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Welcome to my April newsletter!
There are some big changes coming to the Toronto real estate market, including foreign buyer's tax, rent controls, speculator's taxes and more; and they will be taking effect almost immediately. The government has implemented a "16 point" plan which is detailed
here OR
click here for a piece on the changes from the Globe and Mail.
One of the reasons the changes are being implemented? Toronto home prices were up over 33% in March 2017 as compared to March 2016. Full market news is below, along with the city's best croissants, some terrific photos of Toronto at night and a few ways to participate in Earth Day, which happening this Saturday.
Don't miss my featured listings this month; a sunny, south-east facing corner suite for sale at Radio City and an executive townhome for lease in Hogg's Hollow!
Check out
www.be-at-home.com for exciting real estate opportunities!
Brian Elder
Sales Representative,
Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.
416 921 1112
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Toronto Photographer Captures Moody Streetscapes
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Zach Bird grew up in Whitby, but he first started coming to Toronto for skateboarding competitions. When he later got into photography, it completely changed how he saw the city.
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The Best Croissant in Toronto
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The best croissant in Toronto changes good mornings into great ones every day. Buttery, flaky, airy, made up of a seemingly infinite number of micro-thin layers, these breakfast pastries are the perfect rich accompaniment to a cup of bitter black coffee, and luckily can be found on one’s way to work (or back to bed) all over the city.
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What To Do On Earth Day In Toronto: April 22
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Saturday, April 22 is Earth Day and there are plenty of environmentally friendly, nature-themed activities planned across the city. Whether you decide to plant a tree, help build an adventure playground, or catch some wild earth-inspired art, get outside and show your love for Mother Nature.
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Modern, South Facing Suite at Radio City
285 Mutual Street #1906:
$629,000
Open House: Saturday and Sunday 2-4pm
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Urban dweller's south-east corner suite (over 800 sf), modified two bdrm w/ 2nd bdrm wall removed and easily reinstalled. A creative free-flowing floor plan with upgraded kit., granite counters & tons of storage. Private master w/semi-ensuite bath, sun-soaked open concept den/2nd bdrm perfect as home office. New engineered hardwood thru'out. 9' flat ceiling, HUGE private balcony featuring fab south views, Style, view & location, this one has it all!
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Lease: Executive Condo Townhome
10 Cole Millway: $6,500 per month
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Fully furnished and equipped four-story, three bedroom executive condo townhome in Hogg's Hollow. Over 3700 square feet with an expansive living/dining room with wood burning fireplace. The renovated, eat-in kitchen is sun-soaked. The spacious master has an ensuite and the home has a two car garage. A unique, sophisticated and cozy community close to parks, tennis, golf, transit, restaurants and shopping.
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Ontario To Query Citizenship, Residency For Real Estate Purchases Starting Monday
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Starting Monday, homebuyers in Ontario will have to provide more information about their citizenship and place of residence when they buy a piece of real estate anywhere in the province.
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Toronto Real Estate Board Market News
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Toronto Real Estate Board President Larry Cerqua announced that Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 12,077 residential sales through TREB’s MLS® System in March 2017. This result represented a 17.7 per cent increase compared to the 10,260 sales reported in March 2016. For the TREB market area as a whole, annual sales growth was strongest for condominium apartments and detached houses.
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NOT INTENDED TO SOLICIT BUYERS/SELLERS ALREADY UNDER CONTRACT.
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