GTA New Home Guide - May 2, 2015

May 2 - 16, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 09

Magnificent Models Kleinburg Crown Estates

by Monarch

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

INTEREST RATES LIKELY TO REMAIN LOW

BUYING FROM A HOME BUILDER YOU CAN TRUST

THE APPEAL OF THE TORONTO HOME MARKET

ASPIRE ASPIRE to to loving loving your your home home inin brampton brampton

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NOBLETON King Country Estates Presentation Centre & 2 Model Homes 905.558.0255

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contents MAY 2 – 16, 2015 || VOLUME 23 ISSUE 9

community focus features 24 Brampton

May 2 - 16, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 09

Fieldgate Homes

Move in soon at Valleylands in west Brampton

44 Corporate

Averton Homes

Magnificent Models Kleinburg Crown Estates

by Monarch

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

INTEREST RATES LIKELY TO REMAIN LOW

BUYING FROM A HOME BUILDER YOU CAN TRUST

THE APPEAL OF THE TORONTO HOME MARKET

ON THE COVER

p. 32 MONARCH

Stunning models at the jewels of Kleinburg Crown Estates

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regular and special features IN EVERY ISSUE

4 Editor’s Note 10 Contributors 102 Ad Index

At Averton Homes, design is everything

COLUMNISTS

Brookfield Residential

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76 Mono

Phase 3 now available at Fieldstone in Mono

88 Port Hope

Geranium Homes

An affordable lifestyle flourishes at The Verandas in Port Hope

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BILD Report

The reality of the Toronto housing market

by Bryan Tuckey

Industry Outlook

Buy from a builder you can trust

by Hugh Heron

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44 52

Legally Speaking

Why do I need a real estate lawyer?

by Jayson Schwarz

86 94

Taxing Issues

First-time buyers – buy when you’re ready and able

by Henry Choo Chong

Mortgage Advice

Bank of Canada holds overnight target rate

by Alyssa Richard

HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

95

Resource Section

99

GTA Hot Sheet

76

Mortgage Calculator and Rate Table Two pages of new openings, new releases and preview registrations

IN THE NEWS

54

Queensville

72

Kylemore Communities

Welcome to one of the most amazing new towns in Ontario Kylemore opens bridge connecting two neighbourhoods

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//EDITOR’S NOTE

New home experience Make wise choices and enjoy the process

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SUSAN LEGGE

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Yellow Pages NextHome Susan.Legge@ypnexthome.ca Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge Like us on Facebook. Search: New Home Guide

hen only a new home will do, those in the market will be pleasantly surprised by the exceptional value and attention to detail a new home offers.

When you buy new, you don’t inherit somebody else’s worn carpeting, personal taste in kitchen appliances or paint colour preferences. You get a fresh, clean space that’s waiting for your personal imprint.

If you’ve always fantasized about buying a brand new home, here are a few tips that can help you make the process a pleasant one: » Shop the mortgage market to see what you can afford before you start your hunt; » Obtain a lawyer who is willing to review your offer and close the deal; » Don’t be persuaded by high pressure sales tactics while you’re out shopping;

» Determine which options and upgrades you want as part of your offer and ensure your lender will finance what’s required, if needed; » To save money, consider which upgrades you could purchase and install yourself after the sale closes.

Some upgrades such as rough-ins and wiring inside the walls are easier to do before construction.

Factors such as the cost of the home, neighbourhood, lot size and special features play a big role in your final decision. Determining which features your new house absolutely must have, and which features you could live without, should be among your first steps in the homebuying process.

We hope you enjoy this issue of New Home Guide. Let us know what you think! We’d love to hear from you.

Infrastructure’s big boost Ontario needs better transit options, and the provincial government is increasingly on board

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WAYNE KARL

EDITOR Yellow Pages NextHome Wayne.Karl@ypnexthome.ca Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl Like us on Facebook. Search: New Home Guide

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ow that spring has sprung (well, sort of), get ready for the season that naturally follows – construction.

Indeed, there is an old joke that we have only two seasons in Toronto – winter and construction. Now that the former is finally over, the latter may well begin in earnest.

It’s not a new development that the city – like most in Ontario – is struggling with building new roads and transit systems, and trying to figure out how to pay for it all.

Thankfully, though, the provincial government is increasingly waking up to the need.

Case in point, the most recent provincial budget which included more transit and transportation infrastructure investments.

“People need better transit options,” says Ontario Home Builders’ Association President Vince Molinaro. “The province’s massive transit investment should support the creation of transitsupported communities across Ontario.

Building complete communities along those transit lines makes sense and will provide new housing and employment options and choice where people can live, work and play.”

It’s good to know the province is fully on board.

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Your Life Storey always comes first.

For the last sixty years, Menkes has been a central chapter in the Life Storeys of so many. Menkes has always focused on building homes in the city’s most desirable and accessible locations. Discover elegant family homes in communities across the Greater Toronto Area that exude this company’s trademark character, charm and lasting value. Come home to Menkes today, where your Life Storey always begins and ends with total customer satisfaction.

Facebook.com/MenkesLife Prices and specifications are subject to change. E.&O.E. March 2015.

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Time To Catch Up On Catching Up? Do you even remember how to greet your neighbours? What’s appropriate? Is “Hello” too formal? Is “Hey!” too familiar?

For sure, winter kept us all inside. For as long as possible.

You’d never want to delay a soul from getting out of the cold, snow and ice. So, we all made do with a quick wave or a nod.

But now, winter’s over. And if you live in a Mattamy community, you’re going to run into your neighbours again.

Maybe a couple will stroll by while you’re out on your front porch. (Yes, we still believe in front porches.) Or maybe you’ll be on one of our countless community trails or paths and one will stroll, cycle, or sprint by.

It will happen. So may we suggest you start with a simple smile. And just take it from there. Because it’s spring again and everybody’s ready for a new beginning.

DISCOVER MATTAMY’S INVITING COMMUNITIES AND HOMES DESIGNED FOR THE WAY PEOPLE LOVE TO LIVE. VISIT MATTAMYHOMES.COM

All illustrations are artist’s concept. All dimensions are approximate. Prices, specifications, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E. 8

COMING SOON, GREAT NEW WAYS TO LIVE IN A MATTAMY COMMUNITY

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contributors NEW HOME GUIDE

PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Moe Lalani SALES MANAGER NEW HOME GUIDE GTA, NEW CONDO GUIDE, HOME DECOR & RENOVATIONS

Conni Robinson

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER, NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO, LIFESTYLE COMMUNITIES

Susan Maxwell ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung EDITOR

Wayne Karl CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

BILD REPORT

BRYAN TUCKEY

Bryan Tuckey is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and can be found on Twitter (twitter.com/ bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/ bildgta), Youtube (youtube.com/ bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca)

TAXING ISSUES

HENRY CHOO CHONG, CGA

Henry Choo Chong is a certified general accountant. Henry sits on many committees and provides accounting and tax advice to individuals and businesses in the GTA. Send your tax questions via email to Taxing Issues at: choochonghcga@ yahoo.ca

LEGALLY SPEAKING

Sara Duck (on leave) Elisa Krovblit, Lydia McNutt

Schwarz Law Barristers and Solicitors

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Nina Downs nina.downs@ypnexthome.ca

JAYSON SCHWARZ

Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. He can be reached by visiting schwarzlaw. ca or by email at info@schwarzlaw.ca or phone at 416.486.2040

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Dionne Fraser dionne.fraser@ypnexthome.ca SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATOR

Terry Bassett

DISTRIBUTION & SALES CO-ORDINATOR

Jennifer Bistron

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Antoinette Jackson NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala Gnanapandithan PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Sandra Hanak-Vujnovic GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Viosa Barileva, Miguel Cea, Mike Terentiev Published by

INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

HUGH HERON

Hugh Heron is principal and partner in the Heron Group of Companies and president of Heathwood Homes, as well as a former member of the board of directors of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., and a past president of the Toronto Home Builders’ Association and the Ontario

MORTGAGE ADVICE

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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TERMS Advertisers, Editorial content are not responsible for typographical errors, mistakes or misprints. All prices are correct as of press time and are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E.

EDITORIAL Submissions from interested parties will be considered. Please submit to the editor at Susan.Legge@ypnexthome.ca

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FIELDGATE HOMES | Valleylands

//COMMUNITY FOCUS

MOVE IN SOON AT VALLEYLANDS With an impressive selection of inventory homes now available, you can call Valleylands home in as little as 150 days

The Dufferin’s breathtaking front elevation of brick and stone contributes to the luxurious atmosphere of this exceptional family home.

W

hen driving along Chinguacousy Road in southwest Brampton, one gets the feeling that they’re in the midst of a very special community. It’s a place where the valleys of the Credit River offer a breathtaking outdoor playground of lush green parkland. It’s in the heart of this exquisite neighbourhood that Fieldgate Homes has created one of Brampton’s finest family communities, Valleylands of the Credit River.

With closings available in as little as 150 days, there are, 45- and 50-ft. singles currently available at Valleylands. For those looking to move in soon, Valleylands’ current inventory homes run from 2,987 to 3,276 sq. ft. and start from the $750’s. It’s never been easier to come home to Valleylands! ...continued on pg 26

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LOCATION West Brampton HOUSING TYPE 45- and 50-ft. singles CONTACT 905.457.0445 fieldgatehomes.com

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FIELDGATE HOMES | Valleylands

One of the many popular designs currently available at Valleylands is the breathtaking 3,008-sq.-ft. Dufferin Elevation B. This classic-yet-contemporary two-storey, five-bedroom, 45-ft. detached home offers a spectacular front elevation of brick and stone that features a covered porch, double-car garage, large bright windows and charming dormers. One enters the home to discover a spacious front foyer, followed immediately by a cosy library. Further down the hall is the large open-concept living/ dining room with coffered ceiling. Across from the living/dining room, the home’s staircase offers easy access to a sunken main floor powder room and laundry room. Further down the main hallway, one enters into a sizable family room complete with a gas fireplace. Across from the family room, the kitchen and breakfast area offers a kitchen island and ample counter space, creating the perfect space for the family to gather for a home cooked meal. Upstairs, the elegant master suite features two walk-in closets, tray ceilings and a lavish ensuite complete with oval soaker tub, his and hers sinks and separate glass shower.

Bedroom two and three share an ensuite, as do bedrooms four and five. The Dufferin is priced from the $750’s.

For most families, school is a top priority, so it’s nice to know that Valleylands is ideally situated to take advantage of many of 26 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | MAY 2 - 16, 2015

Brampton’s wonderful educational facilities. A new elementary school is now under construction right in the Valleylands community that’s projected to be ready for the September 2015 school year, and Queen Street elementary school and Sir William Gage middle school are just a short walk north of the community. There are also a number of public and Catholic primary and secondary schools within a short distance.

