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A recent article by The Globe and Mail asked if townhouses could drive real-estate growth in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). With detached homes growing increasingly expensive, and condos being too small for families, analysts believe the GTA is due for a phase of new townhomes. “I think this year (2018) is the bottom. We’re

According to Statistics Canada’s National Cannabis Survey, about 16% of Canadians reported using marijuana in the past three months leading up to legalization. That means that more than 4.6 million Canadians are using cannabis – and that percentage climbs higher in provinces like Ontario and Nova Scotia (18% and 21% respectively). This is not an

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. With the cost of housing skyrocketing, buyers are increasingly turning their attention towards townhouses as an affordable option. They’re an ideal choice for those looking for a larger living space than a typical condominium but who aren’t in the market for a detached or

2018 was an eventful year for Toronto’s housing market. Be it the impact of an interest-rate hike by the Bank of Canada, growing housing demand or regulatory changes, these factors are likely to affect the market in various ways in 2019. Below, we’ve outlined the top 5 trends in Toronto’s housing market you must watch,

  Canadian Business Unveils 30th Annual List of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies   Toronto, ON (September 13, 2018) Canadian Business and Maclean’s today ranked ICC Property Management Ltd. No. 409 on the 30th annual Growth 500, the definitive ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies. Published in the October issue of Maclean’s magazine and at CanadianBusiness.com, the Growth

Before recent changes to the Ontario Condominium Act, there were no legal requirements governing the conduct of property management companies in Ontario. But incidents of fraud and mismanagement against property owners were a growing concern over the decades, and with the explosive growth of new condominium developments in the province - with 61,337 units under

Let’s face it: hiring the right property manager to care for your valuable real estate investment is essential. When you’re entrusting the day-to-day operations of your condo or building to an individual or an organization, making sure that they are capable and competent is the best way to preserve your rental property’s value, maximize your

Know How to Build Your Budget When Hiring Management Services for your Condo There’s no question that the Toronto condo market continues to be red hot. Despite the fact that home prices in the region plunged an average 40% over the past year, condo launch prices have actually increased 23% over the same period –

Preparation For Buying a Condo Buying a new condo in Ontario can be an exciting undertaking. But first, make sure you have a thorough understanding of the process, relevant rules and regulations, and that you know what to look out for before signing on the dotted line. It’s the best way to ensure that you

While most condominium management companies are more than eager to help their residents with maintenance issues, there are several household repairs that you can easily do yourself quickly and easily. There's no need to call in a repair service, as you more than likely have the skills and tools on hand to effect these repairs