Asset Management
2013 sets the bar for GTA apartment market
Following a breakthrough year in 2013, 2014 saw the GTA apartment market return to its normal supply and demand dynamic. What do the statistics tell us?
A multi-residential year in review
With the arrival of 2015, it’s fair to say that the real estate market is facing some uncertainty. Here are highlights from Avison Young's market report.
GTA apartment market upbeat in first half
Marcus & Millichap released its bi-annual Apartment Market Report in mid-November, highlighting steady job growth and strong apartment demand in the Greater Toronto Area.
Growing demand for family-friendly apartments
According to statistics from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, fewer than 30 per cent of all rental apartment units in downtown Toronto offer family-friendly apartments. By contrast, in neighbouring Mississauga more than 60 per cent of rental units provide two or more bedrooms.
Financing in today’s competitive market
With 2014 winding to a fast finish, First National’s Peter Cook and Robert Fleet answer some important questions about apartment financing in today’s competitive market.
Finding the right brokerage
When it comes to selling an apartment building, there are many factors property owners should consider before diving into the process. Among them, and probably the most important one on the list, is choosing the right brokerage to engage the right buyers.
Apartment transactions down in 2014
After a record breaking year in 2013, in terms of sales volume and market pace, the first half of 2014 saw a reversal of that trend in the GTA.
How to start a preventive maintenance program
The question of how to start a preventive maintenance program is extremely common, and for good reason. With budgets tight and workers stretched thin, preventive
Drones in real estate are now a reality
The use of drones in real estate sales and marketing is not just a gimmick. Videos and images can help show off a property and offer unique perspectives.
How to fill apartment vacancies and find tenants
Property managers can fill apartment vacancies and find tenants by getting involved in the community, knowing their market and offering promotions.
Toronto apartment transactions down in Q1
Toronto apartment transactions were down in the first quarter of 2014 compared to last year, with a total of 23 completed deals.
Apartment rentals rise in slow housing market
Apartment rentals are going up in the U.S. amidst a slow housing market. But experts question whether the same trend is occurring in Canada.
GTA apartment values continue to rise
The Toronto area saw 137 apartment deals completed in 2013, and high GTA apartment values and transactions are expected to continue through 2014.
Reviewing last year’s multi-residential market
Last year was good for landlords in the multi-residential market due low Canadian interest rates. And 2014 may bring more of the same.
Tips for an agreement of purchase and sale
Chris Seepe of Aztech Realty offers some advice for clauses that buyers and sellers should include in an agreement of purchase and sale.
How to determine apartment market value
When determining an apartment's market value, buyers and sellers throw around cap rates leading to unrealistic expectations and undervalued property.
Lending value versus market value
Differences between a building's market value and lending value can have a big impact on buyers.





