Understanding the difference between a condominium vs apartment is important for buyers and renters. Type “condo meaning in Canada” into your favourite search engine, and you’ll find that the main difference between the two is that you can buy a condo, whereas an apartment is strictly available for rent. However, there is more to it than that. If you are asking yourself, “What’s the difference between an apartment and a condo?” RE/MAX has the answers. What... [read more]

Why We’re Hooked on the Candy Factory Lofts at 993 Queen St. West A Historic Hard Loft in One of Toronto’s Best Neighborhoods Some buildings have history, but few blend heritage charm with modern urban living as seamlessly as the Candy Factory Lofts at 993 Queen St. West. Originally built in the early 1900s, this six-story red-brick warehouse once housed the Ce De Candy Company, best known for producing Rockets candy (Smarties in the... [read more]

If you’re a homeowner in Canada, you may or may not be aware of the multitude of municipal laws related to what you can and can’t do on your property. In fact, if you’ve done any research on the subject – unless you’ve scoped out your local municipality’s website or visited a government office in person – you’ve likely come across many more myths than facts. If you’re new to home ownership and find yourself wondering: “Is it illegal to... [read more]

Re-imagining Sacred Spaces: Our Thoughts on Transforming Canadian Churches into Urban Hubs We recently came across an enlightening article in the Toronto’s G&M discussing a fascinating trend unfolding across Canada—historic churches are being transformed into vibrant spaces for living, working, and playing. This idea resonates as old churches are being repurposed into everything from breweries to hotels, maintaining their soul while serving new purposes. Preserving the... [read more]

Understanding Toronto's Proposed Property Tax Increase: What It Means for You The City of Toronto is looking at a 6.9% property tax increase this year to support its $18.8-billion budget for 2025. This hike includes a 5.4% rise in residential property taxes and an additional 1.5% increase in building levy fees. For the average homeowner, this means an extra $210 on your annual bill, plus another $58 to fund improvements in transit and housing. Here’s what’s going on and... [read more]