Zombie Run Training Running out of things to do in the city? Bored of the same old bar every Friday? Well, check out these 4 groups that get together for events off the beaten path. You may be delighted to […]
Anything is possible once people find out what is more important to them. As more and more people become vegan, a trend will start and more people will be educated in this direction. And their lifestyle will be change accordingly […]
Happy Holidays from all of us at the Julie Kinnear Team! Peace, love and happiness for 2013!
GTA - Sales 16 per cent sales drop in housing sales in Greater Toronto Area in November compared to the same time last year has been a shock. A certain recession was predicted but 16 per cent is a […]
Here's a quick note to let you know how we can help you or anyone you might introduce to us. Our client Jen, bought a new downtown condo directly from the developer a few years ago. She enjoyed her time […]
Tom Arndt is one smart partridge in a pear tree! There are a total of 364 gifts in The Twelve Days of Christmas! Kongratulations and Happy Holidays!
500 SHERBOURNE ST., NO. 1910, TORONTO ASKING PRICE: $549,900 SELLING PRICE: $520,000 TAXES: $2,904 (2012) DAYS ON THE MARKET: 30 LISTING AGENT: Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. The Action: In an area of St. James Town undergoing […]
Beautiful Graffiti Art Piece by Anser Have a look at amazing Photo Sets all shot by talented photographers. Explore the vibe of the city, its hidden treasures, meet the Torontonians!This time, let's have a look at Toronto through the lens […]
You can lose sleep, lose your mind, and easily lose your car keys, but how do you lose a river, or even a creek? You build a city over it. Yellow Creek in the Vale of Avoca In 1995, one woman […]
Hey there! Please click above on The Beach hi-lighted in red to see what is going on in the Beach! Do you call it The Beach or The Beaches? Check out the article regarding the debate of the name! Check […]
Your Blue (recycling) and Garbage Bins are City property. When you move, leave your bins behind. To order a bin, or exchange a bin, visit toronto.ca/311 or call 311. If you are exchanging your bin, have your bin serial number […]
The first One of a Kind Kontest was so much fun. We received great photos from our very happy clients via Twitter and email. We appreciate them so much! The winner of the $100.00 HomeSense gift card for entering is Laurie […]
Phase one of Underpass Park is now complete. An innovative public park located under the Eastern Avenue and Richmond/Adelaide overpasses in the West Don Lands, it is the most extensive park ever to be built under an overpass in Canada. […]
Yeah! Toronto has added mixed rigid plastic containers to the Blue Bin recycling program. No more wondering if you can or can't, because now you can! New items accepted in the Blue Bin include: Clear clamshell containers (hinged, plastic containers […]
David's Tea at the Queen Street West, Toronto If you aren't much of a tea drinker you might be inclined to think there are just a few basic options to choose from. But you'll be in for an exciting surprise […]
December is upon us! Time for family, parties, presents and a few headaches here and there.... The JKT hope you all have a safe and very wonderful Christmas, Hanukkah and or Kwaanzaa. The last Kontest of 2012 is a gift […]
305 DURIE ST., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $659,000 SELLING PRICE $776,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICES $505,000 (2005); $325,000 (1999) TAXES $5,027 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET 7 LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear and Holly Chandler, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. 305 Durie […]
Grain by Frapestaartje In today's world where there is more bad news than good, it's no wonder that sinister stories about modern agriculture find a very attentive audience. In the past few years, blogs, newspaper articles, and TV shows have […]
The Toronto Argonauts and Calgary Stampeders will meet in the Grey Cup for just the third time in over 40 years! This Sunday, November 25th in Toronto the 100th Grey Cup will be played. Tonight, Tuesday, November 20th, fans are […]
The Blue Building by Jay Woodworth Toronto has been the top-ranked city for overall real estate prospect for years. It has been a convenient place to live for its many offices and work opportunities, gyms, shopping centres, and […]
Kongrats to Allison Varey! She is a Mo-Sister!! She is obviously not growing a "moustache" but is in full support of the cause! Enjoy your gift card to Shoppers Drug Mart!
