This video is a short introduction to my video series entitled “How to Sell Your Condo and Buy a House”. In this series I give tips and advice for Toronto condo owners who are making the move from a condo to a house. If you are thinking about selling your condo and buying a house […]
One mistake that many condo sellers make is having too many showing roadblocks. Showing roadblocks are anything the impedes potential buyers and real estate agents from showing your property. If you want to sell your condo quickly and for top dollar, you need to ensure that you get as many showings as possible, and to […]
You may or may not have experienced a bidding war when you bought your condo, however, when you are shopping for a house in Toronto, bidding wars are a reality that just about everyone has to deal with. First of all, bidding wars are extremely common in Toronto’s best neighbourhoods. Even though people like […]
If you are having trouble viewing this video, go here. Unless you live on the penthouse level of your condo, the roof of your building is probably something you have never thought about. HOWEVER, when selling your condo and buying a house, you need to know that the roof of your home is one of […]
If you are having trouble viewing this video, go here to see it on Youtube. 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 […]
There are some signs of cracks forming in the foundation of the ultra-luxury condo market in Toronto. Two months ago I wrote a blog post about the Absorption Rates at some downtown condos, and how units at brand new, high-end buildings are not selling. At that time, there was a 30 month supply of inventory […]
When I have my first conversation with a new buyer-client, I often hear them say, “I want something brand new, never lived in!”. While I can definitely resonate with the appeal of moving into a brand new space, there are some notable drawbacks with living in a brand new condo. Here are my top-5 Disadvantages […]
Harbour Square. built around 1980. Photo courtesy downtownphotos.ca I just got an email from a National Post writer who is writing a story about older condos and especially the trend of buying and older condo and renovating it to today’s standards. Below is an email that I sent to the writer. I have no idea […]
There are two trends that condo buyers will want to keep an eye on in the next several years. 1. Disappearing Parking Spots. There are now countless buildings downtown that are under construction that will have multiple-times more units than parking spots available. RCMI Condos by Tribute is actually being built with no parking spots at […]
Introduction to a New Video Series: How to Sell Your Condo and Buy a House
March 19, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Videos
This video is a short introduction to my video series entitled “How to Sell Your Condo and Buy a House”. In this series I give tips and advice for Toronto condo owners who are making the move from a condo to a house. If you are thinking about selling your condo and buying a house […]
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How to Sell Your Condo and Buy a House: TOP 5 SHOWING ROADBLOCKS
March 19, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Videos
One mistake that many condo sellers make is having too many showing roadblocks. Showing roadblocks are anything the impedes potential buyers and real estate agents from showing your property. If you want to sell your condo quickly and for top dollar, you need to ensure that you get as many showings as possible, and to […]
Read more
How to Sell Your Condo and Buy a House: BIDDING WARS
April 16, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Videos
You may or may not have experienced a bidding war when you bought your condo, however, when you are shopping for a house in Toronto, bidding wars are a reality that just about everyone has to deal with. First of all, bidding wars are extremely common in Toronto’s best neighbourhoods. Even though people like […]
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How to sell your condo and buy a house: ROOFS
April 20, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Videos
If you are having trouble viewing this video, go here. Unless you live on the penthouse level of your condo, the roof of your building is probably something you have never thought about. HOWEVER, when selling your condo and buying a house, you need to know that the roof of your home is one of […]
Read more
How to Sell Your Condo and Buy a House: TOP 5 STAGING TIPS
April 24, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Videos
If you are having trouble viewing this video, go here to see it on Youtube. 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 […]
Read more
Warning Signs in the Ultra-Luxury Market
November 30, 2011 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
There are some signs of cracks forming in the foundation of the ultra-luxury condo market in Toronto. Two months ago I wrote a blog post about the Absorption Rates at some downtown condos, and how units at brand new, high-end buildings are not selling. At that time, there was a 30 month supply of inventory […]
Read more
Top-5 Disadvantages of Living in a Brand New Condo
January 3, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
When I have my first conversation with a new buyer-client, I often hear them say, “I want something brand new, never lived in!”. While I can definitely resonate with the appeal of moving into a brand new space, there are some notable drawbacks with living in a brand new condo. Here are my top-5 Disadvantages […]
Read more
Buying an Older Condo In Toronto: Is it a Good Investment?
March 9, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
Harbour Square. built around 1980. Photo courtesy downtownphotos.ca I just got an email from a National Post writer who is writing a story about older condos and especially the trend of buying and older condo and renovating it to today’s standards. Below is an email that I sent to the writer. I have no idea […]
Read more
Two Trends to Watch in the Toronto Condo Market
May 25, 2012 / by Andrew la Fleur / Insights
There are two trends that condo buyers will want to keep an eye on in the next several years. 1. Disappearing Parking Spots. There are now countless buildings downtown that are under construction that will have multiple-times more units than parking spots available. RCMI Condos by Tribute is actually being built with no parking spots at […]
Read more