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Affinity Condominiums It’s in your nature A NATURAL CHOICE, AFFINITY
Condominiums are nestled in the revitalized community of Aldershot in Burlington where lush trees and foliage create a canopy above waterfront trails and parks, while nearby stores, services and transit provide a network of everything you need. Rosehaven Homes, known for building beautiful traditional homes in southern Ontario, are pushing the envelope and taking its attention to 12 YPNEXTHOME.CA
detail and long construction history to the world of the condominium. The two, six-storey buildings of Affinity will certainly be a fresh face for Plains Road East. “We feel these buildings truly relate to the unique needs of condo living,” says Heather Weeks, marketing manager at Rosehaven Homes. “We can’t wait to bring these innovative residences to Aldershot.” Contemporary in their architecture,
the modern buildings of Affinity are designed with active lifestyles in mind. There is a gym in each of the two buildings, making morning workouts a breeze. A party room and rooftop terrace are ideal for entertaining and it is easy to take a relaxing break in the peacefulness of the yoga room. Affinity has you covered from windup to wind-down. The one-bedroom, one-bedroom plus den, two-bedroom, and two-
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bedroom plus den units provide perfect launch pads for getting in the flow; and are the ultimate spots to land after a long day. Stylish, contemporary finishes decorate the interiors and thoughtfully-designed layouts make the most out of your space. Naturally, light is always top of mind in a Rosehaven-built home, and the windows of Affinity ensure you can truly let the outdoors in. Speaking of the outdoors, Affinity is surrounded by fresh-air opportunities. Step outside and instantly connect to recreation and activities – bike lanes, hiking trails, waterfront walks – it’s all here. It takes no time to discover that the neighbouring swimming pool, tennis courts, ice arena and sailing club are all around the corner and you’ll quickly become a professional birdwatcher when you head to the pathways that follow the tranquil shoreline of Lake Ontario. When it comes to getting to and from Affinity, the nearby GO Transit station provides easy commuting to the city while the local bus stops virtually at the front door, connecting riders to shopping, dining and the cultural highlights of Burlington and beyond. Affinity is a place where homeowners become one with their neighbourhood and surroundings. Be sure to register to find out more about Affinity Condos. After all, “it’s in your nature.” Register at affinitycondo.com MAR 26 - APR 9, 2016 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO 13
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VICTORIA VICTORIA’S FAMILY CALLS THEMSELVES THE UNLUCKY, LUCKY ONES. After four-year-old Victoria fell down the stairs, she was lucky to have a successful surgery at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and incredible support from her family and SickKids staff by her side. Prior to the incident, Victoria was a healthy child. She was happy with her daily routine - going to her grandparents’ house with her brother, Alexander, until her mom, Evelyn, came to pick her up from work. One evening, Victoria suddenly collapsed out of her uncle’s arms and fell down the stairs at her grandparents’ house. After she started vomiting at her grandparents’ house, Evelyn called the paramedics to take her to SickKids. The emergency room ordered an immediate CT scan and an MRI the next morning for a closer look. The scans revealed a brain tumour, later diagnosed as a juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma (JPA), even though Victoria never experienced any symptoms prior to her fall. JPA’s are one of the most common childhood tumour, but are usually identified following symptoms like headaches, vomiting and difficulty with muscle coordination. Luckily, SickKids houses one of Canada’s largest paediatric neurosurgical units specializing in treating children affected by brain and spinal cord illnesses such as brain tumours. Two weeks after the incident, on February 25, 2014, Victoria had surgery to remove the tumour. During the surgery, doctors found a cyst above the tumour, which they also successfully removed. Although Evelyn and her husband, Peter’s journey at SickKids was scary, Victoria seems to associate the hospital with chocolate milk. While fasting on the morning of surgery, she asked her dad if she could have some, but he told her the chocolate milk cow was still sleeping. Only five hours later, Victoria woke up in the Intensive Care Unit and asked for the chocolate milk, her mind sharp as ever. From when she fell until she went into surgery, Evelyn and Peter were concerned and had many unanswered questions about their daughter’s condition. “The support system at SickKids was incredible. Sometimes the doctors would answer our sudden questions within minutes over email,” Evelyn said. Since the surgery, Victoria visited SickKids six weeks later for a check-up. Since she has made a full recovery, she only needs to visit SickKids every six months for follow up appointments. Evelyn describes Victoria’s fall as one of the scariest moments of her life. Although Victoria’s condition was bad luck for the family, the successful surgery and recovery along with the supportive staff at SickKids shows how lucky they really are.
