December in Toronto comes with familiar rituals – twinkling lights, Mariah on repeat, and calendars filling up quickly. It’s also a time of year when many homeowners quietly start asking big-picture questions: Is 2026 our year to make a move?

From a numbers standpoint, November didn’t deliver any dramatic plot twists. TRREB reported 5,010 sales across the GTA, down 15.8% from a year ago, with new listings also lower and the average selling price down about 6% year-over-year. Month-over-month prices, however, were essentially flat compared with October. The current state of affairs seems to be not a dramatic descent, but rather adjusting then holding steady.

Many would-be buyers are still biding their time, waiting for more encouraging…

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Episode 8: A Portrait in Design, Good Manners, and Living Authentically - Tommy Smythe

In this episode of Beyond the Blueprints, Cailey Heaps, of Heaps Estrin Real Estate welcomes renowned Toronto interior designer and television personality Tommy Smythe for a heartfelt and illuminating conversation. 

For those who have long admired the wit, refinement, and unmistakable character behind Tommy Smythe's designs, this episode offers a rare opportunity to step behind the scenes. Together, Cailey and Tommy explore the experiences and influences that have shaped his distinctive approach to design and to life. Blending storytelling, expertise, and inspiration, this episode speaks to anyone who appreciates the intersection of design, craftsmanship, and…

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