OTTAWA, ONTARIO–(Marketwired – Feb. 6, 2014) – Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) expects the number of housing starts to stabilize in 2014 and 2015. Support from improved economic and demographic fundamentals will be tempered by a combination of a modest and gradual increase in mortgage rates and […]
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Imagine you’re having a new house built. Workers prepare the building site then a 6-metre tall crane-like gantry is brought in and installed on rails either side of the house. The machine rolls back and forth extruding fast-drying concrete and building up your house layer by layer. […]
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National Association of Home Builders’s consumer study, “What Do New Home Buyers Want,” takes a comprehensive look at what’s hot and what’s not among prospective home buyers. The 2013 survey was conducted at the tail end of a protracted housing recession that affected not only the number […]
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A new report from the National Association of Home Builders shows the costs of constructing a single-family home were much higher when compared to 2011, reaching $246,553 last year compared with just $184,125 in 2011. Much of this cost was due to an increase in the price […]
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The Home of Tomorrow — complete with helper bots and automated appliances — has long been the stuff of science fiction. The tech world is determined to make it a reality. Soon, the vision goes, everything from garden products to bathroom appliances will be controlled by the touch […]
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It all starts with buying a building lot. Whether you long for the privacy a couple of acres in the country promises, or you’ve got your eye on a cute little residential lot in a subdivision, buying a lot and building a house on it is a dream for […]
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Finding the ideal house plan to meet your lifestyle and needs may seem time-consuming or overwhelming, but knowing what to look for can help lead you to success when building your new home. 19 Things You Must Know When Choosing House Plans 1. Aesthetics: Do you like […]
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Construction Lien Act In Ontario – Introduction Those involved in the construction industry are continually faced with financial risks not encountered in other commercial contexts. These financial risks stem from the fact that most construction work is carried out by different construction trades people who have no […]
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Insuring Your Home While Being Built – Construction Insurance Even though insuring a home while it is under construction or being built is not directed by any laws, it is a must, especially if you finance all or a part of construction costs. So, what type of […]
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At the beginning, we have to state that only a small percentage of contractors are bad apples. Those who are will cost you large in time and money. Fortunately, scammers and con artists are pretty easy to spot as long as your desire to save money doesn’t […]
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How much will my dream home cost – What you need to know about a cost of homebuilding: If you are considering having a custom home built, the following information will help you get an idea of the home building cost exclusive of land. There are many […]
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HST Calculator for New Homes in Ontario HST Calculator for New Homes Enter Home Price ($): Calculate HST 🏠 Overview of HST and the New Housing Rebate Purchasing a new home in Ontario involves several moving parts—and one of the most significant considerations is understanding the Harmonized […]
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Most people think that the “cost per square foot” of a house is one of the best ways to determine whether it’s a good value. New home builders have to deal with this every day, and the truth is typically not what the client wants to hear. […]
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“Discover a Home That Offers Lower Energy Bills, A Healthier Living Environment and Complete Peace of Mind – Guaranteed!” A home that stands up to fire, noise, sun, wind, rain, snow, bugs, mould and inevitable Acts of God like, earthquakes and hurricanes; A home that provides years […]
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by Steve Cook A good contractor will do quality work and complete a job according to schedule at a reasonable price. They will show up on time and finish the job rather than leaving it ninety percent done. Keep in mind, however, that just because a contractor […]
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What should I do to prepare for the actual renovation process? Your contractor will have many tasks for you to complete within a specified period. Here are a few thoughts from my experience: 32 Tips for a Successful Remodel in Ontario. If it is a large-scale remodel, […]
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HST on new homes in Ontario By: Mark Weisleder Some investors who bought new homes or condos in the past few years planning to flip them in a hot Toronto market are facing HST bills of up to $30,000. That’s because they didn’t read the fine print on […]
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By Jay McKenzie The kitchen has open sight lines to the family room, breakfast nook, and patio. The master bedroom offers privacy in a quiet corner of the home. The Savannah Plan by Taylor Morrison. The Sweetwater Community. Austin, TX. As you plan your new home, one […]
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Give yourself the a gift of the year: beautifully decorated new home in Township of Tiny, Ontario! ICFHome.ca, one of the most well-known custom home builders in Ontario is proud to announce the launch of new home sales for Lafontaine Village at Georgian Bay – a wonderful community that […]
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Every single person out there has dreams of having a beautiful home. Honestly speaking, it’s natural for one to have such desires, and we at ICFHome.ca are here to make your wishes come true! Yes, you heard that right! The team of professional home builders in Ontario […]
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If you ask someone who has recently built a custom home, you may hear a horror story about their experience. Perhaps four out of ten people will say their experience was “fair,” and only one in ten will say their experience was “great.”
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Since 1991, ICFhome.ca has been building quality custom homes in many of Georgian Bay communities, from Owen Sound at the east, through Meaford, Thornbury and Collingwood, all the way to Midland and Muskokas to the west. We have been regarded as an innovator in the new home […]
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Choosing The Right New Home Builders Ontario Among the many major decisions that you would make in life, one that truly stands out: Building your new home from scratch. Building a new home in Southern Ontario is exciting, but it also makes a lot of people very […]
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If you are interested in purchasing a new home along the beaches of Georgian Bay, then there are two options that you have. The first option involves purchasing one that has already been built, and the second involves taking on the services offered by custom home […]
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Your home is the most substantial personal investment that you would ever get to make in life. Although the entire undertaking of getting started with the home building process is fun and exciting, it is also packed with stress and complexities. This is reason enough for you […]
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