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pre-registration SIHLER WOODS By: Vanel Condominiums City: Simcoe Housing type: Spacious detached bungalow condos with ravine views vanel.ca
CENTRE SQUARE By: Homes by DeSantis City: Beamsville Housing type: Coming in April – boutique towns and freehold urban towns from the mid $200’s centresquare.ca
FALLINGWATERS By: Losani Homes City: Hamilton Mountain Housing type: Modern towns at the edge of the Escarpment from the mid $300’s losanifallingwaters.com
LEGACY ANCASTER By: Carriage Gate Homes Location: Ancaster Housing type: Limited collection of luxury custom homes on 50-, 55-, 60 and 66-ft. lots carriagegatehomes.com
TIFFANY HILL By: Rosehaven Homes, Homes by DeSantis & CDI Homes Location: Ancaster Housing type: Phase two – detached homes and freehold townhomes tiffanyhill.ca
AFFINITY CONDOMINIUMS By: Rosehaven Homes Location: Aldershot, Burlington Housing type: Two contemporary six-storey buildings with suites from 585 to 1,200 sq. ft., one-bedroom up to two-bedroom with den designs. Prices from the upper $200’s affinitycondo.com
STATIONWEST By: Adi Developments Location: Burlington Housing type: Coming soon – three-storey urban townhomes at Aldershot Go Station adidevelopments.com
PASSAGES ON THE CANAL By: Bayview-Wellington Homes Location: Welland Housing type: Coming soon – luxury freehold executive townhomes mypassages.ca
AVALON By: Empire Communities Location: Caledonia Housing type: Townhomes from $239,990 and detached homes from the mid $269,990 empireavalon.com
THE WOODLANDS ANCASTER By: Losani Homes City: Ancaster Housing type: Singles on forest court lots from the $500’s woodlandsancaster.com
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CREEKSHORE COMMON By: Mattamy Homes City: Oakville Housing type: Boutique condominiums and townhomes mattamyhomes.com
By: Mattamy Homes City: Waterdown Housing type: Now open – new 30- and 36-ft. detached designs mattamyhomes.com
WOODLANDS By: Mountainview Homes City: Niagara Falls Housing type: Single-detached and townhomes from $229,900 mountainview.com
AQUABLU By: Homes by DeSantis City: Grimsby Housing type: Condominium community of modern suites along the lake aquablucondo.com
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Spectacular views, four-star amenities define Burlington’s
Bridgewater Residences LAUDED AS A “ONCE IN A GENERATION” opportunity to live on the shores of Lake Ontario, Bridgewater Residences on the Lake, located at the base of Elizabeth Street at Lakeshore Road in picturesque Burlington, is now officially under construction. On March 16, 2016, a shovel filled with dirt signified the ground breaking for this incredible, game-changing lakefront structure, which features a luxurious residential condominium and a four-star hotel. “This is an exciting day, not only for our Bridgewater team but for all of Burlington,” says New Horizon Development Group president and Burlington resident Jeff Paikin. “The City of Burlington has earmarked Bridgewater as the City’s ‘landmark’ development for a reason – it will change the shape and scope of the Burlington Waterfront 22 YPNEXTHOME.CA
forever. Our team is particularly proud to be associated with this exciting endeavour.” The unobstructed views of the water are only the beginning. Inside, the structure offers rich finishes and hotel-style amenities, plus interiors and decor by internationally renowned Canadian designer Brian Gluckstein. Truly, the future of Bridgewater and those lucky enough to live here promises to be as graceful and timeless as the limitless blue horizon. The chance to build on a site as rare as this one meant designers and architects could let their imaginations soar. “The vision behind Bridgewater was to offer a worldclass development attached to a world-class hotel and have the two enhance each other, all while respecting the call of the water,” Paikin says. “The buildings are designed
