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5 Reasons you Need to be in Muskoka this Thanksgiving weekend!

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Thu, 10/06/2011 - 2:02pm

 

This Thanksgiving long weekend, come see what Muskoka has to offer! Muskoka will see some beautiful colour for the Thanksgiving Long Weekend. Exploring Muskoka in the fall provides breath-taking scenery and various fun-filled activities for the whole family to take pleasure in. Fall fairs are synonymous with Northern Ontario, and there is much to see and do in the coming weeks. So get out and enjoy them! Here are some of our favourites.

 

The Residences of Muskoka Wharf. While in Muskoka, come see the Residences at Muskoka Wharf, where you can buy Fully Furnished Condominium Suites! We also offer an impressive rental program, as provided by the world's leading hotel chain. Book a tour today! Starting at the low price of $149,900, the Residences at Muskoka Wharf is the perfect lakeside getaway.

Live a Greener Lifestyle with these 3 Easy Tips

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 2:33pm

Living in a condominium has numerous advantages, minimal maintenance for one, but condo living also has a smaller environmental impact than residing in a single family home.  It takes less resources to build , and because a condo unit is typically surrounded by other units on three sides, it takes less energy (and money) to heat and cool than a single family home. Getting started with a green lifestyle is daunting for some people. The inertial barrier to getting started holds them back. There is no reason for this to be the case. You can start going green today and begin to enjoy the benefits of a green lifestyle immediately.

Start with one thing. Don't choose something too ambitious at the outset. Make sure that you take that one first step toward a greener lifestyle and stick with it. Stay focused and see it through to implementation. When that first green step becomes a habit, then and only then, add a new one. Here are three simple ideas for getting started.

Making the Most of your Space: Part II

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Sun, 10/02/2011 - 7:02pm

With a little added effort and time, you can transform your small space into a comfortable living area for you and your family. This article is Part 2 of 2 as you decorate your new condo. Part I was about what to do, so this second part will cover what to stay away from. Let's talk.

Making the Most of your Space: Part I

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Sun, 10/02/2011 - 4:53pm

 

When it comes to condos, staying up-to-date with the trends of style and decor is key. What’s hot and what’s not seemingly changes by the day, so choosing trendy yet timeless decorating styles and furniture pieces is the true test for the condo dweller. Be sure to keep resale value in mind when you upgrade your space. You most likely won’t be in this condo forever and

when it comes time to sell, you want the place to be attractive to a wide demographic–thus making it sell quicker. So what’s hot and what’s not in condo trends? In this two-part series, we’ll find out.

Most cities provide "reasonably affordable" housing, with one exception

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 4:00am

The Royal Bank of Canada recently reported that while most cities provide "reasonably affordable" housing, there is one HUGE exception to the rule. So, who’s tipping the scales? Our western friends, Vancouver!


As quoted in the Globe and Mail:

 

Dropping Interest Rates

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 4:07pm

 

With Cana­dian inter­est rates now on hold for the near future, Canada's gov­ern­ment may shift to tighten mort­gage rules once again to keep the already hot hous­ing mar­ket from bub­bling over, says the chief econ­o­mist of Canada’s biggest bank.

 

“As we go for­ward in an envi­ron­ment of lower rates for longer now, we may see another round of mort­gage rule tight­en­ing,” said Craig Wright, chief econ­o­mist at Royal Bank of Canada dur­ing a panel dis­cus­sion on Canada’s econ­omy at the Eco­nomic Club of Canada.

A Condo Buying Guide: What to look for when buying your first condo

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Mon, 09/26/2011 - 9:50pm

 

So, you've just bought your first condo! Congratulations! You probably bought it because the price was right, cheaper than a detached home, and you loved to the many amenities it offered: the swimming pool, party room, even the exercise room, bowling alley, the list goes on. And the maintenance fee was more than reasonable. So the next question is this: What now?

Muskoka Wharf - Events to Look Forward to

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 5:55pm

Just where exactly do we start with events at Muskoka Wharf? There are plenty occurring every day over this beautiful summer period, to whittle it all down seems plain crazy! For example, tomorrow, a run of the mill Wednesday you could get down to the Farmers Market that takes place weekly in Gravenhurst. In fact there are famers markets happening daily until Monday next week. Is your stomach rumbling yet?

If you are partial to bright lights and good movies then the next event at Muskoka Wharf could tickle your fancy... Film North, Huntsville International Film Festival is a fantastic place for upcoming Canadian filmakers to showcase their material. This takes place from September 22-24 - just after the Toronto Film Festival so there are sure to be a few stars about, get your people-watching glasses at the ready!

Coming up later in September also at Muskoka Wharf is the Muskoka Bicycle Festival who celebrate everything and everyone bicycle! Here you will find lots of musical entertainment, bicycle rides and fitness information floating around - perfect after that long summer indulging at Muskoka Wharf!

Overall there is plenty to keep both you and your family entertained at Muskoka Wharf, the cottage life is destined for everyone. This million-dollar lifestyle is not out of reach in any way for you, contact us today to find out how you can get a free tour of the condos at Muskoka Wharf and grab one now at a snippet of the original price - 25% off!

Sign up for your FREE tour here!


Condo Outlet TV Shoots for San Francisco by the Bay

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 4:37pm

On a sunny day in August Condo Outlet TV was lucky enough to grab an interview with Ralph Del Duca from Chestnut Hill Homes about a new and exciting project coming up in Pickering, San Francisco by the Bay.

San Francisco by the Bay is an exciting new development located in Frenchman's Bay, Pickering. Picture yourself on the shores of the Bay overlooking the marina soaking up this picturesque life - an ideal existence!

Two stunningly designed towers envelop the marina landscape which offer buyers the perfect combination of lakeside and urban living. Sitauted only minutes from Millenium Square and downtown Pickering it is only a matter of time before Condo Outlet TV offers you a virtual tour of this property.

Excited yet? You should be!

The amenities offered within San Francisco by the Bay are what makes it so irresistable with such offerings as a swimming pool, fitness facility and an entertainment center for guests to choose from.

Chestnut Hill Homes are renowned for developing spectacular projects and San Francisco by the Bay is no different. Their deep commitment to quality and their superb attention to detail on all aspects of their projects are what make them an outstanding property.

If San Francisco by the Bay intrigues you please contact our sales office here for more details! Don't miss out!

Condo Sales in Toronto Up by 28% from Same Period July Last Year

Posted by Roman Bondarchuck on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 5:45pm

Its official! Toronto has hit the big time. We are now playing in the big leagues against giants like London, Miami and New York. As a matter of fact the Toronto market is the fastest growing in North America right now and 60% of new home sales in 2011 were from condiminimums according to the building industry and land development association (BILDA).

Figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association show that there has been an increase of 28% on the number of condos purchased in July in Toronto from last year. This is an exciting time to be involved in the real esate market in Toronto and with 40,000 additional condominimum units still under construction it's clear the excitement is not anywhere near bubbling point yet!

For potential buyers the news gets even better - prices of condos are down 2% from June in July and the Canadian Real Estate Group has increased its sales forecast for the remainder of the year in this bustling Canadian city.

The most surprising news is that 60% of these condo-buyers bought their properties straight off plans - before construction even began as investment properites.

Bottom Line? Toronto is the place to be, interest rates are low enough to be attractive to any type of buyer no matter your budget. The condo market in Toronto is crowded so dip that toe in the water and have a look!

Source of Figures: Wall Street Journal August 24, 2011

Planning on purchasing a condo in Toronto? Download our Condo Buyer's Survival Guide HERE!

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