EastTO a Fall Reset

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A Fall Reset: Refreshing the mind, body & home

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22 EastTO Magazine A Fall Reset Issue #3 Fall 2021 A publication by The Richards Group 1945 Queen St E Toronto, ON M4L 1H7 416.699.0303

Contents

Editor-In-Chief Selene Richards Advertising selene@therichardsgroup.ca

4 Trust Me, Try This

Chef Cheryl Torrance shares her flavourful fall faves

8 Toasted

Finding your spark after you’ve burned out

11 My Neighbourhood

Matt Foster shares his dream day in the Beaches

12 Special Feature

Properties available in Muskoka

28 EastTO Woodbine Park

A move-in ready reno led to a tremendous result in an unpredictable market

32 Special Feature

Opportunities to invest in Prince Edward County

34 To Market; To Market

36 Special Feature

14 Two for the Money

38 Feed Scarborough

16 The Great Fall Reset

40 Market Review

Bringing your home back to a new sense of normalcy

20 Special Feature

Explore the Kawarthas

22 Entryway to a

Forever Home

A home’s transformation starts at the front door

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Thank you to our contributors Cheryl Torrance Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe Matt Foster Simply Home Downsizing Cover Photo by Jacklyn Barber

The five biggest mistakes sellers make

Diverse opportunities in Northumberland

Your guide to co-investing in real estate

Art direction and design Parcel Design

A non-profit delivers support during the pandemic

A look at Q2 2021 and what’s to come this fall

44 What’s For Sale,

Coming Soon and Sold

Properties to watch

Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract with a brokerage. Not intended to solicit properties currently for sale.

Editor’s Letter

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fter the crazy heat and humidity, fall feels like a welcome friend.

With vaccination rates moving in the right direction, can we hope for a return to a ‘new normal’?

I’ve always felt like September was my ‘new year’. It’s the perfect time to get the house organized for back to school, back to routine, and yes, getting back to healthy eating and trying new recipes.

While I cannot claim to be a minimalist just yet, I love a good purge of items that are no longer being used. It’s an incredible feeling when your ‘house’ is in order, and the positive impact on your mental health is usually underestimated.

I get a sense of levity and calm when I can go about my day with ease and not waste time looking for things, deciding where to put everything, and having a foundation of simplicity in this crazy world. Check out our feature on how to reset your space for fall to see how you can bring that feeling home.

Speaking of mental health, how are y’all doing out there? Whether you had a break at some point over the summer, or not, chances are, you’re still feeling the effects of juggling

the emotional rollercoaster of stress and the uncertainty of the past year and a half and how this fall will play out.

If you’re a woman, studies show that you have taken on the biggest burden of the pandemic.

With everyone depending on us, we tend to default to good old fashioned guilt when we do things to take care of ourselves. But it’s about time we filled the tank again. Check out our feature, “Toasted,” to learn how.

Meanwhile, the real estate market continues to bound along. People are still driven by a need for change more than ever, and we’re no longer satisfied with settling for “good enough.” With everything going on, at least home can become what we need it to be.

We hope you can flow into fall with a greater sense of calm, control and feeling more restored from a truly needed reset.

Enjoy!

Selene Richards

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Well-being

Trust me, Try this Your EastTO Fall To-Do List

By Cheryl Torrance

There’s no better ambassador to East Toronto than Cheryl Torrance (aka Chef).

Whether you know Cheryl from Torq Ride, Food Network’s Wall of Chefs, her many charitable activities, or her Uncle Chuck’s line of BBQ sauces and rubs, you’ll know that Cheryl is an aficionado of many things. But perhaps closest to her heart is Cheryl’s love of cooking — particularly cooking with local produce.

Fall is a great time to reset your culinary repertoire with some new menu ideas.

So with harvest underway, we turned to Chef Cheryl for some fresh ideas to make the most out of the cornucopia of local produce available.

Fall in love with local produce!

Fall time is harvest time! So pack up the fam (or friends) and spend the day shopping at our local farmers’ markets. Pick it, process it and eat it: it’s farm-circle!

Not to mention, it’s an excellent opportunity for the kids to meet the folks who make the food they eat. → Withrow Park Farmers’ Market Withrow Park, 725 Logan Ave. Saturdays until Oct. 16, 9 am to 1 pm → Leslieville Farmers’ Market Greenwood Park, 150 Greenwood Ave. Sundays until Oct. 31, 9 am to 2 pm

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Make it easy with prepared meals Even the most passionate chef doesn’t want to cook every night — I find picking up a prepared meal from one of the many neighbourhood kitchens a great way to try out new flavours.

Everything Eadrey Hemmings offers from her namesake shop, Eadery Foods, is as fabulous as she is. Try the jerk chicken and roti.

Yoona Hong’s The Side Kitchen is a little gem that sells products from female chefs and entrepreneurs, including yours truly!

→ Eadery Foods, 129 Queen St E

→ The Side Kitchen, 1093 Queen St E

Next door to The Side Kitchen, Mercatino E Vini by Ascari Hospitality Group serves up take home meal kits, panini, luxury pantry items and a uniquely curated wine list. (While you’re there grab one of Shannon’s amazing coffees.)

And if you don’t have time to bake, look no further than Spaccio, the hub for Terroni and Sud Forno restaurants.

I’m not a baker, so I love picking up their frozen croissants, which I leave overnight in the oven. In the morning, I throw on a little egg wash and bake at 325 degrees for 25 minutes.

Mwah!

Bring the farm home Did you know that you can have your own farmers’ market brought right to your door? Digital Farm Box companies will pick fresh produce at its peak and deliver it to you the next day. The best part is that sometimes your box is packed with some added mystery, like a veggie you’ve never cooked with before. It’s a great way to try something new and see what you come up with.

You can make it even more fun by splitting boxes with your neighbours and trading recipes. I get my farm box from Sosnicki Organics. → Sosnicki Organics 1164 Thompson Rd E, Waterford, ON

→ Mercatino E Vini, 1091 Queen St E

→ Spaccio, 22 Sackville St

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Host a porch dinner So you’ve got all this great, local Ontario produce — but what do you do with it? Over the pandemic, my wife, Tamar, and I have fallen in love with hosting porch dinners. We grill up our favourite food on the BBQ — or plate up in the kitchen — and eat out on the porch with friends and family.

Our tip is to get your prep work done before anyone shows up, so it’s less time in the kitchen.

Then you’ve got time to set yourself up nicely: your favourite sweatpants (my faves are from Province of Canada), drink, blanket over your legs if it’s chilly. All you need is a pair of Muskoka chairs, and you can pretend that you’re up North! → Province of Canada 1004 Queen St E

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Preserve and conserve

Smart storage

Seasonal foods come in hard and fast. Keeping up with the abundance can be overwhelming.

Preserving and canning are great ways to keep the fall feast going all year round. Just google the fruits or veggies you’ve got on hand, and you’ll find a bunch of recipes that you can make your own.