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bwresidences.com to maximize the spectacular view. There’s only one way to ensure your view and that is to be right on the water, which our condominium owners will enjoy forever. Ranging in price from the $500’s to $3.5 million, this prestigious address is on track for occupancy in spring 2018. Residences are more than 70 per cent sold, but there’s still time to secure your home in this historical landmark, which marries this secondto-none location with incredible amenities. “The condominiums will have the ability to have hotel services at the touch of a button, including room service and maid service, right in their own homes,” Paikin explains. Residents also have access to the limitless amenities of the development, including a state-ofthe-art fitness centre, entertainment lounge, indoor pool, 3,000-sq.-ft. ballroom, executive boardroomstyle meeting rooms, full-service restaurant, concierge services and 24-hour room service. “And of course, the convenience and the location are second to none,” Paikin says. New Horizon was established in 1994 as a single-family home builder. The company then moved to building custom homes and is now focusing on condominiums. To find out more about Bridgewater Residences on the Lake, visit bwresidences.com MAR 26 - APR 9, 2016 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO 23
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Advice | TARION REPORT
Building a custom home? Insist on a proper contract By Howard Bogach
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TO MANY NEW-HOME BUYERS, the opportunity to build a custom home is the dream of a lifetime. You own the land, choose the builder, and have so much more flexibility when it comes to deciding the style, the layout and the finishes. In fact, every last detail can have your personal stamp. If you are lucky enough to find yourself embarking on this dream, start the journey with a written contract. Never accept, settle or seal the deal with just a handshake – make sure you get off to the right start by protecting yourself properly from the very beginning. Like most new homes in Ontario, contract homes are usually covered under warranty. This warranty is provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. It includes financial loss of up to $40,000 if your builder fails to substantially complete the home, in addition to three separate construction warranties after you move into your home for defects in workmanship, violations to the Ontario Building Code and major structural damage. We recently dealt with a tragic story of a woman who failed to secure a written agreement and found herself defrauded of money – after the builder knocked down her old house. So, please take this advice, before you make any concrete decisions about your new home or spend any money, make sure that you’ve taken steps to protect yourself, including: 26 YPNEXTHOME.CA
1. Use a registered builder New home builders in Ontario must register with Tarion. We regularly review their technical competence and financial viability to build homes. So, before you choose your builder, check the Ontario Builder Directory at tarion.com to make sure they are registered. If your builder is not listed in this directory beware! They may by building illegally! 2. Make sure your contract is in writing When the only agreement in place between you and a new home builder is a handshake, you have no way to prove what was agreed upon if that agreement every falls apart. Protect yourself right from the start by making sure your agreement is a proper written contract, ideally created or at least reviewed by a lawyer. The contract should also be as specific as possible about the work that will be done. 3. Include a schedule of payments A good contract will include a schedule of payments. The schedule should outline when you are going to provide funds to your builder, how much, and what for. If your builder does not fulfill the requirements outlined in your contract, Tarion will
be able to determine how much you should have paid for the stage your home is currently in. 4. Hire a lawyer to review your contract As noted above, once you have a verbal agreement with your new home builder, take it to an experienced real estate lawyer to be written into a binding contract. At the very least, have a lawyer review your written agreement to ensure that it protects you if the relationship with your builder turns badly. Building a custom home is very exciting, especially if it is the dream home you’ve been working, saving and waiting so long for. To protect yourself, don’t allow your emotions to rush you blindly into a flawed agreement or worse, no agreement. You may have many choices ahead of you when it comes to realizing the dream of a custom home, but a solid contract is not one of them – consider it a must, not a choice. Howard Bogach is President and CEO of Tarion Warranty Corp. His column appears monthly in New Home Guide. For more information about how Tarion helps new-home buyers, visit tarion.com or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ TarionWarrantyCorp.