In addition to excellent proximity to schools, Valleylands is also in a great location to take advantage of a whole host of other lifestyle amenities. The Heartland Town Centre is only five minutes away, offering major retailers such as Best Buy, Home Depot and Costco. Nearby Erin Mills Town Centre, Trinity Common Mall and Bramalea City Centre also offer wonderful selections of shops and restaurants. For those in search of live entertainment, there’s the Rose Theatre, offering a year-round calendar of musical and theatrical performances. Golfing enthusiasts will be impressed with the great selection of golf courses within a short driving distance, and the commute to Toronto is a breeze with Hwys. 401 and 407 just minutes away.

For more information, call 905.457.0445 or visit fieldgatehomes.com

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PREVIEW OPENING Join us May 2nd at 11am!

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limited first release of 40 & 45 ft. lots Now you have the opportunity to be the first to view the Vales of the Humber... with the first choice of lots... PLUS take advantage of our pre-construction prices and purchaser incentives!

From two trusted builders comes an exciting new collection of single family homes in Brampton! Queensgate and Avalee invite you to register online today to be the first to view The Vales of the Humber, and let us build your dream home in Brampton’s finest new community! Most desirable location in Brampton. Close to Pearson Airport and major highways, 427, 410, Hwy 7.

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//COVER STORY

Monarch’s stunning models the jewels of KLEINBURG CROWN ESTATES LOCATION Kleinburg HOUSING TYPE Detached homes SALES CENTRE 165 Timber Creek Blvd.

CONTACT 416.495.3513 monarchgroup.net

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E

xperience style and allure as you tour Monarch’s impressive model homes at Kleinburg Crown Estates. From the quality features and finishes displayed in the Hampshire to the exceptional Essex model, complete with a theatre room, wine cellar, lower level lounge, gourmet kitchen, loggia and a gym with rubberized floor, discover what life can be like in one of Kleinburg’s most remarkable communities.

Minutes from the charming Village of Kleinburg in a picturesque setting, Kleinburg Crown Estates is a masterplanned community of spectacular all detached homes that perfectly blends the old with the new, the historic with the

modern. Monarch is offering a wide selection of designs, including a popular bungalow with loft plan, starting at 2,095 sq. ft.

These magnificent detached homes are set on traditional deep 42- and 50-ft. lots. Spacious four- and five-bedroom designs up to 4,486 sq. ft. with gracious brick, stone, stucco and Renaissance stone exteriors, and impressive eight-ft. high front doors. Many designs are set off by deep front porches where families can gather together and greet passing neighbours.

Each manor-inspired residence is highlighted by an impressive list of features including granite kitchen countertops, hardwood floors, oak

MONARCH | Kleinburg Crown Estates

Monarch offers purchasers the ability to customize elements of their new home to ensure that life at Kleinburg Crown Estates will be exceptional in every way imaginable.

staircases, metal pickets, central vacuum systems, central air conditioning, cold cellars, coffered, waffle and vaulted ceilings, smooth ceilings on main level, interlocking driveways, 200 amp service, maple cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, Grohe fixtures and gas fireplaces – as per plan – and more.

Monarch offers purchasers the ability to customize elements of their new home to ensure that life at Kleinburg Crown Estates will be exceptional in every way imaginable. New dream packages are now available on Phase 1 lots.

MONARCH. FIRST. Since 1917, Canadian families have trusted Monarch, and made the name synonymous with dependability before the 1980s ushered in the electronic age, before the 1960s boomer generation changed our views and even before the

roaring 1920s got us dancing. As Canada grew, many of the most sought-after communities and inspired condominiums were built by Monarch and are now woven into the country’s fabric, neighbourhoods where homes are cherished and memories are made.

Headquartered in Toronto, Monarch is one of Canada’s oldest and largest home builders. Monarch has consistently been recognized in the home building industry and by its customers for superior quality and outstanding customer satisfaction.

Monarch builds and develops single-family detached and attached homes in Toronto and Ottawa and builds highrise condominiums in the Greater Toronto Area. Monarch focuses on style, design, quality and livability in all of its homes.

For Monarch’s Kleinburg Crown Estates, visit the sales office and model homes located at 165 Timber Creek Blvd., or call 416.495.3513.

For more information on Monarch, please visit: monarchgroup.net twitter.com@monarch_group facebook.com/monarchcorp kleinburgcrown@monarchgroup.net MAY 2 - 16, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 33

HAVE YOU DISCOVERED

STOUFFVILLE?

There’s So Much To Love About Life In Stouffville

Located just minutes north of Markham, Stouffville and its neighbouring areas allow you to enjoy the richness of small town living together with everything that’s important to your lifestyle. Shopping. GO Transit. Dining.

Recreation. Have it all. Have it now. In Stouffville!

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//BILD REPORT

The reality of the Toronto housing market » by BRYAN TUCKEY

BRYAN TUCKEY

is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and is a land-use planner who has worked for municipal, regional and provincial governments. Follow him on Twitter (twitter. com/bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca).

I recently participated in the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. annual industry roundtable where I was asked to share some insight on whether BILD members have ventured into purpose-built rental housing across the GTA. You may have seen some headlines recently for a few high-profile rental projects. Most of those are still at the proposal stage and will make their way through the planning process over the next year. So, only time will tell if they will go on to be constructed. What I can say is that there is a strong demand for housing – both market and rental – in the GTA as up to 100,000 people choose to make this great region their home very year.

In 2014, construction started on 15,581 apartments in multi-family buildings or purpose-built rental across Canada, according to a recent CBRE report. That’s 52 per cent higher than the average over the five years preceding nationally, but it’s important to look at the GTA separately. Most of the rental homes under construction in Canada are in Montreal and Vancouver, with only 1,799 starting construction in Toronto last year.

Purpose-built rental only represents a small percentage of new housing options under construction across Canada and the GTA. I hear anecdotal evidence that the condominium market is aiding rental demand and that both renters and homeowners want similar things: well-situated buildings near amenities and transit. This helps to explain why Toronto’s rental vacancy rate is 1.6 per cent, according to CMHC.

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At the recent roundtable, I shared that some of our members are venturing into the purpose-built rental market, proposing projects, but only when they see opportunity to provide homes along transit and transportation corridors and in desirable neighbourhoods. Additionally, demand from first-time homebuyers, who are renting until they are able to save a down payment and buy a home, is common in the GTA. Another important point is the rising government fees and charges, which are applied to both the new home and rental building markets. In the GTA, the fees and charges can amount to one-fifth the cost of a new home. These fees and charges can be prohibitive for a business, such a purpose-built rental looking to earn return on investment, especially when the cost of land is already a large line item.

BILD has long-advocated for fair and reasonable policies and the removal of barriers to home ownership.

In the rental market, incentives such as lower development charges and faster approvals would go a long way in encouraging the investment and adding more choice to the housing market.

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GREATGULF.COM sales office hours: sat. & sun. 11am - 6pm • Mon.-Thurs. 1 - 8pm • Closed Fri. Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. E. & O.E. Illustrations are artist’s concept. All square footages are approximate. Actual usable space varies from stated floor area.

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FOLLOW YOUR HEART TO AURORA’S MOST SUCCESSFUL NEW HOME COMMUNITY OF 2014, RETURNING FOR THE FINAL RELEASE OF LOTS IN 2015!

Arista Homes, Fieldgate Homes, Opus Homes and Paradise Homes return with a final release of the community’s Detached Homes on 32’, 38’ and 44’ lots as well as popular Semi Detached and Freehold Townhome designs.

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//COMMUNITY FOCUS

AT AVERTON HOMES, design is everything

A

verton is actively redefining new homes – with the goal of creating modern, affordable luxury that pushes the boundaries of traditional home design. Every feature in an Averton home is designed with unparalleled craftsmanship and integrity to ensure it has a lasting connection to your lifestyle.

We know that your home is more than a home – it’s the place that shapes your lifestyle and engages with you on a daily basis in ways we hope to improve your quality of life.

Averton is one of that rare breed of national home builders – a company with the vision and the drive to build

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new home communities from coast to coast. For more than 50 years, Averton has completed more than 100 residential projects and created more than 10,000 homes and condominiums across North America, winning multiple awards for quality and design.

To learn more about Averton communities, and to tour our model homes, visit averton.ca

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Coming Soon

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Blending small town charm and big city conveniences, Holland Landing offers the ideal setting for your new home, surrounded by nature and green spaces. Andrin is proud to present a wonderful new collection of fully Detached Homes on 38’, 40’ and 45’ Lots in a remarkable new community called Hillsborough.

to stay informed REGISTER AT AndrinHomes.com HOLLAND LANDING

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Offering a spectacular array of two and three level townhomes, Claridge Gate will bring convenience and lifestyle to the heart of Thornhill’s most sought after neighbourhood. For an opportunity to live in one of Thornhill’s most anticipated addresses, register at andrinhomes.com today!

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Fully upgraded, premium lots with thousands of extras now included. Semi detached homes starting from the low $600’s, 2,015 sq. ft.

A fabulous selection of freehold townhomes and singles in an established community. starting from the $700’s.

Jefferson Forest prestigious new home community.

Freehold Townhomes and Singles from the $800’s.

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foresthillhomes.ca *Prices & specifications are subject to change without notice. Finishes vary by Builder. See sales representatives for details. Renderings are artist’s concept. E. & O. E.

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//INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

Buy from a builder you can trust » by HUGH HERON

HUGH HERON

is Principal and Partner in the Heron Group of Companies and President of Heathwood Homes, as well as a former Member of the Board of Directors of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., and a Past President of the Toronto Home Builders’ Association and the Ontario Home Builders’ Association.

Years ago, I used to say that people paid more attention to buying a pair of shoes than a house. That’s not the case anymore, because new-home buyers realize their purchase is likely the biggest investment they will make in their lifetime. I’m happy to say that today’s shoppers are well educated about what’s available in the market, and they are comparing carefully to get the most for their money. The great news is that nowadays, it’s easier than ever to do the research required to make a wise decision. Among the top items to explore is the builder’s reputation.

Buying a new home involves a lot of trust, and you need to feel confident that your home will be built well and serviced efficiently.

In 1967 when I started in the industry in Canada, people shopping for homes relied on word-of-mouth, which is the original form of social networking. Actually, this method is still effective today. Certainly, if you know people who have bought from the builders you are considering, ask about design, quality and service. Drive

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through completed neighbourhoods and look at how everything came together. Do you find the homes and streetscapes pleasing? Was there attention paid to exterior colours and designs? Has the neighbourhood aged well? You might also knock on doors and ask how the owners felt about their purchase experience. Trust me, whether they are happy or not so happy, they will be glad to let you know.

Of course, you can find out a lot without even leaving your home, now that the Internet is only a keystroke away.

Check on builders’ histories and track records by visiting their websites. Tarion Warranty Corp. (tarion.com) is also extremely useful. Check as to whether the builder has been subject to conciliations, which are onsite inspections by qualified Warranty representatives conducted for the purpose of resolving disputes with homeowners.

Whether you research online, in person or both, keep an open mind and place the information in a realistic context.

Remember that building homes and communities requires the organization of hundreds of suppliers and trades. We sometimes face labour and/or materials shortages. There might be delays in municipal approvals as well. In addition, realize that even the best builders make occasional mistakes.

The important thing is that the builder informs buyers of any problems and does everything possible to fix the situation.

