The Home News Halton Region FEB 2018

Michael Brejnik Sales Representative

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FEATURE LISTING 213 - 2490 Old Bronte Road, OAKVILLE ON PAGES 1 0 +1 1

Joshua Bass

TOP 1% in CANADA

A Proud Part of RE/MAX Aboutowne Realty Corp

1235 North Service Road West, Suite #100, Oakville

$2,125,000

$1,888,000

$1,078,888

CUSTOM 5 BEDROOM EXECUTIVE WITH FINISHED WALKOUT BASEMENT ON PRIVATE RAVINE LOT WITH FANTASTIC SOUTH OAKVILLE LOCATION!

STUNNING BUNGALOFT WITH TRIPLE GARAGE, OVER 3,000 SQUARE FEET AND FINISHED BASEMENT IN THE PRESTIGIOUS WOODHAVEN COMMUNITY!

BEAUTIFUL RENOVATED 5 BEDROOM 2 STOREY BACKING ONTO MATURE RAVINE ON A QUIET STREET IN COLLEGE PARK!

Jackie Peifer, B.A. Sales Representative

TEAMWORK from the TEAM $859,800

$4,188/MTH

$2,300/MTH

4 PLUS 1 BEDROOM DETACHED BEAUTY WITH FINISHED BASEMENT AND LOADS OF UPDATES ON A QUIET STREET IN RIVER OAKS!

4 BEDROOM EXECUTIVE BEAUTY WITH ON GROUND POOL FOR LEASE IN LAKESHORE WOODS!

STYLISH 3 BEDROOM EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME FOR LEASE IN GLENORCHY!

THAT WORKS!

905.842.7008 jackie@jackiepeifer.com

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JUST SOLD IN RIVER OAKS!

JUST SOLD IN WEST OAK TRAILS!

JUST SOLD IN BURLINGTON!

ISSUE 02 • 2018

PRESIDENT James BAKER james@thnmedia.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason STACEY jason@thnmedia.com ADVERTISING SALES David JOUBARNE david@thnmedia.com

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Karen KINCH karen@thnmedia.com CREATIVE PRODUCTION Tim FRANKIW tim@thnmedia.com

TIPS TO CREATE AN IDEAL INCOME SUITE

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COCONUT CURRY SHRIMPS

WITH GINGER & LEMONGRASS

Dereck ADDIE dereck@thnmedia.com Casey ELOGIO casey@thnmedia.com WEB DESIGN Vaughn JOSEPH vaughn@thnmedia.com ADMINISTRATION Diana LYNAS diana@thnmedia.com PRINTING BCIS Canada The Home News Magazine is published monthly and delivered to selected homes in Halton Region by Canada Post, agreement #41362062. Also available for pick up in key retail locations, including our advertisers establishments throughout the community.

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$2,598,000

$2,588,000

mcdadi.ca/259b

mcdadi.ca/3345l

5 bed, 7 bath. Gourmet kitchen w/ servery, eat in area, island, + w/o to terrace. Gas fireplace. In-ground pool.

4+1 beds, 6 baths. Steps to the lake. In-ground pool.

Gourmet maple kitchen w/ french door w/o to large deck.

$1,899,000

$1,988,000

mcdadi.ca/396s

mcdadi.ca/1379r

4 beds. 5 baths. Executive home situated on park/greenspace. Designer showcase interior. Gourmet kitchen.

$1,699,000

4 beds, 4 baths. Planked hardwood. Modern kitchen w/ centre island. Pot lights. Walk up basement.

$1,250,000

mcdadi.ca/112w

mcdadi.ca/6724g

Residential/commercial redevelopment opportunity. Walk to restaurants, shops and waterfront.

$849,000

Completely renovated. 4 bedroom side split. Approx 3 acres.

Updated kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, windows, roofing.

$750,000

mcdadi.ca/25077r

mcdadi.ca/458t

3+1 beds. 3 baths. Open concept. 9.5 ft smooth ceilings.

Gleaming hardwood floors. Gourmet kitchen.

3 beds. 1 bath. Great opportunity in southwest Oakville to build or renovate your dream home.

$2,288,000

mcdadi.ca/2100s 4+1 beds. 6 baths. Designer showcase interior. Gourmet kitchen. Walk-in pantry. Prof finished bsmt.

$1,898,000

mcdadi.ca/3153l 4 beds. 4 baths. Completely renovated. Designer showcase interior. Gorgeous gourmet kitchen. Prof landscaped lot.

