In this festive episode of the Toronto Living Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the holiday spirit wearing Christmas hats and share their 2025 Christmas wishlist. They discuss what they'd love to see from Santa, including improvements in the Toronto real estate market, government changes, and a wish for the Toronto Maple Leafs to make it to the third round of the playoffs. The duo also reviews their latest food adventures, including a visit to Descendants Pizza and Union on Ossington. Finally, they touch on pressing issues like the landlord-tenant board and recent mortgage rule changes. Tune in for a mix of serious discussions and light-hearted holiday cheer! Chapters (00:00) Festive Introduction and Christmas Spirit (00:32) Toronto Livings Podcast Overview (01:22) Christmas Episode and Party City Panic (02:56) Pizza Adventures and Food Reviews (08:38) Union on Ossington: A Dining Experience (12:58) Real Estate News and Market Predictions (16:29) Mortgage Changes and Financial Insights (26:38) Holiday Wishlist and Fun (27:51) Starting Strong with Uber Eats (28:09) Traffic Woes and Uber Caps (29:41) Debating CaféTO (31:59) Santa Claus Wishlist: Sandwichito and the Leafs (33:44) Landlord Tenant Board Reforms (41:21) Christmas Gifts and Memories (44:58) Wrapping Up: Wishes for 2025 (55:03) Final Thoughts and Farewells Show Notes Restaurant name: Union Website: http://union72.ca/ Location: 72 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7 Restaurant name: Descendant Detroit Style Pizza Website:Descendant Detroit Style Pizza Location: 1168 Queen E Where You Can Find Us 🏡 For all your Toronto Real Estate Needs: TorontoLivings.com/ 🖥️ Instagram Mark Savel: https://www.instagram.com/torontolivings/ Joey Virgilio: https://www.instagram.com/joey_torontolivings/ 🎙 Weekly Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/toronto-real-estate

In this episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, Mark and Joey dive into a detailed analysis of the November real estate market update for Toronto, debunking headlines and offering valuable context. They discuss why sales were reportedly up 40 percent, explore the intricacies of different market segments, and highlight the importance of understanding the numbers behind the headlines. Beyond the market talk, they share personal stories, including Mark's experience with virtual ER, Joey's homemade remedies, and their fun outing to a Korean BBQ restaurant. They also highlight the vibrant city culture, focusing on a memorable holiday party and the legacy of the El Macombo. If you're interested in Toronto's real estate scene and enjoy a blend of insightful data and engaging anecdotes, this episode is for you. Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Episode Overview (00:04) Debunking the November Market Update (02:11) Virtual ER Experience (04:01) Candlelight Performance and Coldplay (05:27) Korean Barbecue Adventure (11:41) Sage Christmas Party at El Macombo (20:01) Viewer Comments and Feedback (24:10) Vacant Home Tax Announcement (25:08) Filling Out Property Tax Forms (26:06) Toronto Tempo: New WNBA Team (26:54) November Market Update (28:27) Debunking Market Headlines (36:48) Analyzing Market Transactions (41:32) Condos: The Market Anomaly (48:22) Economic Indicators and Predictions (51:57) AI and Market Predictions (53:44) Shoutouts and Wrap-Up Show Notes Restaurant name: TAKJA BBQ House Website: https://www.takja.ca/ Location: 962 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A5 Restaurant name: The Elmocambo Website: https://elmocambo.com/ Location: 464 Spadina Ave. Toronto, ON M5T 2G8 Vacant Home Tax Declaration: https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/property-taxes-utilities/vacant-home-tax/vacant-home-tax-declaration-of-occupancy-status/

Navigating Toronto's 2025 Vacant Home Tax In Episode 74 of the Toronto Living's podcast, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio discuss the latest updates to the Toronto Vacant Home Tax, including the critical 2024 declaration requirements and significant changes to the tax rate. They highlight the importance of declaring your property's status, the impact of the tax increase from 1% to 3%, the exemptions available, and the necessity for all property owners in Toronto to comply. The episode also features their recent food adventures, including a visit to Burger Drops and a recap of Marks trip to Buffalo, NY. Additionally, they touch on their latest real estate listings and transactions, providing valuable tips for both buyers and sellers. Tune in for all the essential details every Toronto property owner needs to know about the Vacant Home Tax for 2024. Podcast Episode Breakdown (00:00) Introduction and Episode Overview (00:13) Vacant Home Tax Announcement (00:47) Podcast Introduction and Hosts (01:15) Casual Catch-Up and Personal Updates (03:03) Food Adventures and Reviews (06:12) Buffalo Trip Highlights (13:39) Current Real Estate Listings (17:27) Vacant Home Tax Deep Dive (24:53) Speculations and Initial Reactions (25:08) Understanding Property Tax Assessments (25:37) Calculating Your Vacant Home Tax (26:33) Exemptions and Special Cases (27:30) Declaration Process and Deadlines (30:17) Principal Residence and Vacant Home Tax (32:58) Exemptions Explained (38:57) Change of Ownership and Responsibilities (42:32) Final Thoughts and Summary (44:10) Shoutouts and Closing Remarks Show Notes Vacant Home Tax Toronto Portal: https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/property-taxes-utilities/vacant-home-tax/ Toronto Vacant Home Tax 2024-2025: Complete Guide & Important Changes: https://www.torontolivings.com/toronto-vacant-home-tax-2024-2025-complete-guide-important-changes For the Best Pizza in Buffalo: La Nova https://lanova-pizza.com/ 5151 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14222 Phone: (716) 634-5151 Bar-Bill North Address: 8326 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221, United States Phone: +1 716-710-9464 Menu: barbill.com Burger Drops Address: 116 Atlantic Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 1X9 https://www.burgerdrops.com/ Where You Can Find Us 🏡 For all your Toronto Real Estate Needs: TorontoLivings.com/ 🖥️ Instagram Mark Savel: https://www.instagram.com/torontolivings/ Joey Virgilio: https://www.instagram.com/joey_torontolivings/ 🎙 Weekly Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/toronto-real-estate