Are there too many condos in Toronto? Real estate wiz Brian Persaud takes on this contentious issue


    The following is a guest post by Brian Persaud, a Toronto based real estate agent, investor, analyst, TV show host, producer and author of the forthcoming book "Investing in Condominiums". He is a provider of Toronto condominium information and a good friend to the folks of BuzzBuzzHome. Read more

    A day at the Beach in November? You better believe it! Beach Club Lofts holding exclusive preview event this weekend [PICS]


    Those temperatures won't be going back up any time soon, so a day at the beach might seem like a "strange" concept at the moment.But it's not too hard to imagine spending a day at the Beach Club Lofts, the boutique residence by Zen Homes that's only Read more

    We're feeling like nobility just looking at these new renderings from The Royal Collection


    When you're searching for homes in a place like King City, we're guessing you might be looking for something with a hint of royalty. Well, this project by Zancor Homes registers pretty high on the royalty scale, so high in fact, that they simply named it The Royal Read more

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    Le Peterson’s concierge program combines luxury services with practical considerations

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    Le Peterson MalenCondo-dwellers know very well how convenient having a concierge can be. From signing for packages to bringing that extra degree of safety to their home life, having an experienced individual at the front desk is a must-have amenity.

    Le Peterson, a 31-storey tower set to rise in the heart of downtown Montreal, has taken concierge service to the next level. Among the many high-end amenities available at the Malen Capital and Benvenuto Group project, the extensive concierge program, known as “Peterson” is sure to turn heads.

    In fact, there are so many helpful tasks that the “Peterson” concierge can help you with that there’s a special event detailing all the perks. Read more

    Interested in investing? This Le Peterson event will give you all the intel on the Montreal market

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    Le Peterson ExteriorIt’s a sleek, design-forward building in the heart of downtown Montreal. But do Le Peterson condos have great investment potential?

    On Thursday April 11th from 5:30 to 9 pm, you can drop by the sales centre (405 rue de la Concorde) to get all your questions answered.

    Whether you plan on renting out a suite or have capital appreciation in mind, a panel of experts will sharing their industry advice. Topics of discussion include an analysis of the Montreal condo market as well as the submarkets of the downton and Griffintown, the results of a recent rental market survey and the economic data you need to know.  Read more

    Le Peterson unveils sleek new rendering and announces exclusive design event

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    Le Peterson renderingIn a just released rendering, the distinctive architecture of Le Peterson clearly shows how the tower will be a bold new addition to the Montreal skyline.

    With large, rounded balconies, the new undertaking by Malen Capital and Benvenuto Group boasts plenty of daring curves. The out-of-the-box design for the 31-storey tower was envisioned by Bruno St Jean of NEUF. Read more

    First-time buyers invited to check out Le Peterson event in Montreal

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    Le Peterson Exterior RenderingMontrealers considering getting their feet wet in the property market take note: Le Peterson will be hosting a special event for first-time buyers at their sales centre at 405 rue de la Concorde in Montreal on February 7th.

    After a similar event inviting property newbies to tour the model of a Le Peterson suite last fall, developers Malen Capital and Benvenuto Group are encouraging people to consult with experts on hand about everything from finance to the features of the new development.

    From 5:30 to 9pm, multi-prêts agents will be available to help with mortgage applications and guide first-timers through the finer points of negotiating the best possible mortgage terms. Read more

    Le Peterson holding a first time buyer event on November 22nd

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    Le Peterson will be celebrating a first time buyers event on November 22nd at their sales centre at 405 rue de la Concorde in downtown Montreal.

    Potential purchasers will have the opportunity to tour the model suite, admire the detail in the scale model and learn more about the special mortgage incentive for first time buyers. The event begins at 5:30 and wraps at 9:30 — more than enough time to head over after work to scope out this unique Montreal development located in the heart of the Quartier des Spectacles. Read more

    Buzz Talk with Mitchell Abrahams [INTERVIEW]

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    Mitchell Moss (left) and Mitchell Abrahams (right) at Le Belvedere Hampstead

    Today we’re buzzing with Mitchell Abrahams, President of The Benvenuto Group.

    Mitchell has made waves in Toronto with high-end projects like the Benvenuto conversion and 83 Redpath at Yonge and Eglinton. Hailing from Montreal, he’s now set to take his native city by storm with a trio of incredible, forward-thinking projects — Le Peterson, Le Belvedere and Onyx.

    We chat with Mitchell about the evolution of the Montreal condo market, what sets Le Peterson apart from other developments in the city and why he’ll be a Habs fan until the end.

    Enjoy! Read more

    Le Peterson: vendu à 75% en un jour

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    La fin de semaine d’ouverture pour Le Peterson a connu un grand succès. 75 % des lofts sont déjà vendus!

    Le Peterson  est situé sur la rue de la Concorde, entre la rue Sherbrooke et l’avenue du Président-Kennedy. En plein cœur de l’un des quartiers les plus en vue de l’île, vous trouvez, à deux pas de l’édifice, tous les charmes du Quartier des spectacles. Read more

    Le Peterson: Votre loge sur le Quartier des spectacles

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    Si vous êtes à la recherche d’un loft exceptionnel à Montréal, nous avons ce qu’il vous faut.

    En plein cœur de l’un des quartiers les plus en vue de l’île, Le Peterson est situé dans la rue de la Concorde, entre la rue Sherbrooke et l’avenue du Président-Kennedy. Vous trouvez, à deux pas de l’édifice, tous les charmes du Quartier des spectacles: théâtres, festivals, restaurants, musées et boutiques. Read more

    The new renderings of Le Peterson have us floored

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    le peterson lounge renderingWe’ve been waiting with bated breath to see more renderings of Le Peterson and now that they’ve arrived, we’re definitely not disappointed.

    How could we be? We’ve now got renderings of everything from the lounge (on your left) to the lobby of this sweet Montreal project.

    Out of the loop on this one? Well, please allow us to fill you in.

    As we told you last week, Le Peterson is ideally situated for anyone looking to live in downtown Montreal. The 35 storey development will rise above Rue de Bleury near Rue Sherbrooke.

    Suites range in size from 480 to 1500 square feet. Malen Capital and Benvenuto Group are the developers behind this stellar project, a veritable development dream team.

    And now on to the main event… Read more

    When it comes to downtown Montreal living, Le Peterson is looking unbeatable

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    lepetersonexteriorWe’re not sure if those in the Quebec real estate market use the phrase “emplacement, emplacement, emplacement” but if they do, they’re certainly saying it about Le Peterson.

    The new Montreal condo project by Malen Capital and Benvenuto Group is ideally situated for anyone looking to live in the heart of Montreal. For the scholarly among you, the 35 storey development is steps away from McGill University and Universite du Quebec a Montreal.

    For the artistically inclined, you’ve got Place des Arts only moments away as well as the Place des Artes Metro station for when you want to get a little further out of the downtown core. Read more