Tara Whitney Hoeg, CPA, CA, CFA
Tara Whitney Hoeg is an attentive and candid expert in problem finding and solving! After graduating from the University of Waterloo with both her Bachelors and Masters in Accounting, she went on to become a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Financial Analyst. She has worked all over the globe in various areas of finance and investment at accounting firms and large publicly traded companies with an emphasis on financial institutions. Combining her strong finance background with a passion for real estate and lifestyle she founded Grain & Lustre. Tara earned her Realtor® license to help others invest wisely in their homes, their lives and their futures. She applies her knowledge and experience to the benefit of her Canadian and International clients. An avid adventurer who has travelled to all 7 continents, she loves the arts, sports (yes, even the Leafs and Toronto FC), and is also a major foodie. For Tara, Toronto is one of the greatest places on the planet to call your home. You will often see her out and about the city with Sherlock, her devoted dog.
Grain & Lustre
Grain & Lustre strategizes, advises and manages multimillion dollar real estate portfolios in Ontario and Atlantic Canada, including condominiums, residential homes, waterfront and recreational cottage properties. Grain & Lustre believes in smart money and intelligent luxury. Build your wealth as you enjoy it.
01 Jan 2024
Home buyers surprised everyone last spring when they shook off higher borrowing costs and showed up to new home sales in droves. The surge in competition for a still-limited pool of properties helped home...
01 Dec 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it’s also the most wasteful. According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to...
01 Nov 2023
Buying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer...
29 Sep 2023
If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Canadians’ favourite ways to grow their...
01 Sep 2023
Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Bank of Canada shut down the party when it began raising interest rates...
31 Jul 2023
To avoid buyer’s remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home. Most new homebuyers don’t regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a recent survey by Zolo, 80% of...
01 Jul 2023
Does your current home no longer serve your needs? If so, you may be torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one. This can be a difficult choice, and there’s...
01 Jun 2023
There’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since the Bank of Canada began its series of inflation-fighting interest rate hikes last year, a new mantra has emerged: mortgage rates,...
01 May 2023
It’s not easy being a first-time home buyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight...
31 Mar 2023
Keeping a clean and orderly home is a challenge for many of us. Between busy work schedules, social obligations, and family commitments, it’s tough to keep up with daily chores—let alone larger seasonal tasks....
Active | 2 BR | 2 BA | 1,666 sqft
88 Davenport Road #308 | Toronto ON | M5R 0A5 Welcome to this rare two bedroom, two bathroom home at The Florian, where residents enjoy modern luxury in Yorkville. Airy and bright with 10-foot ceilings,...