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Web ID #273

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Oakville Steps to the lake & a private beach this stately home sits on a large west facing lot. Family friendly open concept floor plan with expansive windows & situated in prestigious southeast Oakville.

EXCLUSIVE

Web ID #268

Allison Addison Sales Representative

Sold

Mississauga Accessible home with elevator to basement, ramps to all exits & wide hallways. This 3 bedroom bungalow located on a large lot.

Natural light from multiple large windows & skylights.

Sharon Regan Sales Representative

Sold

Oakville Situated in prestigious south east Oakville this home is made for family living & entertaining. Located on a quiet child friendly crescent & featuring large principal rooms & an open floor plan.

Web ID #269 Mississauga Lakefront living in Port Credit Village - Enjoy the morning sunrise and gentle sounds of Lake Ontario. Approx 4,000 sq ft of living space with unobstructed views from all principal rooms.

Web ID #267

Mississauga Open concept layout geared towards family living & entertaining.

Gourment kitchen with Wolf, Sub-zero & Miele appliances & a large island with granite, hardwood & custom cabinetry.

Web ID #274

Mississauga Sprawling bungalow situated on a stunning ravine lot with incredible views from all rooms. Wildfield is a quiet, child friendly crescent in the heart of the Lorne Park school district.

Broker

Oakville Downtown Oakville end unit townhome. First time offered for sale! 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, hardwood floors, Quartz counters, stainless steel appliances & backsplash.

Web ID #214

Web ID #204 Mississauga If a picture is worth a thousand words then to witness this property in person is indescribable. Situated on a breathtaking lot overlooking Lake Ontario with unobstructed views of the Toronto skyline.

Michael Regan

Web ID #272

Web ID #275

Mississauga Situated in the heart of prestigious Lorne Park on an incredible 100’ x 240’ park like lot. This custom built home boasts 8,000 square feet of finished living space.

Matthew Regan

Sales Representative

Mississauga Enjoy the tranquility & lifestyle of this lakeside neighbourhood! Over 6000 sq ft of finished living space. 5 spacious bedrooms all with ensuite baths. Huge gourmet kitchen walks out to resort like backyard.

Web ID #276

Mississauga Renovated gourmet kitchen with 2 pantries, granite counters & Peninsula island, inviting living area with gas fireplace & dining room with walkout. New deck, mature landscaping & much more.

Mississauga Enjoy privacy & a woaterfront lifestyle. Upscale newer building with only 16 units in the heart of Port Credit Village. Walk to trendy restaurants, shops, parks, trails & Port Credit GO station.

Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage Jackie Noble

Sales Representative

Nadia Meco

Sales Representative

Julie Meco

Sales Representative

Mary-Anne Appleby Tammy Snow Sales Representative

Client Sevices Manager

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PRESIDENT James BAKER james@thehomenews.ca CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason STACEY jason@homenewscreative.com

SHOULD YOU

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CREATIVE PRODUCTION Dana SEDLAK Tim FRANKIW ADVERTISING SALES David JOUBARNE david@thehomenews.ca

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$1,980,000 Stunning 5 bedroom, 4 bath custom build with nothing between you and the water. S/S appliances, granite, hardwood & stone flooring, crown moulding, nanny or in-law suite, master with 5 piece ensuite, walk-in closet & balcony overlooking water & equisite landscape, heated floors in kitchen & baths, surround sound, 3 gas fireplace & so much more!

$1,649,800 5,500 square feet of completely updated luxury finishes. 4+1 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms, gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, hardwood floors, crown moulding, heated floors, marble, wine cellar, bar and gym.

$1,099,000 Charming 3 bedroom 2 ½ bath Georgian with water views! S/S appliances, granite counters, wood & gas fireplaces, hardwood floors, crown moulding, pot lights, stunning master with walk-in closet & updated ensuite bath with laundry.

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$739,000 Spacious 4+1 bedroom, 3 ½ bath home on quiet crescent in Oakville. Hardwood flooring in living room, dining room & family room, main floor laundry, master with 4 piece ensuite & walk-in closet, in-law or nanny suite with kitchen, family room, den, bedroom & 3 piece bath. Close to amenities & minutes to QEW!

