Margaret Lindzon: Toronto-Houses For You

12/06/2024

Great opportunity

09/12/2021

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Well maintained 2-story end unit townhome that feels like a semi. In a family-friendly neighbourhood. Lots of natural light. Spacious 4 bedrooms. The master has a balcony. 3 bathrooms and 1 used as a main floor laundry. It has a separate entrance to a finished basement featuring a bathroom and kitchenette. Close to highways, shopping, and amenties.

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90 Wingarden Court, Unit 131, Toronto, ON M1B 2K3. Click for more photos and pricing

09/11/2021

Toronto rent deals weren’t going to last forever.

In July, the average rental rate across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) increased month-over-month by 3% to $2,078, with Toronto experiencing the largest monthly increase at 4.7% to $2,167, according to the latest Bullpen Research & Consulting and TorontoRentals.com Toronto GTA Rent Report.

09/10/2021

Coming up with a sizable down payment is one of the key barriers to affording a home.

On the one hand, you want to invest your down payment conservatively so that’s it’s available once you find your ideal house. On the other hand, you would ideally like to invest your down payment so that it grows even bigger. With a bigger down payment, you can lower your monthly payments or buy...

09/09/2021

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Vaulted ceilings and an abundance of natural light characterize this 2-story 4 bedroom 4 bathroom. The kitchen is featured in the Google home ad. Every detail was attended to. Located on a cul de sac. Has a spectacular backyard with ample room for a pool and entertaining. Turnkey. Walk to shops, dining, the TTC, parks, and schools.

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258 Old Forest Hill Road, Toronto, ON M6C 2H4. Click for more photos and pricing

09/08/2021

In the hills of Silver Lake, a striking Streamline Moderne-style home that towers over the neighboring estates has found its next owner: Tara Subkoff.

The actress-turned-fashion designer who starred in films such as “When the Bough Breaks” and “The Cell” before founding the art collective and fashion label Imitation of Christ must’ve liked what she saw. She shelled out $2.25 million for the architectural abode, or $255,000 more than the ...

09/07/2021

Just this week, it was revealed that the average home price has surpassed $1 million in 90 per cent of the GTA, pandemic economic fallout be damned.

Untenably high prices are still rising, and faster than any major city on the planet; market experts projected in the spring that homes in the city will cost a whopping $275,000 more in just two years.

09/06/2021

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Market Square. 1 bedroom plus a large den and sunroom. Approximately 1300 square feet. Separate dining room. Open-concept granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances. 2 bathrooms. Amenities include an indoor saline pool, roof decks with BBQs, outdoor lounges, and gardens. Enjoy a party room, gym, squash court, hobby room, and library. Close to everything.

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35 Church Street, Unit 208, Toronto, ON M5E 1T3. Click for more photos and pricing

09/05/2021

Paying off your mortgage can mean fewer monthly obligations and more flexibility with your cash flow.

Depending on your tax situation and your available remaining assets — as well as where the pay-off money would come from — you may face financial implications that would need to sit well with you.

09/04/2021

Sure, real estate investors account for initial repairs when they buy a property following the BRRR strategy. But all too many investors make the mistake of underestimating long-term repair and maintenance costs.

Landlords should expect repair and maintenance costs every single year. This year it might be the hot water heater; next year it’s the furnace, and then the roof, and then new carpets. Onward into eternity.

09/03/2021

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This stunning and recently renovated 3 bedroom townhome is ready for you and your family to enjoy. The lower floor den/office is perfect for your zoom meetings and the open concept living and dining with walkout to the patio is excellent for entertaining. Not to mention the spacious 3 bedrooms on the upper level. With just steps to schools, shopping, and TTC.

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56 Strangford Lane, Toronto, ON M1L 0E4. Click for more photos and pricing

09/02/2021

Updating your home doesn't have to cost as much as you think.

In this article, you will find six cost-effective home improvement projects that are worth checking out, starting with renewing old flooring and installing a ventilating fan in your bathroom to buying new rugs, and adding crown molding. Take a look!