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Controlled entry with camera Utilities included Reserved underground parking available Seasonal pool On bus route Close to shopping Modern laundry facilities

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River Park Towers - 740-758 Kipps Lane

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Timbercreek 1231 & 1265 Richmond Street north

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REVO/Blossom Gate 700 King St. (REVo) / 621 & 625 Kipps Lane

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Bradel Properties - 1231 Huron Street

From $550

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From $695

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368 Oxford Street W.

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Ample Free Parking • Laundry on Each Floor • Walk to Cherryhill Mall • Great Bus Service • Quiet comfort, Superior location • Ideal for Seniors and Professionals

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• Great Location Close to Schools and Bus • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Heat included • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping and Malls • Park-like Setting • Conveniently located in Whitehills

West Park Gardens

1131 Royal York Rd.

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Laundry on Each Floor • Good Bus Service • Close to Shopping and Schools • Controlled Entry • Utilities Included • Quiet Neighbourhood Great location • Clean well maintained buildings

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• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Ample Free Parking • Laundry on Each Floor • Close to Shopping • Park-Like Setting • Affordable Rates • Shh! It’s quiet over here

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• Great Location Close to Schools and Bus • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping • Park-like Setting • Quality Living at Affordable Prices

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Fairview Terrace

297 Westminster Avenue

• Walking Distance to L.H.S.C. Westminister Campus • Close to Schools, Shopping and Bus • Excellent Laundry Facilities • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • New Windows • Parklike Setting

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160-190 Canterbury Court, Sarnia • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities are on us • Parking is Free • Laundry Facilities are Great • Shopping and Schools are Around The Corner • Quality living in affordable style • Join us in our friendly community, relax, take a walk. make our place your home

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Ceramic/laminate flooring, kitchens w/granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured parking included, guest suite, lounge/billards room, fitness center w/sauna. All Utilities Included.

71 King Street t Oc & ity pt bil Se vaila a

Picton Place

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, tenant lounge overlooking downtown, exercise room. Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

22 Picton Street

The Chantry 300 North Centre Rd.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

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The Riverview 284 Wonderland Rd. S.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

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Westmount Place

5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, conveniently located across from Westmount Mall, parking included, exercise room, sauna Pay Personal Heat/Hydro

800 Wonderland Rd. S. th st ba t 1 /2 Oc ed pt & b 2 Se ail av

Westmount Estates I

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

325 Southdale Rd. W. il va n a st De t 1 1+ Sep

Westmount Estates II

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

335 Southdale Rd. W. Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

641-3468

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

641-3171

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

Wonderland Rd. S. & Viscount Rd.

645-6031

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

Wonderland Rd. & Springbank Dr.

433-5756

2 & 2+den suites

519

Richmond St. N. & Fanshawe Park Rd.

850-1480

2 & 2+den suites

519

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1 & 1+den suites 2 & 2+den suites 519

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649-0085

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680-2686

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Royal Oak Terrace

Adelaide Towers I, II & III

AdelAide & HuroN

AdelAide & erNeSt & FANSHAwe PArk BrAdley

Bradley Court

Fanshawe Village

AdelAide & FANSHAwe PArk 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Utilities included in some buildings Ample parking available Park-like grounds with lots of trees Seasonal pool On site variety store Walk to schools & shopping On bus routes Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths Social room

Utilities included Covered parking available Controlled entry with cameras Squash court Sauna Exercise room Seasonal pool Park-like setting Close to schools, churches & public transit Minutes drive to Masonville shopping Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths

Walking distance to shopping, schools, restaurants and entertainment 5 Minutes to Hwy 401 Direct access to public transit Tennis courts Seasonal pool Utilities included Ample parking available Dishwasher Laundry facilities

Located in a park-like setting in North London Close to Masonville Place On bus route Grocery store less than a 5 minute walk away

Huron St. Oxford St. E.

Southdale Rd E

Ernest

Adelaide St. N.

Windermere Rd.

Bradley Ave Exeter Rd

Fanshawe Park Rd.

Adelaide St N

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Wellington Rd

Spacious 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Adelaide St. N.

Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Huron St

1126 - 1154 Adelaide Street North

1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North

1585/1595 ernest Ave

640, 650 & 660 Fanshawe Park road

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-433-5705

519-438-1188

519-690-2968

519-434-4420

31523

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

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The Brownstone & Manor House Gordonstown Apts Apartments

Parkdale Place Apartments

coMMiSSionerS AdelAide & ricHMond & & wHArncliFFe FAnSHAwe PArk UniverSity

Peter McGregor Tower

kinG & ridoUt

Ridout Towers

ridoUt & GrAnd

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Storey Suites

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Controlled entry with camera Covered parking available Seasonal pool Tennis court On bus route Close to shopping Modern laundry facilities

Utilities included Modern laundry facilities Controlled entry with camera Quiet area On bus route Close to major shopping centres, including Masonville Place

Parquet flooring Heat & water included Ample parking available 5 minute drive to Masonville Place Walk to UWO campus & Kings College Close to Richmond Row

Spectacular views of the Thames River Fabulous downtown location Walk to parks, restaurants & public transit Controlled entry with camera Reserved underground parking available Across from Budweiser Gardens 1 Bedroom units have 2 balconies Modern laundry facilities Utilities included

Controlled entry with camera Ample parking available On bus route Walk to Wortley Village Close to Budweiser Gardens, Harris Park, Covent Garden Market

Windermere Road

Huron St.

Horton St.

King St. York St.

Ridout St

Huron

Dundas St.

Ridout St N

Southdale Rd W

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Richmond St

Gordon Ave

Commissioners Rd W

Adelaide St N

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Wharncliffe Rd S

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms (Utilities Included) 2 Bedroom Townhomes (Plus Utilities)

Grand Ave. Base Line Rd. E.

500 & 527 Gordon Avenue

746 Fanshawe Park road east

1201 richmond St. n.

