The Home News Toronto Central MAR 2018

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WHat people are saying about Sheree...

Sheree combines depth of experience with great enthusiasm. She knows the neighbourhood like the back of her hand and is expert at reading the mood of the market. Our sale couldn’t have gone better!

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LEGAL ADVICE

practice, the use of any of these conditions is dependent on market conditions. In a seller’s market, there will be limited use of conditions by buyers while the opposite is true in a buyer’s market. Where the dwelling is older, a buyer should be cautious about submitting an offer without an inspection condition. A buyer, having arranged a mortgage pre-approval, can have some measure of confidence should the agreement not have a condition on mortgage financing.

RENTAL CONTRACTS

Before

YOU SIGN ON THE DOTTED LINE hile Toronto’s housing market is often defined by its flurry of activities, frenetic pace, and confident buyer culture, it’s always recommended to slow things down for a moment and educate yourself before entering into any binding contract.

There are a number of issues to be considered by both buyers and sellers when preparing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale.

HERE ARE SEVERAL ITEMS TO CONSIDER: DEPOSITS Deposits can be used strategically by buyers when purchasing a property, especially in multiple offer situations. A high deposit provides the seller with a sense of security that the buyer will complete the transaction, and demonstrates to the seller how serious the buyer is in purchasing the property.

NAMES OF THE PARTIES TO THE AGREEMENT A) It may be advantageous to a buyer, for tax

or other reasons, to sign the agreement in trust for another party, or in the name of a company or other legal entity;

B) If the buyer is signing in trust for an

unknown party, or if the buyer is a corpo-

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ration with no assets or transaction history, the seller may be at risk in the event the buyer fails to close the transaction. It may be difficult for the seller to commence litigation or recover damages. The seller may wish to consider requesting a higher deposit or having an individual personally guarantee the obligations of the buyer to offset this risk.

The parties must consider whether there are rental items to be assumed, such as a hot water tank, furnace or security systems.

CHATTELS & FIXTURES There should be a comprehensive list of all chattels included, and fixtures excluded in the purchase price. These should include such items as kitchen appliances, wall mirrors, wall units/cabinets, and light fixtures.

ACCESS RIGHTS A provision allowing for access rights is usually inserted in the agreement. The buyer should try to retain one access right to be exercised no later than the day prior to closing to assess the condition of the property, however, this right is not an opportunity to have another house inspection.

CONDOMINIUM SUITES Determine whether the parking and/or locker unit(s) are deeded ownership or exclusive use. Ownership allows the buyer to sell the parking or locker unit separately from the suite (subject to the condominium declaration), while the parking or locker units cannot be sold separately from the suite if they are exclusive use.

For more information on Agreements of Purchase and Sale, contact Shapiro Real Estate & Business Lawyers.

C) Where the seller is described as an “Es-

tate”, the buyer should inquire whether or not the Estate has obtained the Certificate of Appointment of the Estate Trustee. If not, the closing date should be extended until the Certificate is obtained and/or the agreement should be conditional on obtaining the Certificate within a certain period of time..

CONDITIONS There are commonly used conditions in an agreement pertaining to mortgage financing, house inspections and status certificates where the property is a condominium. In

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’ve been working on the perfect trail bar on and off for years, one that has a no nut and no nutbutter option. No gluten, no refined sugar, just the right crunch and chew, and no banana (personal preference). Friends… HERE IT IS! If you have a scale, use it and follow the weight measurements.

MAKES

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DIRECTIONS STEP ONE

Preheat oven to 325˚F, line a cookie sheet with parchment. Also line a square brownie pan (8x8 or 9x9) with parchment, overhanging on all sides.

STEP TWO

Place the oats and almonds on the cookie sheet. Place them in the oven for 5 minutes, remove and add the sunflower, pumpkin and sesame seeds to the tray (don’t mix them, keep them separate) and cook for another 10 minutes (so that the oats and almonds have a total of 15 minutes).

STEP THREE

Let them cool a bit, then put them in the food processor with the dates and cranberries, pulse them a few times so that everything gets chopped a little, remove to a large bowl. Add the remainder of the Dry Nut and Seed Mixture ingredients to the bowl, mix well.

STEP FOUR

In a small pot, melt together on med-low the wet ingredients, whisking to make it smooth, about 4-5 minutes, it does not need to boil.

STEP FIVE

Pour the hot tahini mixture over the nut and seed mixture and using gloved hands and a spatula, mix the hot tahini mixture into the nut and seed mixture until it is uniform. Pour the mixture into prepared brownie pan and press it firmly into the pan. Place in the fridge for a couple of hours to firm up. Lift the parchment/bars out of the pan and cut into 25-30 squares or bars.