$1,100,000

mcdadi.ca/444s Detached backsplit. 4 beds. 2 baths.Great building lot in Bronte West. Renovate or move right in.

$499,900

mcdadi.ca/128408g Vandyk built. Old Oakville. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Hardwood throughout. Granite. S/S appliances.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NEW 2018 MORTGAGE RULES @ MCDADI.COM OR CALL US TODAY. LET US HELP YOU TO MAKE BUYING OR SELLING YOUR HOME A WORRY FREE EXPERIENCE. AT TEAM MCDADI, WE HAVE BEEN PROACTIVE IN FINDING CREATIVE SOLUTIONS SHOULD BUYERS WISH TO QUALIFY FOR A LARGER MORTGAGE, GIVEN THE NEW CONSTRAINTS.

Sales Representatives: Abraham Azraq, Ahmad Shehab-Eldin, Alvin Tung, Ben Sadeg, Bill McFarland, Bruno Gomes, Ciro Napolitano, Craig Yaffe, Fadi Abou-Chalha, Francis Zuccarelli, Helen O’Brecht, Isaiah Bayley-Hay, James Watt, John Athanasiou, Julie Jones, Kayla Ie, Leanne Binsell, Lisa Lee, Maggie Ribeiro, Marcello Marchese, Mark Powell, Marwa Nadr, Maryam Kermani, Marzena Ciecielag, Mase Rasti, Michelle Delemos, Mike Azraq, Mona Azraq, Norm Wilkie, Obie Khwaja, RJ Shahi, Roman Damavandi, Sam McDadi, Sara Azraq, Sean Johnny, Shannon Bowen, Sue-Maya Hawass, Tom Gusić, Tracy Nguyen, Vinci Leong, Zaheer Shaw, Zareer Divecha.

Brokers: Ashkan Khaleghi, Harry Nanda, Jim Yurchuk, Leonard Howell, Sabrina Nagar.

Sales Representatives, Joseph Brazeau, Virginia Brazeau, Jodie Near, Jennifer Brazeau-Barg

Serving Town & Country: Milton, Flamborough, Campbellville, Halton Hills, Oakville, Burlington Waterdown & Carlisle

ROCKWOOD .74 ACRE LOT walking paths down to the Eramosa River. Upgraded Century home features the ability for extended family living with 2 separate entrances and a walkout basement at ground level. Enjoy the majestic trees, fish pond,stone garden walls and long vistas of sunsets. Quick commutes to Acton GO train. GO bus at Harris Street/ Highway 7. $ 876,000 www.brazeauteam.com

MILTON GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. 1.14 acres just North of Britannia Road and South of Louis St. Laurent Blvd. Located in the Office Plan, part of the urban area of Milton. Quick access to Mississauga, Oakville, QEW/407/401. Build your dream home on this fabuiouls lot or renovate the existing home. Double detached garage and several out- buildings for your hobbies. Don’t miss out. $ 1,150,000 www.brazeauteam.com

FLAMBOROUGH 78 ACRES. Custom designed 2 storey built with the utmost quality. Main floor Master.

Gourmet kitchen. Amazing views of ponds and sunsets. The lower level is completely finished for the extended family. Entertainment pavilion with wood burning fireplace, attached airplane hanger with 40’ overhead door, kitchen, 2 bathrooms and a studio loft. 2 storey bank barn. There is a 2,300 foot grass runway for your private plane. $ 5,900,000 www.brazeauteam.com

RURAL HALTON 165.14 ACRES WITH FRONTAGE ON 3 ROADS. Amazing opportunity to own a huge parcel of beautiful land. There is a small bungalow - farm house that is currently tenanted that has 100 amp service & the windows & shingles were replaced approximately 2 years ago. This beautifully property has walking paths through the woods as well as a hiking trail & fields that are rented to a local farmed.

Located at the south edge Acton, Halton Hills and just 15 minutes to the 401. $ 1,500,000 www.brazeauteam.com

MILTON THIS BUNGALOW IS COMPLETELY RENOVATED inside and out and set on 1 acre in the Hamlet of Brookville. Home & commercial property. Great Investment.

“International Meats and Deli” or use for a business of your own choice. Open concept design. New kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Layout of main floor offers in-law potential. Finished basement. The store has a 11’ x 65’ lean to that could act as a garage. $ 1,450,000 www.brazeauteam.com

GEORGETOWN FOUR BEDROOM, FOUR BATHROOM FAMILY HOME with custom granite counters, centre island with bar sink completely open to Great room that has built-in cabinets, gas fireplace and hardwood floors. Master suite with walk-in closet, double closet and spa like bath.

