For more information and the original article please follow this link: https://juliekinnear.com/torontorealestatenews/2007/10/24/land-transfer-affects *As of December 14 the City has indicated it will now be in a position by Feb. 1/08 to allow purchasers who are eligible for a FULL rebate […]

If you are thinking about buying a house, now is a good time to get off the fence. If you buy before December 31st, you will save thousands in tax money! On October 22, 2007 Toronto City Council approved the […]

ONTARIO EXPANDS LAND TRANSFER TAX REFUND PROGRAM   The McGuinty government is giving all first-time homebuyers a break on land transfer tax by proposing to expand the Land Transfer Tax Refund Program to include purchases of resale homes, Finance Minister […]

Christmas is a time of piece and joy. However, it's also a time when every home is decorated with lights and other electronic devices, that might be of potential danger under certain conditions. However, it's nothing to be concerned about […]

Christmas is coming! Each year, this serves as a magnificent opportunity to change the appearance of our homes a little bit and create a lovely atmosphere that will make the holidays memorable. In this article, you'll find unique tips that […]

Sunday is November 11 - a day meaningful to us all, even if we have never fought in a war or served in the military. It's a day to remember what it means to be Canadian and to be grateful […]

For all you fans of our movie reviews and Hot News - if you enjoy live theatre but are tired of the Mirvish blockbusters, you MUST check out Column 13 Actors Company's production of Our Lady of 121st Street.  The […]

Tuesday November 20 is the deadline for free eavestrough downspout disconnection service!  Call 416 392 1807 to have your downspouts disconnected for FREE by the City.  Below are all the details on why it's a good idea to have this done! […]

We're sure you've heard the raging debate on the proposed new land transfer tax, whether reading about it in newspapers for the last few months or hearing snippets of discussion on the news.  Well, despite the best efforts of the Toronto Real […]

You don't have to be a football fan or an American to love this inspiring story based on a real town's struggle to overcome grief and regain hope. We Are Marshall review

It's that time - time to replace the air filter on your furnace. For the average home, this should be done now as fall begins, and again in three months. The reason is that a dirty filter restricts airflow through […]

You can deduct eligible moving expenses from employment or self-employment income you earn at your new location if you move and establish a new home to be employed or carry on a business. You can also deduct moving expenses if […]

If you have old printer cartridges or any un-opened toiletry products around your office or home, Royal LePage can help you turn that clutter into something positive! We are collecting new toiletries to donate to The Redwood women and children's […]

Lee Khan is the winner of the 2 free passes to the CNE! Have a blast, Lee!

If you're someone who grew up watching the show, or you're looking for a generic summer action movie, Transformers is for you. Transformers review

The idea of a Simpsons movie has been passed around for nearly 15 years, is the final product worth the hype? The Simpsons Movie review

The dog days of August are upon us, and we thought you’d like the chance to do something uniquely Torontonian in the searing heat: Let’s Go to the Ex! With literally hundreds of exhibits, sights, vendors, foods, games, rides, stage […]

Kongratulations go to Janet Wocjik, winner of the $25 gift certificate to Baskin Robbins! Enjoy your ice cream Janet!!

Stop Toronto Land Transfer Tax: Your Help is Crucial! We posted some information about the proposed tax hike back in May, but are repeating the call to action because it's so important to you! Your help is needed. The City […]

They are promising it’s going to be really hot outside at some point. When that happens, we can help you be prepared to beat the heat – with a $25 gift certificate to Baskin Robbins! You can use it to […]

Our currency expert south of the border, Doug Johnson of HIFX, recently contributed to a lengthy article in the Toronto Sun about our purchasing power when buying homes with a dollar that's climbing towards par, and what this means for […]

We thought since you're a friend and of course know that we work by referral, that you could really help us put good energy out into the universe! We're looking for a full time Administrative Assistant to take over Paige's […]

Steve Rozak is the Kontest Winner! Congratulations Steve, and enjoy your gift card from The Source by Circuit City!

Bigger and better than ever, this year's Canadian Cancer Society benefit will take place in the heart of the city, at the Steam Whistle Brewing landmark location. Throughout the month of July, over 100 pictures from more than 70 participating […]

Hey Everybody, the lucky winner of May's Krazy Kontenst is Dionne Watson! Be sure to come back June 1st for the exciting new Father's Day contest. Special Father's Day handy prize.

Please note that the Julie Kinnear Team is not in any way involved in organizing the furniture pick-up. If you have goods to donate please contact either of these fantastic charities directly. Are you moving, downsizing or just refreshing your […]

The proposed 45% Hike in Land Transfer Tax will affect everyone, including you and your children. As you may be aware, the City of Toronto is considering charging a second land transfer tax on top of the current provincial tax...a […]

Royal LePage is proud to sponsor an Empower Hour during the Shelter From the Storm radiothon on May 10. Funds raised will support women's shelters and violence prevention. Phil Soper will kick off the Royal LePage hour on CHFI at […]

The SPRING CHILDREN'S TRUNK SHOW is happening again, on Friday, May 4th from 9am-4pm in the Bruleé Room at the picturesque Old Mill Inn, 21 Old Mill Road (near Jane & Bloor). Please come and bring your friends. A unique […]

