So you bought your significant other a sweater the week before Christmas to give as a gift on December 25th. Then while you were out at the same store this week you noticed that same sweater is now 50% less than what you paid for it! This is a perfect time of year to talk […]
The spring market doesn’t officially start until, well, spring. But anyone who is shopping for a condo (or a house) in Toronto knows that the market is H-O-T right now, and multiple offers are not the exception, but the norm. Over the years of working with buyers and sellers in multiple offer situations, you learn […]
New condos are launching at a rate of about one per week right now in the downtown core. However, don’t be mistaken in thinking this means solid investment opportunities are coming at a rate of one per week! In fact, there is usually a negative correlation between the number of new condo launches and the […]
There are dozens and dozens of units available for sale at Festival Tower. Most have been sitting on MLS for months as assignments (tricky to sell at the best of times), but now that the building is registering in a matter of days I expect these units will start moving quickly. I noticed something quite […]
Summer can be a great time to be a buyer in the resale market. There are a few months a year where the market cools down long enough to actually create the right conditions for a deal to be had. The first is obvious to most people: December and January when everyone is distracted by […]
When buying a new condo, you need to be aware of the costs involved. Buying a new condo is not the same as buying a resale condo, there are additional costs you will incur on closing day. The sales people at the condo sales centres will NEVER bring any of these items to your attention. A […]
With several dozen new condos expected to launch over the next 60-90 days in Toronto, the question for investors is quickly becoming: Which one(s) do I invest in? If you believe the prevailing message of the condo marketing machine, newer is always better. That is, getting into a condo at the earliest stage is always […]
Location is the most important factor when considering any real estate investment. You can change many things about a property, but you can’t change its location, therefore it’s vitally important for any condo buyer to understand exactly what makes a good location good. Why do some condos appreciate at higher rates and command higher resale […]
Selling your condo can be a surprisingly time consuming and emotionally draining task, especially if you’ve never done it before. Having a plan from the start and working with an experienced professional can help you avoid mistakes and get your home sold quickly and for top-dollar. In this video, I give you my top-5 most […]
Top-5 Things to Know about Buyer’s Remorse
December 30, 2010 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
So you bought your significant other a sweater the week before Christmas to give as a gift on December 25th. Then while you were out at the same store this week you noticed that same sweater is now 50% less than what you paid for it! This is a perfect time of year to talk […]
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One Came by Fax
March 3, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
The spring market doesn’t officially start until, well, spring. But anyone who is shopping for a condo (or a house) in Toronto knows that the market is H-O-T right now, and multiple offers are not the exception, but the norm. Over the years of working with buyers and sellers in multiple offer situations, you learn […]
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Sometimes The Best Deals are NOT Advertised
March 21, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
New condos are launching at a rate of about one per week right now in the downtown core. However, don’t be mistaken in thinking this means solid investment opportunities are coming at a rate of one per week! In fact, there is usually a negative correlation between the number of new condo launches and the […]
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How to make $100K in 3 Months
June 24, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
There are dozens and dozens of units available for sale at Festival Tower. Most have been sitting on MLS for months as assignments (tricky to sell at the best of times), but now that the building is registering in a matter of days I expect these units will start moving quickly. I noticed something quite […]
Read more
Summer is a Great Time to Buy
July 6, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
Summer can be a great time to be a buyer in the resale market. There are a few months a year where the market cools down long enough to actually create the right conditions for a deal to be had. The first is obvious to most people: December and January when everyone is distracted by […]
Read more
Statement of Adjustments from Hell
July 27, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
When buying a new condo, you need to be aware of the costs involved. Buying a new condo is not the same as buying a resale condo, there are additional costs you will incur on closing day. The sales people at the condo sales centres will NEVER bring any of these items to your attention. A […]
Read more
Newer is Better, Right?
August 23, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
With several dozen new condos expected to launch over the next 60-90 days in Toronto, the question for investors is quickly becoming: Which one(s) do I invest in? If you believe the prevailing message of the condo marketing machine, newer is always better. That is, getting into a condo at the earliest stage is always […]
Read more
What Makes a Good Location Good?
September 1, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
Location is the most important factor when considering any real estate investment. You can change many things about a property, but you can’t change its location, therefore it’s vitally important for any condo buyer to understand exactly what makes a good location good. Why do some condos appreciate at higher rates and command higher resale […]
Read more
How to Sell Your Condo and Buy a House: TOP 5 SELLER MISTAKES
March 19, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Videos
Selling your condo can be a surprisingly time consuming and emotionally draining task, especially if you’ve never done it before. Having a plan from the start and working with an experienced professional can help you avoid mistakes and get your home sold quickly and for top-dollar. In this video, I give you my top-5 most […]
Read more