royal winter fair QUOTE of the day: " You must be the change you wish to see in the world" Mahatma Gandhiey Happy Remembrance Day! As I write this it is a warm sunny spring like day compared to this […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS, Vol. 20, Issue 6, November 2012 Julie's Scoop From Malinda Happy Remembrance Day! As I write this it is a warm sunny spring like day compared to this quite cool, wet and grey Fall. Listening to country music […]
Elisa Strinna & Eva Cenghiaro: Wood Songs (2002). Photo by Giuditta Ambrosini in YYZ I've always imagined artists as those dreamy, detached-from-reality types who wander the streets of Toronto figuring out how to make our lives more colourful and beautiful. […]
Have you bought a new cell phone, and don't know what to do with the old one? Do you have a drawer full of old cell phones and smart phones? Now you can dispose of them responsibly, and help your […]
Cabbagetown is now considered one of Toronto's most gentrified and popular neighbourhoods. Its residents come from a wide variety of backgrounds, however they all share a strong sense of community spirit and pride in their neighbourhood, Cabbagetown Victorian houses
This website is very helpful when you are researching for a home renovator in all aspects. It ranges from A-Z, everything from Appliance repair people to Movers to Tilers. The reviews are from customers from all over Canada. People to […]
Happy November everyone! We are in the homestretch to the end of 2011. Where has the year gone?? This month's gift card is to Shoppers Drug Mart. Just answer the following skill testing question for your chance to win! One […]
Sir Henry Pellat's dream come true - the Medieval castle Casa Loma Click individual photos to enlarge and enter the Lightbox Gallery. We are introducing a brand new series of Photo Essays! Have a look at amazing Photo Sets all […]
Onward - How Starbucks Fought for Its Life without Losing Its Soul by Howard Schultz Review by Julie This book has really stayed with me. I finished it about a year ago and I still refer to it, recommend it, […]
Great article in the Star today as to where the action is on Hallowe'en in Toronto... Along with the gothic Victorian's lining the streets of Cabbagetown, this is where its at for trick or treating in Toronto! Up to 900 […]
Toronto is a great big city, with over 2.93 million residents, so there’s no wonder that even locals haven’t seen all the city has to offer. Whether you’re a tourist, have family or friends in town, or are enjoying a […]
What better way to celebrate Fall then to adopt a cat?! On October 26, 27, 28 and November 1,2,3,4, 2012 all cat adoptions are only $25 (plus tax and a licence if applicable). Each cat comes fully vaccinated, spayed or […]
The City of Toronto is working hard to recycle as many materials as possible. There are some items, however, that can not go into recycling. These items do not go in recycling: *Takeout containers with black bottom or tops (such […]
This website is awesome. Vinegar is your household must-have, here are few cleaning tips and then please click on the link for hundreds more! To shine chrome sink fixtures that have a lime buildup, use a paste made of 2 […]
431 MILL RD., TH. 3, TORONTO ASKING PRICE $389,900 SELLING PRICE $376,700 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICES $228,000 (2001); $158,000 (1995); $170,000 (1991) TAXES $2,317 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET 34 LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. 431 […]
Nagasaki seafood combination noodle Kenzo Ramen is a chain of Japanese restaurants famous for their delicious, freshly made noodle soup dishes. For those who have not yet experienced the deliciousness that is ramen, it is a Japanese noodle dish consisting […]
Construction in Toronto by JasonParis This September was quite cold for the real estate market. After the introduction of new measures aimed at cooling the market, sales really slowed down. According to the Toronto Real Estate Board, sales […]
I am a Girl This is one of the charities and social movements that The JKT are in support of! October 11 is The International Day of the Girl. They lit up the world in PINK that day! The Pyramids […]
I have just come across a good article in the Toronto Star about 5 fall superfoods that can puch up your diet! How good they are for you and how to prepare them as well! Squash Superpowers: "Squash is high […]
The Go-Giver - A Little Story about a Powerful Business Idea by Bob Burg and John Mann The Go Giver (Bob Burg and John Mann) is one of the JKT's favorite office reads in awhile! Its more of a parable […]
The Glass Castle by Jeannette Wells Review by Stephanie This is a memoir written by Jeannette Wells of her family and her memories of growing up. This memoir had my jaw on the ground for about 80% of the book. […]
They allow for absorption of runoff, recharging aquifers, and naturally filters the water before it reaches ocean, lake and river outfalls, improving water quality. It reduces the dangers from flooding and the need for huge storm drains and channels. Additionally, […]
Kongrats to Madhu Mohan for knowing that baby turkeys are called Poults. Enjoy your gift card to Dollar-Rama, they have amazing Halloween decorations!!
Happily Sold Their Downtown Condo to Move to a House! The Julie Kinnear Team has been successfully helping clients sell their first home and move up to a larger one! Here's a quick note to let you know how we […]
The U.S. Boston City Hall, Boston Boston City Hall by Wikimedia Commons If you ever come across a list of the world's ugliest buildings, Boston's City Hall will most likely be there. You probably won't be surprised if I […]
Read this fascinating article written in the New York Times all about how there are thousands upon thousands of data centers from all the search engines and internet providers WASTING power and energy - each data center using […]
The Julie Kinnear Team wishes everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!