Another thing to be realistic about is word-of-mouth information that comes from social networking websites.

Some of the feedback may be on the level; some may be exaggerated or simply not true. Take it all with a grain of salt and gather your information from a variety of sources.

If this is your first new home purchase, take the time to do your homework. It’s tempting to get swept away in a sales office where renderings, floorplans and model homes paint a beautiful picture. Remember that builders can promise anything, but it’s what they deliver that counts. This is why reputations are so important.

New home builders understand that an educated buyer is more likely to be a happy one. Sales representatives should be willing to answer all of your questions or point you in the right direction if they don’t know. If you have any doubts at all about reading floorplans, what your purchase price includes, what the closing costs will be… ask, ask, ask – and expect a straight answer.

If you are looking to jump onto the new home train, you’re already on a positive track. Now, make sure the engineer is qualified to get you to your destination.

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//LEGALLY SPEAKING

Why do I need a lawyer? » by JAYSON SCHWARZ

JAYSON SCHWARZ

LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and senior partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. If you have a topic in mind, mail, deliver or fax letters to the magazine or to the firm, email (info@schwarzlaw.ca) and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

When you agree purchase a new home, there is a 10-day cooling off period that allows you to back out of the deal – a get-out-of-jail-free card, if you will – should you change your mind. Lately, I have had a large number of new-home buyers come to me after the 10-day cooling off period for condominiums, or the conditional periods in a freehold new home offer, has expired. When I ask them why they waited, I get one of three standard responses: 1. I didn’t think I needed a lawyer until it was time to close.

2. The sales agent told me I didn’t need a lawyer until it was time to close.

3. The builder said he wouldn’t change anything in the agreement.

A lawyer must advise you at the time you make your offer, to help you avoid all of those tricky clauses where builders look for extra money that could end up costing you thousands of extra dollars on closing. It is critical that you see a lawyer before your deal is firm. It is important that your lawyer explains all the potential costs you will face and the potential changes and the potential delays you may encounter. Insist on this, and if you don’t get what you want or need, see another lawyer.

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It is important that your lawyer explains all the potential costs you will face and the potential changes and the potential delays you may encounter.

Once you understand these issues, you can then return to the builder and negotiate your purchase from a position of knowledge. Lawyers are service providers, and as the customer, you need to make sure you get the necessary information to make an educated decision. A home is one of the most important purchases you will ever make, so do your research.

You can only get this service from a real-life, breathing, lawyer who will point out the good and the bad in your Agreement of Purchase and Sale, and who is required by the Law Society rules to explain title insurance and by law, have the responsibility to take care of you.

If a builder says he won’t change anything in the offer, it will have to be the fairest offer ever written. Do your due diligence and become an educated consumer.

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//IN THE NEWS

Welcome to one of the most amazing new towns in Ontario

Hi, I’m Queensville, one of the most amazing new towns in Ontario. After months of anticipation and hard work, my brand new Community Store opened last weekend! The weather was amazing and the energy was even better. More than 1,000 eager people joined me on Saturday and Sunday, excited to celebrate the launch of Queensville and be the first to buy one of my new homes. I was thrilled to meet so many new friends! The Mayor of East Gwillimbury even stopped by to help me welcome everyone and watch our community grow as hundreds of homes were purchased.

A BUSY OPENING WEEKEND

The Community Store was so busy it was hard to take it all in!

I loved watching people learn all about Queensville through my community videos and state-of-the-art digital scale model.

It was even better to see them scroll through homes on my touchscreens, pick a homesite on my digital site plan table, and watch their dreams come true as they purchased a Queensville home.

THE FUTURE OF QUEENSVILLE

I can really see it now – people cycling along my many trails, 54 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | MAY 2 - 16, 2015

children playing in my 129 acres of greenspace, and couples strolling through my future Town Centre. Families making dinner in their gourmet kitchens, relaxing in their spacious master bedrooms, and playing baseball with the kids in their backyards. This really is a town to call home.

THERE IS STILL TIME TO MEET ME! MORE TO COME IN MAY!

If I didn’t get to meet you last weekend, don’t worry – a few homes still remain and you can sign up at myqueensville. com for instant access to more details and to receive updates from me. For those of you who have signed up already, sit back and relax because my next release of townhomes, 36- and 45-ft. singles is coming in May! I can’t wait to meet you. We’re going to have an amazing life together.

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Showcasing new homes in the GTA’s central and north regions

IN THIS SECTION

>> Maps and listings for new-home communities in the central and north region >> Builder news and the latest in new homes in the central and north region

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Kennedy Rd

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Wilson Ave

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Beare Rd

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Meadowvale Rd

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Coxwell Ave

Pape Ave.

Parliament St Sherbourne St Jarvis St.

Dufferin St

Lansdowne Rd.

Keele St. Roncesvalles Ave.

Jane St

Park Lawn

Royal York Rd

Renforth Dr

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Goddard on the Valley

aristahomes.com •

•

10 Fieldgate Homes

90 Niagara

416-981-0036

•

17 Fieldgate Homes

Zigg

416-545-0223

18 Fieldgate Homes

Page No.

from $690,000

21 7B

•

from $346,000

25 7H

•

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Axiom Tower 2

fieldgatehomes.com •

•

21 Mattamy Homes

Heron Park

www.mattamyhomes.com

• •

22 Averton Homes

Evolution

averton.ca

86 Menkes

Humber Mews

416-259-2525

•

from $550,000

7 3I

86 Menkes

Dwell City Town

416-259-2525

•

from $420,000

7 3I

89 Decade Homes

Yorkdale Village Phase II

416-638-5656

•

from $320,000

61 6D

2

National Homes

The Churchill Collection in Forest Hill 416-922-1414

•

from $1400,000

7G

3

Conservatory Group

Weston Village

416-748-7001

•

•

from $490,000

4C

4

Georgian Corporation

Lex Towns

416-428-3419

•

• •

from $495,000

12G

5

Tiffany Park Homes

Westhaven

416-792-6655

•

from $633,000

3G

5

Graywood Developments Ltd

Westhaven

416-792-6655

•

from $633,000

3G

6

Coventry Homes

Danforth’s Crossing

416-924-8338

•

from $450,000

12G

7

Fieldgate Homes

The Brownstones at Westown

lidvest.com

•

•

from $620,000

4E

8

Emsatec Canada Inc.

