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Buyer Tips Aug 18, 2026

What Does a Fractional Address Like '1½' Mean When Buying a Semi-Detached Home in Toronto?

Buying a Toronto semi with a fractional address? Here's what it means legally, how it affects your mortgage, and what to check before you buy.

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Buyer Tips Aug 13, 2026

Can You Get the Ontario Non-Resident Speculation Tax Refunded After Buying a GTA Home?

Paid Ontario's Non-Resident Speculation Tax on a GTA home? Here's exactly how the NRST refund process works, who qualifies, and where buyers get stuck.

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Seller Tips Aug 11, 2026

How Low Should You Price Your Toronto Home to Trigger a Bidding War?

A renovated Toronto row house just drew 10 offers by pricing low. Here's how GTA sellers can use strategic underpricing to maximize their sale price.

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Buyer Tips Aug 4, 2026

Does Flooding History Affect a Home's Resale Value and Insurability in the GTA?

St. Catharines flooding raises a critical question for GTA buyers: how does flood history affect a home's value, insurance, and mortgage eligibility?

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Market News Jul 28, 2026

Will Toronto's Waterfront Redevelopment Push Up Property Values Near Billy Bishop Airport?

Toronto's mayor is fighting to reclaim waterfront land near Billy Bishop. Here's what it could mean for condo and home values in the area.

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Market News Jul 21, 2026

Does a Churchill Falls Hydro Deal Affect Electricity Costs and Housing Affordability in Ontario?

Negotiations over Churchill Falls power could shift electricity prices across Canada. Here's what GTA buyers and sellers need to know right now.

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Buyer Tips Jul 10, 2026

How Much More Should You Pay for a GTA Home in a Top School Zone?

School zone premiums are real in the GTA. Here's what the data shows and how to decide if paying more for a top school catchment is worth it.

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Market News Jul 7, 2026

If My Tenant Was Running a Drug Operation, Am I Liable as a GTA Landlord Under Bill 10?

Bill 10 is now in force in Ontario. GTA landlords: here's exactly what your legal exposure looks like if illegal drug activity happens on your rental property.

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Buyer Tips Jul 3, 2026

What Does an NDA on a GTA Condo Sale Actually Mean — and Should You Sign One?

GTA condos are selling below market with NDAs attached. Here's what buyers and sellers need to know before signing one in Toronto.

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Market Reports Jul 1, 2026

GTA Real Estate Market Report — Q3 2026

Explore the GTA real estate market in Q3 2026. Detached homes average $2.07M while condos sit at $667K. See what it means for buyers and sellers.

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Market News Jun 28, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Scams: What Toronto Buyers and Fans Need to Know

StubHub's World Cup ticket cancellations hit Toronto hard. Here's what GTA residents should know about event fraud, local impact, and real estate opportunities.

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Market News Jun 26, 2026

How Newcomers to Canada Are Shaping the GTA Real Estate Market

New Statistics Canada data shows immigrant buyers are paying more despite lower incomes. Here's what this means for GTA home buyers and sellers in 2025.

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Market News Jun 25, 2026

TRREB's Past President's Scholarship: Why It Matters for the Future of GTA Real Estate

TRREB awards six students scholarships for essays on real estate issues. Learn what this means for the GTA market and how it shapes tomorrow's industry.

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Market News Jun 24, 2026

Welcome to the Joseph Hlady Real Estate Blog

Stay up to date with GTA real estate news, market insights, and expert buying and selling tips from Joseph Hlady, your trusted GTA REALTOR®.

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