GTA New Home Guide - Jun 13, 2015

June 13 - 27, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 12

DESIGNER TOWNHOMES IN SOUTH ETOBICOKE

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

BUILDING COMMUNITIES WHERE YOU CAN LIVE, WORK & PLAY

MAKING YOUR MOVE A SMART ONE

PRICE GAP BETWEEN LOWRISE & HIGHRISE WIDENS FURTHER

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MARKHAM Union Presentation Centre 905.554.3446

NOBLETON King Country Estates Presentation Centre & 2 Model Homes 905.558.0255

RICHMOND HILL Kettle Lakes Club Presentation Centre & 4 Model Homes 289.234.1064

WATERDOWN Waterdown Meadows Presentation Centre 905.690.2224

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contents JUNE 13 – 27, 2015 || VOLUME 23 ISSUE 12

June 13 - 27, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 12

DESIGNER TOWNHOMES IN SOUTH ETOBICOKE

community focus features 24 Multi-Site Fieldgate Homes

Your perfect GTA lifestyle starts with Fieldgate Homes

36 Ballantrae

Bloomington Woods

menkes.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

BUILDING COMMUNITIES WHERE YOU CAN LIVE, WORK & PLAY

MAKING YOUR MOVE A SMART ONE

PRICE GAP BETWEEN LOWRISE & HIGHRISE WIDENS FURTHER

ON THE COVER

p. 32 MENKES

Humber Mews – a new standard for townhome living in Etobicoke

A handful of executive homes remains at Bloomington Woods

40 Aurora

regular and special features IN EVERY ISSUE

4 Editor’s Note 10 Contributors 110 Ad Index COLUMNISTS

18

Aurora Trails

Final release of one of Aurora’s most sought-after communities

84 Mississauga

20

Dunpar Homes

Heritage Gate – the prestige of living on Mississauga Road

28 44

BILD Report

Building communities where you live, work and play

by Bryan Tuckey

Fundamentally Speaking

Looking for the next Muskoka? Read, and drive, on

by Wayne Karl

Mortgage Advice

Are collateral mortgages good? Yes, in theory...

by Alyssa Richard

Taxing Issues

Calculating capital gains tax

by Henry Choo Chong

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50 54

Industry Outlook

Making your move a smart one

by Hugh Heron

Legally Speaking

Doling out the dough – how closing costs are distributed

by Jayson Schwarz

62

Design Secrets

Why size doesn’t matter for new-home buyers

by Jane Lockhart

68

Home Sweet Home

Low rates changing Canadians’ mortgage habits

by Lydia McNutt

86

Designer Advice

Beyond the basics – five designer essentials

24

by Yanic Simard

HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

103

Resource Section

107

GTA Hot Sheet

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

IN THE NEWS

22

Treasure Hill Homes

30

Great Gulf

42 46

Foundation raises $150,000 for Ride to Conquer Cancer steps up as top fundraising team in fight against prostate cancer

Economy

Ontario economy picking up after slow start to 2015

36

Home Prices

Price gap between low- and highrise homes triples

by Lydia McNutt

52

Empire Communities

58

Children’s Discovery Centre

64

Empire supports health care across Niagara GTA’s only children’s museum for kids six and under now open

Economy

Oil slump both good and potential risk for Ontario

by Wayne Karl

80

CMHC

Will the housing outlook improve as quickly as it fell?

by Wayne Karl

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//EDITOR’S NOTE

Long-term commitment Will afford you peace of mind

W

SUSAN LEGGE

hether you’re relocating from one coast to the other or moving to your first place, changing homes can be hectic, exciting and certainly stressful. But, relax.

You can eliminate the anxiety associated with moving by taking control of the situation with confidence.

Understanding the market is just part of the story. Knowing what you need and what you can afford is the more important part of the equation. Making a prudent purchasing decision that doesn’t keep you up at night when

interest rates rise or market news becomes the talk of the town is up to you.

Any expert will tell you that buying a home or condo is a long-term commitment. This issue is full of great tips from the experts as well as the latest news designed to help you make a wise purchasing decision.