42 EAST YORK AVE., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $599,900 SELLING PRICE $683,500 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICES $470,000 (2007); $229,613 (1999) TAXES $3,727 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET eight LISTING AGENT LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. 42 EAST […]
The 4th Annual JKT Pumpkin Patch was a success. We had clients and friends come out (some) in costume! We had lots of people donate money ($153) plus lots of food to the Daily Bread Foodbank. Mother Nature was relentless […]
Woohooo! We love the month of October! There is Thanksgiving, a time to be with family and friends. Then we gear up for The Julie Kinnear Pumpkin Patch on October 27! Check back for details on that :) in the […]
Plantagon Many will agree with me that gardening is the one of the most relaxing hobbies. There's almost nothing better than working with the soil to make your garden look like a wonderland or to grow your own organic veggies. […]
This has really stuck with me since I first heard about it from our clients... So easy for your local school to raise much needed moula!!$$$ Bag2School is your FREE fundraising solution! And it promotes the environmentally friendly Reduce, Re-use, […]
Despite Toronto's vast array of artists and creative minds, finding the right stores to help you break into the sewing field can seem challenging at first. Whether you've recently moved here, are new to sewing or have recently had your […]
The Vegetarian Festival Came to Town VegFest Booths This past weekend Toronto was treated to a delicious and informative event: The 28th Annual Vegetarian Food Festival. It took place down at the Harbourfront Centre on Queen's Quay West and […]
140 SIMCOE ST., NO. 1414, TORONTO ASKING PRICE $389,000 SELLING PRICE $415,333 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICES $314,500 (2008); $225,785 (2005) TAXES $2,109 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET six LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. 140 SIMCOE ST […]
110 RANLEIGH AVE., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $729,000 SELLING PRICE $820,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE$251,500 (1992) TAXES $6,129 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET six LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. 110 RANLEIGH AVE TORONTO THE ACTION: Within a […]
QUOTE of the day: "Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself" ~John Dewey Julie's Scoop Happy back to school! It is funny how the whole world seems to follow the school year whether you have kids or […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS, Vol. 20, Issue 5, September 2012 Julie's Scoop ..from inablackmask Happy back to school! It is funny how the whole world seems to follow the school year whether you have kids or not, must be from being […]
Kongratulations to Penny Curtis! She knows that Leslieville is the JKT Neighbourhood of the Month, enjoy your Itunes gift card.
Guerrilla Gardening Have you ever walked through the city and thought to yourself, "Wouldn't this place be so much nicer if someone took care of it?" Chances are you have since there are too many wasted spaces in […]
Toronto Skyline by Michael Tutton The average selling price for August 2012 transactions was $479,095 – up by almost 6.5 per cent compared to August 2011. The annual rate of price growth was driven by the low-rise […]
Have a look at amazing Photo Sets all shot by talented photographers. Explore the vibe of the city, its hidden treasures, meet the Torontonians! This time, let's have a look at Toronto through the lens of Viera Prievoznikova! Viera studies […]
It seemed that everyone just loved corn at the Pilaros Taste of Danforth Click individual photos to enlarge and enter the Lightbox Gallery. We are introducing a brand new series of Photo Essays! Have a look at amazing Photo Sets […]
Sweet September! The end of summer and the beginning of the fall season, how we love it so! This month's Krazy Kontest $25.00 prize is for iTunes! Just answer the following skill testing question for your chance to win! One […]
Dahlias at the CNE
The Eskimo Art Gallery Canada has always been a place with very strong aboriginal traditions, and Toronto is no exception. The first galleries selling Inuit and First Nations art opened around 30 to 40 years ago, when having a […]
City Seed Farms logo Urban farming is enjoying increasing popularity among Americans and it seems that this trend is ready to sweep across Canada as well. Cities such as New York, Chicago, and Seattle have already discovered the benefits of […]
Alleycatz Atmosphere Alleycatz is a trendy hangout, where classy restaurant juxtaposes with a high energy dance floor. Self-proclaimed as a jazz bar, but not really jazzy at all, you can expect all genres to be played during your night […]
Spadina Museum: Historic House & Gardens Front Chances are you've heard about the big museums Toronto has to offer. Maybe you're even a frequent visitor to places such as the ROM — but have you ever heard of […]
Friends of High Park Zoo would like to invite you to come and celebrate "Saving the High Park Zoo" and help to support the Zoo in the year to come! PEACOCK GALA AND SILENT AUCTION SUNNYSIDE PAVILION 1755 Lake Shore […]
Light by Lif... I admit we live in hard times; no one knows what's going to happen in the economy tomorrow, next week, or next month. Still, it can't be all that bad. There must be a light of […]