My favourite things to preserve are pickles from Sosnicki Organics. My not-so-secret ingredient?

Grape leaves stolen from a local alleyway. The tannins in the grape leaf make the pickles snappy.

My preserved pickles are a gift that keeps on giving: I put them on my sandwiches and burgers.

I add them to my potato salad. I put pickle juice into my Ceasar. And that big chunk of garlic at the bottom of the jar? It goes right into my mouth!

To keep the rest of your lovely produce from spoiling ahead of its time, please, please, please get rid of your Tupperware and Ziploc bags and get yourself some glass or stainless steel containers.

Here’s a tip: keep tomatoes out of the fridge.

Instead, store them in a bowl on your counter.

But the important trick is to keep the stem side down. This makes them last longer, just don’t ask me why!

To get the most out of your herbs, wrap them in a paper towel or a little water. If you know they’re not going to make it, put them in a food processor with some garlic, salt and chilli flakes. Press the button and make it happen! This will be a great mix to put on potatoes, steak, chicken, and veggies.

→ Sosnicki Organics 1164 Thompson Rd E Waterford, ON

→ Urban Bulk & Refill 1380 Queen St E

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An easy porch dinner solution?

This crispy duck breast with peaches and hazelnuts over a bed of greens helped Chef Cheryl win Food Network’s Wall of Chefs:

THE CROWD PLEASER 1. Score the fat of the chilled breasts in a diamond shape with a sharp knife — do not pierce the meat.

Preheat oven to 400°.

2. Pat dry the duck breast and season well with kosher salt.

3. In a cold, heavy cast-iron skillet, place the breasts fat side down and turn the heat on to medium-high heat and press the breasts down, so the skin fully makes contact with the pan.

Clean your fridge weekly You read that right, my friends. Clean that fridge weekly! Knowing and using the food you have is the best way to minimize food waste. Emptying your fridge weekly means you’ll always know what’s lurking behind those jars.

There are so many ways to use your leftovers.

You can always make a nice tomato sauce, soup or stew with all the odds and sods and veggies that are about to spoil. Personally, I like making a cheap man’s beef stroganoff, which is ground meat, onions, peas, beef stock, mushrooms, and wine (if you have any of THAT left over). Then serve over noodles or rice.

I’m passionate about not letting good food go to waste, so, shameless plug, check out my instagram @uncle_chucks for easy meal ideas using leftovers.

4. Render the fat for about 5-8 minutes or until the skin is crispy and most of the fat is rendered off.

5. Turn the breasts over to cook the flesh side.

6. Cook on the flesh side for 2-3 minutes.

7. Place in the oven for about 4-6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 120-125° for rare.

8. Remove from the skillet and rest skin side up uncovered for 10 minutes before slicing.

9. Arugula with sliced peaches and roasted hazelnuts.

10. Slice duck thin and lay it on top of salad (use a simple oil and vinegar dressing). Salt and pepper to taste.

→ Uncle Chuck’s available at Side Kitchen 1093 Queen St E

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Toasted Burnout among women is the silent epidemic arriving in the wake of Covid-19. We talked to a doctor about how to re-prioritize your health and wellness.

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After a year and a half in Uber Eats-fueled survival mode, getting back on track with healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. If you have specific questions about food, you can speak with a dietitian for free by calling Telehealth Ontario at 1.866.797.0000. For an immediate energy boost, Dr. Mary Choi, a naturopath in the Beaches, says prioritizing these three things will get you on the path to feeling like yourself again.

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ou’re fully vaccinated, preparing to send the kids back to school, and hoping to get your career back on track — you might even have enjoyed some much-needed downtime this summer. But as we slowly transition into a post-pandemic world, why is it that so many of us feel so exhausted? “‘Depleted’ is a word that comes up a lot when patients talk about how they’re feeling,” says Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe, a family doctor at St. Michael’s Hospital. For women especially, the increased mental and emotional load of the past 18 months has had far-reaching health consequences.

“As women, we fall into a natural caregiving role, and in a crisis we become the last priority,” says Dr. Wijayasinghe.

“But you can’t care for others in an effective way if you’re not well yourself.”

Sleep hygiene, healthy eating and regular exercise may have gone out the window, while increased domestic chores, managing children home from school or daycare, and worrying about elderly family members — on top of their own job responsibilities — have left many women overworked and overwhelmed. A global study by Oxfam found that half of women surveyed said they felt more anxious, depressed, and physically ill as a result of the pandemicinduced increase in unpaid labour.

The effect is even more pronounced among frontline health care workers, single parents, racialized minorities and women living in poverty, says Dr. Wijayasinghe, who is also Medical Director of Outreach at Women’s College Hospital. “We’re also experiencing a shadow pandemic of domestic violence,” she says. “Shelters are at capacity right now. We were all told to stay home, but home isn’t always a safe place.”

To raise funds for Red Door Family Shelter, Wijayasinghe wrote a children’s book, Once Upon a Pandemic, to tell the story of what it was like to be pregnant under lockdown restrictions, when access to normal prenatal care was reduced. She also co-founded an Instagram account, @pandemicpregnancyguide, which now has over 35,000 followers “Especially for first-time parents, a lot of people’s questions were going unanswered,” she says.

Hydration At Dr. Choi’s weight loss clinic, it’s usually recommended to multiply your weight in kilograms by 35 to get the number of mL of water you need to drink daily. But it’s mainly a matter of consciously prioritizing water over other drinks. “The first thing you should reach for when you get up in the morning is a glass of water,” she says.

“Limit coffee to one or two cups a day.”

Breakfast “Nourishing yourself in the morning helps give you the energy to get through the day,” says Dr. Choi. Now’s not the time to try intermittent fasting, keto, or any other popular restrictive diets, says Dr. Choi.

“Underfueling and overfueling are both stressors on the body,” she says. “Women need some carbs in their diet to ensure healthy hormone function.” She recommends eating three solid meals a day of whole foods — including plenty of fresh fruit or vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.

Sleep Not only is sleep deprivation linked to obesity, it reinforces the bad-habit loop keeps you running on empty. “My patients tell me they need time for themselves in the evenings, but that often means hours of drinking wine and scrolling through Tik Tok,” Dr. Choi says. “That means you’re always pulling from a hungover, overcaffeinated, sleep deprived state.” Treat yourself like you would a small child, she says — set yourself a bedtime routine that includes a bath, a book and an early lights-out. “If you prioritize getting eight to nine hours of uninterrupted sleep Monday to Thursday, then on Friday through Sunday you’ll have the energy to do things like pre-plan meals for the week.”

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“ ‘No’ is a complete sentence,” Dr.Wijayasinghe says.

“We feel guilty for saying it, but you can’t properly support family and friends without supporting yourself.”

