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Prime location near schools, shopping centers, parks, and transit routes.

SOLD HARLOWE LOFTS Represented Buyer

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Charming sunfilled family home featuring a fully renovated kitchen, beautiful hardwood floors, and a truly breathtaking backyard. Excellent schools, parks, golf clubs & transit routes.

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THE KINGSWAY

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Updated luxury home in the Kingsway. Heated floors, walk-out to patio, gorgeous chef’s kitchen, and butler’s pantry.

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NUTAN BROWN ENERGY, COMMITMENT, RESULTS.

12 Herman Avenue, Toronto Fully renovated Roncy masterpiece. Ideal for millennials, baby boomers and generation X types. A spectacular renovation turned this solid semi into a gorgeous gem. The exposed brick wall running the entire length is a stunning feature. Lovely and popular street in the Roncy hub. Home boasts high ceilings, high baseboards, decorator finished, custom kitchen, new deck with backyard gate to Loblaws parking.

Professionally finished basement. A totally turn-key charming home!

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We first met Nutan at two open houses she held for other clients. We remember her down to earth manner, her advocacy for her client’s home, her honesty, and her follow up visit.

Three years later when we needed a Realtor, we reached out to several agents, but chose Nutan. She not only lived up to our first impression but exceeded it and started working with us immediately getting to know our needs and wants. Nutan was out agent for the sale of our condo, and then later for the purchase of our home, and we took our time finding the right home for us. In both instances, we knew we were in highly competent hands as Nutan guided us through the sale and purchase of our home. Nutan has a way of making you feel as if you are her only client, she follows up on every question, and even anticipates what you will want to know. She gives her honest opinion and truly cares you find the right home, and not just any home.

Since our work together has stopped, Nutan has become a friend. We cannot say enough about Nutan as a real estate agent, and as a person.

You can feel confident in knowing you are working with someone who knows her field, is respectful of her colleagues yet advocates for you as her client. She negotiates fairly and realistically and has a pulse on the market. And while we have settled into our new home, we miss going around to open houses with her. Fortunately we can still have her over from time to time. It is truly a joy to know Nutan.

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LIFESTYLE

SUMMER:

A TIME TO REFRESH YOUR HOME

You have great Real Estate.

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PRINCESS ANNE MANOR Two family home over 3770 square feet. Each level offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, separate entrances and laundry. Basement finished with additional bedroom, rec room and bathroom. The spacious floorplan, ample parking, fenced garden and prime location makes this duplex perfect for investors or multi-generational families.

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RISING TEMPERATURES AND THE PEAK MOVING SEASON CAN CREATE A SENSE OF RENEWAL. Decluttering around the house and cleaning out unwanted items from your closet are great ways to freshen up your home and wardrobe.

Donating those items will help reduce landfill waste while giving a new life to your used clothing and household items.

According to Diabetes Canada, which collects and recycles more than 100 million pounds of gently used clothing and small household goods annually, donations nearly double at this time of year. Organization experts suggest tackling your home refresh room by room. Here are some examples of the type of items you can donate:

GLEN AGAR Imagine the possibilities! Fantastic opportunity in sought after neighbourhood. Much loved 3 bedroom home sits on a 50’ x 140’ lot on a quiet, child-friendly street. Generous sized principal rooms, eat-in kitchen and specious bedrooms. Walkout to entertainment sized deck. Countless options to renovate or move right in.

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THE WESTWAY Bright 4-bedroom bungalow on a west-facing 45’ x 140’ garden. Spacious living/dining and sunny eat-in kitchen. The large finished lower level, separate side entrance and an abundance of storage space offers so many possibilities on this mature street in a demand family neighbourhood.

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• Electronics such as cameras, cell phones, PDAs; • Sporting goods, toys and gaming consoles; • Small kitchen bakeware, pots and pans, utensils, and tableware; • Small bath items; • Small household appliances (blenders, irons, hand-mixers); • Clothing, accessories, and bags: • General textiles such as bedding, towels, and curtains; • Shoes and boots;

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• Sleeping bags.

It’s easy and free to donate. You can pack your unwanted items in plastic bags or boxes and mark with the letter D. You can donate more if using the home pick up service rather than a donation bin.