TIFF is dedicated to presenting the best of International and Canadian cinema to film lovers. It's time to plan your Festival. Go to http://tiff.net/thefestival and look to see what movies are playing and when you can buy tickets! Dates to […]
Gallery 1313 The main reason for buying art isn't investment, but the enjoyment and pleasure that a fine piece of art gives us. It's a form of expression that's unique for each and every one of us. The way we […]
Kongratulations to Cindy Massicotte for knowing that the Olympic motto is: Swifter, Higher, Stronger. Enjoy your gift card to HBC (The Bay, Zellers and HomeOutfitters)
Toronto Houses by The camera is a toy This year's July sales were less frequent when compared to the previous year. While 7,570 sales were reported last month, there were 7,683 sales in July 2011. This represents a […]
People Moving Have Something in Common! Here's a quick note to let you know how we can help you or anyone you feel comfortable introducing us to. You may notice that there are a zillion different reasons for families and […]
The Palm House at Allan Gardens Click individual photos to enlarge. We are introducing a brand new series of Photo Essays! Have a look at amazing Photo Sets all shot by talented photographers. Explore the vibe of the city, its […]
Toronto House by Ocad123 The decision to buy a property is in the majority of cases taken after thorough consideration of all the feasible alternatives that are out there. One of the dilemmas that many people have before taking […]
We are highlighting Leaside for the month of August. Check out latest house prices and statistics. Up to date restaurant and store recommendations and reviews for you too! Its a beautiful area and a great place to live and or […]
Collaborative Consumption by Jason Tester Guerrilla Futures A speaker at the TEDGlobal conference in Edinburgh, Rachel Botsman, laid out her theory about a new age of collaborative consumption. "I believe that we are living through a collaborative […]
The JKT has Olympic fever! This month's gift card is $25.00 to The Bay so you can buy yourself something from the Olympic Collection. GO CANADA!!! Just answer the following skill testing question for your chance to win! One correct […]
We did it! We hit 100,643 hits over the weekend on our Youtube channel! Woohoo - video rocks - check out our latest tours... The channel has grown exponentially this year! Thanks for continuing to tune in!
City Hall - South View by Jessica Nelson Not that long ago, the term 'green roof' generally referred to a house's paint job. Now, however, with environmental conservation wearily shouldering its way into people's awareness, a green roof is […]
St Lawrence Islands by Jason Roberts The first national park of Canada east of the Rocky Mountains, St. Lawrence Islands National Park is formed by all or part of 24 islands and more than 80 shoals and islets […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS Vol. 20, Issue 4, July 2012 QUOTE of the day: "A life without love is like a year without summer" Heat wave after heat wave! Wow! Thank goodness we're not under a water alert yet, so we can […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS Vol. 20, Issue 4, July 2012 JULIE' S SCOOP Heat wave after heat wave! Wow! Thank goodness we're not under a water alert yet, so we can continue to water our gardens a little! I know for certain […]
Excerpt from NOW Magazine ... Click for Published Version Should a young first-time condo buyer prioritize building extras or neighbourhood amenities? Real estate agent Julie Kinnear (juliekinnear.com) weighs in. Location, location, location! I know it sounds clichéd, but a young […]
Yay! Sarah Wuntke is right! In 2011 Canada's population was 34.6 million. Enjoy your Tim's :)
Vertical Garden by Bosc dAnjou Vertical gardens or (if you prefer more sophisticated terms) "vertical vegetated complex walls" are recently being rediscovered. It you think about all the possibilities of their use, it's not surprising. They can improve […]
2240 Lake Shore Blvd. W., No. 2307, Toronto ASKING PRICE $428,900 SELLING PRICE $408,000 TAXES Not yet assessed DAYS ON THE MARKET 26 LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. 2240 Lake Shore Blvd. W., Toronto THE […]
Lovely Toronto House by Rina Pitucci Greater Toronto REALTORS® released their most recent report about the June 2012 resale market. The previous month was the first in a long time when the market in Toronto did not grow. […]
The streets in Cabbagetown are lined with beautiful Victorian houses Click individual photos to enlarge them. We are introducing a brand new series of Photo Essays! Have a look at amazing Photo Sets all shot by talented photographers. Explore the […]
Roncesvalles is a hot new neighbourhood that is growing in leaps and bounds. We have been selling and buying many homes in this area for our clients and wanted to hi-lite the wonderful things about Roncesvalles. If you have a […]
Toronto by Wikimedia Commons The global economic situation is changing faster than we might want, leaving markets and businesses in an uneasy situation. Even though the Canadian economy is not dependant on Europe a great deal, shock waves […]
Pool by Josh Tidsbury In the past, people living in villages used to enjoy old wells or tanks used as swimming pools during hot summer days. These were the predecessors of modern swimming pools, and you can take a glance […]
