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Welcome to Meet the Agent, an ongoing series profiling real estate agents from across Canada. With more than 150,000 agents, brokers, and salespeople working in 75 different boards and associations across the country, we thought it was about time they had a place to properly introduce themselves. If you or someone you know deserves the same chance, email agents@storeys.com to apply.THE DETAILSName: Jill WarrAreas of Focus: Toronto WestPersonal Channels: Instagram | LinkedIn | WebsiteYears of Experience: 9THE INSIGHTSWhere did you grow up?I grew up in Northern Ontario and moved to Toronto in 2001.Where do you live now, and what neighbourhood…
This week, full-service real estate brokerage Living Realty, Inc. announced its new affiliation with Keller Williams Realty, Inc. (KW).According to Ian Davies, Regional Development Director, Keller Williams, the unity of the Living Group of Companies subsidiary — a leading Greater Toronto Area (GTA) brokerage — and Keller Williams Realty, Inc. — the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count — marks the largest independent company to join a franchise in industry history.Real estate veteran Stephen Wong is the visionary behind The Living Group’s success. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Markham, it’s one of the largest independent real estate…
It’s been just shy of six years since Choice Properties REIT made their intentions known for 985 Woodbine Avenue and 2078, 2086, 2100, 2102 and 2106 Danforth Avenue. Choice, the real estate arm of George Weston Limited, first filed plans for the 1.6-acre site in February of 2019, but at that time, they were after nine- and 15-storey buildings with a total of 402 residential units. The latest rendition of the plans up the ante on all counts, calling for a 10-storey residential building (along Strathmore Boulevard) and 35-storey mixed-use building (along Danforth Avenue), which would jointly contain just over…
With the meteoric rise in AI tools over the past couple of years, consumers are empowered to seek out answers where they would have otherwise needed a person’s help, and real estate is no exception to this disruption. It doesn’t help that stereotypes and misinformation around an agent’s role persist: are their contributions actually helpful, or just a money-grab? Todd Shyiak, executive vice president of CENTURY 21 Canada, says that while AI tools will inevitably influence the real estate industry, the trust and connection agents build with their clients isn’t going anywhere. “We know that having to adapt and change…
In the Collingwood countryside — AKA: one of Southern Ontario’s most beloved regions, known for its world-class ski resorts and proximity to Georgian Bay — sits a charming-yet-luxurious farmhouse that you must get acquainted with. While the home itself, a Georgian-style executive, exudes refined taste and personality, what sets it apart is the wealth of creature comforts, amenities, and features it offers. Off the top, some stand-out perks include an indoor squash court, a hot tub and spa room, multiple apple orchards, and much more. Perched on over 58 acres of land, and with five spacious bedrooms and a three-car…
Canadian real estate sales are returning to normal, but prices suffered another setback last month. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data shows the price of a composite benchmark, or typical, home, fell in December. Despite demand returning and an ambitious start to 2024, the year closed out with losses doubling the rate seen a month prior. Optimism over growing prices is fading as the market’s fundamentals shift, and more uncertainty begins to appear in major markets. Canadian Real Estate Prices Slipped Last Month, Largely Moved Sideways Since 2021 The price of a typical home across Canada, a.k.a. the CREA composite…
As we begin 2025, it’s time to face up to our dire housing crisis and come up with serious fixes to the problem. Failure to do so will inevitably affect our economic well-being and lead to grim consequences. Like Captain James T. Kirk declared at the beginning of each Star Trek episode, it is time “to boldly go where no man has gone before.” This year will be pivotal for the new housing market. We are at an inflection point, staring into the abyss. In Ontario, the goal of building 1.5 new million homes by 2031 now seems but a…
The City of Toronto is set to consider plans for a 30-, 35-, 40-, and 45-storey mixed-use development that would deliver 1,819 residential units, including 342 affordable housing units, to Etobicoke, as well as a new public park, and extensive programming space for a number of non-profit operations. The ambitious plans are thanks to a non-profit partnership between Community Affordable Housing Solutions (CAHS) and Haven on The Queensway, a charity that provides supports to those in need. The two organizations have teamed up to redevelop a currently underutilized site owned by 572989 Ontario Inc., 1545 Queensway Inc., 1370443 Ontario Limited,…
Canadian real estate sales are picking up but prices haven’t budged, and they aren’t expected to in the near future. BMO Capital Markets believes the Great Canadian real estate stagnation may have just kicked off. Despite a sharp cut to interest rates and normalization of buyer volumes, prices are still moving sideways. Those expecting a rocket-like recovery are in for disappointment. The bank warns that prices remain too high, and the lack of affordability will throttle demand—even with falling interest rates. The Great Canadian Real Estate Stagnation Kicks Off The hype around falling interest rates have so far failed to…
Buying a home is a major life milestone, and for many, finding that perfect ‘dream home’ feels like the culmination of years of hard work and saving. But what happens when the home you fall in love with turns out to need more than just a fresh coat of paint? Let’s be real—you knew it was a fixer-upper when you signed the papers. But that doesn’t mean you should feel overwhelmed. This is your chance to roll up your sleeves and make your new home truly reflect your style and needs. With the right tools and a positive mindset, you…