The Standard Journal

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How Agents Can Thrive In Ontario’s Shifting Real Estate Markets

June 1, 2022

It’s no longer a question: Ontario’s real estate markets are shifting. After more than two years of upheaval driven by the pandemic, a slew of factors (most primarily: ri...

Go Global: This Brokerage Empowers Realtors to Sell on a Luxury Stage

May 18, 2022

Today’s successful real estate agents know the importance of playing in a global market. Gone are the days of sticking t...

No Place Like Home: This Luxury Brokerage Sets Realtors Up For Success

April 7, 2022

At Toronto-based luxury real estate brokerageJohnston & Daniel, culture and collaboration stand front and centre. In add...

A Night To Remember: 2021 Johnston & Daniel Awards Event Recap

March 25, 2022

On Thursday, March 10, 2022, Johnston & Daniel hosted the 2021 Johnston & Daniel Awards. Over 90 guests attended this ev...

Luxury Abounds in Toronto’s Most Exciting Downtown Enclaves

March 4, 2022

World-class shopping and dining. Culture. Historic Architecture. These are just a few of the perks of living in Toronto’...

Take a Bow: 2021 Johnston & Daniel Award Winners

February 19, 2022

For over 50 years, the Johnston & Daniel awards program has recognized sales performance and leadership by Johnston & Da...

Phil Soper Recognized as Top Canadian in Swanepoel Power 200 for Ninth Consecutive Year

January 14, 2022

CEO of Bridgemarq Real Estate Services, Inc., which owns Royal LePage, Johnston & Daniel, Via Capitale, and Proprio Dire...

Gorgeous Lawrence Park Estate Exudes Glamour and Exclusivity

January 4, 2022

Exclusive, exciting, and elegant beyond compare, a listing coming soon to Lawrence Park has us swooning… and soon, you w...

Purpose-Built Luxury Rentals: Toronto’s Hottest New Real Estate Trend?

January 4, 2022

Imagine: all the luxury of a lavish condo buy, with none of the lofty and long-term financial commitment. That’s the sor...

Toronto’s Luxury Real Estate Market Returns to Pre-Pandemic Peaks, and Beyond

January 4, 2022

TORONTO’S LUXURY REAL ESTATE MARKET RETURNS TO PRE-PANDEMIC PEAKS, AND BEYOND We don’t need to recap the slowdown in rea...

2-Storey Penthouse in Summerhill is One-of-a-Kind Home in the Sky

January 4, 2022

In Toronto’s prestigious Summerhill neighbourhood, a warm yet polished, homey yet sophisticated, two-storey penthouse is...

How to Decorate Your Home to List During the Holiday Season

December 14, 2021

‘Tis the season to be jolly, festive, and — perhaps — packing up to move house. Indeed, even if a “holiday slow-down” do...

Top 6 Home Improvements To Add Value To Your Home

November 14, 2019

Homeowners often look to customize their home for personal enjoyment and to appeal to future buyers. So, we ask, which r...

The Value In Hiring A Real Estate Agent

November 14, 2019

With the wealth of online resources dedicated to helping you search for a new home or sell the one you own, you might be...

Should You Sell Your Home?

November 14, 2019

For many, you’ll know it’s time, when posed with the question to stay or sell. Specific reasons to sell your home can co...

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