STEP SIX

INGREDIENTS DRY NUT & SEED MIXTURE

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1 1/2 cup / 170 grams gluten free large flake oats 1/2 cup / 85 grams raw almonds 2 tbsp / 30 grams raw sunflower seeds 2 tbsp / 25 grams raw pumpkin seeds 2 tbsp / 25 grams raw sesame seeds 1/4 cup / 40 grams dried, sugar free, cranberries 4 medjool dates, pitted 3 tbsp / 25 grams coconut flakes 2 tbsp / 20 grams chia seeds 2 tbsp /25 grams hemp hearts 2 tbsp / 20 grams whole (or ground) flax seed 1 tbsp / 10 grams poppy seeds 1 1/2 cups / 35 grams puffed quinoa 1/4 tsp flaked sea salt (I use maldon salt)

WET MIXTURE

• 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp / 175 grams tahini • 1/2 cup / 165 grams raw honey • 2 tbsp / 25-30 grams coconut oil

NUT + SEED OPTION: You can omit the almonds for a nut-free option, just replace with the same volume of something else. Same with any of the other ingredients you don’t have or like, just replace with the same volume.

Store in the fridge or freezer.

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COLOUR hether you've been a loyalist to the same shade of green for the last decade or if you're an evolving follower of trends whose colour choices have shifted over the years, the trending colour of 2018 is sure to surprise and intrigue you.

Indeed, black is back. But how was this classic shade named the trending colour of the year?

While many assume the choice is random, trending colours are based on many influencers, but where do they really begin? Trending colours arise from consumer preferences, which are formed by societal influences, such as politics, economics, lifestyle and overall sentiment. We as a society hold the power of prompting new colour trends based on our everchanging attitudes, ideas and actions.

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Dee Schlotter, senior colour marketing manager for PPG, a leader in paint and colour, understands the path to determining each year's top trending colour. Schlotter and more than 20 PPG colour stylists from around the world meet annually at the company's Global colour Trends Workshop. "Our team of global colour experts assess societal and cultural influences to forecast what colours will be popular in home decor, consumer goods, automotive and even airplanes for the upcoming year," Schlotter says. "We also look at what's happening in society, and the state of people's emotions because of current events. All of this information helps us predict what colours will truly resonate with people in the coming year, especially when it comes to the paint in their homes."

2018 finds its colour of the year in a reflection of people's daily lives and their need to find an escape.

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"The PPG Paints brand's 2018 Colour of the Year is BLACK FLAME (PPG1043-7). It offers the silencing impact of black with the possibility and hopefulness of indigo seen in the colour's undertone," says Schlotter.

Schlotter adds that black will be very popular in 2018 because it offers a break from an often chaotic and over-worked world. "With society facing overstimulation and a need to take refuge, the colour black offers a comforting retreat, and a chance to start new and get back to the basics," she says. "Black Flame represents that necessary void and the need for nothingness that helps us recharge, making it a timeless and classic colour in home decor."

Olympic Paint Black Magic OL116

A PALETTE OF OPTIONS While going darker can seem intimidating at first, incorporating black into your existing decor is a lot easier than you think.

Many people mistakenly believe that all blacks are the same. However, black, like any other colour, is available in a wide array of shades.

For example, Glidden paint's 2018 colour of the Year, Deep Onyx (00NN 07/000), is a deep and rich black that encourages a less-is-more attitude when applying to home decor, while Black Magic (OL116), the 2018 colour of the Year for Olympic paints, is more glamorous and looks great as a statement colour for walls. And, if you're looking for some darker inspiration outdoors, Olympic stain's Maximum product in a Cinder semi-transparent stain colour (905) is a great complement to Black Magic when applied to exterior surfaces like doors, window trims and shutters. >>>

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Any of these black hues can be a defining piece in your decor while providing you with the mental escape you need.

Schlotter adds that capitalizing on this year's colour trend isn't solely about the colour itself, but what you pair it with.

Consider some of her other tips and tricks, including: • Pairing the PPG Paints brand's Black Flame with Millennial orange-pinks, teals and warm gray or mocha browns for an enveloping, rich look and feel.

“The possibilities are truly endless when it comes to adding this misunderstood neutral in the home,” says SCHLOTTER. • Feeling a bit more daring? Make an impactful statement with black by applying it from floor to ceiling on an accent wall or in an entire room. Completing the look with lighter elements and furnishings will make the decor stand out, because the dark walls will highlight artwork and accessories while providing depth and character, creating a perfect space for respite and conversation.

• To keep a space more fresh and modern, consider pairing a black hue with whites, matte finishes or light-grain wood finishes.

"Outside of paint, reinvented versions of the classic black hue are showing up in key design elements - from faucets, to matte black appliances, to black veined granite countertops, black windows and marble floors," says Schlotter. THN www.brandpointcontent.com

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