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2 amazing exposure onto King Road & Bathurst Street. Surrounded by new built home and just minutes to Yonge Street and Highway 400. Huge property (2+ acres) with 2 buildings and 1 house. Eleven apartment and house 90% rented out. Close to transit. Great potential for future development.
Over 9,000 sf of custom living space waits you in this gorgeous residence. Designed and distinctively crafted with sophistication in mind. Gourmet kitchen with extra large island, formal dining room, elevator, stunning master and anything else your heart desires.
This unique custom built home sits on 1.1 acres in sought after ‘Kleinburg’. Spectacular ravine/conservation views from any room in the house. This large home offers detailed finishes, top-notch construction, unique ceilings (9-12’). Finished basement with bar. This is a true gem that is not to be missed!
Welcome To The Prestigious King Oaks Pocket Of King City. Custom Masterpiece Built With Superb Quality & Interior Finishings. Sitting On A Double Ravine Lot Offers You Privacy And Solitude. 11’ Ceilings On Main. Oversized Master With 7Pc Ensuite. Walk-Out Basement.
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Nestled in the exclusive “King Oaks’ this upgraded 4,000 SF home features 4 beds and 5 baths. Hardwood, California shutters, crown mouldings and pot lights throughout. Elegant dining with waffled ceilings. Over $100K in upgrades. Upgraded kitchen with granite island and stone counters. Wolf & Sub-Zero appliances. Huge lot.
Upgrades Galore! Over $450K in upgrades, which includes a stunning resort-like backyard with salt water pool and half basketball court. Spacious and well laid out from main level to upstairs. Gourmet kitchen with Wolf & Sub-Zero appliances, circular oak stairs, hardwood floors, main floor office and much much more!
Investors & builders this is for you! Large 75.58’ x 150’ lot in Richmond Hill’s prime areas! Surrounded by trees and multimillion dollar homes, this is where your masterpiece can come to life. Currently there is a 4-level backsplit with 5+2 bedrooms.
5+1 bedrooms. Builder’s own home. Back’s onto protected forested area. Beautiful grand 2 storey foyer. Large gourmet kitchen with island and breakfast area. Large master with fireplace and spalike ensuite. Finished lower level with walk-out. Inground pool and hot tub.
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Grand 2 storey foyer. Open concept living/dining room. Gorgeous family size kitchen with w/o to patio. $100K spent on upgrades. 4 spacious beds with private/semi ensuites. Large master with coffered ceiling, his & her w/i closets & spa-like ensuite. Finished lower level with 3pc bath. Interlock driveway & patio in the backyard.
Corner unit with breathtaking southwest views. Demand location (Yonge & Eglinton). Luxuriously finished unit with 10’ceilings, custom built-ins, hardwood floors, 2 lockers and 1 parking space.
2 semi-detached homes (must be sold together). Each has 3 bedrooms, living room and kitchen. New pot lights, tandem garage plus extra garage at rear. Great potential for commercial. 2 sewer connections. New windows, roof, water tanks and gas furnace. High density area.
Fully landscaped 1.11 acre lot. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Open concept family room. 9’, 10’ and 18’ ceilings. Hardwood and pot lights throughout. Large gorgeous kitchen with huge centre island and breakfast area. Thousands spent on landscaping.
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Beautiful Home Close To Lake Wilcox!
Completely renovated top to bottom. Large 50’ x 150’ lot. Gourmet kitchen with double doors leading to large deck. Pot lights and hardwood throughout. Spa-like main floor bathroom with heated floors. Professionally finished basement with separate entrance. Steps to Lake Wilcox & Yonge Street.
Gorgeous Renovated Century Home!
All modern updates, stunning chef’s kitchen with centre island, stainless steel appliances and walk-out to patio. Hardwood and natural stone floors. Huge main floor bedroom. Huge lot with party size covered patio with built-in BBQ.
