This North Rosedale Beauty Is An Ideal Family Home
16 Jan

This North Rosedale Beauty Is An Ideal Family Home

Promoted
STOREYS Tucked into the north pocket of beautiful (and sought-after) Rosedale, 36 Astley Avenue could be called the perfect family home. Built circa 2010, the five-bed, six-bath abode was recently updated, and today boasts an ideal balance of classic and contemporary finishes. In short, it's "tradition" meets "modern," fit for a family who prefers life's finest things. Positioned at the intersection of Astley Avenue and Governors Bridge, the home couldn't be more ideally located. Mere steps from the Beltline Trail, Don Valley Brickworks Park, and Evergreen Brick Works, the address is hugged by lush nature on its east side. To…
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Medallion Proposes 30-Storey Rental Infill Next To Emery Station
16 Jan

Medallion Proposes 30-Storey Rental Infill Next To Emery Station

Real Estate
STOREYS After securing Zoning By-Law and Official Plan Amendment approvals in early-October 2024, Toronto-based developer Medallion Corporation has submitted a Site Plan Approval application for a 30-storey rental infill building with 403 residential units and a daycare. If approved, the development would join two existing 26-storey residential towers containing 517 rental units. Located at 3400 Weston Road and 2405 Finch Avenue West, the site touts close proximity to the Finch and Highway 400 interchange, a number of existing surface transit routes, and the soon-to-open Emery Station on the Finch West LRT line. The project has been in the works for…
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2025 Small Business Operations Trends: Future Insights on Marketing and Technology
16 Jan

2025 Small Business Operations Trends: Future Insights on Marketing and Technology

Business Operations
As small businesses navigate a rapidly changing landscape, adapting to operational trends is crucial. The rise of AI applications and the shift towards a pay-to-play model on platforms like Google are reshaping marketing strategies. A recent poll indicates that consumers are frustrated with search efficiency, prompting businesses to diversify their marketing efforts. Emphasizing multi-channel strategies, including email, SMS, and social media, can enhance customer engagement. Additionally, leveraging AI and automation can streamline marketing processes. Digital marketing and e-commerce are set to grow, with platforms like TikTok and Instagram becoming vital for client acquisition and sales.  --------------------------------- ​ As small businesses…
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Housing Starts Lagged In Canada’s Six Largest Cities In 2024
16 Jan

Housing Starts Lagged In Canada’s Six Largest Cities In 2024

Top News
STOREYS Since September, housing starts have been on the rise across Canada but Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) continues to flag the fact that we are still far behind meeting demand, let alone restoring affordability. In their January housing starts report, CMHC takes a look at the past year in housing starts and a lacklustre December. In 2024, actual housing starts in Canada, including urban and rural, were up 2% compared to 2023. This totalled 245,120 home construction starts, driven mostly by "historically high rental construction levels and overall increased starts in Alberta, Québec, and the Atlantic provinces." But…
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Green Lake home gets 5 offers
16 Jan

Green Lake home gets 5 offers

Seattle Market
Blog - Urban Living It’s been a wild start to the year! Here’s a quick recap of the last week: we listed a $140K houseboat (hello, waterfront living!), had a buyer bail on one of our listings (classic cold feet), and another backed out of a 20-year-old townhome after realizing it needs some serious updates. On the bright side, […] The post Green Lake home gets 5 offers appeared first on Urban Living.   ​Read More
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California homeowners insurance industry struggles as wildfires persist and escalate
16 Jan

California homeowners insurance industry struggles as wildfires persist and escalate

Personal Finance
California wildfires have devastated Southern communities and triggered an insurance crisis, with major insurers like AIG, Chubb, and State Farm reducing coverage or exiting the market. The FAIR Plan, a last-resort insurer, faces challenges as claims from the wildfires exceed capacity, potentially costing billions. Homeowners nationwide are also seeing rising premiums, with California expected to face even steeper hikes. In response, California's Insurance Commissioner has introduced a Sustainable Insurance Strategy to stabilize the market.  --------------------------- ​ The California wildfires have brought widespread disaster to communities in Southern California. It’s also contributed to a serious insurance crisis happening in the state.…
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