Happy Canada to you! We hope everyone has a wonderful long weekend and summer! This month's kontest prize is to Tim Horton's! They have delicious summer treats for everyone. Just answer the following skill testing question for your chance to […]
Pukaskwa by Mark Harris Had you decided a long time ago to brave the Canadian wilderness but never actually did? Then read further, get to know about Pukaskwa National Park, and start planning your escape from the hustle and bustle […]
Park People Logo Park People is the city park voice for better parks in Toronto. Founded early in 2011, its mission is to preserve, update, and augment recreational areas in the City of Toronto, which include more than 1,600 […]
These are the changes that are to take effect on July 9, 2012. If you have any questions please email us! New Mortgage Rules to take effect on July 9, 2012 1) The maximum Amortization period will be reduced to […]
Pride Week is a 10-day arts and culture festival that celebrates diverse sexual and gender identities, and the lives of Toronto's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, queer and questioning communities. The Pride Parade (July 1 @ 2:00 pm) always features […]
Sunset at Point Pelee by Vinod Sankar Point Pelee National Park can be found in southern Ontario at the tip of Point Pelee, a long peninsula jutting abruptly into Lake Erie. One of Canada's smallest yet excitingly unusual […]
One of the main reasons we love our homes is the furniture. It enhances our rooms, makes our lives much more comfortable, and brings life into our houses. However, buying new furniture is a large investment and sometimes there's not […]
Yay, Jessica Goodman knows that June is named in honor of the Roman Goddess, Juno! Happy Shoe Shopping!
Starting a Family and Need to Move? Here's a quick note to let you know how we can help you or anyone you might introduce to us. Catherine Chamberlain was originally referred to us by one of our wonderful clients, […]
Beausoleil Island by Wikimedia Commons Georgian Bay Islands National Park, made up of picturesque islands and a small mainland area, was founded in 1929 when petitions from locals persuaded the government to establish the national park and preserve its pristine […]
Houses by Chris Tyler Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported some 10,850 homes that changed hands across the Greater Toronto Area in May 2012. The average selling price of a home in the 416 area exceeded the $568,768 of the previous […]
Ivy and Stone by Masha Summer's here and it's time to get creative and do something really cool for your house! There are many useful green projects that can help you improve your living standards during the summer […]
781 King Street West No. 512 ASKING PRICE: $359,900 SELLING PRICE: $405,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE: $330,000 (2008); $217,900 (2000); $187,000 (1999); $164,624 (1997) TAXES: $2,300 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET: 10 LISTING AGENT: Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services […]
InspiraTO Not sure if contemporary theatre is your thing? Or simply can't decide which form of drama you prefer? Then the InspiraTO Festival is just what you're looking for. It's essentially speed dating for theatre. In the span of […]
Brick Works by Loozrboy The Evergreen Brickworks sits within the watershed of the Don River, on the West side of the Don Valley Parkway, and is directly linked to Toronto's network of trails and ravines. As the name suggests, the […]
We are at the half year mark, how time flies when you are buying and selling houses!! This month's prize is $25.00 to Soft Moc! Its time for the flip-flops!! Just answer the following skill testing question for your chance […]
Friends of High Park Zoo needs volunteers this weekend between 10.00am and 4.00pm on both Saturday and Sunday (June 2 and 3), to help with the children's activities and to distribute leaflets in the park areas. If you can commit, […]
Bruce Peninsula by Wikimedia Commons The Bruce, as it's known, is an 80-kilometre limestone protrusion of scenic shorelines and green wetlands that separates Georgian Bay from Lake Huron. On a map, it can be easily spotted as […]
Toronto Skyline by George Socka If you dabble in property market trends, I'm sure you'll understand the notion that 'the Canadian real estate market' is a rather vague term. Granted there are macro factors that affect all […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS Vol. 20, Issue 3, May 2012 JULIE' S SCOOP Hope everyone had a Happy Mother's Day – be it a Mom of children, grown kids or furbabies! QUOTE of the day: "The sweetest sounds to mortals given […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS Vol. 20, Issue 3, May 2012 JULIE' S SCOOP Hope everyone had a Happy Mother's Day – be it a Mom of children, grown kids or furbabies! Wishing You All Happy Mother Day by Dawn Huczek As you […]
Money by Lauren Siegert Last month, the CBC fell victim to a highly publicized funding cut from the federal government. A quick numbers recap: $115 million will be officially cut over the next three years, with CBC president […]
The count down is on! We've had 90,696 hits on our youtube channel! Help us reach our milestone goal of 100,000! Find out how your home can be showcased there too!http://www.youtube.com/user/JulieKinnear?feature=mhum
Kongrats to Lesley Hyatt! She knew that The Jays won over the Braves to clinch their first World Series! Enjoy your shopping card to Canadian Tire!