Family room with custom cabinets.

Finished lower level rec room, bedroom and 4 piece bathroom. Backyard oasis with tiered deck and inground pool. Located on a quiet crescent with just a short walk to schools and parks. $ 874,900 www.brazeauteam.com

WATERDOWN BEAUTIFUL ALL BRICK bright and spacious family home on quiet crescent in East Waterdown. Numerous updates include furnace and A/C, windows, kitchen, carpet and shingles. Formal living room and dining room. 2 car garage with workshop space.

2nd floor loft family room with gas fireplace perfect hang-out for children. Finished lower level with rec room/family room, 4th bedroom, 4 piece bathroom and kitchenette - ideal Nanny/In-Law suite. Private fully fenced yard with large deck, mature trees and side yard storage. Quick commute to all major highways and Aldershot GO Station. $ 799,000 www.brazeauteam.com

MILTON 2.5 WOODED ACRES surround this lovely brick home located on a cul-desac just south east of Brookville. 564 sq ft (2882 sq ft on each level) of finished living space plus a finished 20' x 12' man cave. Main floor has 4 bedrooms, separate dining room, huge eat-in kitchen with new quartz counters plus breakfast bar. Open concept family room with gas fireplace. Several walk outs to wrap around deck. Lower level is fully at ground level at the rear and with garage entrance and walkout. 2nd kitchen to accomodate the in-laws. Oak wood trim throughout. Separate 22' x 14' workshop/ garage and 10' x 12' shed. Quick access to 401 at Guelph Line. $ 1,398,000 www.brazeauteam.com

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deliciousdish recipe

Coconut Curry

SHRIMPS with GINGER AND LEMONGRASS

SERVES

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his Thai-inspired Curry Shrimp recipe is perfect for those cold winter days when you need something that will warm you from the inside out!

DIRECTIONS STEP ONE

Heat a heavy duty fry pan or cast iron pan over med high heat. Add half the oil. Add the shrimps and cook for 2-3 minutes each side or until they are opaque. Remove from the pan to a plate, set aside.

STEP TWO

Add the remainder of the oil. Add the onion and sauté until translucent and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and lemongrass, sauté for another minute or two. Add the curry powder, mix into the onion mixture, cook for another minute.

STEP THREE

Add the coconut milk. And the water to the empty can of coconut milk, swish it around the can and dump that water into the pan with the coconut milk, let it boil, add the lime juice, salt, chilis, tabasco. Let the sauce boil and reduce for about 6-7 minutes. Taste the sauce, add more salt, chilis or lime to taste. Add the basil and spinach. Let the sauce thicken so that it coats the back of a spoon, about 3-4 minutes.

STEP FOUR

Add the shrimps back to the pan, let cook for 2-3 minutes.

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped jalapeno, cilantro, green onion.

INGREDIENTS • 2 pounds large (16-20 size) shrimps, peeled and deveined • 4-5 tbsp olive oil • 1 yellow onion, diced small • 3 cloves garlic, smash and chopped • 1” piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced • 1 stalk of lemon grass* • 2 tbsp curry powder • 1 can of full fat coconut milk • 1/4 cup water • juice of 1 lime • 1/2-1 tsp kosher salt, or to taste • 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes or 1 whole long red chili or 1/2 of a Thai bird chili, sliced in rounds, optional • a few shakes of tabasco, optional • 1 bunch of Thai basil or regular basil, leaves only • 2 handfuls of fresh baby spinach TO SERVE

• 1 jalapeno, finely chopped • handful cilantro leaves, roughly chopped • 2 green onion, sliced in rounds • 1 lime, cut into wedges • 2 cups jasmine, brown or mixed grain rice, cooked DELICIOUSDISH

STEP FIVE

Serve with the cooked rice and lime wedges. *Cut the root end off the lemongrass and then cut the lemongrass where the white part meets the greener part (you only use the white part), discard the root end and the darker part. Slice the lemon grass piece in half in the length and remove the outside two layers of the lemon grass, this part is too tough, discard. Then chop the white part very finely. You can freeze any unused stalks of lemongrass, chopped or left whole.

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CAROLYN COHEN BA, BScOT Founder/Chef/Recipe Developer

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

NANCY CARREIRO

KLAUDIA ZUMER

Sales Representative

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c. 416.528.7903 ncarreiro@sothebysrealty.ca

c. 289.259.4434 kzumer@sothebysrealty.ca

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OAKVILLE Bungalow COMING SOON We currently have buyers that are looking for Detached 2-Storey homes and Family-Sized Townhomes in Oakville.

