All Of The Above - Duncan's Blog

How to Avoid a trip to the hospital - Toronto

Over the years, my friend Dr. Murray Waldman and I have hosted a community event for new and experienced parents, caregivers and even parents-to-be who want to know more about dealing with medical emergencies. We call it "The Doctor Is... Read more →

Hot Water Tank - Rent or Buy?

In all of the houses I've owned or lived in, only once has a hot water tank broken down. That's a lot of showers and baths and dish washings. So why are we hellbent on renting these darn things? When... Read more →

The Value of Tact

The Concise Oxford Dictionary defines tact as "adroitness in dealing with persons and circumstances". "Ok" says I as I leaf back a few pages. Adroit I notice is defined as "having address; dexterous". Good grief I gasp. What the hell... Read more →

U.S. Housing Meltdown - Part 2

When I was at the RE/MAX International Convention in Las Vegas a year and a half ago, the few American agents who attended (relative to past years) were in a funk about the state of their industry. The sub prime... Read more →

Home Inspections Continued

The home inspection industry is under the microscope these days thanks to a court case in British Columbia that held an inspector liable to the tune of $200,000.00. Apparently, the judge ruled that he missed some major flaws with the... Read more →

Home Inspector Litigation - Part 2

The recent court case in B.C. that held a home inspector liable for damages to the tune of $200,000.00 (approximately) has fueled a debate in the press and within the real estate community. The home inspectors of the world are... Read more →

Micro Finance Continues to Flourish

The spectacular Toronto Reference Library was the location of what turned out to be one of the most important events in the Micro Finance movement in Canada, the Toronto Micro Finance Conference. This took place on Saturday, November 14th. I... Read more →

Home Inspectors in the news!

I've never had any of my homes inspected by a certified home inspector. I needed to get that off my chest. Even though I've attended hundreds of home inspections with clients, I'm unqualified to rate, and unfamiliar with much of... Read more →

January 21, 2010 - The Event!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Artscan Circle Fundraiser - January 21, 2010 Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas St. W. (at Bloor), Toronto 30 years ago, Bob McNiven joined Whiskey Jack, thus beginning a rich musical odyssey with Whiskey Jack founder Duncan Fremlin. To... Read more →

January 21, 2010 - Big Day!

I'm pleased to sponsor and promote a concert at Hugh's Room on January 21st, 2010 in support of Artscan Circle. Details will be included in the next blog entry. This is a registered charity that contributes greatly to the betterment... Read more →

Efficient Communication

Being in the public domain with my real estate web page, my music web page, my blog, my presence on various public web sites, my print and media advertising and on and on.....my email addresses are readily known and available... Read more →

Fantastic Business Ideas

In my role as vice chair of ACCESS Community Capital Fund and former member of their Loan Review Committee, I've attended many interviews with aspiring business people who are searching for new funding to grow their business. Perhaps the most... Read more →

Once in a Lifetime Show

Imagine walking into the 12th Fret Music Store on the Danforth some afternoon. There are a few people around. In fact, the store is almost empty. Then imagine Eric Claptan walks in with his guitar, followed by his bass player... Read more →

Hammy Hamster plays The Four Seasons Centre for the Arts

Yesterday evening was the longest evening in my life! Yes, I WENT TO THE OPERA! This wasn't just any opera. It was The Nightingale by Stravinsky and the media raved about it. Apparently, according to the critics, it was even... Read more →

Much ado about what exactly?

The real estate industry has been under siege since I began selling in 1987. The first big change that I recall was the advent of the Buyer Agency Agreement. This contract allowed buyers to select a Realtor of their choice... Read more →

Real Estate and Seniors

Every time you turn around, there's an article, book or service being promoted to the community of senior citizens and their caregivers. It's really become big business and we're told that it's only going to get bigger. It's a difficult... Read more →