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The Spring Inventory Sales Event At Averton Square you’ll be living the dream right in the heart of downtown Niagaraon-the-Lake, steps from the charming shops, restaurants and theatres. Incredible Inventory Bungalows from 1,357 to 1,756 sq. ft. priced from the low $600’s, ready to move-in in just 30 days! New Luxury Townhomes coming soon! Fabulous townhome designs from 1,900 sq.ft. Register Now! avertonsquare.com
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Losani Homes’ Fallingwaters community combines style, sophistication and scenery on the Stoney Creek Escarpment LOSANI HOMES’ new architecturally
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inspired community Fallingwaters near Stoney Creek may be Canada’s most perfect combination of great architecture and design, services and amenities set amidst the rarity of a sublime natural environment everyone desires in a new home community. This remarkable location is bordered by a pond, the Niagara Escarpment and a creek with a bridge, an exclusive entrance to the community. Featuring an exclusive enclave of just 41 two- and three-storey townhomes, Losani has introduced
15 new designs to this community to ensure that each home is distinctive and unique in its look and feel. Prices for these townhomes start from the mid $300’s. The architectural design is inspired by the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright, founder of Prairie style architecture and designer of the world famous Soloman R. Guggenheim Museum. Streetscape cascades featuring sleek horizontal lines and vertical ripples of colour accented by touches of modern architectural brick and wood-style finishing accents in colours like Charwood and dramatic
dark trim create an organic and timeless beauty that fits seamlessly into this natural setting. Located just minutes from the shops and services of Stoney Creek and the booming economy of downtown Hamilton, Fallingwaters is a highlight within its surroundings. The optional rooftop terraces add premium outdoor lifestyle space and provide unparalleled views overlooking the surrounding mature forests, greenery and vista of Lake Ontario in the distance. Fallingwaters is a visionary community with a wonderland of more than 100 waterfalls and kilometres of woods and trails just minutes away. This location will be a true gift to families who wish to explore and embrace nature and the environment. The community is interconnected to Conservation areas for unlimited exploring and natural adventures, including
1,200 hectares of rare Carolinian forest in the nearby Dundas Valley Conservation Area. The community overlooks Lake Ontario and abuts the trails, rivers, ponds, wooded lots and mature trees of The Bruce Trail, one of the province’s most treasured natural resources. Outside the front door of a Fallingwaters home is the character and curb appeal that is the trademark of a Losani Homes residence. Fallingwaters will feature wide boulevards and pleasing streetscapes which will add to the exclusive feel of this secluded neighbourhood. Losani also takes into account the central areas for family life, the backyard, and designs its homes and communities to provide for the ultimate in privacy, with generous areas for barbecues, patios and pools. Losani Homes’ Fallingwaters offer the very best in interior finishes, such as kitchen enhancements including
level one quartz countertop islands, subway tile backsplash, extended height upper cabinets, wood valance mouldings, a set of two pot-and-pan drawers and much more. The homes also feature nine-ft. ceilings, warm and durable hardwood flooring in the Great Room, large modern style windows, and a Home Automation Package including Smart Panel Wall Pad with thermostat, three dimmer switches, wireless keyless front door entry, iPhone app and even an outdoor security camera. Fallingwaters brings the best of Losani Homes to the Stoney Creek area. Celebrating its 40th Anniversary in 2016, Losani has built an enviable reputation as one of Canada’s most respected new home developers. For more information on the unique opportunities available at Fallingwaters, or Losani Homes, please visit losanihomes.com
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NIAGARA More than just the Falls
PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD RECOGNIZE NIAGARA FALLS as the honeymoon capital of the world, where the Falls roar and mist fills the air as visitors stroll along its edge, spray on their faces from one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Residents throughout the Niagara region identify with far more. Diverse job opportunities, an economic base rooted in tourism, horticulture, farming and manufacturing and affordable housing set within one of Canada’s most scenic settings, tempered by a moderate climate provide residents with their own reasons to roar. Located in southern Ontario and bordering the US, the Niagara region is an area of 1,800 sq. kms forming a peninsula of land between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie with a population of about 430,000. It encompasses St. Catharines, Grimsby, Town of Lincoln (Beamsville, Jordan and Vineland) Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Welland, Port Colborne, Fort Erie and the neighbouring communities, towns and villages of Queenston Heights, Chippawa, Port Robinson, St. David’s, Ridgeway, Stevensville and Sherkston. Niagara is a major gateway to North America. Its cities and towns are less than a one-hour drive to Toronto, Buffalo or western New York. Businesses are within one day’s drive of 55 per cent of all U.S. manufacturing activity, and almost half of the U.S. population. The region is accessible worldwide through the St. Lawrence Seaway and Welland Canal. Lined with scenic routes and parkways and dotted with fruit stands, antique markets, historic sites and nature trails, the area population increases in summer due to a quieter way of life and small-town atmosphere. Tourism and the closely related service industry form the economic foundation of this area, that serves about 20 million visitors annually and generates more than $2 billion in revenue. But not everyone is a visitor. With great job prospects, hundreds of
newcomers choose this area as their permanent home each year. Quaint communities such as historic Niagara-on-the-Lake, Fonthill and Crystal Beach, even Fort Erie and Ridgeway, are drawing empty nesters ready to indulge in both custom homes and other offerings. Lifestyle and lower prices are the lure. Home prices are much lower than those in the GTA, drawing residents from beyond the Niagara borders. New-home construction is strong in Grimsby and Beamsville, with Cambridge Homes, Losani Homes, Branthaven Homes and Homes by DeSantis all active in the area. Mountainview Homes has a new site, Fernwood, in Niagara Falls, as does Great Gulf Homes with its Edgewood Niagara Falls project. Empire communities, BW Homes, Ballantry Homes, Homes by DeSantis, Rosehaven Homes and Phelps Homes are also active in Niagara. BW Homes has a new development, Niagara on the Green, in Niagara-on-the-Lake,
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Neighbourhood Profile NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE Just down river from Niagara Falls itself sits the beautiful, historical town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Leisurely lakeside strolls, nights at the theatre, wine tasting and food fanaticism are all part of the lifestyle here. While it can be especially so during the summer months, the heritage district is busy year-round, simply due to its proximity to the Falls.
