzzbuzzhome Corp. June 30, 2010 I’m tentative to post this, not because it’s not true… but because I’m afraid we’ll sound like a broken record to our readers. But housing prices have gone up– again! That’s right, in the month of April housing prices went up 0.8%. And that means that we’re celebrating Canada’s one year anniversary of housing price increases month-over-month. Go Canada go! According to the Financial Post: The index takes into account price trends in … Read More
BuzzBuzzHomeJune 29, 2010 Maybe you haven’t been paying attention to the BuzzBuzzHome updates, minute by minute. If not, check out below for some new projects added to BuzzBuzzHome over the past week in Ontario, BC and Alberta: Ontario 1. Lyons Creek, Niagara Falls, by Rosehaven Homes2. Georgian Meadows, Collingwood, by REIDS HERITAGE HOMES3. Bayport Village, Toronto, by the Kaitlin Homes4. Kingsview on Balsam Lake, Fenlon Falls, by the Kaitlin Group5. Loyalist Estates, Kingston, by the Kaitlin Group6. The Barrelyards, Waterloo, … Read More
Buzzbuzzhome Corp. June 29, 2010 So there’s a ton of luxury developments sprouting up around the GTA. But what about the little guy? What about the guy (or gal) that doesn’t want to pay $500,000+ plus for a home? Well, your saviour has arrived, in the form of Daniels FirstHome Brampton [map]. Preview sales events will take place on Wednesday, July 7th and Thursday, July 8th and with Daniels’ last FirstHome community in Erin Mills selling out in just hours, … Read More
Kiyoko Fujimura Buzzbuzzhome Corp. June 29, 2010 Russian espionage. It brings to mind images of James Bond, Ronald Reagan and, well, some pretty badass people. Now there’s another one to add to the list. And she was an agent at Redfin… huh?? According to TechFlash: [Tracey] Foley, who was hired as a contract field agent by Redfin in February, was based in the Boston area along with her husband and two teenage sons…According to her application, she had worked since … Read More
Kiyoko Fujimura Buzzbuzzhome Corp. June 29, 2010 When it comes to financial hardship, people are willing to do just about anything to get out of it. I’ve heard of female university students donating eggs, but cosigning a loan for a fee is a new one. Angela Isaacs is definitely a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. It began in 2004 at a Tim Hortons when a stranger approached her after overhearing her conversation about financial … Read More
Matthew SlutskyBuzzBuzzHomeJune 29, 2010 I continually hear conflicting thoughts about the housing market in Vancouver. To be a bubble; or, not to be a bubble? That is the question. No matter our Canadian opinion, it appears that Americans are beginning to answer with BUBBLE. Check out below what Bloomberg Business has to say: “All that safety and stability has come with a price. It may have overinflated prices. At least that’s how some doubters see it. One Vancouver wag has … Read More
BuzzBuzzHome June 28, 2010 FIVE Condos at 5 St. Joseph [map] opened this past weekend and is already two thirds sold! A fantastic location in the strategic hub of many of Toronto’s most exciting amenities, outstanding architecture, and sophisticated interiors with cool indoor amenities is a winning combination at this sought after downtown address. FIVE is the first condominium by Five St. Joseph Developments Ltd. – a joint venture between Graywood Developments Ltd. and the newly formed MOD Developments Inc. … Read More