Learn more and to schedule a free home pick up of your unwanted items at declutter.diabetes.ca. ◆ newscanada.com

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"When we had a difference of opinion on approach to something, Leslie could very clearly, succinctly and respectfully articulate why she/her team took their approach AND why our approach may not work. When Leslie had a family emergency, Joe stepped in - and the transition was seamless. Leslie is a pleasure to work with - her sense of humour and honesty are refreshing and needed at times during the stress of selling your home! Thanks for everything Leslie and Joe! You were FANTASTIC!!!” - SELLER 34 Edgemore Drive

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LINCOLN WOODS

Sprawling 3+1 bed, 4 bath bungalow in a prestigious enclave with stunning living and dining rooms, renovated kitchen, main floor family room, large master. Renovated lower level with a 4th bedroom, bathroom, large recreation, games room + an office. $2,249,000

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LIBERTY VILLAGE

The Iconic Toy Factory Hard Lofts! Rarely available.

2,300+ sq ft of luxury space over 3 floors with a 600 sq ft, south lake view rooftop terrace! 1 of only 5 in the building. 2+1 bed, 3 baths + parking. Exposed brick, steel beams and wood ceilings, 21' height in the great room.

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Exclusive "Kings Pointe" freehold luxury townhome.

2,700 sf of living space. Living room with gas fireplace, walk-out to deck, private manicured gardens.

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LIFESTYLE

Are you READY TO BECOME

A LANDLORD? Article Submitted By Christensen Real Estate Group

DO YOU HAVE THE TIME, ENERGY, AND AVAILABLE FUNDS REQUIRED TO RENT OUT A HOME SUCCESSFULLY? IF YOU’RE THINKING OF BECOMING A LANDLORD, HERE ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST FACTORS YOU SHOULD CONSIDER.

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DOES IT MAKE SENSE FROM A FINANCIAL PERSPECTIVE? One of your biggest considerations will be your finances. For most investors, the safest best is to ensure that your property either cash flows (that your income from rent is higher than the expenses associated with maintaining it), or that you break even.

For the homes you’re thinking of purchasing, how much could you feasibly charge each month? A real estate agent with local expertise can help you understand the rental market in your area. Next, look at your potential carrying costs—including your mortgage payments, utilities, and property taxes, to name a few. Would renting out any of the properties you’re considering be financially viable?

CAN YOU WEATHER FINANCIAL STORMS?

DO YOU KNOW THE LAW?

If your property were vacant for several months, would you be able to pay the rent and carrying costs? What would happen to your finances if you had to cover three major repairs at the same time? Remember that necessary upgrades—such as HVAC system replacements—can sometimes cost thousands of dollars.

Before you decide to purchase a rental property, be sure you know the legal obligations you’ll be taking on.

First and foremost, the home you’re renting out must always adhere to all city and provincial health and safety standards. Of course, your tenant will also have obligations toward you. These include (but aren’t limited to) paying rent on time, adhering to reasonable standards of cleanliness, and obeying the law on the premises.

Being a responsible landlord is all about preparedness.

From vacancies to delinquent tenants to malfunctioning home systems, it’s important to think through the potential worst-case scenarios.

PROPERT Y MANAGEMENT Every landlord needs to decide whether they’ll manage their property, or hire a professional to do it for them.

The former entails dealing with tenants, collecting rent cheques, ensuring that all of the bills are paid on time, and maintaining your property. These tasks can be time-consuming, so it’s important to assess your availability before making the decision to go it alone.

If you opt to hire a property manager (whether it’s a company or an independent contractor), be sure to factor this additional cost into your budget.

For a full overview of the duties that you’ll owe to your tenants (and those they’ll owe to you), read the province’s Residential Tenancies Act.

TIMELINE CONSIDER ATIONS What are your eventual plans for your rental property?

Whether you’re hoping to move in yourself or sell it for a tidy profit, it’s important to consider your timeline.

Keep in mind that once your tenant’s lease agreement ends, they’ll start renting month to month. As a result, terminating a tenancy can be slightly complicated.

While you can give a renter notice if you’re planning to move into the home they currently occupy, you can’t ask them to leave in order to sell it. What you can do is search for a buyer who’s willing to purchase it as a tenanted property.