as does Langendoen Homes with Courtland Valley. In nearby Thorold, Great Gulf has its Rolling Meadows community, Rosehaven Homes has Gibson Heights and Mountainview has West Community. Clearly, there are many home options – and lifestyle choices – in this world-famous area. Take a drive along the rural roads and parkways and view gorgeous gardens, parklands and orchards of the Niagara fruit belt. A moderate climate and rich, productive soil provide the unique agricultural resources to make the Niagara region ideally suited for fruit and other crop growth. Two-thirds of the province’s tender fruit orchards are located here, producing a majority of the province’s peaches, cherries, pears, plums, apples, apricots, prunes and grapes. Going Green is nothing new for Niagara, that boasts more than 18 million sq. ft. of greenhouse space. Some 200 greenhouses and 75 food processing plants employ more than 6,000 workers, with thousands more employed in related industries. Horticulture is supported with extensive training programs through Niagara College’s Horticultural Centre, The Niagara Parks Commission School of Horticulture and The Horticultural Research Institute of Ontario (University of Guelph), all of which base programs in the Niagara Region. Niagara’s grape industry produces more than 48,000 tonnes of grapes annually. New wineries are just an example of the region’s ongoing 34 YPNEXTHOME.CA
expansion in overall agricultural/food processing. Increased popularity of grape and wine products has created a separate identity and a designated Wine Route, as indicated by highway postsigns from Stoney Creek to Niagara Falls, connecting 30 of the area’s 70 wineries. Hundreds of thousands of visitors tour this scenic route annually. The wine industry employs more than 5,000 people in wineries, retail and as suppliers and growers. The recent recession was especially hard on manufacturing companies in the region. Formerly among the main employers, GM and companies servicing the automaker are now smaller players on the economic stage. By contrast, Fallsview Casino, with 4,700 workers, is the second largest employer in the Niagara area (Niagara School Board is the largest), followed by General Motors with 2,700. The tourism and entertainment sector also includes the Shaw Festival, Niagara Parks Commission and Canadian Niagara Hotels and Entertainment. Other major employers are the Niagara Health System, Niagara Region, Seaway Marine, Brock University and Canadian Tire Financial. The economic impact of relatively new players such as Fallsview Casino and the subsequent arrival of hotels and related businesses has resulted in substantial growth in the new-home market in the decade since it opened. As many people are discovering, Niagara is a great place to work, play and live. The honeymoon is never over.
