Entries by Sandra

One Size Does Not Fit All When it Comes to Aging in Place

I spend a lot of time sharing stories about downsizing, but another option as we grow older is to age in place. According to an article about aging in place by Jennifer Legge, a Yale study “revealed that persons with a positive attitude toward aging lived on average 7.5 years longer than those who feared […]

How to find good tenants for your investment property

Finding a good and reliable tenant for your rental or investment property in the Greater Toronto Area isn’t always easy. It can be a time-consuming task, but there are several things you can do to help you find the perfect tenant. The most important thing to start with is making yourself familiar with the local […]

Why Toronto Condos Can Be a Great Real Estate Investment

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic still lingering in Canada, this can still be an ideal time to enter into real estate investment, especially Greater Toronto Area condominiums.   The average price for a Toronto condo in January, 1996 was $133,600 while in May of 2020 it had reached $578,280 for an appreciation of approximately 332 percent […]

5 Smart Strategies For Investing In Toronto Real Estate

Investing in Toronto real estate can be a profitable venture if done properly. Here are five smart strategies to help you reach your financial goals.   Buying and Holding The goal here is to purchase a rental property for as low as possible and hold onto it long-term. In this scenario, the tenants will gradually […]

10 Things To Do In Vaughan This Summer

After spending the last months of winter indoors due to COVID-19, it’s time to get outside and take advantage of the wonderful physically distant activities in Vaughan. Grab your rackets, your sneaks, your best friend, or your yoga mat and move your body, even if it’s just to a newly reopened restaurant patio. There’s plenty […]