I like to think I know a thing or two about property. In the last 10 years I have lived in eight different London, England locations and now I find myself in Toronto, not even a year in, and already itching for my next move. Put simply, I love change and even more than change, I love property. LOVE PROPERTY.
In this blog I will share with you my advice on the trials, tribulations and triumphs of renting and home ownership. Intended for the experienced but young professional, parents are welcome to snoop too, as we all know that the bank of ‘mom and dad’ is playing an increasingly crucial role in all things house.
I will also share tips on how to design a home that reflects who you are, so that when you are home, there is nowhere else you’d rather be. I think it is SO important that your home design is an extension of you and that this shouldn’t be a privilege reserved for the home owner. Everyone has the right to their own oasis, no matter how large or small.
The vibrant neighbourhoods of Toronto will also get a review and I will help match you to the neighbourhood that best suits you, reflects your needs and personality. Whether you’re keen to be near the latest pop up shops and craft beer breweries, local markets or mall, or maybe you prefer a balance that allows you to indulge in your weekend cottage escape? These locations and more will be covered.
I hope my blog will serve as educational and inspiring, and at the very least, allow you to make informed decisions about your future. A home is so much more than bricks and mortar and in today’s economic climate, home ownership may just be the smartest move you’ll ever make. Conversely, the flexibility of renting a property may suit your lifestyle and allow you to pursue passions the previous generation would have only dreamed of.
Confused? Don’t be. Follow Property Monarch and wise up to your options as there’s a big wide world out there!
This is a great topic Katie! I’ve traveled a lot but I must admit, I never really though much about home ownership. I’m looking forward to your experiences regarding this topic and I’m sure I’ll learn a lot from it.
I have always been of the opinion that home ownership is extremely important – long term asset (little accounting there lol). Looking forward to your weekly posts Katie.
Thanks for taking a look at my blog Zoe. Toronto’s market is different to London, but it’s quickly catching up in terms of housing affordability. London is also at max capacity whereas Toronto continues to grow and upwards so it will be interesting to look at how this affects the market. Please come back for more!
Katie, I can definitely relate to you – I too have moved plenty of times in my life. I disagree, and almost take offense when people assume that because of this I’ve never experienced what it feels like to live in a “home”. All of the places that I have lived have all felt like home, and together they create an abundance of fond memories. Looking forward to reading more!
I couldn’t agree with you more Camille and creating memories and new experiences is an extremely important part of life. I look forward to hearing more of your thoughts on this subject as the weeks progress!
Katie – this is such an interesting blog topic. I think it’s so relevant for people of all ages but I’m particularly interested because this is something I’ll have to think about in the near future. Can’t wait to learn about your experiences!
Katie, its great and helpful for anyone. I always dream about my house, but im not sure when my dream comes true :)) Hope I can reach it when follow your blog 😀 Cheers !
Hi Ni, thanks so much for stopping by! Your dream will become a reality one day, I am sure of that! And if my blog can help you on your way, then even better 🙂 I’m also going to be blogging about design and I’d love to get your thoughts on this topic as you’re very creative, so please do come back for more.
Katie, this is such a great topic. I have also moved many times throughout my life, and I have also only fairly recently moved to Toronto. One day, I hope to invest in home ownership in this city, but there certainly are so many factors to consider when thinking of buying property (or “space in the sky”) or renting in Toronto! I really look forward to reading more about this topic!
PS: I love the art you chose for this blog post! Is it just an image you found on Google?
Space in the sky indeed Anja! Great to have you on board and I hope you find my musings helpful. As for the art, it was a photo of row homes that I edited in powerpoint to apply the effect. I am glad you like it!
Property in Toronto is am interesting subject. I can’t remember where I read this exactly but we have more people moving into Toronto than we are building new places for them to live. A lot of people think condos, but right now I think it’s the homes that are going up in value astronomically. Great topic look forward to reading more!
Hi Mark, thanks for taking the time to review my blog. I really appreciate your thoughtful comments around the huge and somewhat overlooked value in homes versus condos. I think that condos are attractive as a lower downpayment is required and the rental vacancy rate on a condo is miniscule. But, you make an excellent point that while everyone goes mad for condos, its the homes that creep up and up in value. They are fast becoming a rare commodity and if I was able to make an investment right now, it would most definitely be in a house and not a condo. Please come back for more insights and I look forward to you sharing more of yours!
I’m glad you landed on this great blog theme after much wrestling, Agent Katie! Seems like there’s lots to work with. I’m a big fan of your approachable and conversational voice, as well as your personal connection to your topic. You may want to break up your paragraphs for increasing readability and include a couple more images to help the reader visualize your theme. Your blog deals with a very emotional, subjective, and personal theme: what makes a home.
Hi Geoff, thanks so much for taking the time to check out my blog and I appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Please come back soon for more insight into the world of renting and home ownership!