Vibe You can’t get any closer to the U.S. and still live in Canada, but residents here take particular pride in their history of fending off advances from their neighbours. For more than 200 years, Niagara-on-the-Lake has held the fort – literally, that’s Fort George – on the Canadian side of the Niagara River. Voted “Canada’s prettiest town,” it’s steeped in history, teeming with “so-and-so slept here” plaques. Owners have lovingly maintained these homes, so well that it’s no surprise that even the new subdivisions are using their designs as templates. Meet the neighbours Popular with retirees, Niagara-on-theLake is home to fewer than the average number of households including children – but this is changing as the town expands along Hwy. 55 in particular. Young professionals and families are drawn to the beautiful new houses and townhomes that, while upscale for this region, are still relative bargains compared to GTA prices. In the area Niagara-on-the-Lake is surrounded by wineries, orchards, visitor farms and breweries to enjoy on a day out. There are abundant hiking and trail riding opportunities, and athletes can get their kicks (and home runs) at the Centennial Sports Park in Virgil, and there are plenty of options for schools in the area. Planes, trains & automobiles Within the heritage core, it’s easy to make your way on foot. As NOTL is a big tourist destination, the sidewalks and roads are regularly maintained yearround. But the town covers a great deal more area than that, and while cyclists will find it a dream to get around when the weather permits, for the carless, there is minimal public transit in place. The good, the bad & the rest The pace is leisurely in Niagara-on-theLake to say the least, and the population still skews a bit older (although this is rapidly changing). City types on the gogo-go will find the walking tempo a bit glacial, and there is no shortage of tourist traffic, which can be patience-trying for residents.
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new releases BALDWIN PLACE By: Tillsonburg Developments City: Tillsonburg Housing type: Single-detached freehold bungalows from $244,500. baldwinplace.ca
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How to take advantage of lower mortgage rates By Alyssa Richard
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SPRING AND SUMMER are nearly here. It’s often the time when more people are shopping for a home and when banks start to offer more competitive mortgage rates. But if you already own a home, how can you take advantage of lower rates? You can break your mortgage and refinance it at a lower rate, but there are pros and cons of doing this.
Advantages There are a number of benefits of refinancing your mortgage, including: » Lower payments/interest costs: A lower interest rate on your mortgage could mean your payments will be lower and you’ll also likely pay less in total interest than had you kept your current rate. Try ratehub.ca’s mortgage refinance calculator to estimate what your savings could be. » Pay off your mortgage faster: If you’re making more money than when you bought your home, you may decide you want to pay off your mortgage at a faster pace. You could do that by shortening your amortization period. » Access home equity: If you’re considering purchasing an investment property or renovating part of your home, you can access the equity in your home (that’s the value of your property minus your mortgage balance) to help pay for either. » Consolidate debt: If you have any other debt, such as a credit card balance, a car loan, or a line of 48 YPNEXTHOME.CA
credit, you can consolidate it into your mortgage. By consolidating your debt, you’ll pay less interest and you’ll probably have lower monthly payments on top of a lower interest rate. Still, you’ll have the same level of debt. Disadvantages Before deciding whether or not to break your mortgage, you should be aware that while there’s a potential to save a lot of money, there are also costs involved: » Mortgage prepayment penalty: If you have a variable-rate mortgage, you’ll only have to pay three months’ interest. But if you have a fixed-rate mortgage, your prepayment penalty is the greater of three months’ interest or the interest rate differential (IRD). To determine the IRD, lenders look at the mortgage rate you have currently, the number of months left in your term, the rate they could charge you for a new mortgage term similar in length to the remainder of your term. You can estimate the penalty you’d have to pay using ratehub.ca’s mortgage penalty calculator. » Mortgage discharge fee: If you decide to use a different lender, you’ll have to pay a fee to discharge your mortgage from your current lender.
Lenders set their own fees, which can vary by province. These fees are typically in the $200 to $350 range. » Mortgage registration fee: You have to pay a mortgage registration fee whether you’re staying with or leaving your current lender. Your lender removes the current mortgage amount from the title on your home and re-registers it with a new mortgage amount. This fee is usually around $70. » Legal fees: You’ll have to consult with a real estate lawyer when refinancing your mortgage. He or she will check your mortgage’s terms and conditions, register your new mortgage, and do a title search to ensure there aren’t any liens against your home. Legal fees for refinancing your mortgage can be in the $700 to $1,000 range. But if your mortgage balance is more than $200,000 and you want to switch lenders, your new lender may pay these fees. While large lenders may soon start offering lower rates and you could pay less if you break your mortgage, it’s best to do some research to find out whether or not you’ll benefit. Alyssa Richard is the founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart financial decisions.