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Gorgeous eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Open concept living/dining room, over 1,200 square feet. Marble vanities in both bathrooms. Split 2-bedroom layout. Parking and locker. Well managed building.
Brand New 1 Bedroom + Den!
Never lived in unit in the new Grand Genesis! Exquisite interior design and finishes. 9’ceilings, open concept design, kitchen with island and stainless steel appliances. Great Yonge Street location with quick access to major highways, transit and GO Train.
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Mike Holmes Trusted Canadian Contractor & TV Host
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his take on a barbecue basic will not only make your brown-bag lunch jealous, but will also have the neighbours lining up for seconds and thirds. Rustic and easy to make, this feast (as seen in Walmart Live Better magazine) offers a satisfying meal for both parents and kids. >>>
LUXURY 1500 SQ FT CONDO, 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS Elegant, boutique hotel-style condo in King City! 1500 sq ft with a southwest exposure, warm décor. Open concept floor plan provides ample living space. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, upgraded kitchen cabinets.
LIVE IN LUXURY IN KING CITY, 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS Elegant condo surrounded by conservation lands. This is a gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit finished in designer décor with gleaming hardwood floors throughout.
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Spectacular bright corner ste at the heart of Yonge & Elegant bungalow located in Chateaus of The HighEglinton. 1 bdrm + den, spac. living area, large windows, lands of Castlemore, prestigious area. 2302 sq ft, large balcony. Exceptional NE view, modern kitchen. brick/stone exterior, gleaming hardwood. 10 ft ceilings.
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food recipe
PREPARATION TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes SERVING SIZE: 4 servings with 1 ½ cups Salsa
STEAK SANDWICHES WI T H TOMATO AVO C A D O SALSA
Ingredients
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Directions
Remove steaks from refrigerator and let warm to room temperature. For salsa, quarter tomatoes and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with onion, chili peppers, garlic, cumin and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir and set aside.
• Oil grill and preheat barbecue to medium-high. Season both sides of steak with a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and Worcestershire, if using; rub in. Barbecue until meat gives slight resistance when pressed, about 4 minutes per side for 1" thick steaks if you like them medium-rare. •
Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Meanwhile, butter both sides of bread, using 4 slices for open-face sandwiches or 8 if you want top slices. Place bread on grill.
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Barbecue until lightly toasted and grill marks form, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
• 2 Strip Loin or Top Sirloin Steaks (about 8 oz. each) • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, preferably a mix of red and yellow • 1/4 cup finely chopped Red Onion • 1/2 tsp Great Value Crushed Chili Peppers • 1 large Garlic Clove, minced
• Cut avocado in half and remove pit. Peel avocado or scoop pulp from skin. Cut in large dice.
• 1/2 tsp Great Value Ground Cumin • Salt and Black Pepper
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Place on tomatoes, then drizzle with lime juice. Stir gently to mix. Taste and add more salt or lime juice, if you like.
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Slice steaks crosswise in the thickness you like for a sandwich. Divide equally among 4 slices of bread. Spoon salsa on top (and top each with another slice of bread, if desired).
• Worcestershire or Hot Pepper Sauce (optional) • 2 tbsp Butter, at room temperature • 4 to 8 thick slices Italian-style White Bread • 1 ripe, firm Avocado • 2 tsp Lime Juice
• Additional recipes and barbecue ideas are available at www.walmart.ca/recipes. THN www.newscanada.com
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Picturesque views over 7.62 acres of mostly flat land with rolling hills, ravines, bush & winding private road. Updated thru-out. Thousands spent. Gorgeous views from all rooms of the house. Victorian-style porch with gazebo off of custom kitchen. Built-in appliances, centre island. Cathedral ceilings & vaulted ceilings thru-out. High ceilings in finished walk-out basement. A truly unique fantastic country home. Seperate detached workshop with drive-in doors. Main floor mud room access into garage.