21 king Street

100 ridout Street South

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-686-5850

519-439-4848

519-439-0941

519-432-1995

519-432-3857

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized 31524

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

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Come take a look and see what all the excitement is about! Under New Management Wonderland Towers 875 Wonderland Road South 519.641.0471 2 Bedrooms from $865 Utilities Included

• Card operated laundry • On-site managers

• Fitness room • Underground parking

The Solarus 110 Belmont Drive 519.680.3420 1 Bedrooms from $775 2 Bedrooms from $850

Plus Utilities, Water Included

• Card operated laundry • On-site managers

• Fitness room • Central Air

Westmount Village 910, 912, 918, 920, 922 Wonderland Road South 519.619.9056 3 Bedrooms From $865 Utilities Included

• Card operated laundry • 3-storey walk-ups

• On-site managers • Close to schools

Leathorne Gate 940 Commissioners Road East 519.686.7910 1 Bedrooms from $695 2 Bedrooms from $790 Utilities Included

• Card operated laundry • On-site managers

• Steps to Victoria Hospital • Shopping centres nearby

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If you’re looking for “just the right place” we’ve got the right place to start. comIng

Visit our Residential Rental Information Centre in Forest Hills and find everything you need to choose your “right place”. Old Oak’s friendly advisors will help you find the location, floor plans and amenities that are just right for you.

Soon

Pomeroy Place 885 Southdale road West

Sugarcreek TraIl 405 Sugarcreek Trail

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

425 Sugarcreek Trail

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

445 Sugarcreek Trail

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

ProudfooT Place 535 Proudfoot lane

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

565 Proudfoot lane

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

PInerIdge Place 740 Proudfoot lane

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

744 Proudfoot lane

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

foreST hIll 575 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

585 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

595 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

605 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

horIzon drIve 700 horizon drive

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

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Proudfoot Lane

Enter off Oxford St. W. Follow signs to Residential Rental Information Centre.

22391

Wonderland Road

575 Proudfoot Lane London, ON

residential rental Information centre Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 7pm, Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm Phone: 1.888.713.9159

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Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views Park Royal Estates

1068 Commissioners Rd. W., Byron

• Across from Springbank Park • Stove/Fridge/Dishwasher/Washer/Dryer • Carpet • Whirlpool/Sauna • Indoor Saltwater pool • Exercise Room • Parking Space Included • Large Balcony off Master Bedroom • Walk-out lower level family room with patio • Individually controlled heat & A/C • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

3 Bdrm

Townhomes

226

213-3291

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

Wonderland Place

710, 720 & 730 Wonderland Rd. N.

• 3 Appliances • Eat-In Kitchen • Walk-In Closets • Large Balconies • Seniors Social Club • Whirlpool, Sauna • Seasonal Pool • Laundry Facilities • Covered Parking Available • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

1& 2 Bdrm Suites 226 213-3292 226 213-3293 226 213-3294

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• 5 GE Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Independent heating/cooling • Exercise Room • Whirlpool, Sauna • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Huge Balconies • Park Location • Underground Parking • Ensuite Bath • Across from Rose Garden • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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www.drewloholdings.com

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Family Built, Owned & Managed 20

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Beaverbrook Towers 1420, 1440 & 1460 Beaverbrook Rd. Luxuriously Oversized 1 & 2 Bedroom Sites

Have an active lifestyle? Come live with us! • Located in Oakridge Crossing – NW London (Beaverbrook & Capulet Near Oxford & Wonderland)

• • • • • • • • • • • •

2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry Individual Central Air & Heating Controls Oversized Balconies phone, internet and satellite available in unit Exercise Room Indoor saltwater pool, Whirlpool & Sauna Controlled Entry/Cameras Covered Parking Available On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping Barrier free access at entrance Electronic Key FOB entry system

Salt Water Pool Pavilion Cardio MaChineS WeightS SARNIA RD.

N PROUDFOOT LANE

CAPULET LANE

WONDERLAND RD. N.

BEAVERBROOK AVE.

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

CaLL 519-488-2439 or 519-488-6956 or 226-213-3281 Or CaLL Our LOndOn rentaL agent at 226-213-3298

OXFORD ST. W.

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Capulet Towers I, II, III & IV

The New Art of Fine Living!

MOVE-IN BONUS!

noW oPen! • Ideally located in Northwest London-in Oakridge Crossing (Beaverbrook & Capulet

50 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3284

Near Oxford & Wonderland)

Great Views of City

60 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3283

• Granite Kitchen Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances are available on upper floors (70

New Unit Style Available: 1 Bedroom + Den

70 Capulet Lane • 519-488-2460

London's First Non-Smoking Building: 1 & 2 Bdrms

& 80 Capulet) • 1, 1 Bedroom + Den or 2 Bedroom Suites • 2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms • 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry

80 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3285 Granite Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances Available

graNItE StaINlESS StEEl applIaNcES NOw aVaIlaBlE!

• Individual Air Conditioning & Heating Controls • Oversized Balconies • Exercise Room • Indoor Saltwater Pool, Whirlpool and Sauna • Controlled Entry/Cameras • Covered Parking Available • On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping •

phone, internet and satellite available in unit

MODEl at 80 capUlEt OpEN DaIly 10aM-6pM

call our london rental agent at 226-213-3298

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Massive Units in a Great Location with River and Park-Like Views Windermere Place 655 & 665 Windermere Rd.

1 2

• 3 or 5 Appliances & Bdrm Suites • Eat-in Kitchen • Exercise Room and Penthouses • Sauna, Whirlpool • Indoor Saltwater Pool 226-213-3289 • Controlled Underground 226-213-3288 Parking • Lobby/Parking Cameras • Minutes to Shopping, Banks, Theatres & Restaurants at Masonville • Minutes to University Hospital & University of Western Ontario • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Enjoy a wonderful park-like setting along the Thames River

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

Windermere Rd.

1 2 3

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

Windermere Rd. 655, 665 & 675 Windermere Rd. Huron St.