Along with our Community Focus features, which outline the specifics on many fine communities, there’s lots to take in. So kick back, relax and enjoy.

You’re in the driver’s seat.

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

Don’t get caught in a moving scam Planning and preparation is the key to a smooth move

J

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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une 30 is just around the corner – school will be out, summer will have officially begun and we’ll soon be into peak vacation period.

It’s also the busiest moving day of the year. Even if you’re not taking up residence in your new home that day, you can bet the best and most competitive moving companies will be booked solid around this time. If you haven’t contracted your mover already, you’d better get on it.

Unfortunately, this scenario also conspires to produce the perfect opportunity for unscrupulous movers to take advantage of unsuspecting consumers. Overcharges bordering on extortion, damaged or stolen possessions and other sordid practices are all too common. Indeed, moving scams are one

of the top 10 complaints monitored by the Better Business Bureau.

The Canadian Association of Movers doesn’t want you to learn this lesson the hard way, so it offers the following tips to help you plan your move – whenever it is. » Find reputable movers through the CAM, BBB or provincial government consumer protection agencies » Ask three movers for estimates in writing » Get terms and conditions in writing » Ensure your goods will be protected for loss or damage » Read customer reviews on movers’ websites and other forums Make sure you take the proper steps – and the time – to protect yourself and avoid your own moving horror story.

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Home to all life’s sweetest moments From the first notes of birdsong outside your bedroom window to

How will you keep the family entertained and inspired?

nights filled with sweet dreams, home is where we enjoy so many of life’s finest moments.

Make every minute count with open-concept interiors that bring the family closer together, and perfectly situated communities that put everything you need just outside your front door.

Today’s

Life Storey Start your day with the perfect cup Trips to the local library, swimming pools, skating rinks and more 6

Take the kids grocery shopping

Dwell – Etobicoke New Release Burnhamthorpe Rd. & West Mall 416.259.2525 Starting from the mid $500’s

Humber Mews – Etobicoke Final Release Brown’s Line & Evans Ave. 416.259.2525 Starting from the mid $500’s

The Enclaves of Upper Canada – Georgetown New Release Guelph St. & MacFarlane Dr. 289.891.9103 Starting from the high $400’s

Make sure the kids brush their teeth before they go to bed!

Hometown Sharon Village – East Gwillimbury

A family dinner that is simply delicious

Coming Soon Leslie St. & Green Lane Register now at menkes.com

A lifetime of happiness For over 60 years, Menkes has focused on growing smart and successful communities perfectly suited to the ways modern families, singles and couples want to live. Come home to Menkes today, where every day in your Life Storey begins and ends with total customer satisfaction.

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

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The Oriole Corner Model Home In The Preserve, Oakville

ARCHITECT’S CHOICE, DESIGNER’S CHOICE

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contributors

Jacqueline Hill

NEW HOME GUIDE

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

DESIGN SECRETS

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

is Founder and Principal Designer of Jane Lockhart Interior Design in Toronto. She can be reached at 416.762.2493. janelockhart.com

HENRY CHOO CHONG, CGA

JANE LOCKHART

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

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.

INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

DESIGNER ADVICE

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

Yanic is design editor of New Home Guide sister publication New Condo Guide and principal designer of Toronto Interior Design Group.

Yanic often applies his signature high/ low and old/new combination techniques in developing his unique designs. He has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and appears as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine.

Visit tidg.ca for more information.

HUGH HERON

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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.

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//BILD REPORT

Building Communities – where you live, work and play » 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).

We all want to be part of – and live, work and play in – our communities.

And we want those communities to be complete, not only with physical buildings but parks, shops, greenspaces and places to enjoy.

BILD represents the industry that plans, engineers, designs and builds these communities, and we have developed a new series of columns called Building Communities. These will explore building communities where people want to live, and will look at communities where people work and play.

BILD members, new-home owners, business owners and our government partners share their stories in these pieces, and you’ll likely recognize some of the people and places. They speak to what it takes to build communities by master-planning, integrating into existing neighbourhoods, thinking about what businesses are needed, and how to bring parks and recreation centres to new and established areas.

