HGTV's "The Really Big Flip"  -  also shown on TV Tropolis

In Episode One of "The Really Big Flip"  - a new, entertaining, Toronto house flipping show on HGTV - I find my clients a GREAT home in the west end neighbourhood of Lambton-Baby Point-Bloor West Village. With years of market research experience under my belt, I knew that the home I found for my clients would be perfect for the task of 'house flipping' for this exciting contest, whereby the winners stand to gain a $50,000 bonus on TOP of their profits!

Check for re-runs of this entertaining real estate renovation show which

was filmed in the Baby Point - Bloor West Village Neighbourhood

- Jeanette

The Really Big Flip

In this new house-flipping contest,  three 'unique' teams have to find, fix and then flip a house (on their own budget no less) -  all in a six month period. Amongst a few surprises, lots of stress, and more than a dash of demolition dust, the 3 teams' relationship and renovation skills are certainly put to the test.

As the real estate agent representing one of these teams, I worked hard to provide them what I thought they would need from a real-estate perspective, to make the most profit.  This included extensive research of the Toronto market; finding the property that looked to have the best return on investment (ROI) for them (location location location!); helping them negotiate the best deal with the sellers; and then providing them input on the types of renovation finishes, styles and functionality that buyers are looking for to bring them top dollar on the resale (a service I often provide to my clients).  Then, once renovations were completed, I personally staged the house with rented furniture and original art  (see below for details). This is another service that I provide to clients, and is a proven way to enhance the sale price of a property and speed up the sale! And with additional current market research for the neighbourhood, I helped them price the property, & marketed and listed it for sale.  But ...Yikes - the timelines were tight!!  Tune in to find out what happens...

The Really Big Flip on HGTV and TV Tropolis

Final Episode  -  See which team wins! (..or call me for details :)

The original art - paintings and lithographs - that I sourced or commissioned, and then used to STAGE the winning team's property were created by two very talented Toronto artists:

Ulla Djelweh and Jason AleXander

Both frequently exhibit their art around town at major shows and also sell their work privately, also offering custom work, and pieces (including those seen on the show) that can be purchased or rented for staging.  Please contact me for details or contact the artist directly via their websites.

This show originally premiered on New Year's Eve on HGTV and has since run on TV Tropolis.

...in a Particular Neighbourhood

Are you searching for a new or resale home or condominium in a particular area or neighbourhood of Toronto? Are you searching for a new or resale home or condominium in a particular area or Toronto, or perhaps wondering what your current home is worth in your neighbourhood?

Bloor West Village or Liberty Village?  Would you like to live in a certain area of Toronto such as The Kingsway or Etobicoke? Or is Baby Point or High Park more your style? Will it be Riverdale, Rosedale or Roncesvalles?  Could it be that Corktown or Cabbagetown is right up your alley? Fancy starring in your new life in the "Film District" or trendy Leslieville? If you prefer a 'Westside Storey' (or 2 or 3...) then The Junction, Trinity Bellwoods or Beaconsfield Village may suit. Perhaps you dream of Sunnylea then again, maybe you'll head straight for "The Beach" instead. Decisions-Decisions!! If you're just not quite sure where to begin with your selling and or buying process, then let me help point you in the right direction.  I've recently help people unfamiliar with the city relocate from far and wide in Canada, Europe and the UK.

Maybe you're only just starting your search, and since you are just at the initial investigation stage, you don't want to 'feel pressured' by a real estate agent, because you think you're not quite ready to go and view homes yet?  This is where I come in.  Start your home search for your ultimate place right here and find all the information you need to make an educated purchase when you are ready!

Click HERE and fill in the quick form, or if even that seems like more of a commitment than you're quite ready for, simply drop me an email at jeanette@marketpointrealty.ca stating your desired neighbourhood, or general area or intersection  along with your price range and number beds / baths / parking required, and I can send you links to newly listed properties that match your criteria, BEFORE they even go onto the public MLS.

No pressure ~ No obligation ~ No hassle !

Just fast, friendly, professional & efficient service to get you the information you are searching for, and speed you on your way to your new home.  Call or email anytime!

What is Title Insurance Anyway...

Title theft, and Title insurance have been in the news in Ontario quite a bit this year. While a part of most real estate transactions, many home buyers are not familiar with what Title Insurance is, what it protects and why they should make sure they purchase it.  For more info. on this topic - click Here.