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I’m often ammused by all the crazy kinds of fridge magnets I see on daily basis…From tattoo removal (as if that’s something you’ll need every day) to competing Realtors and their smiling grins, the fridge has become a popular space for brands to promote their messages in consumers homes! And yes, even I am guilty of such tactics with my “Savel And The City” magnets making their rounds on various fridges throughout the City.

I recently stumbled upon some real swanky magnets at a  showings!

“App Magnets” and as the websites description suggests:
Keeping stuff on you fridge? There’s an App for that. Set of 18 magnets, designed to look like iPhone Apps.

They retail for $16 on the UrbanOutfitters website and are a fun and playful way to post things on your fridge!

Pool season has officially begun! With the hot June summer weather rolling into town, 12 outdoor pools opened their doors early this year. On Saturday June 26, the City’s remaining 47 outdoor pools opened up along with more than 100 wading pools. Outdoor pools and wading pools will remain open for the season, until September 5. It’s expected to be a hot one this year, so check out the City of Toronto’s website for a full list of pools, locations and hours of operation!

Have you ever wanted to hang something on the wall…only to realize there is no stud behind it to support it??  Well worry no more!  In the above video I tested out the “Monkey Hook” on my office wall.  After  some minor set backs I was able to get my photo up.  No tools, no screws, Sucessssss!

The week has just begun, and it’s already looking busier than the line up for beer at a Toronto FC game! I figured, before I get into a week of writing about the glamorous world of real estate, I’d dedicate my Monday post to my beloved Reds! 

The Toronto Football club is about to embark on its 4th year in the MLS (and no not the Multiple Listing Service as some readers may think). TFC has yet to make the playoffs but have definitely scored in getting fans on their side. I dabbled in the cult following but never really became hooked until my first live game…I remember it like it was only a year ago (probably because it was). 

From the Dufferin bus ride down, to the stomping of the ground in the bleachers…it’s an experience every Torontonian must try! I went to several games last year and had the time of my life every time. – Sidenote to any one from Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment that may be reading this: They won 5 out of 6 games I attended; I very well may be their lucky charm! I started the season as just another fan wearing whatever red and white I could find in my closet, but I ended the season with a scarf, jersey, t-shirt (both of which I won at that game) and I was even lucky enough to catch the ball! See video below

The team has gone through a lot of changes during the off season, and so has the stadium! We not only have REAL grass to play on, but also additional seats for the North side of the pitch. The Reds start their season Saturday March 27th in Columbus! Check out the full schedule here. 

If you weren’t lucky enough to buy season tickets…you could always buy a liberty village condo as many offer views of the stadium ;) Goooo Reeeeds!

It’s a sad SAD day for Toronto architecture as it looks like we’re about to loose another amazing project! The Giraffe condo was a 27 story architectural masterpiece planned for the North West corner of Bloor and Dundas. Different than the typical and predictable trend of rectangular designs that we’re so used to seeing, Giraffe was a breath of fresh air to the Toronto skyline…LITTERALY!

For those unfamiliar with the proposed project (pictured above), allow me to explain it like this…The structure is a lot like Angelina Jolie: Edgy, Beautiful, Unique and Socially Responsible! Not only did the design push the boundaries of style, it also did it keeping sustainable living in mind! The plan at Giraffe was to build the condo based on a Silver Certification by LEED – the nationally recognized standard in sustainable design, construction and operation. Read the rest of this entry »

You have every right in the world to think I’m loosing my marbles, based on the above photo! Although I can assure you I’m not… I definitely need a bit of a break!  For those who’ve worked with me in the past, the photo shouldn’t shock you (k maybe a bit).  There’s 3 things i like to incorporate into my business: Knowledge, Passion and a bit of fun! 

I’ll be down south for the week refreshing the mind and working on bettering the business.  I’ve decided to leave all tech gadgets in Toronto so I’ll be completely out of the loop in regards to checking and responding to messages.  You can call me at the office and the front desk will put you in contact with a colleague who is watching the business in my absence!

…I hope to get some inspiration from a few books I’ll be bringing with me, in specific: What the Dog saw by Malcom Gladwell and The Four Seasons by Isadore Sharp!

See you in a week Toronto!

oh, and yes, it’s photoshopped :)

It’s funny how fast things change! The same time last year I was using Facebook once and a blue moon, contemplated joining LinkedIn and hadn’t even heard of Twitter.  Fast forward a year and I have 4 website/blogs not including all the “social media” sites I’ve subscribed to!  The problem in the past was that I had a ton of info but no way of sharing them.  Now I have a ton of websites, but find it impossible to tell people about them in one breath…

Enter: SavelAndTheCity.com

It’s my new one-stop shop website that allows visitors to see the many sides of “Savel”! For example… by clicking  “in photos“, you’ll be taken to my photo blog which shows off all the cool pics I take around the City.  Interested in the happenings of Yorkville?  Try clicking on “BloorCondos.com” for the latest in high-end Real Estate and lifestyle! Or maybe you’re ready to have me work for you…click on “SavelSells.com” to find out more about the services I provide and how I get the job done!  Lastly there’s “SavelBlogs.com”, it’s an informal way of sharing my knowledge and experiences as a downtown Realtor… from new construction projects to the latest in upcoming trends my goal is to incorporate it all. 

As one colleague asked: “Is all this online fluff really necessary???” ABSOLUTLY…it keeps me on my toes and current with the ever changing downtown core.  Long gone are the Wild West ways of the past.  Transparency is everything and this is my way of participating in it. There’s more that makes a Realtor, beyond the cheesy bus stop ads, past the flashy suites, knowledge is what you’re hired for.  By using the different social media sites, it allows me to take in more info and through my various “Savel” themed outlets, i’m able to share it!

enjoy!