When the vast majority of healthcare resources were directed toward fighting Covid-19, many non-emergency surgeries, routine scans and consultations had to be deferred. Getting back on track can involve a bit of catch-up, which is why it’s important to speak with your family doctor to see which preventative care appointments you may need to schedule, depending on your age (see sidebar for more information).

“The first step would be to make that call to your GP and schedule an initial virtual check-in, just to get caught up,” says Dr. Wijayasinghe. “You might have a long list of things you want to address, and we can’t do them all in one appointment, but maybe we can deal with two or three.”

But even before that, taking small steps can help you get moving in the right direction. “Ideally, we should all be getting 30 minutes of exercise a day, but whatever you’re able to do, you’ve done it.”

If you’d prefer a quiet hour to yourself on your yoga mat, east-end yoga studio Afterglow is offering a free audioguided flow if you sign up on their website (AfterglowStudio. ca). Avid hikers in search of novelty can check out the Meadoway project (TheMeadoway.ca), a new 16-km walking and cycling trail through the Scarborough hydro corridor that will connect Rouge National Urban Park to downtown.

Over the next few years, it will become a haven for birds, butterflies and wildflowers.

At the same time, take a look at your schedule and find out what you can say no to or offload to someone else. “‘No’ is a complete sentence,” Dr. Wijayasinghe says.

“We feel guilty for saying it, but you can’t properly support family and friends without supporting yourself.”

Finally, if therapy isn’t within your budget, tap in to the free, confidential resources offered by the provincial and federal governments to help cope with the pandemic’s mental health ripple effect. Wellness Together Canada (WellnessTogether.ca) and Bounce Back Ontario (BounceBackOntario.ca) offer guided self-help programs, telephone counselling, and peer support.

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Dr. Wijayasinghe recommends three routine cancer screening tests for women of average risk — meaning without symptoms.

“If you have any blood in your stool or changes in your breasts, see your doctor right away,” she says.

Colorectal If you’re over 50, you can complete an at-home test. Your doctor can mail you a kit with instructions to collect a stool sample that you’ll send to a lab to be tested for microscopic amounts of blood.

Depending on the results, or if you have a family history of colorectal cancer, you may need a colonoscopy.

Cervical Cervical cancer screenings start at age 25 and require an in-person visit for a Pap test, usually once every three years.

You’ll automatically receive a letter from Cancer Care Ontario reminding you when you’re due.

Breast Ontario recommends a mammogram every two years if you’re 50 or over, though you may need to start younger if you have a family history of breast cancer or other risk factors. You can arrange it via a virtual consultation with your family doctor, or book directly with a free-standing breast screening clinic.

Neighbourhood Stories

My Neighbourhood:

The Beaches Matt Foster and his young family have called the Beaches home for ten years. With weekends often revolving around his two daughters, Noa and Grace, here’s how Matt would spend his dream day in the Beaches.

10:00am:

8:00am:

12:00pm:

My daughters are 5 and 7, which means our dream day starts at one of the many parks close to our home. When the weather's nice, my wife, Becky, and I will often grab a half-dozen fresh bagels and cream cheese from Bagels on Fire and two large coffees from Remarkable Bean and have a picnic at Purple Park while the kids play. Because there’s a leashfree area nearby, we'll bring our dog, Maggie, so that she can play with the other dogs in the water.

After breakfast, we’ll often do a few errands since we’re out. That’s a great thing about the Beaches — everything is so convenient and accessible. We’ll usually grab our fruits and veggies from Carload since they’re well priced, and their stuff is always the freshest. We’ll also join the line at Cobs and get some bread. My kids love the scones, especially berry and white chocolate.

For lunch, we love to stop at Delina — their food is so good!

It's Mediterranean, so its different proteins and salads are great when you’re keeping it healthy. I love the tabbouleh, and the garlic sauce is downright addictive. They just opened a second location on Kingston Road, which is conveniently close to our house. If we’re craving something more carby, we’ll go to Soman Superstar, which in my opinion, makes the best sandwiches in the city. They make their own Soman — a Bosnian flatbread — and it is incredible. Try the Loaded Sandwich with hot peppers and pickles. It’s my favourite.

1:30pm:

I love trying different craft beers. So if we're seeing friends, I’ll swing by one of the fantastic microbreweries in the area to grab some to share.

In particular, I’m loving Beaches Brewing Co. on Queen Street.

4:00pm:

My wife and I haven't had the opportunity to go on many dates during the pandemic. But now that places are opening up, we're trying to take advantage. But first, we always grab dinner for the kids at Tony and Claudia’s on Fallingbrook.

It's a real treat for them. My daughter Grace says they have the best meatballs. (I’ve tried them, and I have to agree with her!).

7:00pm:

Once the kids are settled, and our nanny has arrived to babysit, we’ll sneak out for dinner. We always like to try something new, and there are so many great options in the area.

We’ve recently enjoyed going to The Beech Tree on Kingston Road.

That’s what makes living in East Toronto so wonderful — there’s so much to do right outside your door, and the rest of the city is easily accessible.

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Muskoka Bound BEN AND DAN IMRIE were born and raised in Toronto, in the Yonge and Eglington area. They grew up cottaging on Acton Island (circa 1954), Lake Muskoka their entire lives until the family cottage was sold in 2006. They have spent every summer since, living on the Muskoka Lakes.

Now each brother is raising a family of their own and enjoying the same values they grew up with while cottaging in Muskoka.

BRUCE LAKE — TOTAL PRIVACY $3,575,000 Custom built year round cottage set on the sandy shores of friendly Bruce Lake, with 468 feet of sunny southern warming exposure, breathtaking views and perfect privacy. Truly a natural oasis of 7.49 Acres with walking trails on the property, a rock bluff, lush natural plantings and gardens, and a babbling brook to fill every sense with fresh tranquility. The property is located in the heart of Muskoka and only minutes to world class golf and dining, a lake perfect for waterskiing and fishing, paddling and swimming, yet still retains peace and tranquility.

Year round activities and beauty are available to you today at this special offering.

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UPPER LAKE MUSKOKA — SOLD $3,895,000

LOWER JOE CLASSIC CHIC — SOLD $10,995,000

Perfection on Upper Lake Muskoka with this 5 Bedroom Post & Beam cottage.

Breathtaking island-dotted sunset views over looking south lake Joseph, lies this Muskoka Classic landmark known as ‘Winsome’, situated on a 477’ private point.

LAKE MUSKOKA — TURN KEY $1,750,000 Come enjoy the rest of the summer in this completely turn key renovated cottage on Lake Muskoka! The cottage, with its grandfathered setback and oversized new windows gives the feeling of being at the water’s edge. Completely winterized with fully foamed insulation, brand new custom kitchen, European White Oak floors & ceilings throughout, bead board walls and all the high end finishes you’d expect in a Muskoka Cottage.

Designed to utilize and maximize every square foot allowing you, your family & friends to enjoy this property that will sleep 10+ people. To complete this package is a Sleeping Bunkie, Sauna and Boathouse. The waterfront consists of hard packed sand entry which falls off to deep water at the end of the dock.

