Upcoming Events - 2024
April 16th 7-9pm: Join Us In Person at 235 Clinton St - How to Sell and Buy part of a house?
May 21st 7-9pm: Join Us In Person at 235 Clinton St - Money Talks with Lesley- Co-Ownership Financing
June 18th 7-8pm: Join Us In Person at 235 Clinton St - Meet a Co-Ownership Developer
PAST EVENTS:
Connecting Co-Owners: A Real-Time Renovation Story
February 20th 7-9pm: Join Us In Person at 235 Clinton St - Connecting Co-OwnersDate & Time: January 30th, 7-9pm
Location: 235 Clinton St, Toronto, ON
Event Overview: In an innovative evening dedicated to exploring the dynamics of co-ownership in real estate, join us for an insightful session where theory meets practice. This event offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into the world of co-owning properties. Whether you're considering co-ownership as a viable housing solution or simply curious about its workings, this gathering promises valuable learnings and firsthand experiences.
Why Attend?
Exclusive Insights: Hear from Parimal Gosai and Lesli Gaynor, the visionary co-founders of Husmates and partners at GOCO Solutions, about the ethos and practicalities of co-ownership.
Real-Life Case Study: Engage with a co-ownership group of five currently undergoing renovations. This diverse assembly, featuring children, three apartments, and three separate parties, offers a rare glimpse into the collaborative and logistical aspects of co-living and co-renovation.
Expert Advice: Learn about the financial intricacies of co-ownership from Lesley Tenaglia, a seasoned mortgage agent, who will shed light on how to effectively finance a group project.
Community Interaction: This event is not just about listening; it's about engaging, questioning, and connecting with like-minded individuals interested in alternative housing solutions.
Highlights:
Food & Beverage: Complimentary refreshments will be served, fostering a warm, convivial atmosphere for discussions and networking.
Free Admission: While there's no charge to attend, RSVP to hello@gocosolutions.com is required to ensure a spot in this exclusive gathering.
Educational Opportunity: Discover the "sticky parts" of co-ownership, from strategizing through renovations to managing communal living spaces, directly from those living this reality.
Who Should Attend? This event is ideal for anyone in the Toronto area interested in sustainable, inclusive, and innovative housing solutions. Whether you're a potential co-owner, a design enthusiast, a real estate professional, or simply curious about co-ownership dynamics, this session promises a wealth of information and networking opportunities.
RSVP Today: Secure your spot by sending an RSVP to hello@gocosolutions.com. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn about co-ownership from those who are actively reshaping the way we think about home and community living.
Presented by: GoCo Solutions, in partnership with GOCO Solutions Real Estate, Lesley Tenaglia Mortgage Agent, and Fridman Toronto of Forest Hill Real Estate Inc.
Join us for an evening of learning, inspiration, and community. Discover how co-ownership can offer a sustainable, just, and joyful approach to living in Toronto's dynamic urban landscape.
Why consider Co-operative Real Estate now?
Make an Affordable Home Purchase
Real estate purchases and rentals are becoming too expensive for most individuals: Some Torontonians are spending up to 75% of their income on housing (Globe and Mail: Jan 2018)
Live in Community
Sharing space and resources creates healthy, more affordable communities. Less isolation means more engagement in community activities.
Stay in Your Neighbourhood
Co-operative real estate offers the opportunity to live or remain in communities you know and love.
Previous Events
Co-Ownership Opportunities and Ownership Options
A comprehensive conference style event, exploring all aspects of co-ownership. Everything you need to know to successfully co-own.
Speaker Series:
Macro Economic Dynamics, Policy Responses and Housing Values - Hamid Sodeifi, Professor at Sheridan College
Real Estate Investing & Growing Wealth - Leonard Fridman, Broker at Forest Hill Downtown
New Zoning Rules and Regulations in Toronto - Michael Piper, Professor at the University of Toronto
Co-Ownership on a Legal Level - Ryan Martin, Lawyer from Aura LLP
Ins and Outs of Financing Co-Ownership - Lesley Tenaglia, Mortage Agent at Fuse Mortgages
Date: February 4th, 2023
Time: 9:30am-4:00pm
Location: Centre for Social Innovation, Annex
Join us at Toronto’s most comprehensive Co-operative Real Estate event to date!
IDS Toronto celebrates and promotes design in Canada and across the world. Experiential and transformative, we bring together compelling concepts, innovative products, upcoming talent and key experts in the industry so that you can be inspired by the best of the future.
Date: Thursday, January 21st, 2021 - Sunday, January 24th, 2021
Time: 10:00am-6:00pm
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Blvd, South Building, Toronto
Creative Co-Buying - Artists Talk Housing (with DJ Beat Sampras)
June 12th, 2018Are you an artist looking to purchase a property in the downtown Toronto area? Wondering if there's a way to do it despite skyrocketing housing prices? Think Creatively! Co-buy with friends or other artists.
These questions and more will be answered at our panel discussion and round table with experts in the real estate industry specializing in the legal, financial and agency aspects of co-ownership. This event is also an opportunity to meet other artists and develop your network.
Panel discussants include GoCo's Lesli Gaynor and:
Lesley Tenaglia is an experienced mortgage broker specializing in financing the purchase of property structured as a co-ownership.
Andreas Kalogiannides is an entertainment lawyer specializing in drafting and negotiating contracts for artists.
Ryan Martin is an real estate lawyer with specialized knowledge in residential zoning and purchase and sale agreements.
Date: Tuesday, June 12th, 2018
Time: 6:30-10pm, panel discussion starts at 7.30pm
Location: 389 Young Street, Toronto
Co-ownership Mixer
Feb. 22nd, 2018Some topics we will discuss include:
Financing
Legalities of co-ownership
Risk mitigation
Moving towards and on from co-ownership
Join us for an evening of co-ownership knowledge, mixing, mingling and even speed dating for co-ownership. You will hear from experts who currently support co-ownership as well meet others interested in co-owning.
Date: Thursday, February 22, 2018
Time: Starts at 6:30pm
Location: Duke of York (39 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto)
Connect with real Canadians who are interested in co-ownership
Understand how and why everyday Canadians are entering the world of co-ownership.