$439,000 Stunning views on the lake! Spacious and updated 2 bedroom plus den with separate dining area and an eat-in updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and huge pantry.

Hardwood flooring, 2 three piece bathrooms, crown moulding and so much more in gorgeous Admiral walk! A must see!

$414,800 Live and work in one great place!

Bright and lovely, the work level has reception area, 2 offices, 2 piece bath, live level has 3 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, eat-in kitchen with island, large balcony, master with his/hers closets and ensuite privilege, bedroom level laundry, loads of storage. Great street presence and ready to go!

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By April 15 this year, any Ontario home that has a potential source of deadly gas, must comply by installing working carbon monoxide (CO) alarms outside all sleeping areas. Only the Yukon has done the same to date.

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John Gignac, who co-founded the Hawkins-Gignac Foundation for CO Education in 2009 to honour the memory of his niece, her husband and their two children who perished when carbon monoxide from their gas fireplace seeped back into their home because of a blocked chimney vent, says he is optimistic a ripple effect will take place. m

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“Now that both the Yukon and Ontario governments have passed laws making CO alarms mandatory in homes with fuel-burning appliances, wood and gas fireplaces, as well as attached garages and carports I am going to do my best to make sure others follow suit,” says Gignac.

Laws or no laws, he points out that the need for education and awareness about the sources of this lethal gas never stops. Everyone should recognize the symptoms and the importance of installing carbon monoxide alarms to warn of its presence.

” It is an important step forward in preventing carbon monoxide deaths and injuries.”

Carbon monoxide is called the silent killer because humans cannot smell, taste or see it. It can come from everyday heating systems, fireplaces and appliances that burn gas, oil or other fossil fuels. If devices are not working properly, or venting is cracked or blocked, CO can seep back into a home with devastating results.

“My niece and her family did not have a CO alarm and it cost them their lives,” Gignac continues. “So my message to others is: Get your systems checked each year by a licensed technician; make yourself aware of the sources and symptoms of CO poisoning; and install approved CO alarms outside all your bedrooms.”

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Spacious townhome with wood floors, Upgraded 1,100 sq ft corner unit Beautiful 18 acre estate with breathtaking 3,347 sq ft 3 Bdrm French Château South exposure and finished walk out with unobstructed views and an views of the escarpment and Toronto style bungaloft on an exclusive court. lower to private Ravine lot $689,000 abundance of amenities $324,900 skyline – Over 7,000 sq ft $2,500,000 Lake views from all rooms $1,685,000

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Bronte Creek

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Kerr Village

Gren Weis designed open concept custom Breathtaking 4 Bdrm featuring luxurious Award winning 3,300 sq ft 4 Bdrm Prestigious new 4 Bdrm, breathtaking w/ high end finishes found in $3 million+ finishes, integrated speaker sys & fully extensively upgraded. Finished Lower finishes w/ boxed ceilings, hardwood & homes & w/o to pool ready garden $1,899,000 landscaped w/ pool & stone patio $1,588,000 level, wine cellar & pool $1,489,000 b/i appls. All Bdrms w/ ensuites $1,198,000

Lorne Park

Mississaugua Golf Club Area

Rattray Marsh - Steps to Lake

Lorne Park

Custom built by Showcase Homes, near Breathtaking Custom almost 8,500 sq ft Custom 4+1 Bdrm on private treed New open concept 4 Bedroom on private 1/2 an acre lot & 7,500 sq ft of living Estate on over 1/2 an acre landscaped lot w/ over 149 ft frontage. Beautiful cul-de-sac with Quartz countertops space. Steps to best schools $2,898,000 lot with pool & koi pond $2,395,000 blend of stained oak floors & marble and hardwood throughout $1,989,000

Lorne Park

Rattray Marsh

Port Credit

Applewood Neighbourhood

Gorgeous renovated 4 Bdrm with 4 Bdrm bungalow situated on a stunning Brand new semi with smart home wiring, 5 Bdrm backsplit with spacious design w onde r f u l l ayo u t. H a r d w o od deep ravine pie-shaped lot backing onto heated floors in master, stainless backing onto park. Stunning Master throughout & finished Lower $1,250,000 creek, fabulous size & layout $1,149,000 appliances and finished Lower $1,189,000 suite and hardwood floors $785,000

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“Challenges can quickly mount for the novice who chooses to invest in real estate,”

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Thompson offers three recommendations for success:

says Lincoln Thompson, broker-owner with Royal LePage Gardiner Realty in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

TAK E NOTE OF THE TAX ES

“But if you take the time to choose the right home and rely on the right people for expertise, YOUR INVESTMENT CAN PAY DIVIDENDS.”