The location, being 10 minutes from both Gravenhurst and Bala makes this the ideal location. The high speed internet allows for your home office to be relocated to the lake. Bring your family, friends and enjoy this fully furnished cottage!

View more more listings at imuskoka.com and get in touch today!

BEN IMRIE

DAN IMRIE

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

705-706-2099 ben@imuskoka.com

705-644-2475 dan@imuskoka.com

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Insider Advice

Two for the money Co-investing in real estate with family or friends can be a win-win proposition in today’s market.

Our experts sound off on what you need to know.

The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board predicts that by year end, the average price of a home in Toronto will hit $1.025 million — almost $100,000 up from the average in 2020. For first-time buyers, this can make getting into the game trickier — Canadian law requires a minimum down payment of 20 percent to buy a home over $1 million.

Enter the co-investor. For those fortunate enough to have the financial means, helping an adult child, a sibling or a close friend with a down payment can pay dividends down the road — not only from the satisfaction of helping a loved one buy their first home, but as an investment that you can recoup at a significant return when it comes time to sell.

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“Co-investing can be very advantageous for both parties, and young buyers can get into markets and neighbourhoods that they never would have dreamed of,” says real estate agent Mark Richards, founder of The Richards Group.

For example, if parents contribute half the 20 percent down payment, or 10 percent of the home’s purchase price, then as co-investors they own 10 percent of the equity.

“When the property is sold, they get that initial investment back plus the raise in the value of the property,” Richards says. With Toronto prices climbing 15 percent year-over-year, that could work out well for everyone involved.

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Contact Jenny Simon to explore your co-investing opportunities: C 416.728.2495 E jenny@therichardsgroup.ca

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Make it legal The key to making it all work is an airtight co-investors’ agreement, ideally drawn up by a real estate lawyer. This should nail down who is responsible for issues like major repairs, or what happens if the principal owner dies or is unable to make mortgage payments.

“It’s essential to talk with a lawyer and plan out the worst-case scenario,” says Richards Group agent Jenny Simon. “Drawing the lines very clearly at the beginning is the best way to avoid stress.”

Open conversations about death, divorce, and defaulting on mortgages — all awkward topics to bring up at Thanksgiving dinner — are necessary for the arrangement to succeed.

“Take a close look at the relationship and ask yourself whether it can withstand the stresses of loaning large sums of money,” says Simon.

Typically with family co-investments, says Simon, one individual (or couple) is listed on the property title, while the other party holds a promissory note — a legally binding agreement between the parties containing a written promise to repay a definite sum of money. Should things

turn sour — either by death, foreclosure, or the rupture of the relationship — the co-investor has the ability to register against title, ensuring they are paid back before any third parties (after the bank, of course) when the property sells.

In other scenarios — siblings or friends sharing a principal residence, for example — co-investing in real estate also requires you to update your will. If multiple parties co-own a property — meaning everyone’s name is on the title — they can either be joint tenants or tenants-in-common.

If one of the joint tenants dies, the property automatically passes to the other(s), as it does with married couples. Tenants-in-common each have a percentage interest in the property, and if one dies, their share does not necessarily pass to the other owners. It’s worth consulting an estate lawyer if you think conflicts might come up with any of these situations.

It’s also important to envision how the coinvestment relationship will eventually end.

Will it be short-term or long-term? Will the principal owner have the option of buying out the investor’s share at a later date? “It’s important to talk things through and come up with a solid exit strategy,” Simon says.

Winning streak As with any investment, there is risk involved — home prices may sink, the developer on a pre-construction condo may go belly up, someone may lose their job. “Everything has the option to go positive or negative,” says Richards. “If the market does shift, at least you can say that you invested in your sister, your best friend, or your child.”

In the end, with the right partnership and team of professionals on your side, co-investing can be a winning strategy in a real estate market where thinking outside the box can reap big rewards.

“The value proposition for both sides of the co-investment is key,” says Richards. “You’re creating an excellent investment for yourselves, not just giving money to a loved one. And the value of your investment is something they’ll appreciate for a very long time.”

Contact Angie Alvarez to learn where you stand with your mortgage: C 416.315.6261 E angie@capitalhomelending.ca W mortgageweb.ca/angiealvarez

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Insider Advice

The great fall reset Over the past year, our homes have become much more than just living spaces. They’ve served as our workspaces, online schools, and entertainment centres. So as the world continues to open up, this fall presents an excellent opportunity to create a more organized home.

We asked Pauline Duhart and Rosalind Tantalo, founders of Simply Home Downsizing, to share their tips for bringing your home back to a new sense of normalcy.

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WIN Win a full day of home organizing with Simply Home Downsizing on our Instagram!

Follow us @richardsgroupremax to learn more.

Insider Advice

Make the most of the space you have with these sneaky storage solutions.

Declutter your clothes closet

Get your front closet and garage winter-ready

Have you been wondering if you’ll ever wear anything other than yoga pants and comfy clothes again?

The big question may be, “Are jeans considered dress-up”?

Think about what you really want, and will, wear. Why clutter your closet with items that don’t fit or feel good?

Decluttering your closet properly means taking out all your clothing and accessories, trying them all on (unless you just know they need to go!), and then asking yourself if you feel good in them at this point in time. Picture yourself wearing the clothing in this moment — not in the past or future.

If the answer is no, consider donating them. If it’s a maybe, put it aside in a box and plan to decide on a certain date. Do not put the “unsure” items back in your closet — make your decision first! For the keepers, fold and organize the items you want to keep by activity, style or colour. Box away seasonal items like coats and scarves to give your current clothes more room in your closet.

When you have a closet full of items that make you feel good, your way in the world shifts, your confidence goes up, and your stress level goes down — a combination worth striving for.

Your entryway closet is the busiest place in the house at the best of times — and you’ll want to make sure it’s clear for all the bulky winter coats, boots and gear. Remove everything from your closet, create piles of what to keep, let go of, and donate. Any items you’re keeping that won’t serve you in the winter should be stored and labelled in clear plastic bins or placed at the far end of the closet.

The same rules apply to your garage.

Start to think about putting away the summer sports equipment, camping gear, gardening & lawn care supplies and outdoor furniture to make room for the winter shovels, de-icers, winter mats, skis, toboggans, etc. Use hooks and pegboards on the wall to keep items within easy reach.

Most importantly, let go of anything that’s broken or no longer useful.

There are several ways to donate used items, but one of the most fun is the Buy Nothing Project. This hyper-local, free forum will let you post items in their Facebook group and people pick them up. It’s a fabulous way to meet your neighbours and make community ties.

Maximize the hidden spaces where no one looks — like under your bed!

The Whitmor Spacemaker system comes with a vacuum seal bag and a lightweight mesh storage unit.

