Donna's Blog

This is a post from Viola Vincent and I think its worth a second look.I found Send Out Cards  one day when I was surfing the Internet, took a look at it and thought to myself ... this is a no brainier ... a greeting card company with over 15,000 cards to choose from, and I can set it up to send c...

Are you a renter struggling to come up with a solid downpayment to make homeownership a reality. Here are 6 little tips that will help you get there faster. 1) Eat at Home-Its cheaper. Pack a lunch and avoid takeout. Eating out for special occasions only. 2) No more pub nights/smoking-No explanat...

If you are considering purchasing your first home here are 6 key individuals you must have on your team. 1) A Mortgage Broker-get pre-approved and know how much money you can spend. 2)A Real Estate Agent-one that works full time and knows your area. Get a referral from friends or  interview a few...

For all our Realtor Community in Toronto here's your chance to make an impact for the homeless in the Parkdale area. Great Art. Great Food. Great Cause.Come join us for the 5th annual Design Hope Toronto gala event. Our live auction will again be conducted by the very witty Bill Kime of Waddingto...

Are you looking for a fantastic hard loft in Toronto? This is a wonderful building that sits majestically on Noble St. in Parkdale, features high ceilings, exposed brick walls and open post and beams. This is located just a few minutes walk from West Queen West. Parkdale is an area of rejuvenatio...

If you are familiar with Parkdale, a little artsy neighborhood in the western edge of Toronto then you already know about Mitzi's Sister. Our neighborhood icon for pretty darn good food, try sweet potato fries and a wide variety of beers and music too.  This is a restaurant and bar that is family...

Are you looking for a Toronto downtown west end home to get into the real estate market? This home is perfect for first time buyers willing to do some work. Its located in the Bloor and Dundas West neighborhood, "the Junction". Its is in walking distance to Dundas West and Lansdowne Subway statio...

  I was just walking by on Queen W. at Dufferin St. The construction is well on its way to connect Dufferin St, its only taken a century to put the pieces back together. Its schedule to be completed later this year. It will be a nice welcoming to Parkdale as you walk or drive from the east.  The ...

This blog has really good information as you walk through a home for the first time. Take the opportunity to see how the home feels and can you imagine living there. I know for some its difficult to see past other peoples taste, wacky colours and furniture placement. Ask yourself, does it feel l...