As the saying goes, the only things certain in life are death and taxes. Depending upon the municipal, provincial and federal taxation requirements for your area, sales tax and land transfer tax will apply at differing levels across the country. You could even be taxed based on the level of renovations if a lot of work has been done. Also, consider the personal or business taxation implications from the sale of the property or on rental income that is generated. An accountant and lawyer are two people you'll want to bring in early before you venture into this realm. If you find the right home in the right location, taxes may not be a deal breaker, but be aware that paying them will cut into your profits.

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Don't partner with people who have the same strengths and weaknesses as you. If you are lacking expertise in any area, including real estate, hire a real estate agent with experience in real estate investment within the location you are considering. An experienced agent will also aid in bringing together the right deal makers. m

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• What amenities and services are within walking distance?

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Real estate investment is a great way to supplement your income if you do your homework and set yourself up for success with the right expertise.

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Breathtaking views across the lake to the Toronto skyline. Build your dream home on this fabulous gated lot amongst million dollar homes. MLS® H3146305

Downtown. 2,000 sq ft of stunning lake, bay & bridge views. Oversized solarium, two masters both with ensuites. Two parking spaces. Steps to shops and restaurants. Facing Spencer Smith Park. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. MLS® H3150116

Stunning and updated with granite, stainless steel appliances, coffered ceiling, spa inspired ensuite, gas fireplace, hardwood, crown molding.

9 parking spaces. Steps to GO, LaSalle Park and Marina. 3+1 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. MLS® H3150048

Stunning turn of the century classic on tree lined street. Elegantly laid out and spacious rooms with high ceilings and hardwood. Updated bedroom level with spa inspired bathroom. Situated on a 49’ x 165’ private lot. 4+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. MLS® H3149925

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Quality build on 66’ x 135’ lot in prime Tuck/Nelson school district. Front and back enclosed porches, hardwood floors. Upgraded roof shingles, furnace, C/Air, water heater, landscaping and circular driveway. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. MLS® H3150264

Ideal opportunity to update or build your dream home in this tranquil & mature setting adjacent to McNichol/Paletta Park. 93’ x 127’ lot with lane access. 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, separate dining room, finished lower level. MLS® H3143718

Spectacular lot in prime downtown core location. 1912 classic with 9’ ceilings, pot lights, stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors.

Updated including kitchen with island and main bathroom with granite. 4 bedrooms. MLS® H3143847

Stunning renovation. Main floor master with walk-in closet and 5 piece ensuite. Main floor family room, hardwood floors, quartz and stainless steel appliances.

Professionally finished lower level. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. MLS® H3150543

$1,089,000 - Aldershot

$1,295,000 - Downtown Core

$1,850,000 - Ancaster

$2,000,000 - Lakefront

Beautifully updated, modified ranch with hardwood floors, granite & pot lights. Retreat style 2nd floor master with spa inspired bathroom. Gourmet kitchen, open concept great space.

This spectacular property has it all. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. MLS® H3148686

New construction. This stunning, detached, Mattwood built home boasts 2253 sq ft of quality finishes including hardwood, oak staircase, upgraded trim package, granite, stainless steel appliances, 9’ ceilings and finished lower level. 3+1 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. MLS® H3149413

Unique, custom, contemporary, 1.34 acre estate on prime Lovers Lane.

Incredible quality and design with amazing space. Volumes of glass & natural light in a mature, private setting of rolling lawns and mature evergreens. 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half bathrooms. MLS® H3146346

Stunning 132’ x 264’ estate lot with severance potential. Classic centre hall Cape Cod with incredible Aspen style great room addition. Easily converted to single family from 3 separate suites. 4+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.