The Brownstones 5

416-531-7760

•

•

from $350,000

6G

9

Lindvest

The Brownstones at Westown

lindvest.com

•

•

from $330,000

4C

9

Lindvest

Grand Cornell Brownstones in Markham lindvest.com

•

•

from $340,000

4C

9

Lindvest

Corporate

lindvest.com

•

•

4C

11 Tribute Communities

Canterbury

647-352-2130

•

from $767,000

9E

12 National Homes

The Townes of Richview

416-746-1234

•

from $570,000

3E

13 Insoho Developments

Highland Creek Collection

ownhighlandcreek.com •

•

from $650,000

17D

14 Dunpar Homes

The Ossington

416-253-5888

•

from $700,000

7G

15 Mattamy Homes

Downsview Park

www.mattamyhomes.com

from $270,000

6C

16 Conservatory Group

Oakdale Village

416-243-0567

•

from $429,000

5C

18 Fieldgate Homes

Axiom

fieldgatehomes.com •

•

from $250,000

8H

19 Conservatory Group

Upper Beach Villas

416-698-7796

•

from $415,000

11G

20 Beaverbrook Homes

Evolution

416-747-9691

• from $270,000

2G

28 Pemberton Group

Park Lake Residences

416-769-4343

• from $180,000

5H

34 H&R Developments

Westown

hr-newhomes.com •

•

• from $190,000

5C

43 Aspen Ridge Homes

Scenic On Eglinton

416-805-1781

•

•

49 Tribute Communities

RCMI

416-363-4800

50 Fieldgate Homes

Corktown Mews

corktownmews.ca

•

77 Aspen Ridge Homes

Seventy Seven Charles

416-203-7034

• • from $2100,000

8G

78 Your Home Developments

Nature’s Path

647-340-6972

•

from $280,000

17E

83 Arista Homes

Lilly Factory Towns

416-792-4872

• •

from $395,000

12G

87 Menkes

Bloom Park Towns

416-730-1600

•

from $690,000

8B

90 Sundance Homes

Braeburn Lane

sundancehomes.ca •

from $430,000

15D

from $250,000

• from $260,000

25 8F 25 8H 9 17E 43 3G

from $190,000

10F

• from $324,000

8H

from $550,000

9H

Toronto, Etobicoke, York, North York, East York, Scarborough

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Arista Homes

IMPRESSIONS

impressionskleinburg.com •

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from $650,000

5 & 21 4E

3

Fieldgate Homes

IMPRESSIONS

905-893-9500

•

• •

from $900,000

5, 25 & Insert 4E

3

Paradise Homes

IMPRESSIONS

impressionskleinburg.com •

• •

from $650,000

5 4E

4

Arista Homes

Vellore Woods

aristahomes.com •

from $750,000

21 8F

5

Aspen Ridge Homes

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

31 14D

5

Conservatory Group

Upper West Side

289-553-4156

•

from $1099,000

31 14D

5

Country Wide Homes

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

31 14D

5

Regal Crest Homes

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

31 14D

5

Townwood Homes

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

31 14D

6

Primont Homes

Renaissance Townes

905-417-3363

•

from $595,000

12 8D

9

Treasure Hill Homes

Moda Urban Village

treasurehill.com

•

19 8E

10

Forest Hill Homes

Bridle Path of Thornhill

foresthillhomes.ca •

from $1700,000

49 13F

20

Andrin Homes

Claridge Gate

andrinhomes.com

•

from $690,000

47 14D

24

Arista Homes

Vaughan Valley Estates

aristahomes.com •

from $1400,000

21 8F

44

Madison Homes

Thornhill

905-417-1203

•

from $1800,000

11 & 39 13G

56

Senator Homes

Bathurst 9130

289-597-4381

•

•

from $720,000

1

Country Wide Homes

Kleinburg Hills

KleinburgHills.com •

4E

1

Aspen Ridge Homes

Kleinburg Hills

aspenridgehomes.com •

4E

2

Tribute Communities

Gates of Nobleton

647-633-3500

•

from $950,000

4A

3

Tiffany Park Homes

Valleybrooke Estates

905-303-1620

•

from $870,000

8E

7

Lormel Homes

La Viva

lavivatowns.com •

from $350,000

5J

8

Fieldgate Homes

Kleinburg

905-893-9500

•

•

from $523,000

4E

12

Rosebury Homes

Riverside in Pine Grove

416-746-1234

•

from $400,000

24

Fieldgate Homes

Vaughan Valley Estates

905-893-9500

•

from $1150,000

8F

32

Andrin Homes

Chelsea Maple Station

905-553-0288

•

from $620,000

11E

42

Dunpar Homes

Riverside Village

416-253-5888

•

from $519,000

46

Country Wide Homes

The Point at Woodbridge

905-907-1500

•

from $700,000

8E

47

Country Wide Homes

Upper Thornhill Estates

905-907-1500

•

from $900,000

14E

48

Beaverhall Homes

Regency Estates

905-265-2634

•

from $1301,000

6H

48

Graywood Developments Ltd Regency Estates

905-265-2634

•

from $1250,000

6H

51

Aspen Ridge Homes

King Oaks

905-539-0181

•

from $1100,000

11B

51

Great Gulf

King Oaks

905-833-6413

•

from $1300,000

11B

52

Zancor Homes

Royal Collection

905-833-0883

•

•

from $550,000

12A

53

Treasure Hill Homes

Thornhill Woods

treasurehill.com •

from $950,000

13g

54

Fieldgate Homes

Rivers Edge

905-320-5642

•

• •

from $730,000

8E

55

Oskar Group

Le Sedici

lesedici.com

from $600,000

10E

20 13G

6I

5I

central region: Vaughan, Maple, Woodbridge, Thornhill

Site

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Heathwood Homes

Hampshire Mews

heathwood.com

9

Mattamy Homes

Richmond Green

www.mattamyhomes.com •

•

15 Forest Hill Homes

Jefferson Forest

foresthillhomes.ca •

•

from $800,000

49 4H

28 Senator Homes

Richvale

senatorhomes.com •

•

from $800,000

20 2J

3

Centra Homes

The Mills Collections

416-238-2404

•

from $940,000

5J

4

Aspen Ridge Homes

Kettle Lakes Club

289-231-2849

•

from $550,000

6D

5

St. Regis Homes

Mission Hill on Bayview

905-884-8885

from $850,000 6C

6

Fieldgate Homes

The Humberlands

905-773-7738

•

from $850,000

2C

7

Highmark Homes

Nuvo

647-206-2276

•

from $1100,000

2E

8

Treasure Hill Homes

Urbantowns on Bayview

treasurehill.com

from $730,000 7Q

14 Arista Homes

Jefferson Forest

jeffersonforest.ca •

•

from $586,000

4H

15 Madison Homes

Jefferson Forest

jeffersonforest.ca •

•

from $586,000

4H

16 Fieldgate Homes

Jefferson Forest

905-884-8017

•

•

from $586,000

4H

20 North Star Homes

King’s Crossing

416-291-9666

•

from $530,000

2E

22 Yorkwood Homes

Hillside Manors

905-770-4662

•

from $472,000

4I

26 Arten Development Group

The Manors of Roseview Grand

roseviewgrand.com

• •

from $650,000

4L

27 Acorn Homes

Oak Knoll

acornhomes.ca

from $650,000

3C

•

from $485,000

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Town of Newmarket

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7

8

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13

14

17

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11 Madison Homes

Greensborough

905-201-7700

from $1000,000

11 & 39 7G

15 Fieldgate Homes

Aurora Trails

fieldgatehomes.com •

•

from $590,000

25, 40-41 14E

15 Arista Homes

Aurora Trails

aristahomes.com •

•

from $590,000

21, 40 & 41 14E

15 Paradise Homes

Aurora Trails

auroratrails.com •

•

from $590,000

40-41 14E

15 OPUS HOMES

Aurora Trails

auroratrails.com •

•

from $590,000

40-41 14E

20 Fieldgate Homes

BlueSky Stouffville

fieldgatehomes.com •

from $690,000

25 18f

22 Geranium Homes

Pace on Main

905-591-1071

• from $330,000

35 18F

23 Arista Homes

Boxgrove Markham

aristahomes.com

•

26 Geranium Homes

Bloomington Woods

905-642-1900

•

from $1300,000

30 Madison Homes

Cornell Rouge

905-472-9556

•

•

from $600,000

11 & 39 8G

30 Forest Hill Homes

Cornell Rouge

905-472-9556

•

from $700,000

49 8G

50 Geranium Homes

Uptownes at Cardinal Point

905-640-9999

•

•

from $420,000

35 7F

70 Mattamy Homes

Cornell

mattamyhomes.com •

•

1

Marydel Homes

Woodland Hills

905-898-7380

•

from $400,000

10B

Beaverbrook Homes

The Terrace On Rouge Creek

905-640-7360

• •

from $390,000

18F

3

Mattamy Homes

St. John Forest

www.mattamyhomes.com

from $650,000

14E

4

Fieldgate Homes

The New U

905-477-6464

• •

from $593,000

5G

4

Arista Homes

The New U

905-534-1564

•

• •

from $490,000

5G

4

Paradise Homes

The New U

905-477-0317

•

• •

from $490,000

5G

4

Starlane Home Corporation The New U

905-534-0493

•

• •

from $490,000

5G

5

Treasure Hill Homes

Accolades in Markham

416-798-7705

•

from $830,000

6F

6

Primont Homes

Heirloom in Markham

905-201-2804

• •

from $510,000

7f

7

LeBovic Homes

Bovaird Trail

905-640-7361

•

• •

from $2597,000

14H

8

Country Wide Homes

Wismer Commons

905-907-1500

•

•

from $450,000

6G

9

Brookfield Residential

The Arbors

905-503-0992

•

from $650,000

14F

9

Country Wide Homes

The Arbors

905-907-1500

•

from $720,000

14F

10 Briarwood Homes

Havelock Town Manors

289-301-0077

•

from $560,000

13 National Homes

Stonehaven

416-746-1234

•

from $730,000

13D

13 National Homes

Stonehaven

416-746-1234

•

from $730,000

13D

14 Aspen Ridge Homes

Woodland Hills

416-270-9484

•

from $450,000

9C

16 Lindvest

Auroraglen

lindvest.com

•

•

14E

17 Conservatory Group

Heritage Estates

905-640-2274

•

•

from $283,000

18F

18 Kylemore Communities

Angus Glen West Village

905-887-9950

•

from $2000,000

4G

19 New Era Homes

Landmark Estates

905-953-9046

from $550,000

11D

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9 8G

6I

20 Starlane Home Corporation BlueSky Stouffville

starlanehomes.com •

from $434,000

18F

21 Andrin Homes

Glenway

andrinhomes.com •

10E

22 Conservatory Group

Heritage Collection

905-640-2274

•

from $680,000

18F

24 Ballantry Homes

Cornell

ballantryhomes.com •

•

from $520,000

8g

28 Preston Homes

Copper Hills

905-954-4050

from $500,000

14E

30 Madison Homes

Forest Hill

cornellrouge.com

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from $400,000

8G

41 Aspen Ridge Homes

Upper Cornell

905-554-3446

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from $495,000

7F

42 National Homes

Wismer Woods

416-746-1234

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from $680,000

6G

50 Geranium Homes

The Neighbourhoods of Cardinal Point 905-640-9999

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from $575,000

7F

50 Geranium Homes

Cardinal Point Downtown Stouffville 905-640-9999

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from $600,000

7F

50 Geranium Homes

Copperstone Ballantrae

905-640-9999

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from $1.1,000

7F

51 Oxford Homes

Coventry Valley

905-836-8902

from $600,000

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Potter’s Bend

905-294-3125

from $700,000

6G

53 H&R Developments

Castle Square

hr-newhomes.com

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54 Beaverbrook Homes

Victoria Highlands

416-924-0110

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from $450,000

10H

55 Country Wide Homes

Woodland Hills

905-907-1500

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10C

59 Primont Homes

Harmony

905-305-8871

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62 North Star Homes

Mill Fair Village

NorttStarHomesInc.com

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from $500,000

5T

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64 Starlane Home Corporation Upper Unionville

905-534-0493

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from $520,000

5G

64 Paradise Homes

Upper Unionville

905-477-6464

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from $520,000

5G

65 Fieldgate Homes

Victoria Manor

905-294-3125

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from $896,000

3G

66 Treasure Hill Homes

Aurora Woods on Bayview

905-727-5794

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from $769,000

13H

86 Cherrywood Homes

Glengrove on the Park

905-640-7571

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Victoria Highlands

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from $520,000

43 10H

16 Great Gulf

Summerlyn Village

905-775-3461

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from $590,000

37 8I

20 Oxford Homes

The Fairgrounds in Sutton

905-235-7744

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from $310,000

58 9G

59 Brookfield Residential

Fieldstone

1-855-379-1495

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from $600,000

17 5J

71 Briarwood Homes

Mill Street Village

millstreethomes.com

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from $480,000

59 8J

71 Ballymore Homes

Mill Street Village

millstreethomes.com

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from $480,000

59 8J

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Pacific Homes Limited

MarlLake Village

1-877-428-5115

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from $210,000

5F

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Red Berry Homes

MarlLake Village

1-877-428-5115

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from $210,000

5F

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Delpark Homes

Cedar Ridge

905-722-7210

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from $275,000

10G

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Losani Homes

Summit Shores

losanihomes.com/readybuilt

from $390,000

2E

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Mancini Homes

Princeton Woods

705-730-1978

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from $330,000

14E

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National Homes

The Forest

416-746-1234

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from $480,000

6

Mariposa Homes

Trailside

705-329-3330

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from $249,000

8C

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Grandview Homes

Mayberry Estates

705-735-0732

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from $460,000

9G

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Fandor Homes

Hamptons on Big Bay Point

705-792-6807

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from $250,000

18E

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Grandview Homes

Big Bay Point

705-735-0732

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from $355,000

13E

10 Summerhill Homes

West Shore Lakeside Community

705-689-0001

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from $350,000

9c

11 Ballymore Homes

Lakeside Meadows

1-877-455-0201

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from $290,000

9g

11 Ballymore Homes

Lakeside Meadows

1-877-455-0201

•

from $293,000

9g

12 Previn Court Homes

Victorian Village

1-855-777-3846

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from $335,000

13 Rosehaven Homes

Victoria Highlands

905-473-3225

•

9H

14 Rosehaven Homes

King Country Estates

905-558-0098

•

from $700,000

7k

14 Aspen Ridge Homes

King Country Estates

905-558-0255

•

from $780,000

7k

14 Country Wide Homes

King Country Estates

905-907-1500

•

from $750,000

7k

15 Marydel Homes

Seven Meadows

marydelhomes.com •

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from $290,000

11F

17 Brookfield Residential

Grand Central

905-778-0873

•

from $500,000

18 Grandview Homes

Cromwell Place

705-735-0732

•

7G

20 Aspen Ridge Homes

Simcoe Landing Keswick

647-921-0381

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from $490,000

9H

24 Kaitlin Corporation

Blue Shores

1-866-625-2583

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from $380,000

3E

Maplewood

705-835-0354

•

from $430,000

8E

28 Georgian International

Braestone Horseshoe Valley

705-727-5656

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from $450,000

8E

32 Country Homes

Alcona by the Lake

1-866-531-3424

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from $300,000

7H

33 Sandiego Homes

Lakeside Living in Innisfil

705-436-5445

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from $285,000

8G

37 Pristine Homes

Pebbleshores

705-436-5547

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from $240,000

7G

39 Stonebridge Building Group Stonebridge by The Bay

1-877-420-0880

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from $200,000

5E

40 Royalpark Homes

Emerald Forest

royalpark.com

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from $200,000

6H

41 Delpark Homes

Pretty River on Georgian Bay

1-888-257-1999

from $298,000

3E

42 RAYMAC Homes

Brennan Enclave

705-516-0681

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from $252,000

6H

43 Bremont Homes

Centretown

1-877-855-1122

•

from $234,000

5E

Treetops

1-855-590-3577

•

from $370,000

7I

44 Sorbara Group Of Companies Treetops

1-855-590-3577

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from $360,000

7I

45 Rosehaven Homes

Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

8I

45 Regal Crest Homes

Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

8I

45 Country Wide Homes

Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

8I

45 Aspen Ridge Homes

Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

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46 Devonleigh Homes Inc.