When you get down to it, maintaining a rental property requires time, effort, and money. Fortunately, it can also be a rewarding and highly-profitable experience. If you’re ready to become a landlord, the right real estate agent can provide you with the guidance you need to get started on the right foot. ◆

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RECIPE

CAROLYN COHEN, Founder/ Chef/Recipe Developer of DeliciousDish. DeliciousDish Cooking School specializes in Whole Food Home Cooking, Meal Planning, Recipe Developing and Healthy Eating. #CookAtHome d: 416.200.3522 e: deliciousdish@rogers.com deliciousdish.ca

SHEET PAN GREEK

Chicken

WITH LOADED VEGGIES

This dish is the perfect weeknight meal. It so so simple to make and the whole family will love it. Serves 4.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

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STEP ONE: Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a zip top bag.

6 chicken thighs, bone in skin on 1 head garlic 6 Brussels sprouts 1 green or yellow zucchini 1 acorn squash, unpeeled or 1 sweet potato, peeled or half of each • 1/4 cup black kalamata olives • 1 lemon, cut in wedges • 1 red onion, cut into wedges FOR THE MARINADE

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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tbsp dried oregano 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp sea salt Plenty of freshly ground pepper Additional olive oil, salt and pepper

STEP T WO: Place the chicken pieces in the zip top bag with the marinade.

Let marinade for 45 min at room temperature or up to 12 hours in the fridge. If you are marinating it in the fridge, bring it to room temperature for 45 minutes before cooking it.

STEP THREE: When you are ready to cook the chicken, preheat the oven to 375°F Convection Roast, Convection or 400°F Regular Bake.

STEP FOUR: Cut the head of garlic in half through the circumference so that the cloves of garlic are exposed on both halves, place on a cookie sheet.

STEP FIVE: Cut the Brussels sprouts

in half, place on the sheet. Cut the zucchini into 4-5 large chunks on an angle.

STEP SIX: Cut the acorn squash or sweet potato in wedges. Place on the sheet.

STEP SEVEN: Place the olives, lemon wedges and red onion wedges on the sheet.

STEP EIGHT: Drizzle additional olive oil all over the veggies, toss to coat and arrange on the sheet so that all the veggies are mixed up.

STEP NINE: Arrange the chicken pieces amongst the vegetables.

STEP TEN: Pour the marinade in the bag all over the chicken and veggies.

STEP ELEVEN: Sprinkle everything with additional salt and plenty of freshly ground pepper.

STEP T WELVE: Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the skin on the chicken is deeply coloured. ◆

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Very practical layout, 1 bedroom with lot upgraded, upgraded flooring, upgraded kitchen with S/S appliances.

TTC at door, walk to subway, plazas, groceries, Yorkdale Mall, minutes to Allen, express 401, downtown. Super finishes and excellent facilities.

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Wonderful family home. Situated on a quiet residential street, large lot, close to transportation, schools, and shopping. Well maintained throughout. Lots of upgrades.

Sunny and bright corner lot. A great opportunity, move in condition and close to everything.

Beautiful custom built home in the Manor. Exceptionally built with extra attention to details. Luxury finishes,provide an elegant,chic as well as enchanting mood. Over 3,000 sq ft of living space at its finest. See attachment for complete list of features. Prestigious schools, TTC, close to downtown and Pearson International Airport.

Text 81035 with the text codes for more information on any of these listings.

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Large sunny unit freshly painted throughout. Incredible view plus balcony overlooking park, playground and city view. Extra large living and dining room with large windows and walkout to balcony, 2 large bedrooms and den with lots of storage options. Close to GO transit, highways and all amenities.

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Welcome to your luxury suite in the heart of Cityplace. Enjoy a sun-filled open concept living space, large master bedroom with floor to ceiling windows overlooking a clear lake view. Large built-in pantry in kitchen. Five star amenitiesSteps away from transit, restaurants, CN tower, Rogers Centre and harbour front.

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A beautiful detached family home at prestigious Riverview Heights near the Brampton/Mississauga border. Open concept layout with 4 bedrooms & $$$ spent on upgrades. 9 ft ceilings, smooth ceilings, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, stained oak staircase with iron pickets, main floor laundry, large 4 vehicles driveway (no sidewalk).