This is one of the best ways to see Toronto! Its interesting and educational AND ITS FREE!!! If you have always thought about doing this, do yourself the favor!! http://www.toronto.com/events/doors-open-toronto/ As the city commemorates the War of 1812 Bicentennial, Doors Open […]
Downtown Toronto by David Jones Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported a strong result of 10,350 transactions recorded through the Toronto MLS System for the month of April. Toronto average home sale prices continued to increase by more than 8.5 […]
150 MOUNTJOY AVE., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $439,900 SELLING PRICE $440,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $178,900 (1997) TAXES $2,870 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET nine LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. THE ACTION: On a quiet street in […]
197 MARIA ST., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $379,900 SELLING PRICE $450,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $156,000 (2002); $115,000 (1996) TAXES $1,785 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET six LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. THE ACTION: The hot real […]
Facebook Security Tips Facebook by Jacob Btter We all know and love Facebook and Toronto is known for being one of the cities where citizens were quick to adopt this network. For some time, we were even dubbed […]
Take me out the ballgame, take me out with the crowd, buy me some peanuts and cracker jacks, I dont care if I never get back!!! The Boys of Summer are back and the JKT are excited about it!! This […]
Just a quick note to let you know how we can help you or anyone you refer to us. Quote from our clients June & Travis: "Looking for a house with Jen was a fantastic experience! We were impressed right […]
Archer DeFrance (2 yrs old) made his pic 3-D! Way to go Archer, you have won this year's Kontest. We love every single picture that comes in and it makes it always very hard to choose! We have amazing little […]
67 ELEVENTH ST., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $589,900 SELLING PRICE $636,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $339,900 (2004); $190,000 (1992) TAXES $3,021 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET eight LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. THE ACTION: New listings are […]
Bedford Park Players run of 'Bad Habit' is opening one week from today. This year's run will be at St. Michael's College School, Centre for the Arts, 7:30pm on Wed. April 25, Thurs April 26, Fri. April 27 & Sat. […]
Toronto House by Cory Doctorow Greater Toronto REALTORS® results for March 2012 show that home sales through the Toronto MLS Listings kept rising and were 8 per cent higher than a year before. The latest market update […]
138 FAIRLAWN AVE., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $729,000 SELLING PRICE $835,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $471,000 (2003); $238,000 (1991) TAXES $4,730 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET Seven LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. The Action: This semi-detached, two-storey […]
Yeah Steph Riley really knows her movies! Congrats! Enjoy your yummy Cobs gift card!!! Woohoo
760 LAWRENCE AVENUE WEST, NO. 174, TORONTO ASKING PRICE: $289,900 SELLING PRICE: $290,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE: $257,000 (2008); $167,486 (2003) TAXES $1,999 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET: Seven LISTING AND CO-OP AGENT: Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. […]
Friends of High Park Zoo needs volunteers for this coming weekend (weather permitting) Saturday ,April 14th and Sunday, 15th, from 10.00am to 4.00pm. We will be at the Llama Pen, south end of the Zoo. Sign up for 3 […]
Artscape Wychwood Barns The Wychwood Barns share their name with the Toronto neighbourhood near which they stand; two blocks south of St. Clair Avenue West, hemmed in by Christie Street, Wychwood Avenue, and Benson Avenue, and only just north of […]
I enjoy tracking what people are doing with real estate video. There are not as agents using video as you may think. The thing I find interesting is how many different unique styles there are. I'm fascinated by how unique […]
THE ANNUAL ROYAL LEPAGE GARAGE SALE SATURDAY MAY 12, 2012 GEORGE CHATER PARK - 9am - 12:00 pm WINDERMERE/BLOOR ST. WEST (behind Royal LePage office) Donate your unwanted, gently used items to our garage sale and you'll be helping women […]
76 ABBOTT AVE., TORONTO ASKING PRICE $729,900 SELLING PRICE $765,333 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $326,000 (2000) TAXES $4,100 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET Eight LISTING AGENT Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. The Action: In the residential pocket northeast […]