Today, there is a challenge in the GTA of find lowrise housing, such as a single-family, semi-detached or townhomes, due to the low supply of shovel-ready communities that are serviced with pipes and roads.

This is a growing problem because the province forecasts that up to 100,000 additional people will move to GTA every year for the next few decades.

Provincial policies encourage intensification – building up not out – and therefore anything lowrise that is for sale, goes fast. It is also becoming more difficult for some families to afford new ground-related homes since the cost to

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BILD represents the industry that plans, engineers, designs and builds these communities, and we have developed a new series of columns called Building Communities. build communities is rising steadily.

We followed a family that has been renting, saving and searching for their first home. Recently, they found a new home to suit their needs in Aurora Trails, a master-planned community being built by four of our builder members in Aurora. They were drawn to this community as a place to live and raise a family.

Since planning and building a community from scratch is only part of the story, another example is living in the heart of a city – such as at The Berczy in Toronto’s St. Lawrence Market. This mixed-use midrise building had to integrate into an established neighbourhood and complement the heritage aspect of its neighbouring buildings. As well, BILD members, Concert Properties, wanted to put retail space at street level, so the company brought in businesses that benefit the community as a whole.

We hope you enjoy the series and learn about the complex and interesting world our industry lives in when they build new communities across the GTA.

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//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Looking for the next Muskoka?

READ – AND DRIVE – ON » by WAYNE KARL

WAYNE KARL

is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics of buying property. wayne.karl@ypnexthome. ca or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

Buyers may be flocking to Ontario cottage country, as a recent report by Royal LePage suggests, but those looking for the next Muskoka may have to expand their search.

Indeed, Muskoka is among Ontario’s most sought-after cottage destinations, with hundreds of lakes and only a two-hour drive from Toronto attracting Hollywood and sports celebrities the likes of Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks, Mike Weir, Cindy Crawford, Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell.

Unfortunately for many looking to buy rec property in the area, it also has the price tags to match.

“Ontario recreational property bears the burden of Muskoka,” Phil Soper, president and chief executive of Royal LePage, told New Home Guide.

“The world famous lake region is home to Canada’s most stunning and lavishly expensive lakefront property.

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The world famous lake region is home to Canada’s most stunning, and lavishly expensive lakefront property.

“But, Ontario cottage country is much more than the ‘big three’ lakes – Muskoka, Rosseau and Joseph. Even in the District of Muskoka itself, there are some 1,600 lakes, with price points and features ranging from entry level quaint to princely palace.”

As a rule of thumb, Soper says, cottage prices are highest on water within a two-hour drive of the largest population centres, and of course, that describes Muskoka perfectly.

So where might prospective buyers look to find the “next” Muskoka, an area that offers similar attributes (minus, perhaps, the star-studded neighbours), where prices are still affordable?

“Waterfront cottages near Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie can be acquired starting at about $150,000 – half the average in southern Ontario,” says Soper. “Finally, eastern Ontario and southwestern Ontario offer some beautiful lakes at excellent values. And the former tends to be somewhat more affordable than the latter, principally because of the additional demand along Lake Erie from American buyers.”

//IN THE NEWS

Nicholas Fidei Foundation raises $150,000 for Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer

Paul Alofs, left, and Dr. Jonathan Irish, right, receive a cheque from Nicholas Fidei.

Dr. Janet Hsu teaches the group about the Radiation Centre.

Th ree years ago, Nicholas Fidei, president of Treasure Hill Homes, participated in his fi rst Ride to Conquer Cancer. An avid cyclist for many years, Fidei decided that he didn’t simply want to write a cheque and leave it at that. “I love cycling and have a passion for this cause because everyone is touched by cancer.” He decided to take part and form his own team, Cycle Warriors. Over the fi rst two years, Cycle Warriors raised an impressive $120,000.

Fidei was happy with the results, but decided to take things to the next gear, so to speak. He was determined to acquire less sponsors, but at a higher dollar amount – $5,000 per sponsorship. “Instead of chasing hundreds of people around for a little, I wanted to maximize my efforts. I knew that getting this kind of sponsorship wouldn’t be easy, so I needed to add a perk of some sort,” Fidei says.

