Spring is in the air! If you’re thinking of making changes to your home that will make it more energy efficient, you’ll want to know about the rebates being offered by the provincial government.

Hard to believe that we shut down for the pandemic 5 years ago, isn’t it? If you set up a ‘temporary’ work from home space back then and haven’t spruced it up, check out the piece below for some ideas on how to upgrade it into something more inspiring!

February was a slow month for the real estate market. Of course, a significant snowfall affected showings, but between the provincial election and the threat of tariffs from the US, the level of uncertainty in the economy was higher than usual. The good news is that variable mortgage rates continue to drop, with perhaps another rate reduction next month!

If you're considering a move or just curious about what your home is worth, please give me a call!

Michael O'Brien

Sales Representative

Bosley Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage

169 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K 1N2

416-465-7527

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Fully renovated in the 90s, this house could sparkle again with some cosmetic changes and some love! West facing and sun filled, the ground floor is gracious and charming and the rear living room has a fireplace and walks out to private rear deck and spacious yard. Large primary bedroom. Fully finished basement that was lowered – great height! 2 full baths. Well located just south of Spruce Street and a 3 minute walk to Sprucecourt Public School. Close to transit, Riverdale Farm; the best dog park in Toronto and all the reasons that make living in Cabbagetown a dream!

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2-storey loft with 20 foot windows. Larger than most in the building at 1,057 square feet, this north-west corner unit has incredible views. Recent high-end renovations include a new kitchen and baths and herringbone engineered hardwood through-out. The kitchen has Porcelanosa lacquered cabinetry from Spain, porcelain counters and the best of appliances. Spacious primary with sizable walk-in closet. Lovely building that shares nicer-than-usual amenities with the boutique Soho Hotel. Great health club with gym and pool. And there is access to both the Moretti Restaurant and Moretti Café from the lobby. Great location steps to King Street, Front Street, transit and all the best of downtown!

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Sure, it's possible to throw together a decent pasta dish at home, but with some of Toronto's most talented chefs serving up comforting, tasty and adventurous dishes made with the finest ingredients, why would you? Here are Toronto's best new pasta dishes that you really need to try.

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To learn the history of a new destination, travelers should look no further than its most famous buildings. It’s the buildings that often reveal the most about a place. Local landmarks are, in essence, silent witnesses to past eras, kingdoms and tastes. They can also offer us clues to what the future holds (not to mention make for a great travel gram too).

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In order to make your WFH station work for you, it needs to be comfortable, functional but it should also look stylish and inspiring as well. These home office ideas for spaces that are on the smaller side tick all of the necessary boxes.

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Ontario has introduced two new energy efficiency programs. The Home Renovation Savings Program will rebate homeowners up to 30 per cent of the cost of energy efficiency renovations and improvements. The province is also expanding the residential Peak Perks program to small businesses.

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GTA REALTORS® reported 4,037 home sales through TRREB’s MLS® System in February 2025 – down by 27.4 per cent compared to February 2024. New listings in the MLS® System amounted to 12,066 – up by 5.4 per cent year-over-year. On a seasonally adjusted basis, February sales were down month over month compared to January 2025.

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