MLS® H3124941

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t's no secret that our food purchases have a direct impact on our health, but did you know that your choices may also have a far-reaching effect?

Many consumers pay attention to the origins of their food, preferring to choose home-grown products. This type of conscious purchasing has a direct and positive impact on Canadian farmers, beekeepers, and other foodrelated industries.

Take honey, for example. Recently, many brands have started to blend a foreign supply with a minimum percentage of Canadian honey. As a result, less honey is required domestically and increasingly, more of it is imported into Canada. That's bad news for local beekeepers who depend on the demand for their product, as well as for the farmers that rely on bees for crop pollination.

But not all Canadian packers are giving in to the blended trend. Guy Chartier, CEO of Bee Maid Honey, notes that this producer-owned co-op has been a part of the Canadian food landscape for over 60 years.

� Our beekeeper owners take great pride in their ownership, and take extreme care to provide the best quality honey,� explains Guy Chartier.

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Honey BARBEQUE SAUCE I NGREDI ENTS “We source it all from our owners, and this structure ensures that our honey is of consistent quality year after year, bottle after bottle.”

Canadian honey standards are among the highest in the world, and the country's beekeepers work hard to meet and exceed those standards, Chartier points out. “So not only do companies like Bee Maid Honey support the success of our beekeepers and farmers, but you know that what you're eating meets strict health and safety standards.”

Be sure to read the labels on products the next time you're in a grocery store. It may be the best way for you to support local beekeepers and agriculture - and as barbecue season arrives, do try this delicious recipe featuring Canadian honey:

• 1/2 cup minced Onion • 1 Clove Garlic, minced • 1 tbsp Oil • 1 can (8 oz.) Tomato Sauce • 1/2 cup BeeMaid Honey • 2 tbsp Vinegar • 2 tbsp minced Parsley • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper • Pinch Cayenne Pepper

DI RECTI ONS Sauté onion and garlic in oil until softened. Add remaining ingredients and bring mixture to boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.

More tasty recipes are available at www.beemaid.com. THN

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$329,900 ALDERSHOT CONDO • 2 bedroom, 2 bath open concept top floor • Loaded with upgrades • Granite, stainless steel appliances, hardwood • Balcony with escarpment views • Master ensuite • 1 parking spot • MLS®H3142767

$437,000 CORPORATE AREA ~ IRONSTONE • 2 bedroom, 2 bath + den "Keystone" • Granite, stainless steel appliances • Master ensuite • Terrace with easterly views lake • Insuite laundry, 2 parking & 1 locker • MLS®H3144546

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$519,900 AFFORDABLE COUNTRY LIVING ON 1 ACRE ~ MILTON • 5 bedroom 1.5 storey detached home • Separate bonus room over 2 garage with separate entrance • Lower level with walkout • MLS®H3146095

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$509,900 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY ~ STEPS TO LOCKE STREET • 2.5 storey legal non-confirming duplex • Updated electrical, furnace, windows and re-shingled • Deck and fenced yard • MLS®H3149573

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$729,000 COUNTRY IN THE CITY! • 175’ x 106’ • Quiet cul de sac with city views • 4 bedroom, den, 2.5 bath • Family room with gas fireplace • Unfinished lower level • Hardwood, renovated baths, re-shingled • Walk to the Bruce Trail • MLS®H3149954

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$749,000 COUNTRY SETTING ~ READY TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME • Serviced building lot in North Burlington • 125’ x 540’ • Approved by NEC • Building permit ready for 4000+ sq ft with pool • MLS®H3148406

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$834,750 EXCLUSIVE DOWNTOWN ENCLAVE ~ STEPS TO LAKE • Approx 2200 sq ft + finished lower level • Upgraded 2 bedroom, 4 bath, 3 storey • 6 appliances, 9’ ceilings, granite, crown • 2 car garage • MLS®H3149739

$849,900 PRESTIGIOUS ANCASTER CUL-DE-SAC ~ NEXT TO GOLF CLUB • Steps to downtown • Approx 2,700 sq ft plus finished lower level • 4+2 bedrooms, 2.5 bath • Pool/hot tub • Granite, skylights, hardwood ++ • MLS®H3150581