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ore Canadians are jumping on the trend of enriching their homes and lifestyles by adding outdoor living spaces with beautifully designed and tastefully furnished patio decks. Creating your ultimate patio deck is a great way to add an “outdoor room” for entertaining and family barbecues during warmer weather.
Real estate and renovation experts agree that adding a well-designed patio deck is a very cost-effective way to increase the value of your home property. A study by Money Magazine showed that such outdoor additions can have more impact on home value than interior projects. “Creating the ultimate backyard deck goes beyond simply building the deck itself,” says Holmes. “Think ahead. Don't just focus on materials and size. Also think about your deck's design; its functionality; seating options and privacy; durability and maintenance; and of course, safety.”
The key to success is keeping the big picture in mind, says Mike Holmes. Trusted Canadian contractor and TV host.
To maximize deck safety and convenience, Holmes says to start by considering the benefits of a low deck design that requires fewer stairs and therefore fewer worries over slips and falls. >>>
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ood has long been the traditional material of choice for deck building. But options for homeowners are growing amid the introduction of 'high-tech' decks featuring man-made materials that look good, are maintenancefree and eliminate the need for repairs or replacement. This becomes increasingly important as dangerous deck collapses occur every year across North America. Holmes recommends these newer high-tech deck systems, including a homegrown Canadian product called SigmaDek (www.sigmadek.com).
“SigmaDek is different. It uses aerospace-grade aluminum and porcelain parts that interlock to create a seamless surface that looks good and really lasts,” says Holmes. “You don't have to worry about the deck deteriorating, coming apart or collapsing. That means less maintenance, less spending on repairs and you never need to replace it.”
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Another key factor to consider when creating your ultimate deck is the quality of materials and parts used for the installation.
INSTALLATION IS ALWAYS KEY. Unfortunately, I've seen a lot of deck products use plastic clips to make connections,” says Holmes. “Plastic tends to break, especially in typical Canadian weather extremes. Solid metal connections are the way to go – they're stronger and more resistant to temperature changes.” You've chosen materials and an overall design but a big question is always: How big a deck should you build? “Stay within your budget but durable, maintenance-free, man-made materials that cost more initially can pay off in the long run. Once those decks are up, they're repair and worry free,” says Holmes. Use these tips to make this the year to finally build your ultimate home patio deck. THN www.newscanada.com
GO BIG
or GO HOME, says Holmes.
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RENT A ROOM to pay off your mortgage faster
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hether you've got a mortgage to pay, student debt or just want a little extra spending money on the side, renting out your home, or simply a room, is a great option to tackle debt or open up a stream of cash flow. With Airbnb, a community built on sharing and trust, it's now easy and safe to do. All you have to do is list your space, respond to requests and welcome your guests. Here are a few more benefits: >>>
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YO U R S C H E D U L E C O M E S F I R S T. You can rent whenever it's convenient for you. People looking for a place to stay will only see yours if it's listed on the specific dates they've entered. You can also rent long term or short term - the choice is yours! A great time to host is when you're going to be out of town - on vacation, travelling for work or at the cottage. Why not make some money if your home is sitting empty? Alternatively, take a look at your community's calendar - major events in the city, like FIFA or Pan Am, are a big tourist draw which means an influx of people looking for accommodations.
Y O U H A N D P I C K W H O S TAY S . Bottom line: read reviews. You want the person staying at your house to have positive previous reviews. If you don't like someone's review then you don't need to rent to them. It's as easy as that. This system provides extra reassurance that your guest will be respectful of your home. In the unlikely event that something does go wrong - Airbnb comes with a host guarantee which means your property is covered for up to $900,000 CAD.
MONEY IN THE BANK. With Airbnb, hosts set their own price so you'll never rent for anything less than what you want. On top of this, there is only a 3 percent hosting fee which means you're getting extra security for a very low cost. You also receive your payout approximately 24 hours after a guest leaves which is fast money in your pocket. For more information, visit Airbnb.ca. THN www.newscanada.com
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