The Blog

Area guides, school zones, and new listings across the GTA.

New to Canada? A First-Time Guide to Renting in Toronto

Practical, honest answers for newcomers renting in Toronto for the first time — credit history, deposits, paperwork, and where to get real immigration guidance.

September 22, 2026

Area Guide

Moving to the GTA? How to Choose the Right City for You

The Greater Toronto Area isn't one city — it's a dozen very different ones. A practical way to narrow down where to live before you start touring properties.

September 22, 2026

Landlord & Tenant Law

RTA Rules Are Changing: What Landlords & Tenants Need to Know

New rules at the Landlord and Tenant Board took effect September 21, 2026 — here's what changed for N12/N13 evictions, rent arrears, and eviction hearings, for landlords and tenants alike.

September 21, 2026

Market Update

Bank of Canada Holds Policy Rate at 2.25%

The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25% on September 2 — here's what the GDP rebound, easing unemployment, and sticky inflation mean for GTA buyers, sellers, and renters.

September 2, 2026

Area Guide

Where the Water Slows You Down — Life in Bracebridge

A look at Drumkerry by the Falls in Muskoka, and what it feels like to live somewhere the pace of life softens.

April 2, 2026

New Listing

A Penthouse That Doesn't Feel Like a Condo — at The Varley

A rare penthouse listing at 20 Fred Varley Drive in Unionville, where space, proportion, and livability quietly outshine flash.

March 20, 2026

New ListingArea Guide

A Rare Boutique Listing at The Varley

A boutique four-storey residence in Unionville offering condo convenience without sacrificing space, privacy, or neighbourhood character.

February 22, 2026

Design Tips

Small Condo, Big Potential — 6 Tips To Optimize Your Space

Six practical ways to maximize storage and space efficiency in a small urban condo.

December 3, 2024

Area Guide

Fall In Love With Georgian Style Homes — Timeless Beauty

A tour of Georgian-style homes' distinctive features, and why the style still shows up in Toronto and Markham neighbourhoods today.

December 3, 2024

Design Tips

Transforming Tiny Spaces: Unconventional Creative Hacks for Small Home Makeovers

Multi-functional furniture, vertical storage, lighting tricks, and more — practical ways to make a small home feel bigger and more livable.

December 1, 2024