Whitmor Spacemaker Vacuum Storage Bag → iQliving, 542 Danforth Ave.

Decorative baskets give you a place to store blankets and magazines. These banded baskets come with hand-dyed colours or neutral bands and can easily live underneath a side table or on top of a desk.

Prairie Knot Co. baskets → The Curated Market Co., 2116-A Queen St E

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Where to donate As the old saying goes, one person’s junk is another person’s treasure.

There are many organizations throughout East TO that will happily make use of your used items: Habitat Restore You can drop off at Restore locations or book a pick-up if you have enough stuff.

Great for donating: appliances, furniture, renovation materials, home decor items, books Diabetes Canada Diabetes Canada has drop-off bins located across the city.

Improve your kitchen flow The pandemic has disrupted how most of our kitchens function in a significant way. Whether it was baking sourdough bread, experimenting with new cuisine, or making fancy lunches for your Zoom calls.

It’s good to ask what worked well and not so well. To start, ask yourself if there are any items (food, small appliance, dishes, supplies) that you no longer need?

Is your kitchen set up to meet your goals? Whether your goal is having easier access to items, preparing healthier meals, shortening preparation times, or creating more culinary masterpieces, your kitchen should be set up to support that.

This transition is a great time to tackle the pantry and decide what kinds of foods you want to keep and enjoy and which ones are undesirable, expired, or unhealthy. Dig into the very back of your cupboards, shelves, drawers and pantry, and pull it all out, as you may have stocked up more than usual during this time.

Once you know what you want to keep, sort it into like categories — all spices together, canned goods, oils and vinegar, baking supplies, cereals and so forth. Use baskets, jars, bins, crates, and containers to optimize the space.

And when you need a break from kitchen organizing, reward yourself with dinner out!

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Great for donating: accessories and bags, clothing (all types), curtains, general household textiles (towels, blankets, sheets), shoes and boots, sleeping bags, etc. (Basically, any soft items that fit in the bins.)

Oasis Clothing Bank Oasis Clothing Bank also has many drop-off bins around the east-end.

Great for donating: Any good condition non-fragile items that can fit into the drop-off bins. (No big items like furniture or TVs.) Value Village There are two drop-off locations in the east end, including one on Queen Street East in Leslieville as well as Danforth and Woodbine.

Great for donating: Pretty much anything.

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THE KAWARTHAS We all know The Kawarthas is an amazing place to visit, cottage and live. However, many folks don’t know the areas that The Kawartha's actually refers to! When people speak of The ‘Kawarthas’, they are generally referring to 3 specific regions: The City of Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough County & North Kawartha. These 3 areas are what we like to call The Kawartha Cottage Country Region, a vast area of intertwining lakes, islands & rivers, many connected via the Trent Severn Waterway, and many others being landlocked lakes.

The Core Hubs include: Lakefield

Bobcaygeon

Connecting at Katchawanooka Lake (which leads into Clear and Stoney Lakes) and The Otonabee River (taking you into Peterborough and through the world's highest hydraulic lift lock). The village of Lakefield boasts a great selection of independent, locally owned shops, salons, restaurants and cafes.

Our favourite, The Canoe & Paddle, is located right next to the river. Enjoy delicious food, a great selection of craft beer and awesome local music on the weekends. Don’t forget to satisfy your sweet ooth with the neighbouring Stuff’d Ice Cream Shop & Bakery, grab a bench by the river and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Home to the ever so famous Bigley’s — offering the best shopping in cottage country. Buying shoes here is a must! But be sure to also check out their Beach House, Cottage Kitchen, and Sweet Treats shops! A bustling lockside town in the summertime, where Pigeon Lake and Sturgeon Lake meet.

Watch the beautiful boats (and many houseboats) moving through the locks & enjoy waterfront dining.

The perfect boating destination for a day trip from Stoney or Balsam Lake.

Buckhorn A small hub connecting Lower and Upper Buckhorn Lakes, and home to our favourite, the Annual Buckhorn Harvest Craft Show which happens every Thanksgiving weekend… a great place to get an early start on your locally crafted Christmas gifts!

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Fenelon Falls A scenic village in the heart of cottage country, connecting Balsam and Cameron Lakes via the Fenelon River to the northern tip of Sturgeon Lake.

Here we love the picturesque Fenelon Falls Brewing Co., and Scoops Ice Cream on a hot summer’s day.

And if you’ve got time on your side and are looking to entertain the kids, they will love the Children’s Historical Museum and the Fenelon Falls Beach!

123 Crescent Street, Peterborogh Just Listed

88 Talbot Road, Coboconk Sold in 6 Days

906 Birchview Road, Lakefield Sold in 30 Days

Buying a cottage or waterfront home isn’t just about the home — but more importantly, it’s about the experience you and your family will enjoy.

Sunrise or sunset (maybe both?), calm waters for paddleboarding? Good swimming & watersports or a nature lovers paradise? Can you enjoy stargazing by the bonfire? Beach for the little ones or dock diving? Are there multiple outdoor seating areas

for entertaining and enjoying various views? Easy access or island privacy? These are all questions to ask yourself to make sure you are set up for the best experience possible!

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By focusing attention on the entryway, a Toronto family could turn their newly purchased house into a dream home that will expand along with them.

PHOTOG RAPHY BY JACKLYN BARBER

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The House Like many homebuyers with a young family, Ian Hopkins and Sarah Young. bought their house with visions to grow. The Upper Beaches house at 103 Bowmore was ideal because of its location and the overall structure, but the design needed work. Their agent, Cameron Levitt, introduced them to Shannon of East Design House to uncover a diamond in the rough.

The Dream Shannon recommended that the main floor renovation focus on the kitchen and entryway to better support the needs of a growing family. The entryway featured a long, extremely narrow hallway with a half-wall and no room for storage. The kitchen was awkwardly configured, with a large open space and peninsula. (The best use anyone could guess it served was as a dance floor!)

Because the work involved gutting much of the main floor of the house to studs, Shannon engaged Jonathan Hatch from Hatch Designs to provide architectural support for the project. The team worked collaboratively through four layouts until they landed on a plan that maximized usability and storage while still incorporating room for design features.

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The Entryway Toronto homes are notorious for their awkward entryways — and this one was no exception.

Hatch replaced the front door to create a more contemporary look and filter more light into the entry space.

Once inside, the dividing wall that separated the living room from the entry was removed to provide more room for people to more naturally flow into the home. Custom millwork by Alliance Millwork was installed to maximize space for people entering the house and provide practical storage, like places for backpacks and purses, nooks for keys and mail to avoid creating “drop zones” that get cluttered.

Every family member now has their drawer for seasonal accessories.

The flooring was a major consideration, as it needed to withstand multi-seasonal transitions from snowy boots to muddy shoes. A mid-tone tile floor was installed that would minimize the appearance of sand, salt, and snow.

