Market Timing – Are You Really a Real Estate Trader?

George O’Neill discusses market timing and the fallacy of trying to wait until the bottom of the market to try to get the best deal. Although it is in our nature to try to get the best price for anything we buy, and it is my job as a Realtor to help my clients get… Play Video

Cabbagetown – Seriously :)

Yes, there really is a Cabbagetown. It is actually a very desirable area within the city of Toronto, close to mid-town and a very easy commute to downtown and the financial district. Many of the homes are grand on nice sized lots. George O’Neill provides a brief overview of this area of the city. For… Play Video

Following a Streetcar Along Queen St in Toronto

Just for fun.  I’m following the 501 TTC streetcar along Queen Street East toward The Beach.

Mid February 2009 Toronto Real Estate Market Statistics

  Without a doubt the Toronto real estate market has slowed. According to the Toronto Real Estate Board during the first 14 days of February, 2044 homes were sold, compared with 2775 sold last year during the same period. This represents a decline of ~26%. In terms of prices, the current average home price is… Play Video

REBarCamp New York 2009 Video Session #rebcny #icny

Part of the discussion on using video in real estate marketing that occurred on January 6, 2009, prior to the start of the Inman Connect New York Conference.

93 Balsam Ave For Sale

This is a one-of-a-kind, gorgeous Beach home.  An open house is scheduled for this Sunday, from 3-5pm.  If you are in the area, I suggest you check it out. For property specifications, click on this link. George

ELO – Hold on Tight

In real estate, like any other interest or career, it is important to have dreams, and to pursue those dreams vigorously.   I think Hold on Tight by ELO is a great song, and a reminder to stay the course to pursue our dreams.  Honda is currently using this song on the new Accord commercial. Hold on tight to… Play Video