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I Was Selected For Neighbours of Yorkville & The Annex Magazine Cover
Vivien’s second niche, working with Boomers and seniors, is deeply personal to her. As a Lifestyle 55+ Master Realtor®, she understands the unique challenges older adults face when transitioning to a new lifestyle, especially when downsizing.
Recent Blogs
The City Edit: The Storyteller
Step inside the Broadwick Soho Hotel in London and you’re instantly transported into another world, one that’s as fabulous and grandiose as it is comfortable and cozy.
How to Choose the Right Agent to Sell Your Property
Once you’ve decided it is the right time to sell your home, choosing the right real estate agent is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in the process.
The City Edit: The Through Line
Follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly. This piece of advice from literary powerhouse Franz Kafka is something Irish-Canadian writer Emma Donoghue has taken to heart.
Design: A Legacy of Style
Nienkämper, Scavolini and Roche Bobois are three of the most trusted names in interior design, each with a distinctive aesthetic point of view, an archive of iconic creations and a reputation for top-tier quality.
Ultimate Guide to Buying or Selling a Home in Canada
Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a beloved property, or exploring your next investment, navigating the real estate market can feel like a lot.
Empowering Aging Parents: A Guide to Power of Attorney
Granting someone Power of Attorney (POA) is a significant decision, especially as our loved ones age. Here are ten crucial points to consider when navigating this process.
Video of the Month: A Glimpse into the St. Regis Residences Toronto
In the heart of Toronto’s vibrant downtown core lies an unparalleled oasis of luxury living: 311 Bay St #5403, Toronto at the St. Regis Residences.
Decreasing Prices Inspire a Luxury Property Purchase… or Two.
Today’s financial climate promises new buying opportunities in luxury real estate: competition has softened and prices in some neighbourhoods have pulled back from a few years ago.
Create the Comfort of a Hotel at Home
There’s nothing like walking into a stunning hotel room. This moment is where both big and small vacations begin. Hotel rooms provide just the right mix of things you want and things you need.
5 Simple Upgrades to Increase Your Condo’s Market Value
The surrounding city lights, fine dining on your doorstep, and a short commute to the financial district—condominium living is chock-full of conveniences. For those looking for a return on investment, these condo upgrades are worth the effort.
How To Create a Relaxing Haven at Home
With these relaxing design concepts to spark your imagination, it’ll be easy to cultivate vacation tranquility, whether or not you ever leave the house.
Executive Manor Off of Oakville’s Prestigious Lakeshore Road
Much like petits fours at the end of a delicious meal, an extra room can often sweeten the deal when deciding on a property to add to your portfolio.
7 Ideas for Transforming an Extra Room
Much like petits fours at the end of a delicious meal, an extra room can often sweeten the deal when deciding on a property to add to your portfolio.
How to Protect Yourself When Buying Pre-Construction
Embarking on the journey of buying a pre-construction home involves excitement and anticipation, but it also requires careful consideration of potential financial implications.
Living Room Designs for Hosting or Hiding Away
A well-designed living room is a social hub. It invites guests and family members to pause and come together, to enjoy a glass of wine by the fire, and to curl up side-by-side with the latest best-sellers.
Staging Your Home: The Details That Make a Difference
Your home is an oasis, a place perfectly appointed to suit your personal tastes. Which is exactly as it should be—until it becomes time to list your home and move on to the next dream.
Art With Heart: Perspectives of Artist and Filmmaker Caroline Monnet
Film has a way of capturing life in a way that cannot be captured through other forms of art, yet at the same time it encapsulates all forms of art.
Small Town, Big Ideas: Marfa, Texas
In the West Texas desert, not far from Big Bend, tiny Marfa, Texas has been reinvented as the art world’s biggest small town.
Southern Ontario: A Hub for Leading Universities
Southern Ontario, with its vibrant cities, strong economy, and diverse real estate landscape, is a magnet for people worldwide. Adding to its appeal are its renowned colleges and universities.
Rec Report: Finding a Balance Between Nature & the City
With skyrocketing prices for urban homes and remote work scenarios still in place, young families and retirees alike are flocking to smaller communities across the country.