Robyn VanderVennen
1108 Queen St. W M6K1H9 Toronto, ON, Canada

New listing 9 Sorauren Avenue Spacious 2.5-storey in the heart of coveted Roncesvalles! Renovated with charm and character, this century-old home is currently two units but can be easily converted back into a single family. Lower/main flr--one bedroom plus den; hardwood floors; ensuite laundry; butler's pantry with built-in storage; eat-in kitchen with s/s appliances and a walk-out to the backyard. Upper/main floor--2 bedrooms; den with an ornamental fireplace; ensuite laun...dry; exposed brick walls; 4-piece bath with a claw tub; separate dining room; kitchen with s/s appliances and a walk-out to a private deck. Moments from transit (including the Queen & King streetcars), parks, schools, trendy shops and restaurants. List $1,799,000 MLS#: W5501620 http://property.metroviews.ca/1492-9-Sorauren-Ave- https://www.kimkehoe.com/listings/9-sorauren-avenue/ #forsale #torontorealestate #realestate #semidetached #kimkehoe #roncesvalles #newlisting #newlistingalert #newlistingforsale

New Listing 37 Markland Drive Detached 3-bedroom bungalow on a quiet tree-lined street in beautiful Markland Woods! Classic charm and character run throughout this gorgeous 1960s home: traditional foyer with a full coat closet; open concept living/dining room; hardwood floors; eat-in kitchen with stainless-steel appliances; 4-piece bath with a deep tub; bright NE and SW-facing windows for lots of natural light; large main bedroom with a 2-piece ensuite; fenced backyard with ...a private deck and leafy trees. The fully finished basement includes a fireplace, separate workroom, kitchen, bedroom, and 3-piece bath. Prime locationmoments from transit, schools, parks, trails, and shops! List Price $1,249,000 http://property.metroviews.ca/1491-37-Markland-Drive https://www.kimkehoe.com/listings/37-markland-drive/ #etobicoke #forsale #bungalow #bungalowforsale #kimkehoe #torontorealestate #realestate

Sold #305 - 2 Fieldway Road Stylish 2 bed/2 bath unit in the coveted Network Lofts. Fully renovated and filled with trendy modern touches: exposed brick and ductwork; sky-high ceilings and bright east-facing windows; two chic bathrooms with Carrara marble, a deep soaking tub, large walk-in shower, and heated floors (ensuite only); an open concept living/dining room with unobstructed park views; and an updated kitchen with stainless-steel appliances granite counters, and a wi...ne fridge. This dog-friendly building is on a quiet residential street but also moments from the Islington subway, transit, shops, and restaurants https://www.kimkehoe.com/listings/305-2-fieldway-road/ #loftstyle #lotforsale #newlisting #kimkehoe #etobicoke #toronto #TorontoRealestate #networkloft #FullyRenovated #twobedroomapartments

Changing the conversation about mortgage rates We’re getting many questions from our clients about interest rates. We’re not qualified to give mortgage advice, so I turned to one of our trusted mortgage brokers, Leanne Shearer. Leanne agreed to be interviewed for this piece to shed some light on what’s happening with mortgages. Robyn: We’ve been hearing a lot about how inflation is high, and therefore interest rates need to rise. What is the relationship between inflation and...Continue reading

Our Roncesvalles Neighbourhood Guide Kim has been working in Roncesvalles since the beginning of her career in real estate about thirty years ago. Sam and I have been working in the neighbourhood for almost ten years. We’ve seen nearly every house that has been listed for sale in recent history. Here’s our take on one of our favourite neighbourhoods. The Location...Continue reading

What To Expect On Offer Night For Buyers and Sellers In real estate circles, the term offer night can send a course of adrenaline running through both buyers and sellers. For sellers, they’re desperately hoping that buyers will come forth with offers. On the other hand, Buyers fear that they will lose out on the house of their dreams in a very competitive market. First, what are offer nights? Offer nights happen when a seller has intentionally under-priced their home in the...Continue reading