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• 5 Appliances & & Bdrm Suites Ensuite Laundry • Individual Central Air & or Bdrm with Den Heating Controls • 2 Baths in 2 or 3 226-213-3290 Bedroom Models • Controlled Entry/Cameras • Oversized Balconies • Sauna, Whirlpool • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Indoor Parking, Bicycle Storage • On Bus Route, Close to Shopping • Exercise Room • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Adelaide St. N.

675 Windermere Rd.

Windermere by the river

Huron St.

Thames River

Adelaide St. N.

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655, 665 & 675 Windermere Rd.

Along the Upper Banks of the Thames River

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finances

Renting Versus Owning B y Gai l Vaz -Ox lade

One isnâ€™t better than the other. Whether you rent or own is a matter of personal preference and lifestyle.

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finances

The housing market has gone wild

miscellaneous expenses that you don’t

People who relocate for work are often

in much of the country recently and

pay if you are renting. Assume five

better off as renters because they don’t

every time real estate looks like a good

percent of the purchase price on the

have to worry about the horrendous

“investment” people start questioning

home.

home acquisition and disposal costs (selling commissions alone average six

whether they should make the jump First-and-last-months’-rent is also

per cent). Unless you get lucky and the

a ways smaller than the typical

value of the home you purchased goes

There’s someThing AbouT money

downpayment on a home.

up by at least 10 per cent, you’ll be losing

Did you see that? Did you? The question

Of course, all that has to be balanced off

moved from the issue of “shelter” to the

against the fact that no matter how small

Buying a home in a neighborhood

issue of “profit”. That’s because people

the principal portion of your mortgage

you don’t know well is one of the top

often believe that a home is a good

is (and it’s miniscule in the early years),

mistakes home buyers make. If you’re

investment. Unfortunately, and I speak

as long as the market is stable or rising,

new in town, you may be better of

from experience, this isn’t always so. I

homeowners are building equity and

renting a house for six months or a year

was one of those people who bought

increasing their net worth with every

to get a feel for it. If you like living there

into the market during the boom of the

mortgage payment. And that money is

and you like your neighbors, you’ll feel

1980s only to watch my equity evaporate

earned tax-free since with the principal

much more comfortable signing on the

when the real estate bubble burst.

residence exemption the capital gains on

dotted line later on.

from renters to home owners.

money.

the sale of a home is zip, zero, zilch.

sTeAdy As she goes

While the money is one of the considerations - and it’s a pretty

iT’s A Wonderful life

Your employment prospects should be

complex one - it shouldn’t be the only

When I was in my 20s, I lived in a

pretty stable before you consider buying

consideration. That being said, if you’re

neighbourhood that was suited to a

your own home. Home ownership

going to make this decision, you have to

single girl hell bent on a good time.

requires a number of regular payments

look at the dollars and cents.

Back then renting was the perfect

- the mortgage, property taxes, utilities,

solution: one of limited responsibilities

maintenance, and insurance. Missing

First there’s the straight calculation

and commitment. If a window broke, I

any of these payments can trigger dire

that compares the cost of carrying your

called the landlord. If the fridge stopped

consequences.

own home (your principal and interest

working, I called the landlord. Renting is

payments and property taxes) with the

virtually a worry-free existence. (All this

There are a number of financial factors

cost of renting. Sometimes that comes

is assuming you have a decent landlord).

that will weigh in when it comes to

out a wash, which immediately brings

the rent versus buy question. But the

people to the conclusion that renting

Home ownership is a pain in the

decision involves much more than

sucks.

rump, make no mistake. There’s always

just running the numbers. You’ve also

something that needs fixing. But home

got to look at the emotional rewards

Hang on now; there are some other

ownership also brings a tonne of warm,

and challenges of each alternative. I’ve

factors. Renters aren’t responsible for

fuzzy feelings. It means you can put

been a renter and I’ve been an owner

maintenance. Generally the older the

down roots. You have complete control of

and overall I like home-ownership

home, the higher the maintenance.

your environment so, yes, you can paint

more. Course, like the weather and my

A good rule of thumb is to estimate

your living room red. And if you’re handy

underwear, that could change. Who

maintenance costs to be three to five

around the house and enjoy puttering

knows what the future holds.

percent of the home’s value per year.

about, you’ve just secured yourself years

So a house worth $200,000 would

of weekend entertainment.

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on The roAd AgAin

You also need to consider “closing costs”:

upwardly mobile and constantly on the

legal fees, land transfer tax, and other

move in your career? Stick with renting.

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London - Northwest

18813

London - Northeast

600 Grenfell Drive

Prime North London Location

• 3 Appliances • Controlled Entry • On-Site Laundry • Parking • Short walk to all conveniences • Close to additional shopping & services at Masonville Mall Rental Office:

519-645-2378 18845

Your complete rental source.

Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Condominium Suites

519-668-7368 www.larlyn.com email:

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BEST PRICE

Utilities & Parking Included

BIGGEST UNITS ONE MONTH FREE RENT $300 CASH BACK!!!

Call 24/7 before August 31st

ADELAIDE ST. N KIPPS LANE

740-754 Kipps Lane

1 Bedroom (685 sq. ft.)

599

RENTED

2 Bedroom (943 sq. ft.)

689

RENTED

599

RENTED

756-758 Kipps Lane

1 Bedroom (685 sq. ft.)

2 Bedroom (943 sq. ft.)

739

03909

Adelaide St.

Windermere Rd.

Kipps Lane Huron St.

669 $ 739 $

669

STILL AVAILABLE STILL AVAILABLE

STILL AVAILABLE

5 buildings to choose from • Some dishwasher/2 washrooms Phone:

226.270.0548

Open House on the weekends

For further information about our amenities, please visit our website.