Its Spring, Yay!!! Flowers bloom, birds sing, bunnies lay eggs! This month's gift card is to Cobbs Bread. We highly recommend their hot cross buns for Easter Sunday brunch!! Toasted with a little bit of butter is a wee bit […]
Epicenter of Banking in Canada by Jeff The Bank of Canada announced again that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1 per cent and there is no real chance it will increase it in […]
Psycho House and Motel by Wikimedia Commons What can be considered the most famous movie house? You may have a different opinion, but I believe it is the one featured in the 1960 classic, Psycho. The house and motel featured […]
Sneeze by Mcfarlandmo More than 2 billion dollars are spent each year to fight against allergy symptoms like itchy eyes and runny noses. Treatments are getting more effective, but in addition to the recommendations of your doctor, there are […]
Knox House Toronto by Jason Vanderhill In February, home prices in Toronto grew more than economists predicted and some warnings that the forecasts for 2012 would have to be revised appeared almost immediately. What do the specialists say […]
QUOTE of the day: Spring is nature's way of saying, "Let's party!" ~Robin Williams Happy March break! Funny how the world seems to revolve around traditional school even if you don't have kids or they're not in school anymore! […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS Vol. 20, Issue 2, March 2012 JULIE' S SCOOP Campaign for Habitat for Humanity by Andreas Duess Happy March break! Funny how the world seems to revolve around traditional school even if you don't have kids or they're […]
Thank you to everyone that enters all of our Kontests thru the year and who went onto Facebook and "Liked" us too! The lucky winners of the Cadillac Fairview gift cards are: Simon Giggs and Scott Ceriko! Have a ton […]
Pet by Christopher Woo Almost every parent knows the situation: your child comes home excited and won't stop repeating stories about Benny or a similar name. It takes you a couple minutes to realize that Benny is not a new […]
Real Estate by Debbie Small Greater Toronto REALTORS® released sales statistics for February 2012 and showed the month was another very strong one for sales and prices in GTA. The number of sales exceeded the average for February […]
The Rex Atmosphere Looking for a new and exciting way to spend an evening in Toronto? Then a superb jazz bar should definitely be at the top of your list. Fortunately, The Rex, located at Queen and University, fits the […]
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Ceramic Tile by Mtneer man One of the most effective ways to make your home more environmentally friendly is to use sustainable flooring. Switching to "green" floors also benefits anyone with health concerns such as allergies and asthma, as well […]
277 WRIGHT AVE., TORONTO ASKING PRICE: $998,000 SELLING PRICE: $1,209,800 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE: $781,100 (2004) TAXES: $6,896 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET: Six LISTING AGENTS: Julie Kinnear and Holly Chandler, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. The Action: On a […]
OK peeps! Its the GRAND PRIZE KONTEST!! You have a chance of winning one of two $500.00 gift cards to Cadillac Fairview Shopping Malls. Just answer the following skill testing question for your chance to win! One correct answer to […]
THE ARTIST PROJECT 2012 - March 1-4 - Queen Elizabeth Building Exhibition Place One of our wonderful clients, Mary McLorn Valle will be at THE ARTIST PROJECT along with over 200 more artists ranging in 14 different styles of art. […]
138 PRINCESS STREET, NO. 401, TORONTO ASKING PRICE: $499,900 SELLING PRICE: $538,000 TAXES: $2,800 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET: Six LISTING AGENTS: Julie Kinnear and Holly Chandler, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. The Action: A busy open house and […]
The lifespan of residential buildings is a question of utmost importance for every homeowner. Once you build or buy a new house, you expect that it will last for a while so that your children and grandchildren can live there. […]
Black History Month in Toronto Public Library Toronto celebrates Black History Month every February to honour Canadians of African descent. Despite decades of racial discrimination, black Canadians have contributed immensely to social, economic, cultural, and political life in Toronto. Learn […]
Jennifer Chiu was right! Bill Gates is the proud owner of this impressive property! NEXT MONTH IS THE GRAND PRIZE KONTEST. PRIZES VALUED UP TO 1000.00!!!!