Through his own organization, The Nicholas Fidei Foundation, Fidei approached the owner of Active Green + Ross and Peel Chrysler, who donated a Fiat 500 for this cause.

“I was able to offer ‘the chance to win a Fiat 500’ to an exclusive number of people, and it worked extremely well.”

As a result of this initiative, Fidei’s Foundation raised $150,000 well before the event. The rest of his team of 24 cyclists is expected to raise more than $70,000, which will bring the Cycle Warriors’ 2015 total funds raised to an impressive $220,000 plus.

To show their appreciation for Fidei’s efforts, The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation invited the entire Cycle Warriors Team down to the hospital to offer them an exclusive tour, which they refer to as their “inside track.”

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Dr. Jonathan Irish presents the latest innovations at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

Paul Alofs, president and CEO of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation and Steve Merker, vice-president of business development, welcomed Fidei and accepted a cheque for the $150,000 raised by the Nicholas Fidei Foundation.

“Over 1,000 patients visit this facility every day. We have 67 surgeons performing Cancer surgeries every day. 200 patients receive chemotherapy every day,” Alofs stated in his welcome, emphasizing the importance of philanthropic efforts like this.

Julie Wenz, director of program planning, radiation medicine program at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, along with Dr. Janet Hsu, led the group on a tour, showing some of the machinery used to scan and diagnose patients with virtually no touching or intrusion. “Our radiation centre is the largest radiation centre under one roof in the entire world,” Merker says.

Dr. Jonathan Irish, head of surgical oncology at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, gave an informational presentation that showcased some of the newest innovations and technologies that show why this is one of the top five cancer research centres in the world.

Ramona Oss, director of the Ride to Conquer Cancer, summarized the incredible results the ride has produced since its inception. “This is our eighth year, and to date, the ride has raised over $119 million. Last year was a record-breaking year, raising $20 million.”

“This year, our goal was only $100,000,” says Fidei. “We far exceeded that. There’s no limit to where we can go from here.”

Spoken like a true warrior.

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FIELDGATE HOMES | Multi-Site

//COMMUNITY FOCUS

Your perfect GTA lifestyle starts with

FIELDGATE HOMES

LOCATION West Brampton, South Caledon, Kleinburg, Aurora, Stouffville, Whitby HOUSING TYPE West Brampton, 38-, 41-, 45- and 50-ft. singles; South Caledon, detached models situated on 38-, 41- and 43-ft. lots; Kleinburg, freehold townhomes, semis and 30-, 38- and 44-ft. singles; Aurora, freehold townhomes, semis and 38- and 43-ft. singles; Stouffville, single-detached home; Whitby, singledetached homes, semis and townhomes CONTACT fieldgatehomes.com

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ime and time again, when we ask our homeowners why they chose to buy a Fieldgate home, we get some pretty familiar answers. Many say that the deciding factor was Fieldgate’s award-winning floorplan designs, while others say it was the beautiful master-planned community design. Most agreed that Fieldgate’s consistent track record for superior quality construction over its 55 years of home building was a major deciding factor, and almost everybody said that they appreciated the well-informed, friendly sales staff they met at our Presentation Centres.

Whatever your reason for choosing Fieldgate, we’re confident that you will find a home that you’ll love when you visit one of our many fine family communities.

VALLEYLANDS – WEST BRAMPTON

There’s an exciting New Release and Early Move-in Sales Event at Valleylands! Visit the community this weekend to see the new release and get up to $10,000 in free decor upgrades. Located near the Mississauga border, Valleylands is a place that offers the perfect balance of nature in a new home community. There are 38-, 41-, 45- and 50-ft. singles – a great selection to suit anyone’s needs in a new home. ...continued on pg 26

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LOTUS POINTE – SOUTH CALEDON

Featuring the region’s best selection of homes, you’re sure to find everything you’ve been searching for when you arrive at Lotus Pointe. Fieldgate’s homes at Lotus Pointe are all detached models situated on 38-, 41- and 43-ft. lots with traditional depth. Every home at Lotus Pointe comes with $5,000 in decor dollars that you can use at Fieldgate’s decor centre to personalize your new home.