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Transform a room inexpensively with paint

he experts at Benjamin Moore suggest it’s time to refresh our homes with paint. Sharon Grech, the company’s colour and design expert explains how transforming the look with paint is a budget friendly way to update an interior:

1) “Paint has such transformative power,” she begins.“With a bit of planning and some elbow grease it can completely update a room’s look without breaking the bank. You might not change your paint colour every season, but if you’re influenced by spring, look at fresh, soft colours like Hidden Cove or Sweet Cream. Both are easily accented by fashion forward pastels like Sagebrush or Lime Sherbet.”

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More advice on this topic can be found online at BenjaminMoore.ca or by visiting a local retailer. NC

2) Who doesn’t love beautiful art for the walls? Big, beautiful pieces can make a huge impact, but can also be costly. A great alternative is to hang a mirror with a stylish frame. A mirror can fill the wall with a decorative accent while reflecting light and opening up the space. It’s a designer trick that’s been used for years and doesn’t cost a fortune.

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London - Southeast 33219

2228 OR 2230 TRAFALGAR STREET

(near Hwy 100 in London)

RENOVATED SUITES

• Dishwasher, fridge & stove • Contemporary decor

1, 2 & 3

• Convenience to 401 • Parking

bedroom suites

• Hardwood floors

690

• 24 hour Surveillance

From

• Natural gas fireplace

Bonaventure

+ utilities

Meadows

WASHER & DRYER IN SUITE OUTDOOR POOL

For more information call:

519-659-6629 email:

bonaventuremeadows@rogers.com London - Southeast

Riverwest

Comfortable Townhomes 1199/1203 Hamilton Rd. E.

519-808-1773

Trafalgar St.

• 1.5 Bathrooms

• Finished Rec

• 5 Appliances • Single Car Garage • Central Air

Room

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Gore Rd.

• Some backing onto golf Course

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Clarke Rd.

• Gas Fireplace

e. N. Highbury Av

• 3 Bedroom

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London - Southwest

SIFTON TOWNHOMES We Simplify Your Lifestyle SPACIOUS 2, 3 & 4 BEDROOM TOWN HOMES FROM

905

GAS HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

PARK-LIKE SETTING WITH EXPANSIVE, MANICURED LAWNS, SHADE TREES AND GARDENS WITH PLAYGROUNDS SPACIOUS SUITES INCLUDE:

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED WITHIN MINUTES TO:

• Selected Sunken Living Rooms

• Shopping, Schools, Parks & Churches

• Fireplaces • Hardwood Floors

• Professional Services

• Patios • In-suite Storage

• Public Transit

500 Berkshire Drive

519-471-4590

Experience. The Difference.

Email:

rent@sifton.com • www.sifton.com

Call or visit the Rental Office as shown on map

COMMISSIONERS RD. WESTMOUNT MALL

McMASTER DR.

DR. RENTAL OFFICE

TEEPLE TERRACE

18665

Sifton’s Rental Office:

SPRINGBANK

BERK SHIRE DR IVE

• Easy access to Springbank Park, The Thames River, City of London Cycle & Walking Paths

• FREE membership to Berkshire Club with indoor pool, weight room, outdoor pool & sauna

WONDERLAND RD.

• FREE parking, some private garage

BERKSHIRE VILLAGE

WESTMOUNT VILLAGE SOUTHDALE RD.

London – Southwest

18807

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LAST MONTH'S RENT IS DEFERRED & $300 TENANT REFERRAL*

New Owners and Management

Bright & Spacious Suites in Highland Village Four impressive high-rise buildings offering you more than enough living space for your needs. Some of our units have 12 foot ceilings, and some come equipped with dishwashers, and great views of London. Great access to public transportation and Highway 401. Close to Montanaâ€™s, Shoppers Drug Mart, East Side Marios, Tim Hortons, White Oaks Mall and Victoria Hospital.

Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from $675 Visit our rental offices or call to make an appointment to see your new home! 501 Wilkins Street: 226-270-0083 200 Sandringham Cres: 226-270-0084

Wilkins St.

Wellington Rd.

Upper Queen St.

Commissioners Rd.

Sandringham Cres. Southdale Rd.

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625-685 Wonderland Road South - Village Green

1590 Ernest Ave. at Bradley Ave. - White Oaks "Oak Pointe Estates" Think about the $ you’ll save Includes Heat & Water

Includes Heat, Water & Hydro

1 & 2 Bedroom Condominium Suites • 3 Appliances • Controlled Entry

• Conveniently Located within Walking Distance to Westmount Mall

• Ample Parking

Featuring 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Condominium Suites • Fridge & Stove

• Common Area Upgrades

• Dishwasher

• Walk to White Oaks Mall, Schools, Aquatic Centre

• Light Fixtures • Vinyl Flooring • Carpet

Rental Office:

519-630-5079

Rental Office:

• Minutes from Hwy 401 & Hwy 402

519-668-7368

519-668-7368 www.larlyn.com

email:

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18846

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apartment living at its finest Highview Glen

80 & 90 Highview Ave. e. Wharncliffe & Commissioners

1 & 2 Bedrooms from $

838

Utilities Included Call

laundry facilities air conditioner on-site staff controlled entry balconies

One Month Free

• • • • •

Commissioners Rd E

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• fully equipped fitness centre & sauna • individual climate control • ensuite storage • 3 appliances

Base Line Rd E

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Country Living – 5 Minutes from Downtown & LHSC!

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519.851.1537

Highview Ave E

Highland RIDGe 9 Commissioners Rd. e. Wharncliffe & Commissioners

1 & 2 Bedrooms from $

868

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Scrumpdillyicious

LesLie styLes, foodie & traveL aficionado, shares some deLicious dishes found on her traveLs around the worLd.