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The Kitchen

Before Living Room

After Living Room

Dining Room Dining Room

Kitchen

Kitchen

Hatch Designs

When it came to the kitchen redesign, Hatch and East Design House spent considerable time on planning. The big “dance floor” and peninsula were eliminated, and the appliances were relocated to accommodate a pantry with an integrated microwave.

A large island with ample seating is ideal for quick breakfasts and dinners with the kids.

But there’s still room for everyone to eat at the dining room table positioned adjacent to the kitchen.

The West Elm dining suite was the perfect solution for a young family. The chairs at the head table support mom and dad, while the plastic scoop back chairs are ideal for kids.

The long bench gives the family space to grow into this table.

Every inch must be accounted for when the goal is to optimize storage within a tight kitchen design. The East Design House and Hatch teams focused on balancing each element and moving pieces around at micro-levels to ensure everything fit and the kitchen operated optimally.

The final result of this collaborative effort is a mix of utilitarian elements, like an integrated microwave, pantry, island seating, and design elements like the open shelves. A foliage-inspired paper from Finest Wallpaper applied alongside the staircase gives a busy kitchen a tranquil focal point.

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OUR FOCUS IS DESIGN Hatch Designs projects range from small to large, artisanal to ambitious, and from residential to small commercial, including additions, interior alterations, and green building design.

NEW CONSTRUCTION AND ADDITIONS

3D VISUALIZATION AND PRESENTATION

RENOVATIONS AND STRUCTURAL REDESIGN

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With a new home already purchased outside the city, an east-end family was uncertain how to get the best value from their Beach family home.

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Woodbine Park The Space Just steps from both the boardwalk and Woodbine Park, this house is perfectly positioned for accessing outdoor activities. Three large bedrooms spanning the second and third floors, a stand-out deck with new glass railings, and an open concept living room and family room made this house a dreamy family retreat.

More by Design While the home’s structure was in great shape and it was in a highly desirable location, Kimberly Boot, Design & Client Care Manager at The Richards Group, knew that modernizing the space would attract more buyers. Fresh white paint was applied throughout the home, new light fixtures installed, and new carpet was added to the basement as well as the second and third floors.

With many people hesitant to renovate due to COVID-19 restrictions, Boot knew that updating the kitchen would pay off. The kitchen cabinets and island were sprayed white, and the countertops and backsplash were updated.

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“We had bought a house out of the city and were under a lot of pressure to get our home ready to list. Working with a team that understood local buyers and knew how to design a solution that catered to their needs gave us a tremendous turn-out and result — despite an unpredictable market.”

Agent

Sabrina Cameron

Approx value prior to design

$2,450,000

Address

Design Budget

Sale Price

Return

Woodbine Park $2,691,000

$58,000

$183,000

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Before

The Market The Beaches market has stayed strong through the pandemic, with families seeking out more space to balance working from home and home-schooling. The large bedrooms, family room, and finished basement made this home a hot commodity for families looking for space to spread out.

The Return The return of $183,000 earned on the house shows how willing buyers are to pay for move-in-ready homes.

Freshening up the home proved to be more than worth it, with multiple over-asking offers within days and an exceptional sale price.

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October 1–3, 2021

maple leaf forever parK This fun filled, free 3-day event will highlight all Canadian foods, drink, music, and art. Transforming over 60,000 sf, our 40+ vendor festival will host over 10,000 guests in support of Canadian and Indigenous charities.

In support of The Legacy of Hope Foundation

Follow us for event details www.foreverfest.ca foreverfest.ca

Proudly sponsored by The Richards Group

Presented by Reimagineit and Eastside Events with Percy Ellis TheRichardsGroup.ca

PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY Renting a Home on Air Bnb in Prince Edward County AG Real Estate Group - Team Lead Alexandra Grant A short-term rental is deemed to be anything that is rented for a period of 6 months or less. Air Bnb, Bed and Breakfast are all included in this classification.

A recent article by Toronto Life is very misleading about how easy it is to purchase in Prince Edward County, let alone make a profit from a “short term rental”.

There are many stipulations. https://torontolife.com/.../a-toronto-family-bought-a.../ Prince Edward County became the permit process due to the abundance of investors coming from other regions and operating short-term rentals. This put the year-round rental market into a major crisis. Therefore the County had to step in and monitor and place rules on these short-term rentals. Furthermore, the County is one of the few counties that has this permit process for short-term rentals. Just a short distance away from the county in Hastings, Lennox & Addington & Frontenac there is no such permit process.

In the Summer of 2020, the Picton City Council made the decision to place a moratorium on ALL whole-home STA applications/licenses, which began to take place as of September 1st, 2020. This meaning Owners could apply, but they would not be reviewed or approved.

Whole-home rentals mean you are renting out the whole house and not just a portion of it.

Fast forward to July 2021, the Picton City Council decided to continue the moratorium but indefinitely. This means you can apply for an owner-occupied STA, or for a grandfathered property only. An owner-occupied STA means that the owner lives in one section of the home FULLTIME, while they rent out the other section to guests. When a new buyer purchases a home with an existing STA they are responsible to resubmit the same application paperwork, however, it will be fast-tracked because it becomes “grandfathered” because there was already an approval in place.

It’s important to note that if a homeowner is found operating an STA without a license they are permanently banned from owning or operating an STA and there are also very large fines.

Welcome to the Waupoos region of Prince Edward County. Waupoos “whose name is derived from the Ojibwe Waabooz, “Rabbit” is situated on Smith Bay on Lake Ontario, Waupoos is in the centre of the county’s cider and wine industry. Located about 13 km from Picton, it is set among apple orchards, wineries, local farms, cheese factories, and forested hills. Further enjoy fine local fine dining, recreational centre with tennis courts & a marina only a short distance away.

The home was constructed with an abundance of highgrade quality materials and there was much & unique thought put into the design & layout. You will enjoy southern views of Smith’s Bay and Waupoos island. The upstairs features a main living quarter with 3 bedrooms, a grand master suite, 3 season sun porch and open concept living, dining and kitchen.

The 5.9 acres has an organic farm designation and has been operating as the “Waupoos Acres Farm” for many years and features a greenhouse.

Run your own Air BnB business with the 4 guest suites in the lower level of the home. All have full bathroom and separate entrance.

Income Properties: 22 Pitt Street, Unit 20, Picton $249,900

CONDOMINIUM

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Townhouse Located Close to Downtown Picton.

Typically one of these units would rent for $1600-$1800+ a month

49/51 Bridge St. West, Napanee $899,900

75 Stella Cres. Trenton $1,150,000

INVESTMENT

6 PLEX

Located close to CFB Trenton. Fully Rented.

7 PLEX 7 Plex. 2 Buildings Joined but on separate deeds. Fully rented. Cap Rate is 5%.

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Insider Advice

To market, to market In a red-hot market, it can be easy to overlook some things before you list your house. Shane Little, agent with The Richards Group, shares the five biggest mistakes sellers can make.

