July saw a record number of Toronto-area homes sold, with an average selling price of $609,236 for the month. According to Mark McClean, Real Estate Board President: “9,880 homes sold in the Greater Toronto area in July 2015, representing an 8 per cent increase from the...
Back in the 1950s, Toronto was considered one of the most dull cities on earth. The 1960s and 1970s helped transform the city from a stolid town into a dynamic cultural center that's currently on the precipice of being an international presence. Unfortunately, city planners likely didn't...
Many homeowners dream of having a yard of their own. There are many benefits to having and maintaining a yard with your house, that are both private and public. Although a yard can be aesthetically pleasing, they also come with a few other upsides that...
For many years, condos were offered as the ideal home. With advertising all over the city, it’s easy to see why many people agreed, but times are changing. People are beginning to see the numerous issues faced by those who live in condos. Size Condos are small....
Property taxation is a major source of funding for the municipality, school boards and county, which require the funding to support their programs and deliver their services to the public. Depending on what kind of property you hold and what amenities it has, you could...
An Autumn in Alliston The town of Alliston offers a variety of great events that everyone from ages 3 to to 103 can enjoy. This fall, a variety of shows, events and workshops bring the community together to enjoy one of the most beautiful times of...
If you’re on the verge of choosing one of the many new homes in Alliston or anywhere else you no doubt have people giving you tons of advice. With so much unsolicited input, the right course of action is often a little muddled. Here are a few examples...
If you’re buying new homes in Alliston or elsewhere, you should know what to look for to make sure you’ve made the right choice. Just because it’s new doesn’t mean it’s perfect. If you know what signs to look out for though, you won’t have any surprises once...
Alliston, a popular settlement within Simcoe County, is home to the annual Potato Festival, which celebrates the area's popular cash crop, and the picturesque Riverdale Park, situated to the north of the Boyne River, and PPG Park to the South. Alliston’s popularity has been increasing especially...
Alliston is not only the best potato-growing town in Canada, but also the birthplace of some of the most influential people in the world. From politicians to sports stars, this charming settlement in Simcoe County has born, bred and been home to famous and notable...