Tuesday, 25 May 2010

Recent articles in the media

Handing down the family cottage - Not a simple case of inheritance. The government wants a piece.

Is a cottage a good investment? - Your best bet is to buy because *you* want to use it!

How about a cottage slice? - When a full exclusive cottage might be too much for you.


Parkwood Estate in Oshawa - Designed by the same group that designed the Royal Ontario Museum.


The Brickworks - Going forward

The bar has been raised - new rules put home ownership out of range of many

More listings = more choices - Good news for buyers!

Thursday, 20 May 2010

Moving Mayhem!

Interesting article in today's Star about a police bust of a family of movers who were ripping people off.
Just like pretty much everything else these days, if it sounds too good to be true, it likely is just that. I always suggest to my clients that one of the best ways to select a moving company is to a) ask your friends for a referral - they'll know from experience and b) check for complaints registered with the Better Business Bureau.
A move in itself is stressful enough. Having your furniture held for ransom is more than anyone needs.