Oliver Craven at Sotheby's International Realty Canada

09/14/2026

What Does a Real Estate Agent Actually Do?
An agent provides structure across five key areas: pricing strategy, market analysis, marketing or search ex*****on, negotiation, and transaction management. This structure helps improve outcomes and reduce risk for both buyers and sellers.

A real estate agent manages the full strategy, coordination, and ex*****on of a property transaction on behalf of a buyer or seller. This includes pricing strategy, market analysis, marketing, negotiation,...

05/29/2025

Top-Tier Real Estate: Spring 2025 State of Luxury Report

A promising rebound in Canadian real estate early at the start of 2025 was swiftly derailed by rising Canada–U.S. trade tensions, the threat and implementation of tariffs and counter-tariffs, and...

04/29/2025

Interest Rates Impact the Market

When interest rates are low or drop, more people can afford a mortgage, which can lead to increased demand and competition among buyers. This can lead to higher asking prices, as buyers compete for a limited supply of homes on the market.

In Canada, the key interest rate – which is the rate at which banks are able to borrow money when they are low on reserves funds – is determined by...

11/11/2022

    Capital Developments and Reserve Properties have recently released a fresh set of renderings highlighting the 8 Elm amenity spaces. The list of amenities includes multi-level retail stores, adaptability, reusability of the heritage building and spacious community spaces. But the whopping const...

11/10/2022

Check out my new Listing

Absolutely Outstanding, Once-in-Lifetime Opportunity to own the Ultimate Luxury Residence at the Brewery Lofts!
This gorgeous 1-Bedroom / 1.5 Bath Executive Suite features 14.5 ft ceilings with walls of glass offering Panoramic south-west vistas of the Toronto skyline with unforgettable sunsets. Featuring best-in-class and second-to-none finishes with over $750,000 spent in upgrades and renovations.

Address: 90 Sumach St, Toronto - Suite #608
Price: $3,250,000
Suite Details: 1 Bed / 1.5 Bath
Suite Size: 2,250 sq. ft.

🔗 View details at https://sothebysrealty.ca/en/property/ontario/greater-toronto-area-real-estate/toronto/1029677/

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11/11/2021

Colours of Japandi Design

By: Oliver von Bretten & Associates Colours of Japandi Design Tags: Japandi design blends Japanese and Scandinavian interpretations of minimalism. Each style use minimalism and nature to create harmony. Japanese design does this through the Zen Buddhist worldview of wabi-sabi, which embraces and cen...

07/16/2021

2021 Mid-Year Top-Tier Real Estate Report

By: Oliver von Bretten & Associates 2021 Mid-Year Top-Tier Real Estate Report* Tags: Renewed confidence in Canada’s post-pandemic return and economic recovery bolstered gains across the country’s major metropolitan luxury real estate markets through the first half of 2021. As the Bank of Canada ...

02/10/2021

Check out my latest listing at the Luxurious Shangri-La Private Estate Residences with stunning views of the City and Lake Ontario featuring unforgettable sunsets. Premium, North West 2-bedroom plus family plus library suite/Den, and with a 2-car private garage.

Boasting over 2,000 sq.ft of top-of-line living space.

Enjoy a Best-in-class, Second-to-none, lifestyle featuring a 24-hour concierge, gym, pool, hot tub, sauna, steam rooms, Hammam spa, Momofuku, housekeeping, room service, valet, limousine services, and much more.

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Offered for Lease at CAD $9000/month

Photos, map, description for 180 University Ave #5303, Toronto, Ontario. Search homes for sale and neighborhood info for 180 University Ave #5303, Toronto, Ontario on Sotheby's International Realty ...

02/08/2021

Check out my latest listing at One St. Thomas private residence. A boutique luxury building, rarely available, the epitome of luxury, sophistication, exclusivity and privacy.

A spacious 1246 sqft corner suite with fireplace and walk-out terrace. Separate dining room or den/office. 10' ceilings, large master with en-suite bathroom. Amenities include a 24-hour concierge and valet, fitness room, a gorgeous spa, indoor pool, and guest suites.

Steps to Bloor street, Yorkville shops, restaurants and much more.

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Offered for Lease at CAD $5700/month

Photos, map, description for 1 St. Thomas St , Toronto, Ontario. Search homes for sale and neighborhood info for 1 St. Thomas St , Toronto, Ontario on Sotheby's International Realty ...

01/21/2021

7 Trending Colours for Living Rooms

By: Oliver von Bretten & Associates 7 Trending Colours for Living Rooms Tags: The living room is the heart of your home, and it’s also your most versatile space. While kitchens are for cooking, dining rooms are for eating, and bathrooms and bedrooms are self-explanatory, the living room is the onl...