Night Lights of Toronto by Laura M. Bailey Last month, 4,567 sales were reported through the TorontoMLS® system by the Greater Toronto REALTORS®. The number was 8.8 per cent higher than January 2011. The sales of low-rise homes […]
Just a quick note to let you know how we can help you or anyone you refer to us. Our clients Kevin & Beth are so happy to have moved into their dream country property north west of Toronto. Even […]
The Government of Canada has renewed the The ecoENERGY Retrofit program until March 31, 2012. Homes program provides grants up to $5,000 to help homeowners make their homes more energy-efficient and reduce the burden of high energy costs. For more […]
Dean and Dan Caten by Bruno Cordioli Over time, fashion is becoming increasingly popular in Canada. Of course, Canadian cities cannot compete with the world's trendiest fashion cities like New York, London, Paris, or Milan. On the other hand, Canada's […]
Le Gourmand by Matt MacGillivray Sometimes you need a coffee, and sometimes you need a solid lunch; Le Gourmand offers you both! Located just south of Queen, on Spadina, it is a cute little café that doubles as a […]
91 GAINSBOROUGH RD., TORONTO ASKING PRICE: $499,900 SELLING PRICE: $520,000 PREVIOUS SELLING PRICES:$402,000 (2007); $221,000 (1998) TAXES:$3,440 (2011) DAYS ON THE MARKET: 6 LISTING AGENTS: Julie Kinnear, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. The Action: Several open houses and private […]
Don't we all wish we could be the answer to this question!! This Kontest prize is to Chapters-Indigo. You can buy this person's bio and read about swimming in a pool with underwater music maybe... REMINDER: Next month is the […]
Sweet Success when Referred...By Another Agent! Happy New Year! Just a quick note to let you know how we can help you or someone you introduce to us. Anna-Ly was referred to us this Fall by a fellow realtor to […]
Dark Horse Espresso Bar Atmosphere There has been a trend in some coffee shops towards mass production. The food is made in a factory and shipped out to the various locations. Because the sandwiches and baked goods have to […]
Basia Bulat by John Benson Basia Bulat (pronounced BAH-sha boo-LOT) was born in Etobicoke (now part of the City of Toronto), Ontario, in 1984. Beginning with piano at an early age, Bulat soon progressed to ukulele, guitar, saxophone, […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS Vol. 19, Issue 6, November 2011 QUOTE of the day: Happy New Year We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its […]
KINNEAR'S KOMMENTS Vol. 20, Issue 1, January 2012 JULIE' S SCOOP Habitat For Humanity JKT Happy New Year! Life is good with The Julie Kinnear Team. We had a terrific experience working together on a Habitat For Humanity project in […]
Sylvia Tyson Sylvia Tyson by Wikimedia Commons Sylvia Tyson was born Sylvia Fricker on September 19th, 1940, in Chatham, Ontario. Playing guitar and autoharp as well as singing, Fricker's first major musical forays were in coffee-houses in Toronto, […]
Toronto at night by L January 16, 2012 According to the Market Watch Report issued by the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB), 4,718 transactions occurred in the TorontoMLS® system during December 2011. The total summary of 2011 amounts to […]
Heather McCourt is going to be rocking out this month!! Our YouTube numbers are growing rapidly. Since posting this question 2 weeks ago we have another 2100 hits. Keep hitting us up, we will be up over 100,000 soon enough!
Help Save the High Park Zoo! Council is voting on Monday on the Zoo, we need to do some lobbying, please take the time to email your own Councillor and also Councillor Milcyn to save the zoo. EMAIL-Save the Zoo […]
Gordon Lightfoot by Peter Beens One of the best known Canadian folk musicians in history is still alive and singing, and living in Toronto. Born in the Ontario city of Orillia, on November 17th, 1938, Gordon Lightfoot was […]
Chase your dreams by Ignacio Palomo Duarte Have you ever considered becoming a real estate agent? If you wish to make your childhood dreams come true or just find an attractive position then real estate courses may be a good […]
ATTENTION FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS!! Filing our 2011 income tax return is something most of us are glad to put off well into the New Year (spring anyone?). You may have contributed to an RSP over the year by instalments […]
College Students by SMBCollege A career in real estate might be a good path toward earning a fortune. The knowledge required for real estate plays a crucial role in the profession. It is often as important as personal skills or […]
Happy New Year! You know how Julie loves to do her walk-thru videos! Well this year we want to be YouTube sensations!!! We have had a lot of hits but we want more!!! This month's Kontest is for $25.00 to […]