1. RENOVATING BEFORE DELIBERATING

Planning a whole-house revamp to supersize your home’s value? Consult a local real estate agent before you spend a dime. “We know what renos will get you the most bang for your buck, and which ones won’t,” says Little. “Renovations almost always take longer than you think, and could delay getting your home to market.”

Smaller fixes like new door hardware, updated lighting and a fresh coat of paint can get you major returns for relatively low cost. In a hot market, even if your house needs major repairs — like a new roof — you don’t necessarily have to take it on if you’re upfront about the issue with the buyer, and provide them with a few quotes from tradespeople. “Buyers often don’t know how much repairs cost, and they can overestimate,” says Little.

2. NOT BEING AT THE GATE WHEN THE STARTING GUN FIRES

If you do decide to go ahead and make changes to your property, make sure they’re 80 to 90 percent complete before you start hunting for your next home. “In a market with low inventory, it can take 3 months or longer to find your perfect house, and you may feel like you’ll have plenty of time to prep your home once you figure out your purchase,” says Little. “Until your dream home wants a 60 day closing and you have to get your home on the market ASAP.” Your home doesn’t need to be photo-ready, but just be prepared to move quickly once you sign that purchase agreement. If you’ve engaged with us as your agent early in the process, we would have already done a top to bottom assessment and will have managed all the work so you don’t have to. “The actual staging is the last piece of the puzzle,” says Little. “Once you’re ready, it can take as little as 48 hours.”

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3. MICROMANAGING THE STAGING PROCESS

Once your agent’s staging and property stylists are working their magic in your home, keep in mind that you’ve hired them to create a look that is both on-trend and sparks an emotional connection with prospective buyers — not to cater to your tastes. “It’s important to shift your thinking,” says Little. “To you, your home is where you’ve made memories and it’s difficult to be objective. When you sell, you’re turning it into a showroom for the next buyer to imagine as their new home. Everything we are doing is to boost your home’s value.”

4. HIRING AN AGENT WITHOUT LOCAL CONNECTIONS

5. PRICING IN THE MIDDLE

Agents generally recommend two options when setting your home’s sale price: the first, pricing at market value, and looking for the right one or two potential buyers. The second is setting a price well below market value to spark multiple offers, and setting a bidding date where buyers duke it out for a home that can sell for as much as $500,000 over asking.

“The worst mistake a seller can make is called pricing in the middle, where they set a bidding date but don’t price low enough to entice a lot of showings,” Little says. “The price you’ve set isn’t one you’d accept, because it’s below market value, but it’s not attractive enough for the offer activity we need to get top dollar.”

When many houses change hands without ever making it onto MLS, you’ll want a real estate agent who knows everything about your area and is invested in more than just a one-off deal, says Little. “An agent who lives and breathes your specific neighbourhood will have access to information about which comparable homes sold off-market,” he says. “This will give you an advantage with your pricing strategy and put you ahead of the game.”

Local markets also have their own seasonal idiosyncrasies, and within the larger spring and fall markets, there are micro-markets that change week to week. If you work with an agency that handles the most property sales in that area, you can be sure they’re in the know and have the best access to off-market properties. “The East Toronto market is a living, breathing thing,” says Little. “If you don’t have someone with their finger on the pulse, you can miss out on opportunities.”

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by Jacqueline Pennington

Discover

THE DIVERSITY OF NORTHUMBERLAND Northumberland County is located just east of Toronto and is a beautifully diverse area. Located on the shores of both Lake Ontario and Rice Lake, we have an abundance of waterfront houses and cottages to call home.

Within the heart of the county lies the rolling hills Northumberland is famous for. From quaint cottages, vast country estates, to prospering farms and farmland. If owning acreage is your dream, we have just what you’re looking for.

5225 Traill Road in Gores Landing is a fantastic example of the types of panoramic views Northumberland is noted for. Overlooking picturesque Rice Lake this sprawling 17-acre property features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, an in-ground saltwater pool, and an abundance of windows optimizing the views from every vantage point.

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Within the city centres, there is an ideal blend of historic and modern homes. From centuryold Historic gems that have been tastefully modernized to retain all the character of yesteryears. To newly constructed homes and communities offering low maintenance with modern amenities.

In the heart of Colborne is a historic masterpiece that feels as if it has been plucked from a fairy-tale. 51 Percy St is the quintessential red brick Victorian farmhouse.

One of the major upsides to this home is the ability to enjoy all the perks of a historical home without any of the limitations of historic designation.

If you are looking for something closer to the city but with as much character we have the perfect home for you.

544 Highway 35 in Pontypool is an incredible example of modern craftsmanship. This one-of-a-kind Discovery Dream Hilltop Home is situated on an expansive 18-acre property. The log and timber frame home blends seamlessly into its breathtaking surrounds of mature trees and tranquil county views. Located within ten minutes of the 407 this home is ideal for those looking for an easy commute.

Combine the amazing features and diversity in Northumberland County with a welcoming community atmosphere and you have the ultimate place to call home.

For more information on the benefits and differences of each community visit JacquelinePennington.com to discover why life’s better in Northumberland.

JacquelinePennington.com CALL TODAY 905.375.0062

*Based on the number of transactions for Northumberland County TRREB 2020-2021.

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What started as a holiday charity handing out holiday hampers quickly pivoted during the pandemic to start delivering groceries to thousands of families dependent on shut-down food banks.

Today, Feed Scarborough operates its mobile healthy meal program three days a week, plus has added four food banks and a free grocery store for families in need.

We spoke with Matt Olinski, Feed Scarborough volunteer and agent at The Richards Group, about how promoting choice feeds dignity among families living in poverty.

What brought you to Feed Scarborough?

It was very fulfilling to help out in my own community and support an organization that thinks beyond a traditional food bank. The bulk of what we distribute is fresh vegetables, fruit, and dairy products — because with the cost of groceries rising so much, putting fresh, high-quality food on the table is beyond the reality for many.

Feed Scarborough also recently launched a free community grocery store where guests can shop for items that account for their cultural tastes, allergies, and likes and dislikes.

What have you learned through volunteering for Feed Scarborough?

It’s surprising to see how much need there is out there, but it’s also good to see how much the community gives back.

I didn’t realize how huge the network of people offering help actually is. From businesses to individuals, there’s a lot of time and effort that goes into supporting each other. It’s great to live in a community where people are willing to work together to support their neighbours.

What would you tell someone looking for volunteer opportunities in their community?

It can be as simple as a Google search.

It’s not difficult to find if you want to help, and you don’t have to look far from home. Local food banks are a great place to start.

I get as much out of volunteering as whoever I’m volunteering for. You meet so many wonderful people and receive so much gratitude for lending a hand. I have to say I get a lot of fulfillment from that.