Creekside

705-444-0555

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from $210,000

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Parkside by Devonleigh

705-435-9991

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from $275,000

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48 Devonleigh Homes Inc.

Brownley Meadows

705-423-9662

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from $225,000

7G

55 Briarwood Homes

Briarwood Estates

705-294-2288

•

from $420,000

8G

58 Lakeview Homes

Greenbrook Village

519-306-0665

•

from $280,000

59 Delpark Homes

Fieldstone

MyFieldstone.ca

•

from $570,000

5J

60 Briarwood Homes

Pretty River Collingwood

1-888-257-1999

•

from $310,000

3E

65 Brookfield Residential

Willow Glen Tottenham

905-406-1044

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from $330,000

7J

70 Far Sight Homes

Greenfields

1-855-299-7929

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from $310,000

4I

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//IN THE NEWS

Kylemore opens bridge

CONNECTING TWO MARKHAM NEIGHBOURHOODS

The only paved connection between the East and West Villages of award-winning Angus Glen Community in Markham is now officially complete. To mark the occasion, City of Markham Mayor, Councillor Amanda Collucci and ratepayers association president Paul Bourbonniere joined with Lindsay Stollery and Kylemore Communities’ Patrick O’Hanlon and Frank Spaziani, to be first to cross Blackstock Bridge, and likely the only ones to do so in golf carts. Guests were invited to unveil one of four naming plaques installed on the bridge.

The bridge is named after Frank Blackstock Stollery, the grandfather of Arthur Stollery who purchased the land known as Angus Glen in the 1950s. Frank Stollery’s father, William, was a Toronto-area home builder and entrepreneur who loaned Frank $1,000 which he used to open his own haberdashery shop on Yonge Street at Bloor in 1901. Frank named the business “Stollerys” which ultimately grew to be a city landmark and destination shop for men’s and women’s wear until it sold in 2015. Frank remained active in the retail clothing profession until his retirement in 1968.

“We are pleased the bridge is named after Frank in recognition of the Stollery family’s history in home building and entrepreneurship,” says Lindsay Stollery, great-granddaughter of Frank Blackstock Stollery.

Since 1997, Kylemore has been developing and building Angus Glen Community. “It has always been in our master-plan to connect the two neighbourhoods by extending Angus Glen Boulevard across the creek. We know that the residents will appreciate this new route to get around from home, to parks, shops, the Angus Glen Community Centre, Angus Glen Golf Club and local schools,” says Patrick O’Hanlon, president of Kylemore Communities. Kylemore worked under the direction of the Ministry of Natural Resources to ensure the bridgebuilding program caused the least amount of disruption to the creek and environment.

Angus Glen Community comprises almost 1,100 homes, numerous parks, golf courses, shops and restaurants and 72 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | MAY 2 - 16, 2015

won a prestigious 2014 Markham Design Excellence Award.

In 2013, the community received the Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) Association’s Places to Grow Low-rise Community of the Year Award.

Kylemore’s Sales Centre is at 285 Angus Glen Blvd., south off Major MacKenzie Road, west of Kennedy Road. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday by appointment only call 905.887.9950. For more information visit kylemorecommunities.com

May 2 - 16, 2015

Showcasing new homes in the GTA’s west region

IN THIS SECTION

>> Maps and listings for new-home communities in the west region >> Builder news and the latest in new homes in the west region

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Discover the Dunsire difference.

Dunsire Developments builds homes and communities throughout the GTA & Southwestern Ontario that are elegant, warm and perfectly suited to your lifestyle. Discover Dunsire today.

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$400s

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anchorsatlakeview.com

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Your village in the heart of Caledon.

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Towns from the low $400’s Limited Availablity of Semis from the high $400’s 43’ & 50’ Singles from the high $600’s

Live at The Village of SouthFields and call prestigious Caledon home. This award winning master-planned community is waiting to welcome you. With schools, parks, ice rink, ponds, playground and trails - and over 1,000 delighted families already moved in. Where kids can walk to school and neighbours greet each other by name. Wide lots, smaller lots, pie-shaped lots, ravine lots, greenbelt lots - lots of lots. It’s all happening at the perfect village at the edge of the city. Visit today.

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Phase 3 now available at

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rookfield Residential has released the much-anticipated third phase at Fieldstone in Mono. Discover a brilliant selection of residences on 60-, 70-, 80- and 100-ft. homesites in this popular community situated just north of Caledon, near Orangeville, only a 30-minute drive to the GTA. Purchasers are attracted to this amenity-rich area, where excellent

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schools, health care facilities, shopping and services are only minutes away. Active residents also appreciate proximity to golfing, skiing, bicycle trails and more.

In the new release, the homes are beautifully appointed with stunning standards such as nine-ft. ceiling heights and hardwood throughout the main floor, a gas fireplace with a stone-cast mantel, full oak staircase, a Corian countertop in the luxurious master ensuite and Brookfield’s signature Panorama View Window. Gourmet kitchens come with upgraded cabinetry, granite or quartz countertops, stainless steel canopy hood fan and a decorative island.

BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL | Fieldstone

LOCATION Mono HOUSING TYPE Detached homes on 60-, 70-, 80- and 100-ft. homesites SALES CENTRE 20719 Hwy. 9, open Monday to Thursday 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Model homes open weekends from noon to 4 p.m.

CONTACT 1.855.379.1495 myfieldstone.ca

In this convenient setting, Fieldstone is a neighbourhood of estate-style homes nestled into tranquil enclaves. Many of the extra-deep homesites back onto protected greenspace. Among the choices at this elegant community are the luxury bungalow and two-storey homes in the Signature Collection. Be sure to tour the two designer-decorated homes that showcase the quality and gorgeous design that can be yours. The models showcase many of Brookfield’s standard and upgraded features and finishes, as well as creative design ideas that enliven the spaces.

The Preston, a 60-ft. two-storey model, and the Cheshire, a 70-ft. bungalow with optional loft model offer gourmet kitchens,

grand family rooms, luxurious ensuites and relaxing master retreats. Prices begin from the $600’s.

Brookfield’s Mono Presentation Centre is located at 20719 Hwy. 9, west of Kennedy Road. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The model homes are open weekends from noon to 4 p.m. Call 1.855.379.1495 or visit myfieldstone.ca MAY 2 - 16, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 77

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foresthillhomes.ca

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Barca Verde

barcaverde.ca

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905-990-1745

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vandykcommunities.com

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705-435-9991

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Central Park North

905-890-0195

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Lakeshore Village

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905-696-7938

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Park View Trail

416-253-5888

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The Village of Southfields

905-843-0707

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Mayfield Village

905-230-2592

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Lotus Pointe Caledon

905-838-2806

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Westfield

905-866-6876

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Southfield Meadows

treasurehill.com

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Centretown

905-495-5067

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Meadow Green

647-287-7042

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Pathways

905-584-2225

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Credit Manor Heights

yourkingdom.ca

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yourkingdom.ca

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Credit Manor Heights

yourkingdom.ca

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Newtowns at Mount Pleasant

www.primonthomes.com

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Valley Lands

905-457-0445

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67 Primont Homes

Seasons in Caledon

www.primonthomes.com

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from $600,000

13 7M

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Empire Communities

Lakeside

empirelakeside.com •

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from $350,000

7N

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VanMar Homes

Credit Ridge Estates

416-746-1234

•

from $550,000

8P

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Tiffany Park Homes

The Estates of Spring Valley

905-216-5620

•

from $583,000

6P

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Regal Crest Homes

Countryside Meadows

countrysidemeadows.ca

•

from $346,000

8M

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Treasure Hill Homes

Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

•

from $780,000

11L

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Starlane Home Corporation Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

•

from $780,000

11L

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Greenpark Homes

Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

•

from $780,000

11L

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Mattamy Homes

Mount Pleasant North

mattamyhomes.com

• • from $341,000

7O

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Mattamy Homes

Mount Pleasant Village

mattamyhomes.com •

• • from $255,000

7O

10 Starlane Home Corporation Mount Pleasant Meadows

meadowsbrampton.com

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from $464,000

6O

10 Valery Homes

Mount Pleasant Meadows

meadowsbrampton.com

•

from $464,000

6O

11 Greenpark Homes

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Lotus Pointe Caledon

LotusPointeCaledon.ca

•

from $450,000

6M

11 Starlane Home Corporation Lotus Pointe Caledon

LotusPointeCaledon.ca

•

from $450,000

6M

11 Rosehaven Homes

Lotus Pointe Caledon

LotusPointeCaledon.ca •

from $450,000

6M

13 Stanford Homes

The Ravines of Credit Woods

905-453-4200

•

from $570,000

6P

15 Fieldgate Homes

Cobblestones

905-457-0445

•

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from $679,000

8Q

16 Rosehaven Homes

Urban Towndominiums at Mount Pleasant rosehavenurban.com

• • from $295,000

6O

17 Pemberton Group

Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club 905-799-5000

•

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8M

18 Saberwood Homes

Heart Lake Village

905-773-6549

• from $300,000

8N

20 Landmart Homes

Casablanca

905-915-5227

•

from $730,000

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Trinity Village

905-846-2930

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from $440,000

7N

25 Heathwood Homes

Terracotta Village at The Credit Valley 905-874-4741

•

from $430,000

9Q

32 Forest Hill Homes

Ravines of Castlemore

905-794-8875

•

from $650,000

8K

37 Oxford Homes

Adena Ridge

905-584-6444

from $600,000

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38 Andrin Homes

Turnberry Townhomes AndrinTowns.com

51 Acorn Homes

Castlegate

55 Rosehaven Homes

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant 416-410-0175

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from $350,000

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The Neigbourhoods of Mount Pleasant LoveMountPleasant.com •

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from $270,000

6P

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acornhomes.ca

55 Townwood Homes

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant LoveMountPleasant.com

55 Paradise Homes

Upper Mount Pleasent

paradisedevelopments.com •

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Meadowlands

519-942-3312

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60 Primont Homes

Castlemore

905-856-5777

64 Meridian Homes

Credit Valley Manors

65 Great Gulf 66 Ballantry Homes

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6P

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905-216-5186

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Mount Pleasant

905-459-5772

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from $640,000

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Spring Valley Village

ballantryhomes.com

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from $420,000

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www.mattamyhomes.com

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Averton Square

avertonsquare.com •

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The Enclaves of Upper Canada

