Richard Silver

Archive for November, 2008

Downtown Toronto: Cabbagetown

Cabbagetown is a Village in the middle of a big City. One of the many that make Toronto great and one of my favourite areas for its' diversity. You can have a great coffee at the Jet Fuel Cafe and be verbally abused by the owner, lovingly named Johnny Jetfuel. Do not order a non-fat, no-foam Latte in a double cup (my usual Starbucks order) or you'll be told "You'll get it how I make it, with 2%, in one cup,...Continue Reading...

Downtown Toronto Real Estate: Days on the Market.

One of the most important trends to watch in Real Estate is the average number of days on the market. Over the past year there has been an increase in the days on the market from 30 days in the most active market to our recent level of 38 days. To Sellers this means that expectations have to change and for Buyers this means that there is not the urgency to buy...however do not be surprised when great properties still sell quickly and for good prices....Continue Reading...

Toronto Real Estate: Getting Ready For Sale!!

Before you think of putting your home on the market, call your REALTOR and ask them for a brutally honest discussion of issues that they think should be addressed in your home  before listing. Here are a few tips to keep in mind that might help you on an ongoing basis so pre-listing preparation is kept to a minimum.    Remove all clutter. Visually simplify each room. Let a purchaser imagine their decor in your home. As well, you limit your market if your...Continue Reading...