Lemon BLueBerry cupcakes with mint directions For the Fritters

Preheat oven to 350Â°F. Line two 12-cup muffin pans with paper liners. Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda into large bowl. In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter and oil until combined. Add the eggs and whisk to blend. Then whisk in the buttermilk, milk, vanilla extract, and peel. Next, add the buttermilk mixture to dry ingredients, and whisk just to blend. Stir in the frozen blueberries, then divide the batter among the muffin cups. Bake the cupcakes until a tester inserted into the centre comes out clean, about 23 minutes. Transfer the cupcakes to racks and let cool. For the frosting, combine the first five ingredients together in medium bowl. Add 4 teaspoons of milk. Using an electric mixer, beat until the mixture is well blended and fluffy, adding more milk by teaspoonfuls if dry, about four minutes.

luffy, moist and bursting with bright flavours, these luscious lemon blueberry cupcakes, slathered with an amazingly rich, delectably smooth and pillowy buttercream frosting, are like sunshine on a plate. Garnished with a rain of fresh blueberries and a sprig of aromatic mint, itâ€™s no small wonder why cupcakes have become such a culinary phenomenon. The secret to this delicious recipe? Freezing the berries before adding them to the batter which prevents them from sinking to the bottom and discoloring the cupcakes. Everyone loves a cupcake, and these perfect bitesize treats are sure to make every occasion a celebration. ingredients Makes 24 cupcakes Cupcakes: 3 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1 1/4 cups sugar 1 tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp coarse kosher salt TheRentersGuide.ca 1/4 tsp baking soda 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup canola oil 2 large eggs 1 cup buttermilk or low-fat yogurt 1 cup whole milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1TheRentersGuide.ca tbsp lemon zest 1 1/4 cups fresh blueberries, frozen four hours

Frosting: 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar 10 tbsp (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons maple sugar 1/2 tsp coarse kosher salt 1 1/4 tsp vanilla extract 4 tsp (or more) whole milk 1 cup chilled fresh blueberries Fresh mint sprigs

To decorate, spread the frosting over top of the cupcakes, and garnish with chilled berries and little sprigs of mint sprigs.

Leslie Styles is president ofTheRentersGuide.ca Styles Design Inc., a Toronto-based branding and communications agency, and author of Scrumpdillyicious, a food & travel blog dedicated to all things delicious. She can be reached at stylesdesign.net and scrumpdillyicious. blogspot.com

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London - Central

Boutique Style Apartment Homes 544 Talbot Street

519-808-1773 1 & 2 Bedrooms

with balcon

ies

• 6 appliances • Secured underground parking • Close to Victoria Park, • Grand Theatre, Richmond Row • 24 hour Onsite Management • Exercise room • Ensuites

Albert St. Richm ond St.

Talbot St.

Ridout S t. N.

Kent St.

Ayerswood Development Corporation August 3 - 17, 2013

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luxury living Downtown

• Indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna & exercise room • 5 appliances with ensuite washer/dryer • Individual heating & air conditioning

furnished suites Available!

• Underground parking • On-site management

• Minutes from entertainment, shops & restaurants, Budweiser Gardens and The Covent Garden Market

1 bdrm suites

from

2 bdrm suites

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inclusive inclusive

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Please contact Pat O’Leary:

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1500 $ 1800

1 bdrm furnished suites from

Colborne Place – 340 Colborne street Phone:

849 $ 995 $

17199

• Spacious suites

Email: pat@fhc.ca London - Central

Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views

Ridout Place

536 Ridout Street

• Across from Harris Park • 2 Bedroom with 2 Baths • 5 GE Appliances • Ensuite Laundry • Ensuite Storage • Individual Storage • Exercise/Common Room • Walk to Budweiser Gardens or Market • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Kingswell Towers 433 King Street

• 5 Appliances • Ensuite Laundry & Storage • Lobby/Parking Cameras • Individual Heat & Air • Sauna, Whirlpool • Exercise Room • Underground Parking • Walk to Galleria • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

1& 2 Bdrm Suites

and Penthouses

226-213-3286

226-213-3287

433 King St.

536 Ridout St.

Waterloo

Dufferin Ave, Richmond St.

King York

433

Dundas St.

Burwell st.

Talbot

536

Colborne

Kent

Downtown Convenience Ridout St N.

No Car = $500 Bonus!

Wellington

Albert

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London – Central

Live it UP DOWNtOWN! CitY PLACe - towers i & ii 519.488.6889 310 Dundas Street 405 Waterloo Street 519.488.6838

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• Individual A/C & Heating Controls • 2 Baths in 2 Bdrm Models • Controlled Entry/Cameras • Oversized Balconies • Indoor Parking, Bicycle Storage • On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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Stratford

295 Willow Street

Near Ontario St. & C. H Meier Blvd.

Stratford $100 OFF 1st MONtHs RENt*

One Bedrooms from $800 Two Bedrooms from $825 Located on the east side of Stratford, within walking distance to shopping and many other amenities. Controlled entrance in well-maintained building. Contact our Leasing Representative today to book your showing:

519-273-6837 Devon St.

Babb Cres.

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Stratford

192 Kemp Crescent McCarthy & Graff

519.273.6141

Located Beside Lovely Park 1 bedrooms from

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$750 $825

McCarthy Rd.

Mornington & Graff

519.273.6141

Water & Heat Included 1 bedrooms from

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$750 $800 • Clean and well-kept units • Landscaped Grounds

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Sarnia

Pick Your View: Park, Bay or Lake Gorgeous Views of Lake Huron, Sarnia Yacht Club & Canatara Park

Marina Park Place Spacious, Bright & Sunny!

30508

1295 Sandy Lane

1, 2& 3

Bedroom Suites

491-2912

• 5 Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Eat-in Kitchen • Exercise Room • Controlled Entry/ Cameras • Large Ensuite Storage • Additional Storage Lockers Available • Indoor Saltwater Pool, Whirlpool & Sauna • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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• 5 Appliances Including Ensuite Laundry • Individually Controlled Heat & AC • Exercise Room • Whirlpool, Sauna, • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Huge Balconies • Lobby/Parking cameras • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Lake Huron 1295 1285 1275

Front St.