289-891-9103

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liveontheridge.ca •

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liveontheridge.ca •

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Lyon’s Creek

lyonscreekchippawa.com •

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lyonscreekchippawa.com •

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Perth Park

905-628-9559

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Edgewood

905-356-9408

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Spallacci Homes

Simona Place

spallaccihomes.com • 2Q

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Spallacci Homes

Eden Park

905-381-4280

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from $320,000 2Q

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Eden Park

www.spallaccihomes.com •

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The Uptowns of waterdown

905-690-7600

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Lakeview Homes

Cannery Park

1800-565-5150

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from $320,000 9G

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Beaverhall Homes

Forestwood

905-636-1365

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from $518,000 9G

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Rolling Meadows

905-680-0841

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Branthaven Homes

Jazz Condos

jazzcondos.ca

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Tobyn Park Homes

Park City

parkliving.ca

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Heathwood Homes

The Village at Traditions

905-876-3140

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Mattamy Homes

Hawthorne South Village

mattamyhomes.com

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from $380,000 9G

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Jasper Village

905-636-1942

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1-800-479-9777

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from $194,000 12R

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Park Place Village

905-690-7600

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from $250,000 8m

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Weaver’s Mill

weaversmill.com/nh

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35 Phelps Homes

Jordan Village

phelpshomes.com

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from $345,000 8R

36 Phelps Homes

Brookside

phelpshomes.com

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from $236,000 7R

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Streamside

phelpshomes.com •

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Ancaster Glen

289-239-7629

from $370,000 2Q

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The Fairgrounds

289-286-0928

from $250,000 2Q

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Greenhill Glen

905-538-8752

from $270,000 4Q

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Sherman Oaks

905-574-0828

from $290,000 3R

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Paramount

905-560-2061

from $230,000 3R

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Orchard Park

905-930-9943

from $390,000 5Q

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Discovery

905-563-0666

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mattamyhomes.com

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Trafalgar Landing

905-844-1605

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Bronte Park Town Manors

416-746-1234

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from $590,000

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Oakvillage

oakvillage.ca

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from $410,000

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Oakvillage

oakvillage.ca

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from $410,000

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Oakvillage

905-639-9006

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from $410,000

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Millstone On The Park

905-825-3619

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//TAXING ISSUES

First-time buyers –

BUY WHEN YOU’RE READY AND ABLE » by HENRY CHOO CHONG

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HENRY CHOO CHONG,

CGA, sits on many committees and provides accounting and tax services to individuals and businesses in the GTA. He can be reached at 416.485.5225. Questions to Taxing Issues can be emailed to choochonghcga@yahoo.ca

This year, my wife and I would like to get into our first home.

We have saved almost $80,000 for a down payment. This was three years of eating at home, once per week dine out and no vacations. Movies and pub nights were out, with the odd exception. Although the real estate market has changed, homes are pricier than three years ago. Is this the right time to buy? Or should we wait it out?

Steve and Kathy, North York

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The Canadian real estate landscape, though it has experienced challenges in some areas and housing types, is proving resilient.

Experts do not foresee a U.S. style crash, but a decline in sales with moderate price increases is likely for some areas. Quick flips and fast returns may be a thing of the past.

First-time homebuyers should not try to time the market, but buy when you are ready and able. Leave market timing to the experts, if such a thing is possible.

A home used as your primary residence is a great investment. From a financial and tax perspective, there are at least three good reasons.

In Canada, the sale of a family home is tax-free. A home that is a principal residence that is subsequently sold at a higher price than initially purchased, will be exempt from income taxes. That’s right, Stephen Harper will not share in your good fortune. Secondly, pay yourself first, not a landlord. For many, mortgage payments are a way of “forced savings.” It makes more economic sense to fatten your pocket than a landlord. Thirdly, you can decorate and enjoy the home as you please. No money saved, but gratifying to the soul.

However, before venturing out into the land of homeownership, it would be

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prudent to do some homework. There were recent changes introduced by the federal finance ministry that affect mortgages and the housing industry: ›› Buy what you can afford Many times, the heart is bigger than the pocketbook. Know what price range is comfortable and try not to deviate. ›› Get the best interest rate and terms Shop around for the best rate and terms. Financial institutions want your business more than you need them. A half point rate differential can cost you thousands. So can a mortgage that is closed or not portable ›› Big down payment Put down as much as possible to avoid a high-ratio mortgage. Be aware of some recent changes to mortgage rules, such as: • Purchasers requires mortgage insurance (CMHC) for less than 20 per cent down payment • Amortization period – reduced from 30 to 25 years. Could add several hundred dollars to monthly payments • Gross Debt Service Ratio (GDS) 39 per cent. Banks use this to determine what you can afford based on gross income to housing costs. Check if you are on-side. ›› First-time homebuyers Should make sure monthly mortgage payments are manageable and will continue to be so even if interest rates rise as early as next year and payments increase ›› Closing costs Set aside an additional two to three per cent of purchase price of the house for closing such as, Land Transfer Tax, legal costs and unwelcome surprises. You do not want get caught short several thousand dollars on closing day in order to complete the deal. Speak to a real estate lawyer and he or she will give you some ideas ›› HST, Land Transfer Tax Under certain circumstances, first-time homebuyers can qualify for Toronto Land Transfer Tax and HST rebates. Remember, you pay 13 per cent HST on new homes, not resales. If you’re buying a new home, check if HST is included in price quoted. What happens to the HST rebate? Who gets it? ›› Home Buyers Plan (HBP) Use your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) as part of the down payment. An individual and their spouse, provided they qualify, may withdraw up to $25,000 each, tax-free, from their RRSPs. You then have 15 years to repay the amounts to your RRSP, starting after the second year of your withdrawal.

May 2 - 16, 2015

Showcasing new homes in the GTA’s east region

IN THIS SECTION

>> Maps and listings for new-home communities in the east region >> Builder news and the latest in new homes in the east region

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A variety of homes styles available

An affordable lifestyle flourishes in

PORT HOPE

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LOCATION Port Hope HOUSING TYPE Bungalows SALES CENTRE White Road, north off Marsh Road, just west of Toronto Street, open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thursday and Friday CONTACT 1.877.540-0555 geraniumhomes.com

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ew-home buyers seeking excellent design, great value and high-level interior finishes in a superb location are finding it worth their while to travel beyond the Greater Toronto Area. Award-winning builder Geranium Homes is seeing many Toronto-based visitors at its all-bungalow community called The Verandas in Port Hope. The location is popular among empty nesters and professionals who find they can right-size their lifestyle with Geranium’s well designed floorplans. The Verandas is also attracting young families who appreciate the affordability of these fully detached Energy Star qualified homes.

The Verandas is located just minutes from Port Hope’s historic downtown, named TV Ontario’s “Best Preserved Main Street.” Port Hope is proud of its heritage and has 300 designated buildings, more per capita than anywhere else in Canada. Alongside the preservation of its history, Port Hope has also experienced gradual growth, with new residents attracted to its beautiful scenery, year-round festivals and events and abundant recreation.

“We’ve been building new neighbourhoods in Port Hope since 1999,” says Boaz Feiner, president of Geranium’s housing division. “It’s a different pace of life here on the shores of Lake Ontario. Port Hope offers the ideal combination of urban experience within a rural setting which is why more people are moving here.”

With the arrival of spring and the ongoing pace of sales, Geranium is building all the remaining homes in the second phase, offering closing dates starting early 2016. The Verandas exteriors feature covered front porches, double car garages and

GERANIUM HOMES | The Verandas

Beautiful model home to view

Historic downtown Port Hope.

Photo courtesy of Municipality of Port Hope.

Geranium Homes is the Housing Division of Geranium Corp., one of Ontario’s few fully integrated land development and building companies.

The Ganaraska River runs through town

heritage influenced maintenance-free materials designed for beautiful streetscapes.

Set on 42- and 48-ft. lots, layouts of two- and three-bedrooms have been designed with optional plans for more variety and choice; including finished basement areas.

Sizes range from 1,322 to 1,771 sq. ft. (with optional finished lower level included).

Prices range from $313,900 to more than $400,000.

The Verandas is close to Port Hope Golf Club and Yacht Club, along with more than 200 acres of parkland, including trails, ball diamonds, gardens, naturalized areas and playgrounds. The Ganaraska River has some of the best fishing in the province and the Waterfront Trail is just one of numerous hiking, walking and cycling trails in Northumberland County. Residents of The Verandas can walk to shopping, and it’s just a 10-minute drive to Northumberland Hills Hospital in neighbouring Cobourg.

In addition to excellent construction standards, Geranium’s homes are Energy Star for New Homes qualified, featuring third-party verification and up to 20-per-cent energy savings (over homes built to Ontario Building Code minimum standards) from the day you move in.

Geranium Homes is the Housing Division of Geranium Corp., one of Ontario’s few fully integrated land development and building companies. For 38 years, Geranium has taken numerous master-planned communities from

conception to completion creating neighbourhoods with families in mind and establishing a solid reputation for quality design and construction.

Geranium was proud to receive the industry’s 2014 Places to Grow Community of the Year Award, and in 2012, the Home Builder of The Year and Canadian Home Builder Association’s Grand Sam awards.

The Verandas Sales Centre and model home is on White Road, north off Marsh Road, just west of Toronto Street. Hwy. 401 Exit 461 Welcome/ Port Hope. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thursday and Friday.

Call 1.877.540.0555 or visit geraniumhomes.com MAY 2 - 16, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 89

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Rossland/Winchester R

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Brawley Rd

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Country Lane

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Bloor St

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14 Heathwood Homes

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15 Kantium Development & Construction Trafalgar Green

416-746-1234

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38 11I

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U.C. Towns

905-571-0222

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15 13F

47 Senator Homes

Harbourside Condominiums

905-493-3823

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from $250,000

20 9J

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Charing Cross

905-571-1011

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from $390,000 14E

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Great Gulf

Stonecrest

greatgulf.com

•

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from $298,000 14G

4

Menkes

Somerset

905-428-0500

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from $690,000 7G

5

Tribute Communities

The Village of Brooklin West

905-425-0539

•

from $400,000 11D

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Emery Homes

Town Central

1-877-953-6379

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from $350,000 4J

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Highmark Homes

Triumph

whitbytriumph.ca

•

from $390,000 10G

8

Lakeview Homes

The Forest of Lyndebrook

416-746-1234

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Stafford Homes

Elements Townhomes

elementsajax.com

from $390,000 7H

10 Fernbrook Homes

Altona Woods

fernbrookhomes.com

13 Lifetime Homes

Folkstone

1-877-365-9555

•

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from $335,000 10G

21 Great Gulf

Grandview Oshawa

1-888-579-7235

•

from $334,000 14F

31 Preston Homes

Prestonvale Heights

905-432-2800

•

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from $350,000 15J

34 Tribute Communities

The Neighbourhoods of Park Ridge 905-723-2344

•

from $339,000 15G

45 Sundial Homes Limited

Mulberry Meadows

905-427-8255

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from $500,000 6J

48 Senator Homes

Whitby by the Lake

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from $250,000 10J

54 Baycliffe Homes

The Gates of Whitby

905-668-9828

•

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from $250,000 9G

60 greycrest homes

the fields of conlin

905-725-4539

•

from $310,000 15G

67 Midhaven Homes

Breeze

1-877-773-6888

•

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from $300,000 15F

68 Storybook Homes

Brookstone Estates

905-438-9516

•

from $1050,000 11C

90 LeBovic Homes

Old Taunton in Pickering

905-428-3434

•

91 Sundance Homes

The Towns of Nichol Green Phase 2 905-441-3312

92 Glen Rouge Homes

The Cornerstone

905-415-2710

•

from $450,000

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Verandas

905-885-0555

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from $314,000

35 10I

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Mason Homes

Port Hope Lakeside Village

905-885-6565

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from $229,000 15J

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Far Sight Homes

King’s Bay Golf & Country Club Estates 905-642-8383

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from $460,000 16B

3

Far Sight Homes

The Estates at Sunset Ridge

905-642-9015

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from $930,000 2E

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Parkview Homes

Jackson Creek Meadows

705-748-4663

•

2I

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Jackson Creek Meadows Townhomes 705-748-4663

•

2I

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Brookfield Residential

Foxtrail

foxtraillife.ca

•

8

Kaitlin Group Ltd.

