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Cristina van Blommestein, Royal LePage Estate Realty. (416)606-4663

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 Cristina's Toronto Real Estate (Serving The Beaches, Riverdale, Kingston Road Village, East York, Cliffside Village, Toronto Central, Rosedale), Homes for sale and MLS listings

Interesting little tidbits, tips, hints and shorts related to Toronto Real Estate, and especially The Beaches.

Search for MLS Listings on my website

Click here to search for available properties in the Greater Toronto Area on the new MLS search page! Easy to use and up to date.

RetroFoam Insulation - Health Canada Advisory

In 2008-2009, approximately 700 homes in Ontario have been insulated by RetroFoam Canada with a banned formaldehyde-based product. Health Canada's advisory on RetroFoam Insulation provides information for homeowners including a number to call to arrange for Government support to have their air quality tested.

Land Transfer Tax

Land Transfer Tax, Toronto Real Estate Law Rebates for First Time Homebuyers. Who is considered a first time homebuyer eligible for the rebate? What is considered an eligible property? What is the maximum rebate provided? When will I get the rebate? Find out more information on the two land transfer taxes click here.