1285 Sandy Lane

• Affordably Priced • Eat-in Kitchen w/3 Appliances • Individually Controlled Heat & A/C • Laundry Facilities 519 • Exercise Room • Whirlpool, Sauna • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Huge Balconies • Lobby/Parking Cameras • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Sandy Lane

1275 Sandy Lane

Michigan Ave.

Hwy 402

1, 2& 3

Bedroom Suites 519

491-2916

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What Does Value Mean To You? Sarnia

Nottingham Towers

wellington & MoDelanD

Pontiac Court Apts Woodstone & Townhomes Apartments

Pier 100

SanDy lane

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Spacious Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Spacious 1 Bedroom Suites 2 Bedroom Suites 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes

Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Water included Controlled access Public transit nearby Modern laundry equipment Close to 402 and Blue Water Bridge Across from YMCA Outdoor tennis court Covered parking available

Peaceful, sedate environment Gorgeous views of Lake Huron & Blue Water Bridge Utilities included Controlled access Public transit at doorstep Modern laundry equipment Storage available Minutes from Bayside Mall & Lambton Mall Across from Canatara Park Close to 402 Ample parking available

Townhomes have 1.5 baths and laundry Seasonal pool Tennis court Party room Modern laundry equipment Storage available Controlled access Ample parking available

Utilities included Controlled access Public transit nearby Modern laundry equipment Storage available Walk to Lambton Mall Across from park Close to 402 and Blue Water Bridge Ample parking available

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56 & 64 Finch Drive

1255 Sandy lane

1202 - 1273 Pontiac Crt

1148 & 1150 afton Dr

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

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Go vertical or go home

use the wall to store it all by hellen buttigieg

learing clutter and putting everything away can be a challenge when you don’t have enough storage space. You’ve got to be creative in finding new places to store things, because closets and furniture will only get you so far. Take advantage of your condo’s height. Use the wall to store it all, and make a statement with decorative shelving and storage possibilities.

Go vertical or Go home. When you’ve run out of storage space, lie on the floor and look up. There is a limited amount of horizontal space (countertops, desks, tables and the floor) but vertical space is abundant and often overlooked. Consider putting shelves above door frames or around the perimeter of the room, like a border. Hang things from the ceiling in the kitchen. When purchasing armoires, bookcases or shelving units, choose the tallest you can find and put baskets on top of them. clear up valuable tabletop space. We all have a limited amount of counter and tabletop space, but our wall space is often under-utilized. By hanging photos and framing special mementos in shadow boxes on the wall, you’ll free up space on your tabletops and create a lesscluttered, more-spacious look. runninG out of kitchen-cabinet space? If your kitchen supplies exceed your cabinet space, consider mounting a metal rail to your wall. Use hooks (usually included with a rail) to hang everything from utensils to TheRentersGuide.ca hand towels. This attractive storage solution gives you easy access to your items and utilizes previously unused wall space. Make the most of ceiling space. Rather than putting up a wallpaper border, install shelves a foot or so below the

ceiling around the perimeter of your children’s rooms. On them, display prized belongings and collectables. This gets your treasures out of the closet where they take up valuable space, yet still allows the kids to enjoy them.

adjust your storaGe systems. A common misconception is that once you have organized your entire home, you’re done. However, organizing is a process, not a destination. As your interests change, so will your organizing systems. Put some time aside to tweak existing systems on a regular basis – especially when you experience a lifestyle change. avoid shampoo overload in the bath. For a more streamlined look in your bath or shower, consider attaching wall-mounted soap and shampoo dispensers. This will eliminate the sticky mess of shampoos, soaps and lotions crowding the bath or shower, contributing to a more serene, spa-like space.

store maGazines creatively. When looking for interesting ways to store magazines, think outside the box. As a creative alternative to a magazine stand, consider using a ladder. Propped up against a wall, a ladder is an interesting way to display magazines and make use of otherwise wasted vertical space. Hellen Buttigieg, CPO, is a Certified Professional Organizer, life coach, TV host, author and owner of We Organize U. Visit her website, weorganizeu.com, for a free e-Book on how to find more time, energy and inner peace. Contact Hellen at TheRentersGuide.ca 905.829.2219 or info@weorganizeu.com

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Woodstock

These Oversized Units with Amazing Amenities Overlook Pittock Lake & Conservation Area!

Lakeside Estates IV 900 Chieftain St., Woodstock

• 5 Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Sauna/Whirlpool • Exercise Room • Underground Parking • Secured Entry

• Seniors Club • Lobby/Parking Cameras • Individually Controlled Heat & A/C • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

• 5 Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Indoor Swimming Pool & Whirlpool • Exercise Room & Sauna • Eat-in Kitchen • Additional Storage Lockers

Available • Huge Balconies • Underground Parking • Seniors Club • Lobby/Parking Cameras

• 5 Appliances • Eat-in Kitchen • Individually Controlled Heat & A/C • En-Suite Laundry & Storage • Exercise Room

• Whirlpool, Sauna • Indoor Swimming Pool • Underground Parking • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

1,2 & 3

Bedroom Suites 226

242-0064

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800 Chieftain St., Woodstock

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phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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600/700 Chieftain St., Woodstock

1,2 & 3

Bedroom Suites 226 226

242-0061 242-0062

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519-539-0233

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Windsor

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3655 Sandwich St. 519.564.2745 Bachelors 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

hydro included One Month Free rent

$519 $579 $739

3-storey walk-up • Close to the University of Windsor For further information about our amenities, please visit our website.

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Ouellette AVeNue teCuMSeH ROAd 1616 Ouellette Avenue

WINdSOR COuRt APARtMeNtS Hanna St. E.

W. Ouellette Ave.

Tecumseh Rd. Dougall Ave.