Click here to check out the TOP 10 things you can do to help save the environment!! Here's the top few: Park it. Use your bike or walk. Or public transit. Shut off your electrical appliances and lights when you're […]

How many times have you heard that one person's trash is another person's treasure? It's a familiar saying, and for good reason: it's true! Bring your unwanted "stuff" to your local Community Environment Day, hosted by your City Councillor, and […]

Interested in building your green lifestyle right in with where you live? If condos are for you, you might consider buying a Tridel-constructed condominium unit. In 2006 Tridel won the Green Toronto Award for Energy Conservation. Read more about how […]

About the Toronto Green Community: We are a grass roots environmental organization and we encourage you to explore these pages and learn how you can become involved in environmental programs and initiatives that will help create healthier and more sustainable […]

The Community Outreach Committee is participating in the Rennie Park Garage Sale being held Saturday, May 26th from 9 am to 1 pm, with all funds donated to the Redwood Shelter Foundation. Let us know if you'd like to donate […]

The Green Living Show is coming to Toronto! Toronto's first consumer show dedicated to all things Green, it features over 200 exhibitors with simple 'greenovations' ideas, hundreds of new products & professional advice, and special appearances by eco-friendly celebrities like […]

Friends of Alternative & Complementary Therapies (FACT) Presents Flavours of Harmony Ayurvedic Vegetarian Dinner and Other Delights Presentations, Entertainment, Gifts, Prizes The 5 elements - space, air, fire, water, earth...the basis of our body and mind...from them arise our 5 […]

Saturday, April 21, 2007 is Mayor David Miller's Community Clean-Up Day across Toronto. What better way to show you care about our city than to get together with friends, co-workers and neighbours to pick up litter in a public space […]

Kongratulations go to Andrew Grace, WINNER of the $25 Canadian Tire gift card in this month's Krazy Kontest!!!

The eight most economically powerful countries in the world - the "G8" - are responsible for over half of the gasses that cause global warming. Help Avaaz (a community of global citizens who take action on the major issues facing […]

We are committed to making Toronto a better place to live - and KJ Duck has put that into practice in his very own community! KJ recently donated a Market Appraisal to the Withrow Avenue Public School's Silent Auction. Because […]

Here at Royal LePage our motto is 'Helping You is What We Do' and of course our Team has always embraced this philosophy - it's how our referral based business continues to grow! We love helping families to reach their […]

INITIAL SKETCHES AND DESIGN DRAWINGS Typically, a building consultant will prepare some initial sketches based on your discussions. At first, he may not have a fix on your tastes so this may be a period of change for both of […]

Congratulations to Madhu Mohan, winner of Kinnear's Krazy Kontest for March 2007! Madhu is the recipient of either the new iphone, a $500 Cadillac Fairview shopping spree or a $500 gift card to Restoration Hardware!!! Her choice. CONGRATS Madhu!!! The […]

So you've decided to renovate, and set a budget. You're on your way! Now there are four general directions which can be taken. The first may be to engage an architect or a designer to provide assistance throughout the project. […]

Next week the March Madness begins, with the kids being off from Monday the 12th to Friday the 16th. As so many of you have little ones, we thought we'd remind you that tonight (Friday March 9) on CityTV at […]

Jen's Movie Rental Review - 4 star. Once you get past the killing and swearing, this is a fantastic movie. It keeps you wondering, it's on the edge of your seat action, and has a fantastic cast. Worth renting!!

Congratulations to Sharmila Xavier, winner of Kinnear's Krazy Kontest for February 2007! Sharmila is the recipient of a $25 Laura Secord Gift Certificate. The next Kontest opens March 1st! Be sure to visit us again for your next chance to […]

When planning any renovation, it is important to be organized. Budgeting is key so that there are no surprises. Consider the costs - establish a budget figure. The most important thing is to decide how much you can afford to […]

February 6, 2007 -- The new year got off to a fast start, with 5,173 sales of existing homes in January, TREB (Toronto Real Estate Board) President Dorothy Mason announced today. "This figure is up 13 per cent over last […]

We're almost into spring, one more month to go! February has a bad rap as the coldest month of the year, but it's many things: the shortest month, Black History month, the start of Lent, and Chinese New Year. It's […]

Part II in our 'Planning a Renovation' Series Try to work the project to take best advantage of existing situations. For example, if you are opening up an attic and are going to include a bathroom, where should it be […]

Congratulations to Isabel Killoran, winner of Kinnear's Krazy Kontest for January 2007! Isabel is the recipient of a $25 Shoppers Drug Mart gift card. The next Kontest opens February 1st! Be sure to visit us again for your next chance […]

Did you know... we could save you $54,000? In 2007, our average sale price was 108% of list price, while the Toronto Real Estate Board's average was 99%. That means if your home was listed with us at $599,000 you'd […]

The Julie Kinnear Team January newsletter with all the latest news real estate and chit-chat from the Julie Kinnear Team is hot off the presses. Sign up here and read the January newsletter right away.

Part I: Getting Started In any home improvement project, the most important steps are those taken before the actual work begins. The time to make your mistakes is while the work is still on paper! Projects can get out of […]

Are you feeling nervous about putting your half million dollar or one million dollar investment on the market? Nothing beats selling your house for increasing stress levels. Not only do you face the stress of a change of residence - […]