Please call us directly if you would like to have your property assessed for sale.

Westmount, Oakville

Ivica Jukica SALES REPRESENTATIVE

905.592.7112 TRUSTED IN THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1999

ON SALE NOW Not intended to solicit persons or properties currently under contract.

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213 - 2490 OLD BRONTE ROAD, OAKVILLE

$389,000

Welcome to the Mint condos in sought after Oakville! Enjoy this never lived in, one bedroom, one bathroom, 521 square foot unit with a 304 square foot terrace. Nine foot ceilings and large windows greet you when you walk into this open concept space. Lovely finishing’s include laminate flooring, an eat up island, and stainless steel appliances. Decorated in soft neutral tones with loads of cabinetry and in-suite laundry are desired features for todays wants and needs. Only a few units have the extra-large terrace which gives you added living space and beautiful clear sky views. Building amenities include in-suite laundry, fitness room, media room,

O: 905.335.3042 TOLL FREE: 1.800.290.0163

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party room and a roof top terrace. Pet friendly and minutes to the hospital, GO station, and the QEW and 407 highways, making it great for commuters.

One locker and one parking space are included with this beautiful unit.

home reno

Ti ps to Create an Ideal INCOME SUITE rom the condominium craze to the rise of multigenerational living, the climbing cost of homeownership across Canada continues to spawn new trends. The transformation of basements into rental suites is a big one that can help offset mortgage costs. There are plenty of advantages, as well as some important considerations to ensure the best result.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK Check zoning, bylaws and adhere to your local building code.

As with any new construction or renovation, building permits must be obtained, and all work must be code compliant. This will protect you and any future tenants.

Scott McGillivray Host of Income Property

CONSIDER FIRE SAFETY AND SOUNDPROOFING Select building materials with a high fire-resistance rating that will not off-gas or contribute to toxic smoke in the event of a fire. Soundproofing is also a must when you plan to share space. Install sound absorbent insulation between floors with resilient channels to reduce sound transfer between living areas.

Contractors love stone wool fire and soundproofing insulation, because it protects against fire and noise and is easy to install.

WATERPROOF IT Check the interior foundation and floors for existing moisture issues, water damage or mould problems. Address any primary moisture issues before finishing the space.

INSULATION IS KEY As a landlord, it's wise to invest in smart renovations that can improve efficiency and bolster your bottom line. For the best results, insulate well. I recommend installing a rigid board insulation, like Rockwool ComfortBoard 80, against the concrete foundation before you stud the wall. The board is mechanically fastened or adhered to the concrete foundation wall, which prevents thermal bridging through the studs, providing better thermal performance. Finish with a moisture-resistant and dimensionally stable insulation between the studs, like R14 Comfortbatt, to protect against common basement issues such as mould, mildew and rot.

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SPEND WISELY Keep the renovation budget reasonable. Spending no more than two years' worth of rent to convert your space is a good general rule of thumb. Forego high-end finishes. Instead, create focal points that will “sell� the suite.

Scott McGillivray is the host of the hit HGTV series Income Property and Moving the McGillivrays, a full-time real estate investor, contractor, author, and educator. THN www.newscanada.com

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Yvonne Little,

Broker

I.R.E.S., ASA, RRS

office: 905.338.9000 Independently owned and operated.

direct: 905.616.0781 yvonnelittle@sympatico.ca yvonnelittle.com

OFFERED

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$1,498,000

Highly desirable West River location, Central Oakville. Huge private mature 163.75 ft. property backing onto treed ravine and Sixteen Mile Creek! Beautiful totally renovated top to bottom two storey features open concept kitchen with white cabinetry, large island with breakfast bar, granite countertops and subway tile backsplash, open to family room with custom cabinets. Desk niche off kitchen, updated powder room. Large separate dining room. Beautiful hardwood floors. Mudroom/laundry room addition with access to yard and patio. Three spacious bedrooms on second floor, large master suite with walk-in closet, updated ensuite bath. Separate office area. Main bath with double sinks, soaker tub and separate glassed in shower. Fully finished basement with recreation room, games area,three piece bath and loads of storage. New interlock walkway, driveway and stone steps. Amazing location, walk to downtown Oakville, Harbour, library & theatre, Kerr Village shops & restaurants, schools, day care, 10 minutes to GO Station. Call Yvonne for an appointment to view!

• Custom built-in cabinets

• Gas fireplace

• Irrigation system

• Full sprinkler system

• 5 burner gas stove

• Central air

• Landscape lighting

• Security system