1616 Ouellette Ave. 519.564.2745 1 Bedrooms $499 2 Bedrooms $599 3 Bedrooms $799 Apartment Amenities: • Freshly painted units • Hardwood floors in all units • Tiles in kitchen

• Comfortable living and dining room • Plenty of closet space

Building Amenities: • One day lease approval • Hydro extra • Mail room on 1st floor • Pet friendly • On-site laundry (4 washers, 4 dryers)

• Secured entry • Phone intercom security • 24 hr. emergency maintenance • Underground parking available • Recycling program available

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Windsor

Wyandotte Street eaSt Lauzon road 6460 Wyandotte Street east

6460 Wyandotte St. e. 519.564.2745 Bachelors 1 Bedrooms

$519 $579

Wyandotte St. E.

Lauzon Rd.

MayFaIr aPtS

Jefferson Blvd.

Riverside Dr. E.

one Month Free rent! Construction Special!

3-storey walk-up

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Kitchener

Queen Margaret Place I & II

The Regency

QueeN & MArgAret

QueeN & weber

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms Penthouse

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Eat-in kitchens Underground parking Indoor pool/sauna/exercise equipment Laundry facilities Utilities included On bus route Walk to Farmers Market/Centre in the Square/downtown Close to everything that matters!

Fireplace Downtown location Insuite laundry 5 appliances Fitness room / exercise equipment Underground parking On bus route Walk to Centre in the Square Close to everything that matters!

100 Queen St. N. & 11 Margaret Ave.

57 Queen St. N.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

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519-579-7710

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The Premium Choice in Rental Living Margaret Place

02714

Live at Kitchener's Finest Highrise

I You Don't Have To Give Up Space

1 bedroomS from $1003 2 bedroomS from $1289

305 & 315 Margaret Avenue

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Cook up a whole new look

for your kitChen

e spend hours in the kitchen socializing, keeping the family organized, and, of course, cooking and eating. As the centre of the homeâ€™s activities, the kitchen should be as fun as it is functional. With just a few supplies and a free weekend, you can cook up a whole new look for your kitchen. TheRentersGuide.ca

Warm up the walls Changing the colour and texture of walls is an easy way to add some spice to any kitchen. Paint the walls a deep red or blue for a dramatic look, or make your space feel light and airy with a coat of sunny yellow or subtle taupe. Feel free to experiment with decorative painting techniques, such as stripes, geometric patterns or textured finishes. After youâ€™ve freshened up the colour and texture of your walls, express your TheRentersGuide.ca personal style through a few new accessories. An antique clock, a picture

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collage or shelves with colourful canisters are decorative, as well as functional.

Change up the cabinets Liven up basic cupboards by switching the hardware – it’s a simple way to give your existing cabinets a whole new look. Use crystal knobs for a vintage touch, or add stainless steel handles for an ultra-modern, sleek appearance. And, don’t forget about the functional aspect of your cupboards - install shelf liner to ensure cabinets stay clean and well-maintained. Shelf liner protects cabinet shelves and drawers from wear and tear, prevents scratches and keeps spills or drips from damp dishes from causing damage to surfaces. “I recommend using shelf liner in any kitchen renovation project,” says Danny Lipford, home improvement expert and host of the Today’s Homeowner with Danny Lipford television series. “It’s simple for any homeowner to install and can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth or thrown in the washing machine. My favourite is Easy Liner from Duck brand - it offers an array of non-adhesive and adhesive shelf liners that are stylish and practical for use in any kitchen.” The most popular variety, Smooth Top Easy Liner has a smooth surface that catches messes and spills as they happen, making clean-up a breeze, while the non-slip, gripped underside keeps the liner firmly in place.

Transform your table Create a delightful dining space with a few changes to your kitchen table. Use a staple gun and a bright fabric to recover your chairs, making items you already own look like new additions to your home. You can even create a new tablecloth using the leftover fabric. TheRentersGuide.ca Then, design your very own placemats using Smooth Top Easy Liner for a decorative touch that’s easy to wipe clean as well as replace.

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Make sure to add a chic centrepiece – a vase of fresh flowers, a glass bowl filled with fruit or a collection of candlesticks – to transform your existing tabletop and create a focal point for guests as they enter the room.

Brighten the basics Adding colour from floor to ceiling is a great way to improve the overall feel of your kitchen. To start, try adding accessories to areas of your kitchen that feel blase. Bring in colour at the highest points of the kitchen by adding faux plants or interesting knickknacks to the space above cabinets. Then, look low and consider the floor. Placing a colourful area rug beneath the table can bring additional interest and colour to the kitchen, while also protecting the floor against scratches. Window treatments are another effective, eye-catching way to make any kitchen pop, whether you’re adding new valances, cornices or even long panels. When choosing fabrics, make a statement with bright colours, or choose an unexpected, bold pattern for a contemporary approach. Sophisticated stripes, pretty plaids or fun florals are also a nice choice for kitchens. Follow these tips to make your kitchen as chic as your dinner is delicious - you’ll create a flavorful design that will TheRentersGuide.ca look good enough to eat. ARA

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Two Great Choices in Kitchener

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Rosedale Park Apartments Ottawa and Homer Watsom 185 Kehl Street

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Fallowfield Towers

YOUR CHOICE 141 Fallowfield Drive Smoking FRiEnDLY BuiLDing!

161 Fallowfield Drive non-Smoking BuiLDing!

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Kitchener 03237

FAIRVIEW TOWERS Apartments Spacious Luxury Suites

• 1030+ Square Foot Suites

• Premium floor coverings throughout

3189 King Street East Kitchener, Ontario

• All Suites have 1.5 Bathrooms

• Close to Highway 401 & Expressway

• Very Quiet, Distinctive Building

• Monitored, Secure Entry

• Private Balconies • New kitchen cupboards complete with granite countertops and 4 stainless steel appliances

• Underground Parking Available • Natural Area with Picnic Tables • Friendly Office & Building Managers On-Site

2 Bedroom Deluxe Suites from

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UTILITIES INCLUDED!

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Capitol Hill Apartments Its your home

SUITES AVAILABLE

1.877.987.4385 10 & 11 Overlea Drive Kitchener, Ontario

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Waterloo

Newly Renovated Chic New Designs

1 & 2 bedroom suites throughout Waterloo & Kitchener! Call Our Rental Hotline 226-972-5256 ASK ABOUT OUR AMAZING INCENTIVES!