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$889,900 STUNNING ~ TYANDAGA COURT • Renovated 3+2 bedroom, 3.5 bath 4 leevl backsplit • Gourmet kitchen • Family room with fireplace • Fenced, privacy & hot tub • Finished rec room • Hardwood, crown, heated marble floor, 6 appliances + + • Steps to park • MLS®H3150581

$1,090,000 GREENSVILLE • Renovate or build • Backs onto Websters Falls • 5500 sq ft 4 bedroom, 3 bath 1.5 storey with indoor pool • Double attached garage + barn • Geothermal heat/cool system• MLS®H3143218

$865,000 MILLCROFT BUNGALOFT END UNIT • 2,800 sq ft 4 bedroom 2.5 bath • Main floor master • Maple kitchen • Sunroom • Loft, 2 bedrooms & bath • Fireplace, vaulted ceilings, granite, hardwood, California Shutters, 8 appliances • MLS®H3150489

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$1,798,000 CUSTOM BUILT ~ NORTH SHORE • 4+2 bedroom, 5 bath open concept • 4200 square feet • Finished rec room • Quality finishes • Plunge pool, privacy • Double car garage • Close to LaSalle Park & Marina • MLS®H3144617

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TRANSACTIONS TO DATE

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IN JOSHUA CREEK & THE PRESERVE*

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

FREE EVALUATION! PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK - RAVINE LOT

PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK - 3,700 SQUARE FEET

SOLD FOR

$58,800 OVER LIST PRICE

IN ONLY 5 DAYS! $1,288,000

$1,298,000

• Fernbrook built 4-bedroom • Over 5,000 sq ft of luxurious living space • Backs onto lush ravine • 9’ ceilings main floor, gleaming hardwood • Custom kitchen w/stainless steel appliances • 9’ ceilings on main and basement • Stamped concrete driveway and porch • Professionally finished basement • Professionally landscaped front and back PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK - RAVINE LOT

• Floating staircase with dark hardwood • Granite kitchen with s.s. appliances • 17’ ceiling in family room with fireplace

EXTREME MAKEOVER

PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK

D L O S $1,588,000

• On demand street with premium lot • Professionally finished walk-up basement • Approx 6,000 sq ft of luxury living space • Elegant stone and brick exterior • Backs onto lush ravine • Paver stone driveway and huge deck DEMAND CHURCHILL MEADOWS

BACKS ONTO RAVINE

$800,000

EXCLUSIVE

• Upgraded Greenpark-built home • Demand location in prime Oakville • Gleaming hardwood and crown mouldings • Renovated with thousands in upgrades • Prof finished basement with 3-pc bath • Premium 130’ deep ravine lot on quiet st.

EXCLUSIVE PRESERVE

EXCLUSIVE JOSHUA CREEK

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• Exclusive, 60’ x 100’ pool size lot • 4-bedroom home renovated top to bottom • Professionally landscaped with deck

SOLD TO AN INTERNATIONAL BUYER!

EXCLUSIVE JOSHUA CREEK

EXCLUSIVE JOSHUA CREEK

INGROUND POOL

• Approx 3,000 sf plus finished basement • 4-bed executive home with heated pool • Main floor den and large principal rooms

FREEHOLD TOWN

• Backs and fronts onto green space • Professionally finished walk-out basement • Granite kitchen, 9’ ceilings

PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK

COMING SOON TO

JOSHUA CREEK & THE PRESERVE!

PROPERTIES FOR SALE! 5-BED HOME

$1,500,000

• Over 4,600 square feet of luxurious living • Fernbrook built, stucco and stone exterior • 9’ and 10’ ceilings main and 2nd floors • Over 4,000 square feet, open concept • Approximately $300K in tasteful upgrades • Floating stairs with wrought iron pickets

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• Approximately $100K in upgrades • 2-car garage, end unit, 2 years new • Quartz kitchen and bathrooms

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Wyndham Place by Vandyk offers brand new 9 ft ceiling units with hardwood floors and granite counters.

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