GTA REALTORS® RELEASE MID-MONTH RESALE HOUSING FIGURES

 TORONTO, February 19, 2013 – Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 2,823 sales through the TorontoMLS system during the first 14 days of February. This result represented a decline of 8.3 per cent compared to the same period in 2012.

 The number of transactions was lower for most home types in comparison to last year, but so too was the number of new listings. This means that market conditions remained quite tight, especially for low-rise home types. The result was continued price growth over last year,” said Toronto Real Estate Board President Ann Hannah.

 The average selling price for Toronto MLS transactions in the first half of February was $509,061 – up by four per cent in comparison to the same time last year. 

“The annual rate of price growth so far in February has been in line with expectations for 2013. The average selling price in the GTA will continue to grow this year but at a slower pace compared to 2012. The basis of this price growth will be the low-rise segment of the market, for which months of inventory and therefore choice for buyers remains very low,” said Jason Mercer, TREB’s Senior Manager of Market Analysis. 

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Weekly Sales Report - December 15, 2011

Region Area Sales Average Price

NOTE: Please note these are preliminary figures. Minor adjustments may be required at month's end.

• Have adult supervision. Go with your kids if you don’t think they’re old enough to trick- or-treat on their own. If they’re old enough to trick-or-treat without an adult, tell your kids to stay in a group.

• Take the long way 'round. Have your kids trick-or-treat in areas where there are a lot of people around also avoid taking short-cuts through alleys and parking lots.
• Try trick-or-treat-friendly homes. Ensure your kids only visit houses with lights on. And, you might also suggest the houses they visit have some sort of Halloween decoration on the porch.
• Stay outside. Make sure your kids don’t go inside someone’s house. They can get their candy from the porch.
• Remain visible. Dress your kids in a bright costume so others can see them. If their costume is dark, have your kids wear reflective strips or carry a glow stick or flashlight.
• Remember, shorter is safer. Goes without saying but just in case you forget, ensure your kids’ costumes aren’t so long that they can trip over them.
• Don't cover the face. Instead of masks, have your kids wear make-up so they can see better.
• Check their treats. Check your kids’ candy before they eat it. Throw out any candy that is not in its original wrapper or looks like it has been tampered with.
• Say "no" to strangers. Tell your kids to never accept a ride or go anywhere with a stranger.
• Follow the Rules. Encourage your kids to follow all the regular rules for walking around. That includes looking both ways before crossing, obeying all traffic laws and using cross walks and crossing lights where available.
• Have a great time. Make sure your kids have tons of fun and get lots and lots of candy.

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Sales and Price Increase in May

June 3, 2011 -- Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 10,046 sales in May 2011 – up six per cent compared to May 2010. This result was the second best on record for May under the current Toronto Real Estate Board service area. The number of new listings in May, at 16,076, was down 15 per cent compared to last year.

"Positive economic news and low borrowing costs led to strong sales through the first five months of the year, including the increase in May," said Toronto Real Estate Board President Bill Johnston. "At the same time, the market has become much tighter compared to last year, due to a substantial dip in new listings."

Homes were on the market for an average of 23 days and sold for an average price of $485,520– up nine per cent compared to $446,593 in May 2010. The strongest rate of price growth was experienced for single-detached homes sold in the City of Toronto.

"We have seen clear-cut seller's market conditions emerge over the past two to three months," explained Jason Mercer, TREB's Senior Manager of Market Analysis. "The robust price appreciation that we have seen will hopefully prompt more households to list, resulting in a more balanced market later this year," continued Mercer.

Median Price
In May, the median price was $400,000, from the $376,750 recorded during May of 2010.

Here is mid April 2011(Up to 16 of April) update of Brampton and Malton Ontario real estate activity.

(TREB area# W18)

There were 95 active properties for sale in the Malton W18 area and 25 are sold.

Average Price $290,323.00

Med Price $316,300 .00

(TREB area# W23)

There were 696 active properties for sale in the Brampton W23 area and 257 are sold.

Average Price $376,670.00

Med Price $355,000 .00

(TREB area# W24)

There were 607 active properties for sale in the Brampton W24 area and 159 are sold.

Average Price $412,079.00

Med Price 394,000 .00

First launched as an environmental awareness event in the United States in 1970, Earth Day is celebrated as the birth of the environmental movement.

Earth Day 2011 is said to be the largest, most celebrated environmental event worldwide. More than 1 billion people in over 170 countries will join Canada and spend a day dedicated to address local environmental issues.

This year Earth day will be cebrated on April 22. Earth day provides an oppurtunity for positive actions and results.

In Canada, Earth Day has grown into Earth Week and even Earth Month to accommodate the profusion of events and projects. They range from large public events, such as Victoria's Earth Walk (5,000 participants), Edmonton's Earth Day Festival at Hawrelak Park (30,000 participants), and Oakville, Ontario's Waterways Clean-up (2,000 participants) to the thousands of small, private events staged by schools, employee groups and community groups

 For more information check here.

Greater Toronto Realtors reported 9,262 transactions through the TorontoMLS® system in March 2011, representing the second best March result on record. The number of transactions was 11 per cent lower than the record result reported in March 2010.  

In Brampton West W23 there was 679 active listing and 466 got sold with average price of $354,490 and for only 20 average numbers of days on the market.  

Brampton East W24 there was 566 active listing and 334 got sold with average price of $ 378,901 and for only 19 average numbers of days on the market.  

Malton W18 there was 97 active listing and 46 got sold with average price of $ 293,834 and for only 30 average numbers of days on the market 

"The strong home sales reported in March and throughout  the first quarter of 2011 have been based on a solid affordability picture and improving economic conditions in the GTA and country-wide," said Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) President Bill Johnston

Starting tomorrow April 11, Schools in Peel District will be celebrating Education week 2011 with lots of fun and learning activities. The theme for this year's one week focus on education is "Share the Smile". Here are some of the important dates for Ridgewood public scool's Education week.

Monday April 11:

School spirit day. Student and staff will be encouraged to wear Ridgewood's colors: Yellow and Green and encourge in school initiative: The 3C's "Care, Courtesy and Common Sense"

Tuesday April 12 (6 - 8 PM):

Ridgewood will be holding a family Literacy and Numeracy Night. All families are invited with their childern to participate in a variety of fun games and activities that support their childern's numeracy and literacy skill development.

Thursday April 14 (6 - 8 PM) :

Staff, student and their families are invited to Ridgewood Fun night. We will all be sharing the smile with an evening of Bingo games.

Friday April 15 (Morning):

Friday morning school will have Education week closing assembly, there will be a show and special awards will be handed to outstanding individuals in school. All parents are invited.

School address: 7207 Cambrett Dr, Mississauga, L4T 2R3

Phone: 905-677-1350.

Listed and Sold 3660 Morning Star Drive, Mississauga on the same day for 99% of the asking price.

Asking Price = $319500

Sale Price = $318000

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S-P-O-T-L-E-S-S Home
Excellent Oppertunity For First Time Buyers
3 Bedroom Well Maintained
2 Bedroom Finished Basement With Seperate Entrance
Hardwood Floor Throughout
New Front Door
Close To All Amenties
Beautiful Backyard With Full Of Perennial Flowers And Plants.