Port of Newcastle

1-800-305-6849

•

8

Kylemore Communities

Port of Newcastle

905-987-5146

•

from $479,000 14E

8

Storybook Homes

Bond Head Estates

905-438-9516

•

from $850,000 14E

9

Parkview Homes

Harmony Condominiums

705-748-4663

14 Rice Developments

Willmot Creek On The Lake

905-697-5806

•

from $225,000 11D

18 B.G. Schickedanz

Lake Scugog Estates

1-888-894-9888

•

from $330,000 18B

26 Kaitlin Group Ltd.

Aspen Heights

905-697-0513

• from $165,000 10C

26 Kaitlin Group Ltd.

Condominiums at Clarington Centre 905-697-4513

• from $210,000 10c

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Country Classics

1-866-514-3573

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from $300,000 10c

30 Empire Communities

Estates of Wyndance

905-649-8197

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from $900,000 3e

34 Carrington Homes

Woodlands of Upper Courtice

905-787-0963

•

from $260,000

35 Mason Homes

Parklands

1-866-443-7900

•

from $269,000 3H

39 H&R Developments

Gracefields

hr-newhomes.com •

from $322,000 4C

39 Thornridge Homes

Gracefields

1-877-361-4226

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from $320,000 4C

39 Lindvest

Gracefields

1-877-361-4226

•

from $320,000 4C

45 Highcastle Homes

Northglen

northglen.ca

•

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from $221,000 11B

45 Delpark Homes

Northglen

905-419-7222

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from $221,000 11B

45 Esquire Homes

Northglen

northglen.ca

from $245,000 11B

48 Jeffery Homes

BrookHill

905-697-0765

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from $300,000 10B

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West Park Village

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Bank of Canada holds overnight lending rate » by ALYSSA RICHARD

ALYSSA RICHARD

is the Founder and CEO of RateHub.ca – a financial product comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart financial decisions.

Interest rates aren’t going anywhere.

The Bank of Canada announced on April 15 that it was going to leave its overnight lending rate at 0.75 per cent for another six weeks – and depending on the picture our future economy paints, it could be for a lot longer than that.

The overnight rate has only been sitting at 0.75 per cent for a little less than three months now, after Governor Stephen Poloz finally decided to cut it down from the one per cent it had held steady at for nearly 4.5 years. That decision was made in January, in an attempt to shield highly indebted Canadians from the negative impacts of the significant drop in oil prices (and job losses that have occurred as a result).

With oil prices staying low and the economy continuing to suffer, it was presumed that the central bank would further cut its rate in March and again today – but that didn’t happen.

The Canadian economy is estimated to have stalled in the first quarter of 2015. The ultimate size of this impact will need to be monitored closely.

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In a speech he made just a few weeks ago, Poloz announced that, “the first quarter of 2015 will look atrocious, because the oil shock is a big deal for us.” And it did. “The Canadian economy is estimated to have stalled in the first quarter of 2015. The ultimate size of this impact will need to be monitored closely.”

As of today, total CPI inflation is at one per cent, which reflects the drop in consumer energy prices, and core inflation remains close to two per cent. Unfortunately, first quarter results will place additional pressure on inflation, but GDP growth is expected to rebound later this year.

And the central bank continues to offer messages of hope that the economy should reach and remain at full capacity by the end of 2016.

If the economy doesn’t pick up, we could see another interest rate cut this year. But our guess is Poloz will monitor it for a longer period of time than just three or four months before making that decision. The next interest rate announcement is on May 27, so we’ll see what the future holds then.

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» Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart

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AMORTIZATION PERIOD

CHART FIGURE

EXAMPLE: 5%

25 YEARS

5.82

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MONTHLY PAYMENT

(MORTGAGE AMOUNT $125,000)

125

Canadian mortgage payment factors Instructions:

01 02 03 04

Determine the appropriate 5-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate, which is easiest to qualify for.

Run your finger down the left column of the table below to find the rate (round to the nearest 1/4%).

Choose your desired amortization period across the top of the table (25 years has lowest payment and is easiest to qualify for first-time buyers).

At the intersection of the column and row is your mortgage payment per month per $100,000 borrowed.

» Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

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$

Mortgage payment calculation chart %

INTEREST RATES

15 YEARS

2.50%

AMORTIZATION PERIODS 20 YEARS

25 YEARS

30 YEARS

$666

$529

$448

$394

2.75%

$678

$541

$461

$407

3.00%

$690

$554

$473

$421

3.25%

$702

$566

$486

$434

3.50%

$714

$579

$499

$448

3.75%

$726

$591

$513

$461

4.00%

$738

$604

$526

$476

4.25%

$750

$617

$540

$490

4.50%

$763

$630

$553

$504

4.75%

$775

$644

$567

$519

5.00%

$788

$657

$582

$534

5.25%

$801

$671

$596

$549

5.50%

$814

$684

$610

$564

5.75%

$827

$698

$625

$579

6.00%

$840

$712

$640

$595

6.25%

$853

$726

$655

$611

6.50%

$866

$741

$670

$626

6.75%

$880

$755

$685

$642

7.00%

$893

$769

$700

$659

Table provided by Calum Ross, Owner, President and Principal Broker at Calum Ross Mortgage. He can be reached at 416.410.9905, calum@calumross.com and calumross.com MAY 2 - 16, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 97

Compare mortgage rates for your best deal CHARTERED BANKS

Variable

6 Months

1 Year

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

ATB Financial

2.35

4

2.94

2.64

2.54

2.69

2.74

Alterna Svgs/Alterna Bk

2.45

4

2.98

2.98

2.98

2.94

2.78

Bank of Montreal

2.85

4

2.89

2.84

3.39

3.89

2.79

Bank of Nova Scotia

2.85

4.55

3.09

3.39

3.89

4.49

3.04

3.65

4.2

4.74

2.99

2.79

2.25

6.70op

6.35op

Canadian Western Bank CFF Bank

4

CIBC

2.85

Manulife Bank

2.55

4.45

National Bank

n/a

4.4

President’s Choice Finan

2.85

TD Canada Trust

2.85

Tangerine

2.85

6.30op

6.30op 3.29

4.00op

6.30op

6.30op

6.45op

6.50op

6.45op

6.30op

3.14

2.89

2.5

Royal Bank

4.00op

2.29

4.00op

3.55

2.69

2.89

2.69 4.79

3

2.94

2.84

2.79

2.79

2.89

2.84

3.39

2.74

2.84

6.70op

3.35op

6.70op 3.04

3.65

3.49

2.73

4.44

2.89

2.24

3.39

3.89

2.74

3.19

3.24

3.49

3.69

3.79

3.14 2.89 6.70op 3.35 6.30op 2.89 3.14 6.50op 3.29 6.45op

3.25 2.59 6.30op 3.5 6.30op 2.44 3.09 6.30op 3.09 6.50op

3.95 3.39

4.74 3.89

4.99 4.64

3.7

4.3

4.35

2.54 3.75

2.64 4.39

2.64 3.29

3.39

3.89

4.49

3.01

3.1 6.25op 2.89 6.30op 2.19 3.04 6.34op 2.69 3.09 6.30op 2.25 6.25op 3.95 3.09 6.30op 2.85 2.95op 2.7

3.33

3.65

3.13

2.95

2.99

2.79

2.34 3.19

2.54 2.99

2.69 2.69

2.89 3.75

3.04 4.39

3.09 4.79

3.35

2.7

3.05

4.35 3.55

4.84 3.29

5.14 2.69

2.95

3.05

3.15

2.75

2.85

2.85

3.14

6.30op

2.29

6.30op

6.30op

4.39

4.64

TRUST COMPANIES Community Trust Concentra Financial

n/a n/a

6.5 5

Effort Trust

n/a

4.45

Home Trust Company Investors Group Trust

2.35 n/a

3.95 4.2

MTCC

2.85

4.55

OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Airline Financial C.U.

4

Comtech Credit Union

2.45

6.2

First National Fin FirstOntario C.U.

. LP

3.1 2.85

n/a

4.2

IC Savings London Life Luminus Financial

2.45

2.89 6.40op 2.29 2.99 6.34op 2.99 3.14 6.50op 2.85

4

3.6 3.09

MCAP Meridian Credit Union

2.35 2.65

Parama Credit Union

2.65

2.8

Steinbach Credit Union

2.4

2.6

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.

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Brookfield Residential

Uxbridge – Foxtrail

An exclusive enclave of 46 bungalow townhomes from the $400’s. brookfieldhomes.ca

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Treasure Hill Homes

Markham – Accolades

Now open – singles, semis and townhomes in Markham. treasurehill.com National Homes

Etobicoke – Richview

Freehold townhomes in the heart of Etobicoke from the $570’s. nationalhomes.com Tribute Communities

Nobleton – Gates of Nobleton

Grand opening now on – luxurious detached homes on 50-, 60- and 70-ft. lots. mytribute.ca Tribute Communities

Oshawa – U.C.