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Compare mortgage rates for your best deal CHARTERED BANKS ATB Financial Alterna Svgs/Alterna Bk Bank of Montreal Bank of Nova Scotia
variable 2.6 4.00op 2.35 6.30op 2.7 6.75op 2.9 6.45op
Canadian Western Bank 6.45op CFF Bank CIBC ICICI Bank Canada Manulife Bank National Bank President’s Choice Finan Royal Bank TD Canada Trust Tangerine
2.7 6.95op 2.75 2.4 n/a 6.70op 2.7 2.7 6.75op 2.6
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4 4.00op 4 6.30op 4 6.75op 4.55 6.50op 4 6.30op
2.94 4.00op 2.85
2.64
2.69
2.74
2.89
2.09
2.59
2.74
2.58
2.89
2.99
3.39
3.89
2.69
3.29
3.09
3.39
3.89
4.49
3.14
3.04
3.65
4.2
4.74
2.69 2.84
2.24 2.79
2.39 2.59
2.59 4.09
2.69 4.79
3.15 3 3.20op 3.14
3.65 2.94
3.64 2.84
3.69 2.79
3.69 2.89
3.04
3.39
2.79
2.99
2.79 2.39
3.34 2.59
3.99 4.39
4.44 2.89
2.99 6.30op 3.19
2.84
2.44
3.89
2.79
3.24
3.49
3.69
3.79
6.5 4.45 6.30op 3.95 4.2 6.30op 4.55 6.50op
3.14 3.35
3.25 3.5
3.95 3.7
4.39 4.3
4.64 4.35
2.69 3.14
2.24 3.09
2.39 3.39
2.59 3.89
2.69 2.84
3.29
3.09
3.39
3.89
4.49
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2.84
2.89
2.95
2.99
2.89
2.29 2.89
2.24 2.79
2.49 2.89
2.64 2.95
2.69 2.89
3.14
3.09
3.39
3.89
4.74
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3.65
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2.79
3.39
3.89
2.59
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TRUST COMPANIES Community Trust Effort Trust Home Trust Company Investors Group Trust MTCC
n/a n/a 6.30op 2.35 n/a 6.50op 2.9 6.45op
OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Comtech Credit Union First National Fin. LP IC Savings London Life Luminus Financial
2.45 6.40op 2.7 6.50op n/a 6.50op 3.25
Meridian Credit Union
2.4
Parama Credit Union
2.65
Steinbach Credit Union
2.25
4
ONLINE CALCULATOR ypnexthome.ca/mortgage-calculator Notes: **Interest rate charged subject to adjustment during term mortgage. Please consult institution for term of years available. All rates are prime rates and subject to change without notice. R.O.R. = RATES ON REQUEST op = OPEN ----- = NOT QUOTING N/A = NOT AVAILABLE March 14, 2016. Prepared By http://www.FiscalAgents.com/mortgage/rates
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Mattamy Homes Offers Oakville refreshing new options in contemporary condominium living MATTAMY HAS JUST welcomed an intriguing variety of modern living options to Oakville. Now open, The Residences Of Creekshore Common in prestigious Oakville is ready for you to explore. This boutique style condo features Mattamy’s signature thoughtful design within a highly sought after, robust community. The Residences Of Creekshore Common – Mattamy’s newest and arguably most desirable Oakville address – has opened with a remarkably inviting, upscale Boutique Condo. The neighbourhood amenities are well established and include an abundance of convenient shopping and dining nearby plus many destinations within easy strolling distance. The community itself features scenic ponds and a creek, plus proximity to the charming Preserve Promenade. 52 YPNEXTHOME.CA
Boutique condo elegance at The Residences of Creekshore Common The striking lines of the boutique condominium building promise modernity and don’t disappoint. The up-to-date appointments include an elegant, welcoming Lobby designed to impress the most discerning. Residents are invited to make full use of the common lounge that connects to a sublime rooftop terrace that, in addition to its spectacular view, encourages all to cook out on the barbecues and mingle socially, if they desire. Naturally, a fully appointed fitness facility makes staying healthy and fit simple and convenient. Each condo suite thoughtfully includes many luxurious features as standard. A peek in through the generous floor-to-ceiling windows reveal the superior hardwood
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Mattamy is particularly proud of this award, as it is based on comments from current Mattamy homeowners. And the company remains adamant in its belief that nothing is better than a satisfied homeowner. Its intelligent and innovative approach to modern living will surely become a modern standard. We recommend you see for yourself the elegant living in The Residences of Creekshore Common. For more information visit mattamyhomes.com Presentation Centre Hours are Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 p.m.; Friday 1 to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. MAR 26 - APR 9, 2016 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO 53
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