Hey, great idea for a blog. I know that several people who have regret some of their real estate choices. This looks like a fun blog that is both informative as well as creative. I have a suggestion for a post. You should talk about commute times and how they affect your choices for properties. Anyway so far so good can’t wait for more.
Thanks so much Maggie for swinging by and taking the time to read my blog. Excellent idea for a post – commute times are an incredibly important consideration, and one which should not be overlooked!
This is a great topic Katie! I’ve traveled a lot but I must admit, I never really though much about home ownership. I’m looking forward to your experiences regarding this topic and I’m sure I’ll learn a lot from it.
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Hi Amir, thank you for your kind words. I hope to share some sound advice with you & get you thinking about home ownership vs rental. Stay tuned!
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I have always been of the opinion that home ownership is extremely important – long term asset (little accounting there lol). Looking forward to your weekly posts Katie.
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Thanks for taking a look at my blog Alicia – I’m pleased to know I’ve got you on board with my subject matter! Watch this space!
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What a good topic! This is so relevant to us and I’m excited to learn from you!
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Thanks so much Aryana! I will do my best to leave you with some pearls of wisdom 🙂
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Great topic! Can’t wait to hear your thoughts about home ownership vs. renting. Coming from London, Toronto’s market must be very different.
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Thanks for taking a look at my blog Zoe. Toronto’s market is different to London, but it’s quickly catching up in terms of housing affordability. London is also at max capacity whereas Toronto continues to grow and upwards so it will be interesting to look at how this affects the market. Please come back for more!
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Katie, I can definitely relate to you – I too have moved plenty of times in my life. I disagree, and almost take offense when people assume that because of this I’ve never experienced what it feels like to live in a “home”. All of the places that I have lived have all felt like home, and together they create an abundance of fond memories. Looking forward to reading more!
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I couldn’t agree with you more Camille and creating memories and new experiences is an extremely important part of life. I look forward to hearing more of your thoughts on this subject as the weeks progress!
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Katie – this is such an interesting blog topic. I think it’s so relevant for people of all ages but I’m particularly interested because this is something I’ll have to think about in the near future. Can’t wait to learn about your experiences!
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Hi @connectcouture. Thanks for stopping by and I really hope I can share some tips with you for when you’re ready to take that next step.
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Katie, its great and helpful for anyone. I always dream about my house, but im not sure when my dream comes true :)) Hope I can reach it when follow your blog 😀 Cheers !
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Hi Ni, thanks so much for stopping by! Your dream will become a reality one day, I am sure of that! And if my blog can help you on your way, then even better 🙂 I’m also going to be blogging about design and I’d love to get your thoughts on this topic as you’re very creative, so please do come back for more.
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Katie, this is such a great topic. I have also moved many times throughout my life, and I have also only fairly recently moved to Toronto. One day, I hope to invest in home ownership in this city, but there certainly are so many factors to consider when thinking of buying property (or “space in the sky”) or renting in Toronto! I really look forward to reading more about this topic!
PS: I love the art you chose for this blog post! Is it just an image you found on Google?
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Space in the sky indeed Anja! Great to have you on board and I hope you find my musings helpful. As for the art, it was a photo of row homes that I edited in powerpoint to apply the effect. I am glad you like it!
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Property in Toronto is am interesting subject. I can’t remember where I read this exactly but we have more people moving into Toronto than we are building new places for them to live. A lot of people think condos, but right now I think it’s the homes that are going up in value astronomically. Great topic look forward to reading more!
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Hi Mark, thanks for taking the time to review my blog. I really appreciate your thoughtful comments around the huge and somewhat overlooked value in homes versus condos. I think that condos are attractive as a lower downpayment is required and the rental vacancy rate on a condo is miniscule. But, you make an excellent point that while everyone goes mad for condos, its the homes that creep up and up in value. They are fast becoming a rare commodity and if I was able to make an investment right now, it would most definitely be in a house and not a condo. Please come back for more insights and I look forward to you sharing more of yours!
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I’m glad you landed on this great blog theme after much wrestling, Agent Katie! Seems like there’s lots to work with. I’m a big fan of your approachable and conversational voice, as well as your personal connection to your topic. You may want to break up your paragraphs for increasing readability and include a couple more images to help the reader visualize your theme. Your blog deals with a very emotional, subjective, and personal theme: what makes a home.
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Hi Geoff, thanks so much for taking the time to check out my blog and I appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Please come back soon for more insight into the world of renting and home ownership!
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Hey, great idea for a blog. I know that several people who have regret some of their real estate choices. This looks like a fun blog that is both informative as well as creative. I have a suggestion for a post. You should talk about commute times and how they affect your choices for properties. Anyway so far so good can’t wait for more.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Maggie for swinging by and taking the time to read my blog. Excellent idea for a post – commute times are an incredibly important consideration, and one which should not be overlooked!
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