As-is, Where-is: A Buyer’s Pre-Offer Due Diligence Checklist When you purchase a home in Ontario, the onus is on you to discover everything there is to know about the house. The seller can’t knowingly hide something from you that would affect value, but that’s about it. That just means that they can’t use paint to cover up a mould infestation in the house. But, if they don’t paint the mould and leave it in the open for you to see, they don’t need to disclose it to you. If i...Continue reading

#116 1135 COOKE BLVD 3 Level Townhouse in Desirable Aldershot. This end unit features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. An open concept kitchen/living room with a modern kitchen with Quartz Counters, stainless steel appliances and large island/breakfast bar. Many upgrades throughout: California Shutters, Spacious Kitchen Pantry & Glass shower wall and door. Spacious private Rooftop terrace great for entertaining. Walk to Aldershot Go! Close to LaSalle Park, LaSalle Marina & the Lak...e Extras: Whirlpool Stainless steel fridge, Built-in Dishwasher and stove, Samsung Washer and dryer, All Electric Light Fixtures, Bathroom mirrors, California Shutters, Parking for 1 car MLS #W5455500 http://property.metroviews.ca/1480-Unit-1161135-COOKE-BLVD https://www.kimkehoe.com/listings/116-1135-cooke-blvd/

Moving Checklist There's a whole lot of people moving into new homes this time of year. I've never met anyone who enjoys moving and, most of us do it so rarely that we never get really good at moving. Here's our moving checklist that will take you from buying to closing, organized by category Paperwork, Financing & Legalities...Continue reading

Our Market Predictions for Winter 2021 The Toronto real estate market typically has two seasons, spring and fall. The spring market lasts from February through May, and the fall market generally in September and October. Of course, recent global events have thrown this cyclical market, along with everything else predictable, out the window. We can no longer take this two-season market approach for granted, so, at the beginning of every new season, we re-group as a team to try... to predict the next few months ahead. Here are our market predictions for November/ December 2021: 1. It’s Going To Slow Down Dramatically Expect December to be very slow for real estate. For the first time in two years, people can fully celebrate their December holidays. The summer was quiet because families and friends were gathering and reveling in doing activities together again. Holiday celebrations will slow down the market, just as the summer did. The crucial thing here is not to panic. Doubtless, the media will write an article about how the slow-down means the market is crashing. It’s not. People just want to have a typical Christmas and Hanukkah without worrying about real estate. 2. It’s A Good Time To Buy If you are a buyer, now is your time. Although there won’t be tons of listings, there will also be far less competition, and you could end up scoring a good house for less than you’ll pay three months from now. 3. If You Don’t Have To Sell, Don’t See item #1. Many of your buyers are going to be out of town or in town but deeply distracted. If you can hang tight until the spring, you’ll make far more money. Keep in mind, though, that if you need to buy a house after you sell, you’ll also be buying for more money in the spring than you would be right now. 4. A Slow Winter Will Mean A Busy Spring Jumping ahead with this one, but the spring will be hectic. The spring will be more active by the prospect of interest rates rising by the end of 2022, so most buyers will try to make their home purchases early in the year. All market predictions should be taken with a grain of salt. As we’ve said before, the right time to buy and sell in Toronto is whenever you need to. If you need to list your house in December, do it. You’ll still sell it for a good amount of money. If you need to wait until the spring to buy a house, don’t stress about not buying in December. Let us know if you have any questions about how the market seasons could affect your real estate decisions. Stay safe! Robyn VanderVennen The Kim Kehoe Team https://www.kimkehoe.com/our-market-predictions-for.../

What's Involved In The Pre-Listing Phase: Interview With Our Listing Coordinator Sam Meredith wears a lot of hats on our team. He makes sure that everything runs smoothly. If Kim or I are not available for a showing, Sam will pitch in. If Miranda needs help with paperwork, Sam knows what to do. If a client wants to offer on a house quickly and no one else is available, Sam will get it done. His primary role, however, is as our listing coordinator. Much logistical work goes i...Continue reading

How to Hire a Real Estate Agent Most buyers and sellers know that they want to interview real estate agents but often aren’t sure how to do so and feel slightly awkward asking an agent to show their track record. There are close to sixty-thousand real estate agents in Toronto, and we’re not all equally capable or qualified. How do you wade through the decision of choosing the right agent? Here are our top four pieces of advice. Do you like them?...Continue reading