Buy & Sell
Process of Buying a Toronto Condo
October 4, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
Toronto condo purchasers, first-time home buyers especially, generally lack the knowledge to determine what they can afford when it comes to buying real estate and how the purchasing process actually works. Here is a step by step list on how to purchase a Toronto condo: 1) Start by getting pre-approved by your bank or a [...]
Buyer Representation Agreement
October 3, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
The Buyer Representation Agreement, formally known as The Buyer Agency Agreement is a contract established between a Realtor and a Buyer. It essentially outlines in writing the terms between both parties in the buying process. As everyone knows, Realtors do not get paid unless a transaction is closed. In other words a Realtor could potentially [...]
Are Downtown Toronto Studio Condos a Good Investment?
September 27, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
Further to the article written in the Toronto Star today, it appears as though downtown Toronto condos are definitely getting smaller and smaller. With one bedroom condo units with square footages averaging under 500s/f, it is no surprise that studio units are coming out in the 200-400s/f range. The question is, are these unit a good investment? In our [...]
Your Toronto Condo Outdoor Oasis
September 19, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
As the weather is starting to cool down in Toronto there is no shortage of good sales for outdoor furniture. For those watching their pennies, the opportunity to pick up good quality furniture for your outdoor oasis is ideal. There seems to always be a strong emphasis on interior decorating however these days, there are a lot [...]
Selecting a Real Estate Agent in the Toronto Condo Market
September 6, 2011 by Condo Chicks · 2 Comments
In Toronto, it seems that everyone is in real estate, is getting into real estate or knows someone in real estate. It is definitely an industry that has seen an over saturation of Realtors. Currently there is over 30 000 Realtors registered with the Toronto Real Estate Board. That is a lot of agents to choose from when [...]
How to Prepare Your Toronto Condo For Sale
September 1, 2011 by Condo Chicks · 1 Comment
When selling your Toronto condo, it is extremely important to show it at its potential. Here are a few simple things you can do to increase the attractiveness of your Toronto condo unit to potential buyers while still keeping within a budget. Some of these items are do-it yourself projects and some require the help [...]
Toronto Condos: Pre-Construction Purchase Process
August 31, 2011 by Condo Chicks · 2 Comments
The pre-construction purchase process, or PPP is structured a lot differently than purchasing Toronto Condos that are already in existence. With pre-construction real estate you are essentially purchasing off a floor plan. This can prove to be a complicated task as you cannot essentially experience the product. Even though many Toronto condo sales offices have managed to create [...]
Toronto Condos close to Bixi bikes
August 14, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
With the streets of Toronto becoming more and more congested by Toronto condos being built, driving in the city is definitely becoming a challenge. It seems that not only does it take forever to get in and out of the city, but it takes just as long trying to commute by car in the City [...]
Making a Splash in Toronto Condo Swimming Pools
July 20, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
With the summer having numerous heat waves, there seems to be a large inquiry regarding swimming pools in Toronto Condos. Nothing seems more refreshing than the thought of having your very own outdoor pool in your condo building. Very tantalizing thought. The recent launch of the Thompson Residences with it’s incredible rooftop terrace with pool [...]
New Video Testimonial from Client Marcel
July 19, 2011 by Condo Chicks · 1 Comment
The Condo Chicks received a great new testimonial from a client of theirs, Marcel who recently purchased a downtown Toronto condo.
What Percentage of the Asking Price do you Get?
July 13, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
We recently met up with a potential client who was looking to sell her Toronto Condo. During our meeting it became very evident that her main concern was knowing what percentage of the asking price we expected to deliver to her. Many Realtors use these statistics as a marketing tool for themselves by saying “Sold [...]
Investing in a Toronto Condo
July 12, 2011 by Condo Chicks · Leave a Comment
With an abundance of condos being built in the city of Toronto, investing in Toronto condos has become an integral part of the real estate market. Whether you purchase in a seller’s market or a buyer’s market, pre construction or resale, there are a few key things to consider when purchasing a Toronto condo for investment purposes. 1. Toronto [...]