• Full Stainless Steel Appliances • Upgraded Energy Efficient • Modern Laminate Flooring Throughout Lighting Throughout • Open Concept Kitchens • Close to all amenities

137 University Avenue, Waterloo

519-635-1240 200 Shakespeare Drive, Waterloo

519-496-8837 400 Parkside Drive, Waterloo

519-496-8490 383 Albert Street, Waterloo

519-635-9549 545-565 Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener

519-635-9604 100, 120 & 170 Old Carriage Drive, Kitchener

519-573-3000

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Waterloo

SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM PODIUM

Apartment

03200

Apartments at 170 Erb St. W.

Very Quiet Building, Close to Universities & Shopping

Available September 1st, 2013

2 Bedroom

1335

Utilities and outside parking Included Please Call

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insideradvice of colourful plants and hanging baskets of fruit, vegetables and herbs designed especially for small spaces. Many landlords encourage residents to garden on their balconies and even have competitions with prizes. All you need is about three or four hours of sunshine, say the experts. It’s best to avoid excessively heavy planters and be respectful of your neighbour below when watering. If you’re planning to entertain on your balcony, say cocktails and watching fireworks on the long weekend, just reduce the noise level after 11pm. If you’re watching from the roof garden, don’t bring glass upstairs. If your balcony doesn’t hold all your friends, reserve a patio table at your local pub or bistro. This way, you won’t have to worry about running out of refreshments. Installing a window air conditioner is fine too. Check with your building representative. Units that are installed from a bedroom window (without balcony) may require a specific contractor to ensure the safety of those below. If your hydro is included in your rent, your landlord may charge an additional fee for the seasonal hydro useage. Depending on your exposure, you can keep the temperature down in your apartment by closing the blinds or drapes, avoiding the use of your stove (try a toaster oven) keeping the lights off and try a ceiling fan.

Summer Time And the apartment living is easy! By Sheryl Erenberg

ong day at work, long walk from the subway, it’s humid and you’re tired. You can’t wait to jump into that great pool in your apartment community! You’ll chill on a deck chair for a while after your swim and bring down a burger to grill on one of the shared propane barbecues for tenants’ use. Some of your friends in the building will already be at a picnic table chowing down, but you’ll bring a blanket just in case. After TheRentersGuide.ca dinner, you’ll all stroll over to the local gelato place. Apartment communities offer many summer amenities. Yours might have garden plots where you can grow your own veggies for the season. If not, there’s always balcony gardening, which has become a huge sensation. Almost every nursery now sells wind-resistant, drought resistant varieties TheRentersGuide.ca

Don’t miss your building’s annual gathering. Many landlords now host a summer barbecue as a way of saying thanks for your business. It’s a great way to meet your neighbours and avoid cooking a meal yourself! If you prefer more “me” time, take a backpack and load a book, blanket, sandwich, sunscreen, water and your favourite tunes. Head over to your local park and enjoy a sunny afternoon of leisure. The season is short here. Why not make the most of it?

Sheryl Erenberg is president of Sheryl Erenberg and Associates. Her marketing consulting firm has advised hundreds of developers and landlords over the past three decades. The company TheRentersGuide.ca specializes in repositioning stigmatized properties and marketing under-performing communities. sherylerenberg.com

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King & Weber -単 110 Dixon St. $900 + Hydro. 2 bdrm, 1 bath, living room, Hrdwd flrs, balcony and porch. Accepting working professional tenants. Seeking quiet, clean non-smokers, with no dogs. Call 519-634-9000 or email hiemanst@yahoo.com

ROCKWAY PARK & -HWY401 - 96 Dixon street Living Room,hrdwd floors 1 Bath, backyard, Lndry on lower level. Secured front door entry. Only mature, working professional tenants will be considered. Seeking quiet, clean, non-smokers, with no dogs.Please Call or 519-634-9000 Email hiemanst@yahoo.com

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Frederick & Weber -St - Private Office space for rent, All inclusive located in central Kitchener with close proximity to new court house and close access to Highway 8 and 401. Ideal workspace for legal or financial professionals. Please Email hiemanst@yahoo.com

ROCKWAY DRIVE & -DOON ROAD 2 Bdrm apt in a quiet clean, owner maintained 6-plex, Rockway area. Large, bright rooms, hardwood flrs, eat-in kitchen, balcony,new appliances. Controlled entrance, laundry, parking. $780+ hydro. No Pets. Avail September 1st (519)576-1251

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ROCKWAY PARK & -HWY401 - 110 Dixon street Living Room hrdwd floors1 Bath, Kitchen viewing backyard, Lndry on lower level. Secured front door entry. Only mature, working professional tenants will be considered. Seeking quiet, clean, non-smokers, with no dogs. Please call or 519-634-9000 Email hiemanst@yahoo.com

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Office Space for -Lease - Now Available at $550/mo. Located in close prox to new downtown Kitchener court house. Ideal for a Financial Professional, Lawyer and Counsellor.Payment Type: Monthly payments (Minimum, 1 year lease) call 519-496-7016

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Homer Watson & -HWY 8 - 206 Heiman Street Living Room, hrdwd floors 1 Bath, Lndry on lower level. Secured front door entry. Only mature, working professional tenants will be considered. Seeking quiet, clean, non-smokers, with no dogs. Please Call or 519-634-9000 Email hiemanst@yahoo.com

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RIVERSIDE & WONDERLAND -(LONDON) Fully Furnished 2 rooms for rent $350 each Sep entry, Large Kitchen, 3 Appliances, Television, utils Included Lndry negotiable, Out of town professional & students Welcome. No smoke/pets Avail Immed Call (519)473-2417

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• Five appliances • Individually controlled heat & air • Large eat-in kitchen & dining area • Ensuite washroom in master bedroom • Very large social & recreation room

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