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LIVING SPACE With summer at our doorstep, we can begin to dream about longer, warmer and brighter days ahead! FINALLY! So, it’s time to start considering our outdoor spaces, expanding our living and entertaining from in to out. No mater the size, there’s options, ideas and design tips that can not only help you maximize your outdoor living, but to ensure that it looks fabulous! Whether for lounging, dining, entertaining, or perhaps you need some privacy from your neighbours, there’s a solution for every need!

For smaller patios it’s also always important to try and source double-duty items. For instance, a fire pit that might double as a coffee table, or an outdoor chair with an ottoman that can be placed against one another to create a lounger. Flexibility is key!

Once you’ve determined what you need, and what your patio can fit, begin laying out items in the space. In most cases, an outdoor tall bistro table (bar height) tend to be the best fit, as they’re usually a smaller footprint, and help to maximize your view, if you have one! Stools versus chairs can also be tucked ▹

The first thing is to determine the main function you’d like to have your patio or balcony serve and size-wise, if it can accommodate. Is it for cooking? So perhaps a BBQ. Is it for Dining? A table and chairs, or for lounging with couple of loungers? Once you start with your largest piece(s) you can begin to layout the space. Always start largest to smallest, and from bottom-up! We like to start with the canvas, the floor. A personal favourite of ours is Turf, also known as artificial grass. Especially for urban areas such as condos and townhouses. It brings some greenery into an otherwise concrete jungle. Providing a soft landing for your feet, while adding greenery, and absolutely no maintenance.

Be sure to always consult your local supplier and ensure the type of artificial grass couples a rubber drainage membrane, as most brands you might find at a Big Box Store are of lower quality and will not probably drain rain water. Alternatively, interlocking wood tiles for exterior patios are also a great overall stylish solution.

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nicely under a round or square bar bistro table. Maximizing every square-inch, especially when space is limited is the key. A built-in BBQ and outdoor kitchen are a huge trend right now, allowing not only cooking, but a surface to prep on.

With floors done, and your furniture and functions organized, it’s time to work in some greenery. Whether a combination of pots and/or planters, especially in any urban area, lush greenery and plants, or the illusion of, will be a great escape from your concrete surroundings!

At Kalu, we tend to be a fan of a combination of solutions, such as artificial hedges, which can create privacy screening from your neighbours, while also adding a lush addition to your outdoor space, and no maintenance required! Then perhaps fill-in dead corners or areas on the perimeter with tall narrow planters.

Lastly, don’t be afraid to treat your outdoor areas as you would your living room! There’s a wide array of “in-out” accessories and furnishings available at most retailers today! From outdoor-rated plush cushions, candles, lanterns, and even art, sculptures, and decorative pots add an element of the interiors to your exterior. It’s important to utilize colours and accents on the exterior, that you might find on the interior of your home.

Whether it’s a particular colour, or certain style such as modern or traditional, imagine your outdoor space as a direct extension of your interior living! This will provide overall cohesiveness and the appearance of a larger living area, and the perfect oasis for you to escape to with Summer at our feet! ◆

PHYLLIS LUI & ALEEM KASSAM are the Principal designer duo for Kalu Interiors. For more than a decade this Vancouver based design firm has become known and focus on creating thoughtfully curated interiors that enhance and inspire how you live. The firm provides bespoke design services for clientele throughout Canada. kaluinteriors.com

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Sunnyside Sunday Market at Great Lakes Brewery greatlakesbeer.com

U N T I L N O V E M B E R 2 4 ( S U N D AY ’ S )

Indoor Market Days at the Montgomery Inn montgomerysinn.com

JUNE 14-16

Taco Fest thetacofest.ca

JUNE 15

Purple Walk for Epilpesy Toronto epilepsytoronto.org/walk

JUNE 22

The Queensway Butter tart festival shopthequeensway.com

JUNE 22

The Junction 8th Annual Summer Solstice Festival thejunctionbia.ca

JUNE 23

Pride Toronto pridetoronto.com

JUNE 23

Birkdale Art in the Park birkdaleartinthepark.com

J U N E 2 8 - J U LY 1

Toronto Ribfest torontoribfest.com

J U LY 2 - A U G U S T 1 3 ( T U E S D AY ’ S )

