Blog - laytonhomes

Is It Time to Climb the Property Ladder?

Layton Homes

The stream of headlines about house prices falling and interest rates rising can leave homeowners feeling uncertain whether now is the right time to upgrade to a new home.


Bank of Canada Increases Overnight Rate by 0.50%

Layton Homes

Why did the Bank of Canada (BofC) increase their overnight rate by 0.50%? In its accompanying press release and supporting monetary policy report, the BofC provided context for its increase by stating: “…the economy continues to operate in excess demand and labour markets remain tight….The effects of recent policy rate increases by the Bank are becoming evident in interest -sensitive areas of the economy: housing activity has retreated sharply, and spending by households and businesses is softening…”


Yonge and St Clair

Layton Homes

Having spent much if not most of the last 20 years in and around Yonge and St Clair - this pocket of Toronto has many fond memories for me. 2 St Clair West was where I first started work and 45 St Clair West where I spent the best part of the next decade - they were some good times indeed! Hanging out after work at what is now


How Much Should You Budget for your Next Home?

Layton Homes

Usually when I sit down with clients they have a sense of what they can spend on their next home. However, if it has been a while since you last moved homes, you might be wondering how much you'll need to spend on your next home.


The 4 Ps to Maximizing Your Selling Price

Layton Homes

Over the summer during your downtime you may discuss moving home with your spouse. We often as Realtors receive calls regarding home evaluations during August in anticipation for the Fall market.


Should I buy my new home or sell my existing home first?

Layton Homes

For those looking to take that next step in their real estate future, this important question will inevitably come up: “should I buy my new home or sell my existing home first?”


Market Report

Layton Homes

For any of you that study the homes for sale street activity, you will understand that we have come out of a slow listing period year to date. Well, let me tell you this changed in May, as it became the busiest month of the year so far and seems to be the precursor to what will be a busy spring market in Toronto.


LYTTON PARK – One of Toronto’s most exclusive neighbhourhoods…..

Layton Homes

Lytton Park is a wonderful neighbhourhood, I love selling properties and spending time within this community with my family. Considered one of the most exclusive neighbhourhoods in Toronto which spans from Briar Hill Avenue to Lawrence Avenue, west of Yonge Street to Mona Drive.


Downsizing – Which Condo Buildings Will Work For You?

Layton Homes

Downsizing is not a straightforward transition. There are a few reasons why one may consider downsizing to a smaller space.


CABBAGETOWN – From humble beginnings…….

Layton Homes

Cabbagetown is one of my favourite neighbourhoods to work and spend time in. The “village in a city” started from humble beginnings.