Find out more:

scarboroughfoodsecurityinitiative.com @feedscarborough on Instagram

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Market Trends

Market Review The Fall real estate market has been a hot topic, with some speculating that we’re in store for a dramatic decline in sales since the market’s pandemic peak. There was a natural slow-down after soaring sales in March, but experts urge buyers and sellers not to underestimate the market. TREB analysts have revised forecasts for 2021 to account for an even more robust year of sales than originally anticipated.

A persistent lack of supply (especially among high-end properties) paired with low borrowing costs are expected to support a strong demand throughout the Fall. With many Canadians returning to city living as pandemic restrictions lift, competition between buyers will remain strong. As borders open up and international buyers enter the country, demand is expected to intensify.

Check out the market stats to see what prices are doing in your neighbourhood!

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Market Trends

Market analysis by neighbourhood The Beaches

Birchcliffe/Cliffside

Average Price

$1,634,446

Average Price

$1,237,305

Median Price

$1,550,000

Median Price

$1,053,000

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Average days on market

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Average days on market

Beach Hill

Leslieville Average Price

$1,146,256

Average Price

$1,243,125

Median Price

$1,110,000

Median Price

$1,260,000

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Average days on market

6

Average days on market

Greenwood-Coxwell

Upper Beaches Average Price

$1,190,248

Average Price

$1,223,218

Median Price

$1,180,000

Median Price

$1,251,000

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Average days on market

7

Average days on market

Corktown Distillery

Riverdale/Riverside Average Price

$1,803,266

Average Price

$872,571

Median Price

$1,701,000

Median Price

$773,250

6

Average days on market

15

Average days on market

Danforth Average Price

$1,457,768

Median Price

$1,350,000

Average days on market

7

*Based on the TREB Q2 2021 report. Includes all property types.

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Market Trends

The Richards Group Effect Even in a hot market, The Richards Group earns 13% more for your home in half the time compared to the average TREB agent.

Given that the average price of a home in Toronto’s east end is $1,219,385, choosing The Richards Group could mean an additional $158,520* or more for your home. *Based on TREB 2020 stats E01/E02 combined

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The team that makes it all happen When you work with The Richards Group, you’re backed by an integrated team of realtors, market analysts, design managers, and project planners.

Jenny Simon

Sabrina Cameron

Matt Olinski

Cera Dann

Cameron Levitt

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Bram Goldman

Shane Little

Matt Foster

Lisa Clarke

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Broker

Samantha Davies

Kalima Tarin

Bianca Zorzi

Julia Costa

Leyli Goodale

Client Care and Design Manager

Client Care and Design Manager

Staging and Styling Manager

Client Care Assistant

Client Care Assistant

Client Care and Design

Management and Marketing

Mark Richards

Selene Richards

Arthur Kershaw

Zoe Cook

Founder and Team Leader

Business Development and Marketing

Broker of Record

Administrator

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What’s For Sale, Coming Soon and Sold To see all the latest listings, visit TheRichardsGroup.ca and follow us on Instagram @RichardsGroupRemax!

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FOR SALE

28 Nursewood Rd

28Nursewood.com

Lisa Clarke

C 416.526.9772

$2,150,000

Broker

lisa@therichardsgroup.ca

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FOR SALE

261 Kingswood Rd

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FOR SALE

261Kingswood.com

Shane Little

C 416.471.9824

Listed Exclusively

Sales Representative

shane@therichardsgroup.ca

FOR SALE

835 Kingston Rd

835Kingston.com

Matt Foster

C 416.720.0024

$899,000

Sales Representative

mattfoster@therichardsgroup.ca

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FOR SALE

77 Charles St 601

00 48

COMING FOR SALESOON

77Charles601.com

Arthur Kershaw

C 416.317.0569

$2,629,000

Broker of Record

arthur@therichardsgroup.ca

COMING SOON

39Wroxeter.com

Jenny Simon

474Rhodes.com

Jenny Simon

C 416.728.2495

Sales Representative

C 416.728.2495

Sales Representative

85NorthernDancer.ca

Sabrina Cameron

87ScarboroBeach.com

Jenny Simon

C 416.879.3116

Sales Representative

C 416.728.2495

Sales Representative

50Kingston.com

Cera Dann

78Kingston.com

Shane Little

C 416.569.2372

Sales Representative

C 416.471.9824

Sales Representative

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4Hartford.ca

Cera Dann

61Elmer.com

Bram Goldman

C 416.569.2372

Sales Representative

C 416.688.2468

Sales Representative

136Kenilworth.com

Matt Olinski

102Trinnell.com

Sabrina Cameron

C 416.937.6293

Sales Representative

C 416.879.3116

Sales Representative

349Woodbine.com

Sabrina Cameron

35Ormskirk403.com

Matt Olinski

C 416.879.3116

Sales Representative

C 416.937.6293

Sales Representative

COMING SOON

COMING SOON

48MunroPark.com

Mark Richards

1331Queen313.com

Jenny Simon

C 416.728.2499

Sales Representative

C 416.728.2495

Sales Representative

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SOLD

10Beech.com

42Long.com

52 SOLD

$4,279,000

$2,979,000

Mark Richards

C 416.728.2499

Sales Representative

mark@therichardsgroup.ca

Mark Richards

C 416.728.2499

Sales Representative

mark@therichardsgroup.ca

SOLD

21GlenManor.com

58Fallingbrook.com

$1,999,000

$3,179,000

See more listings at TheRichardsGroup.ca and

Matt Olsinski

C 416.937.6293

Sales Representative

matt@therichardsgroup.ca

Cera Dann

C 416.569.2372

Sales Representative

cera@therichardsgroup.ca

@richardsgroupremax

SOLD

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26Lawlor.ca

68Millbrook.com

54 SOLD

$949,000

Sabrina Cameron

C 416.879.3116

28% over asking

Sales Representative

sabrina@therichardsgroup.ca

$1,379,000

Bram Goldman

C 416.688.2468

25% over asking

Sales Representative

bram@therichardsgroup.ca

SOLD

10DorothyBullen.com

122 Kenilworth.com

$999,900

Bram Goldman

C 416.688.2468

30% over asking

Sales Representative

bram@therichardsgroup.ca

$1,799,000

Matt Foster

C 416.720.0024

25% over asking

Sales Representative

mattfoster@therichardsgroup.ca

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SOLD

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SOLD

28WalterSt.com

630Kingston310.com

56 SOLD

$999,000

Matt Olsinski

C 416.937.6293

23% over asking

Sales Representative

matt@therichardsgroup.ca

$799,000

Cameron Levitt

C 416.699.9988

17% over asking

Sales Representative

cameron@therichardsgroup.ca

SOLD

164WaverleyRd.com

263Kenilworth.com

$1,390,000

Arthur Kershaw

C 416.317.0569

19% over asking

Broker of Record

arthur@therichardsgroup.ca

$979,000

Sabrina Cameron

C 416.879.3116

30% over asking

Sales Representative sabrina@therichardsgroup.ca

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SOLD

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