Afternoon Movie at Long Branch Public Library torontopubliclibrary.ca

J U LY 1 0 & 2 4

Adult Colouring Club at Richview Public Library torontopubliclibrary.ca

Ph oto Cred it: To ro nto Ri bFest

J U LY 1 3

Bloor West Village Sidewalk Sale bloorwestvillagebia.com

J U LY 2 3

Wonder Workshop at Humberwood Public Library torontopubliclibrary.ca

J U LY 2 7

Taste of the Middle East tasteofthemiddleeast.ca

J U LY 3 1

Board Games Afternoon at Long Branch Public Library torontopubliclibrary.ca

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163 Royalavon Crescent • 2+1 bedroom bungalow • Rarely available 100’ x 145’ lot* • Sunny, south facing, private backyard

$1,449,000

• Expansive lower level • Live in, renovate or build new • Lovely, spacious & light filled

USE DISH SOAP BEYOND THE KITCHEN SINK You might come to know Dawn as a dish soap, but the same grease cutting ingredients that tackle your dishes also lend themselves to unexpected uses all over the house. Think stovetop messes, jewelry tarnished by the summer heat, greasy tools and even oil stains on the garage floor - these are just a few creative uses for this blue potion.

FIND THE LINT ROLLER The kids are home and we know what that means — little sleep and endless mess. Whether your child has a passion for crafts or is more of a figurine fanatic, lint rollers are effective at both deglittering countertops and floors.

11 Marquis Avenue • Stunning renovation 2017* • 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • Bright open concept kitchen

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KEEP THE GOOD VIBES BLENDING Has your blender seen better days from frozen daiquiris or tricolour sangria? Whether you’re on the docks or catching rays by the pool, blenders are a key kitchen staple that have quickly become synonymous with summer entertaining. Make your blender sparkling, by blending hot water and soap for a fastcleaning solution; one that’s much safer and more effective than cleaning the blade by hand. ◆ newscanada.com

130 Lake Promenade • Across from Lake Ontario • Prime 51’ x 138’ lot • Large private Muskoka like backyard • 3+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Separate side door entrance

• Lovely sun room & screened in porch • Renovated eat-in kitchen • Finished basement with storage • Minutes away to Mississauga Transit/ GO & 10 min train downtown

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41 Queen Mary’s Drive • $2,449,000 Be prepared to fall in love with this irresistible Home Smith stone manor right in the heart of The Kingsway on our most precious winding street!

You will find a stunning family room full of windows that opens to a secluded courtyard garden, featuring a magical 3-season summer house with gas fireplace! Ren’d kitchen & baths, 2 blocks to LKS Junior Middle School, walk to subway, dining & all the best The Kingsway has to offer! 20 mins to Financial/Theatre districts, quick to airports & near some of Toronto’s best golf! An entertainer’s dream! 41QueenMarys.com

928 Royal York Road $6,200/mo 63 Woodbury Road • $1,699,000 Not only is this irresistibly stunning and filled with sunshine, it comes with a super convenient location near Sherway Gardens, easy access to major highways and airports, walk to GO Train, schools and shops. You’ll find streets lined with leafy trees, friendly neighbours and good sense of community. Come prepared to fall in love! Best quality timeless finishes! 63Woodbury.com

Stunning, sophisticated, super fresh and clean, new 4-bed, 4-bath executive home located just 2 mins from the Royal York Subway, Kingsway shops, dining, pubs, cafés, library, and Vintages LCBO. Quick drive to airports, fantastic schools within walking distance. Finished basement, lots of storage, fenced yard. Really lovely!

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110 St Johns Road • $799,000 A sweet first home to call your very own! Renovated throughout, bright and spacious 3-bedroom, custom kitchen with quartz counters, stainless appliances and walk-out to garden, 2 baths, separate basement entrance for possible income. Very hip Junction locale near some of the best Toronto dining, fun and eclectic shops, quick bus or cycle to subway and UP Express to downtown Toronto & Airport! 110StJohns.com

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