Grand opening of this new master-planned community in north Oshawa. mytribute.ca

Averton Homes

Mount Albert – Victoria Highlands

NEW OPENINGS Ballymore Homes

Now open – community of bungalows and two-storey homes. victoriahighlands.com Arista Homes

North York – Goddard on the Valley

Tottenham – Mill Street Village

Model home now open for these semis and select number of detached homes. aristahomes.com

Averton Homes

Brampton – Valleylands on Chinguacousy

Grand opening now on for these 50-ft. ravine lot homes. millstreethomes.com

Fieldgate Homes

Bowmanville – Beacon Hill

Grand opening – freehold towns, 28-ft. linked singles, 38- and 45-ft. detached singles. fieldgatehomes.com

Rosebury Homes

Brampton – Mount Pleasant North

Now open – collection of detached homes on 40-ft. lots from the low $400’s. averton.ca

Woodbridge – Riverside in Pine Grove

Now open – an intimate enclave of urban towns by the river. liveatriverside.ca Rosehaven Homes

Caledon – Lotus Pointe

Now open – two- and three-storey freehold towns from $459,990 and 36-ft. singles from $614,990. moveuptocaledon.ca Laurier Homes

Scarborough – Keeler Park

Now open – a small enclave of architecturally distinct semis and detached home designs. laurierhomes.com Andrin Homes

Vaughan – Maple Station

Now open – modern freehold townhomes from the low $600’s. andrinhomes.com Rosehaven Homes

Brampton – Urban Towndominiums at Mount Pleasant

Grand Opening now on – collection of 64 spacious two- and three-bedroom Towndominiums. rosehavenurban.com Madison Homes

Markham – Greensborough

A limited number of detached 36-, 41- and 45-ft. lots. madisonhomes.ca

Mattamy Homes

Rosehaven Homes

Bradford – DreamFields

Limited release of 45- and 36-ft. singles from $519,990s. rosehavenhomes.com Ballymore Homes/Briarwood Homes

Sutton – Jubilee

Singles on 36-, 40- and 50-ft. lots from the $300’s. myjubilee.ca Brookfield Residential

Aurora – The Arbors

New phase of two- and three-storey upscale townhomes in a master-planned community. brookfieldhomes.ca Brookfield Residential

Tottenham – Willow Glen

Phase II now open – 36, 43- and 50-ft. designs. brookfieldhomes.ca Brookfield Residential

Alliston – Treetops

Phase 2 now open – 32-, 36- and 45-ft. single-family homesites. brookfieldhomes.ca Fieldgate Homes

Etobicoke – Humber Mews

New release of urban townhomes and new balcony suites. fieldgatehomes.com Menkes

Etobicoke – Humber Mews

New release of townhomes with basement and garage access, from $559,990. menkes.com Empire Communities

Brampton – Lakeside

New 38-ft. designs in a community of townhomes, semis and detached homes. empirelakeside.com Mattamy Homes

Oakville – The Preserve

Now open – this selection of three-storey townhomes and detached homes on 30-, 38and 45-ft. lots. mattamyhomes.com

A new release of Village Homes and 34-, 38- and 45-ft. detached homes. mattamyhomes.com

Fieldgate Homes

Markham – Cornell Rouge

Forest Hill Homes & Madison Homes

Richmond Hill – The Humberlands

New release of freehold towns and singles on 30-, 36- and 40-ft. lots. cornellrouge.com

Aspen Ridge Homes

Brampton – Spring Valley Village

Grand opening – 30-, 36- and 50-ft. singles close to parks, schools, shopping and more. fieldgatehomes.com

Ballantry Homes

Richmond Hill – Kettle Lakes Club

New release of semi-detached and detached homes surrounded by valley lands. ballantryhomes.com

National Homes

Oshawa – Park Ridge

Now open in Richmond Hill – a collection of executive townhomes on a protected ravine. aspenridgehomes.com

Forest Hill – The Churchill Collection

Now open at Spadina and St. Clair, refined townhome residences. churchillcollection.ca

NEW RELEASES Aspen Ridge Homes/Regal Crest Homes/CountryWide Homes

Brampton – Credit Manor Heights

Phase 3 final release of 50’ and 70-ft. luxury singles from the mid $800’s. yourkingdom.ca Menkes

Etobicoke – Dwell City Towns

New release of urban townhomes in the heart of Etobicoke. menkes.com

Tribute Communities

New 40-, 50- and never before seen 36-ft. designs on extra deep lots. mytribute.ca

Aspen Ridge Homes

Markham – Upper Cornell

New release now available – semis and detached homes on 30-ft. lots. aspenridgehomes.com Great Gulf Homes

Bradford – Summerlyn Village

Limited edition detached homes on premium conservation lots. greatgulf.com Queensgate Avalee

Brampton – Vales of the Humber

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And coming soon, exciting new communities like Cornell in Markham, Heron Park in Scarborough, Richmond Green in Richmond Hill, and Seaton in Pickering.

Thanks to thoughtful design and an insistence on making every space beautifully livable, Mattamy has created over 70,000 homes in hundreds of communities across North America.

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Country Wide Homes - Credit Manor Heights

27

Andrin Homes - Hillsborough Holland Landing

46

Country Wide Homes - Queensville

60

Country Wide Homes - Upper West Side

31

Arista Homes - Aurora Trails

21, 40 & 41

Arista Homes - Boxgrove Markham

21

Decade Homes - Yorkdale Village Phase II

61

Arista Homes - Goddard on the Valley

21

Dunpar Homes - Heritage Gate

48

Dunsire Developments - Anchors at lakeview

74

Arista Homes - IMPRESSIONS

5 & 21

Arista Homes - Vaughan Valley Estates

21

Dunsire Developments - Barca Verde

74

Arista Homes - Vellore Woods

21

Dunsire Developments - Crown Collection

74

Dunsire Developments - White Cedar Estates

74

Aspen Ridge Homes - Corporate Aspen Ridge Homes - Credit Manor Heights Aspen Ridge Homes - Mayfield Village

1 27

Family of Magazines - Promo

100

IFC

Fieldgate Homes - 90 Niagara

25

Aspen Ridge Homes - Queensville

60

Fieldgate Homes - Aurora Trails

Aspen Ridge Homes - Upper West Side

31

Fieldgate Homes - Axiom Tower 2

25

Avalee - Vales of the Humber

30

Fieldgate Homes - BlueSky Stouffville

25

Averton Homes - Averton Common

43

Fieldgate Homes - IMPRESSIONS

Averton Homes - Averton Square

43

Fieldgate Homes - Lotus Pointe Caledon

25 & Insert

Averton Homes - Beacon Hill Bowmanville

43

Fieldgate Homes - Valley Lands

25 & Insert

Averton Homes - Evolution

43

Fieldgate Homes - Zigg

25

Averton Homes - Main Street Seaton

43

Forest Hill Homes - Bridle Path of Thornhill

49

Averton Homes - Model Home Of The Month

42

Forest Hill Homes - Cornell Rouge

Averton Homes - Victoria Highlands

43

Forest Hill Homes - Derry Village Mississauga

49

Ballymore Homes - Jubilee

57

Forest Hill Homes - Jefferson Forest

49

Ballymore Homes - Mill Street Village

59

Geranium Homes - Bloomington Woods

35

Briarwood Homes - Jubilee

57

Geranium Homes - Corporate

34

Briarwood Homes - Mill Street Village

59

Geranium Homes - Pace on Main

35

Brookfield Residential - Fieldstone

17

Geranium Homes - Uptownes at Cardinal Point

35

Brookfield Residential - Pathways

16

Geranium Homes - Verandas

35

Conservatory Group - Upper West Side

31

Great Gulf - Summerlyn Village

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Great Gulf - Trafalgar Landing

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Great Gulf - Westfield

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Country Wide Homes - Corporate

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Heathwood Homes - Country Lane in Whitby

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Heathwood Homes - Hampshire Mews

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Heathwood Homes - Meadow Green

51

Homes by DeSantis - Lyon’s Creek

22

Homes By DeSantis - On the Ridge

22

Kantium Development & Construction - Trafalgar Green 38 Lakeview Homes - Queensville Madison Homes - Cornell Rouge

60

Primont Homes - Centretown

12

Primont Homes - JadeGarden at Cornell

12

Primont Homes - Newtowns at Mount Pleasant

12

Primont Homes - Renaissance Townes

12

Primont Homes - Seasons in Caledon

13

Queensgate Homes - Vales of the Humber

30

Regal Crest Homes - Credit Manor Heights

27

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Madison Homes - Greensborough

39

Madison Homes - Thornhill

39

Regal Crest Homes - Upper West Side

31

Mancini Homes - West Ridge Place Orillia

56

Rosehaven Homes - Corporate

23

Rosehaven Homes - Lyon’s Creek

22

Rosehaven Homes - On the Ridge

22

Mattamy Homes - Cornell Mattamy Homes - Corporate

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Mattamy Homes - Cranberry Hill

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Mattamy Homes - Heron Park

9

Schwarz Law LLP - Barristers & Solicitors

53

Mattamy Homes - Richmond Green

9

Senator Homes - Bathurst 9130

20

Mattamy Homes - Seaton

9

Senator Homes - Harbourside Condominiums

20

Mattamy Homes - The Preserve

9

Menkes - Corporate

6

Senator Homes - Havelock Corners

20

Menkes - Dwell City Town

7

Senator Homes - Richvale

20

Menkes - Humber Mews

7

Tarion - Award of Excellence

14

Menkes - The Enclaves of Upper Canada

7 Townwood Homes - Upper West Side

31

Treasure Hill Homes - Moda Urban Village

19

Treasure Hill Homes - Southfield Meadows

18

Treasure Hill Homes - Tiara Estate Collection

18

Treasure Hill Homes - Victory Heights

18

Tribute Communities - U.C. Towns

15

Monarch Corporation - Bennett

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Monarch Corporation - Kleinburg Crown Estates

104 & IBC

Monarch Corporation - The Village of Southfields

75 & IBC

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CHOOSE MONARCH FIRST. KLEINBURG | Kleinburg Crown Estates | Designer Decorated Models 42’ & 50’ Singles from the mid $900,000’s Sales Centre located at 165 Timber Creek Boulevard 416-495-3513 CALEDON | SouthFields | Models To View Townhomes from the low $400,000’s Semis from the high $400,000’s Singles from the high $600,000’s Sales Centre located at 12515 Old Kennedy Road, Caledon (Old Kennedy Rd. and Mayfield Rd.) 905-843-0707 SCARBOROUGH | Bennett | Now Sold Out Executive Singles from the low $800,000’s Sales Centre located at 1325 Danforth Road, Scarborough 416-495-3574 KITCHENER | Topper Woods | Models To View 43’ & 50’ Singles from the low $400,000’s Sales Centre located at 7 Wetland Way, Kitchener 519-894-8222 HOURS: Monday – Thursday: 1pm – 8pm, Friday: 12pm – 5pm, Weekends & Holidays: 11am – 6pm

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Mattamy Homeowners Have 14 Million Reasons To Recommend Energy Efficiency Almost a decade ago, Mattamy Homes began building homes to be verified for ENERGY STAR® accreditation. Tests conducted by a third party have demonstrated that Mattamy homes meet or exceed these rigid testing standards.

Thanks to Mattamy’s rigorously high standard of construction and design, your home is extraordinarily sealed to the highest standards, which helps conserve heating and cooling energy, providing a more comfortable home. The quantity of insulation in your Mattamy home exceeds local building codes, and incorporates

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What does this all add up to for Mattamy’s Ontario homeowners? No less than a comforting savings of $14-million in energy costs since 2006.*

FOR DETAILS ON MATTAMY ENERGY STAR® RATED HOMES VISIT MATTAMYHOMES.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR COMMUNITIES REGISTER AT MATTAMYHOMES.COM Follow us: SALES CENTRE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 1pm-8pm; Friday 1pm-6pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11am-6pm MODEL HOME HOURS: Monday - Thursday 1pm-7:30pm; Friday 1pm-5:30pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11am-5:30pm All illustrations are artist’s concept. All dimensions are approximate. Prices, specifications, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.