Tara Whitney Hoeg
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Tara Whitney Hoeg

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Tara Whitney Hoeg

Tara Whitney Hoeg

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.

Grain & Lustre | RE/MAX Hallmark Realty LTD.

Proudly serving the Greater
Toronto Area and beyond, ON M5S 3L9
Canada

Recent Articles

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01 Jul 2021

How to Bridge the Appraisal Gap in Today’s Real Estate Market

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs,1...

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03 May 2021

Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right?   For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical. A...

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apr2020

01 Apr 2021

Can I Buy or Sell a Home Without a Real Estate Agent?

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighbourhoods. This...

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march2021

01 Mar 2021

Is the Real Estate Market Going to Crash?

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

While many areas of the economy have contracted, the housing market has stayed remarkably strong. But can the good news last? When COVID-related shutdowns began in March, real estate brokers and clients scrambled to...

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feb2021

01 Feb 2021

5 Inspiring Home Design and Remodelling Trends for 2021

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

We’ve all spent a lot more time at home over the past year. And for many of us, our homes have become our office, our classroom, our gym—and most importantly, our safe haven during...

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jan2021

01 Jan 2021

New Year, New Home? Set Homeownership Goals Whether You’re Buying, Selling, or Staying Put

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

The start of a new year always compels people to take a fresh look at their goals, from health and career to relationships and finance. But with historically low mortgage rates, increased home sales...

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december2020

01 Dec 2020

10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community This Holiday Season

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

This year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community. It truly “takes a village” to keep a community functioning effectively, whether that’s by keeping our waterways...

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november2020

01 Nov 2020

The New Normal: A Strong Housing Market Expected to Continue into 2021

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

“2020 will be known for a lot of things, and a record-breaking year for real estate will certainly be one of its more unexpected legacies,” prominent economist Daryl Fairweather said.1 And he’s right: most...

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01 Sep 2020

Move-Up vs. Second Home: Which One Is Right For You?

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home. According to a recent survey by The...

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august2020

01 Aug 2020

Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers

by Tara Whitney Hoeg

In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are...

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Recent Listings

88 Davenport Road #308 Toronto ON M5R 0A5 - Building 1

88 Davenport Road #308 | Toronto ON | M5R 0A5

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,...

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