With numerous homes available with March to June 2016 closing dates, you can move-in and start enjoying this amazing lifestyle in as little as nine months!

IMPRESSIONS – KLEINBURG

Kleinburg’s most popular master-planned community has never looked better, with two new designer-decorated model homes at Impressions. Fieldgate Homes is excited to show you many contemporary decorating ideas and innovative design for the modern family at Impressions. Phase 3 was recently released, featuring a selection of freehold townhomes and semi-detached homes, some with two-car 26 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 13 - 27, 2015

Whatever your reason for choosing Fieldgate, we’re confident that you will find a home that you’ll love when you visit one of our many fine family communities. garages, as well as 30-, 38- and 44-ft. singles. Impressions offers master-planned community living and a highly desirable Kleinburg location.

AURORA TRAILS — AURORA

Aurora Trails is a visionary master-planned community that offers the best of town and country living at one exceptional location. The final release of this community is now open, featuring a great selection of freehold townhomes, semi-detached homes, 32-, 38- and 43-ft. singles nestled amongst the pristine forests of the surrounding area.

Surrounded by such natural majesty, it’s easy to forget that the many conveniences of downtown Aurora, Newmarket, Richmond Hill and Vaughan are all just a short drive away.

COMING SOON — STOUFFVILLE & WHITBY

An all-new release will be coming soon to Stouffville’s popular Blue Sky Community.

Featuring a range of single-detached homes in this popular community setting, GTA homebuyers have a lot to look forward to. Our next new community will be Whitby Meadows. It will feature an exceptional selection of single-detached homes, semidetached homes and townhomes in a charming natural setting in west Whitby.

For more information on any of these remarkable communities, sales centre locations, pricing, phone numbers and floorplans, or to register for upcoming communities, visit fieldgatehomes.com or follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

//MORTGAGE ADVICE

Are collateral mortgages good?

YES, IN THEORY… » by ALYSSA RICHARD

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.

When you sit down with a mortgage broker or bank to talk about your mortgage financing options, one of the products they may offer you is a collateral mortgage. Collateral mortgages are a readvanceable mortgage product, meaning it comes with the option to borrow more money as your property value increases, without having to refinance your mortgage.

In theory, this should be a fantastic product for mortgage holders. Normally, if you wanted to borrow equity from your home partway through your mortgage term, you’d have to refinance your mortgage – and pay a hefty penalty to do so. As well, whenever you refinance, you have to pay a real estate lawyer to oversee the transaction. Hello, legal fees – and more costs that need to come out of your pocket.

Unfortunately, the grass isn’t always greener on the other side, and a collateral mortgage might not always be as great as it sounds. Why? Well, for starters, on paper, having a collateral mortgage can make it look like you have more debt than you actually do.

Collateral mortgages are registered with a collateral charge, meaning lenders register the home as being worth slightly more than it is (up to 125 per cent more, in fact). They do this so that when the value of your home does go up you’re able to borrow up to 80 per cent of the increased value – not the original amount it was valued at when you first bought it.

The downside to this is the collateral charge could make it look like you have more debt than you really do. If, sometime throughout your mortgage, you wanted to secure secondary financing for other things, a lender would have to review your credit history and would see this larger amount

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registered under your name. Depending on your financial situation at the time, this may be reason enough for them to decline your application for more financing.

The second and final reason collateral mortgages aren’t always as great as they sound is that you can’t transfer them to another lender – not even when your mortgage term is up. See, collateral loan agreements aren’t registered with your land title or registry office. Instead, they’re registered under the Personal Property Security Act (PPSA) of Canada. For that reason, it may contain terms that other lenders don’t agree with. So, if you ever decided you wanted to switch lenders, you would need to hire a real estate lawyer (and pay those legal fees) to get you out of your agreement.

Now, I’m still not saying you should just steer clear of these products. If you think you’ll need to borrow equity in the future, and plan to keep your mortgage with the same lender, a collateral mortgage would be a great product for you! But for those who favour flexibility: do all your research, before simply signing on the dotted line.

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//IN THE NEWS

Great Gulf steps up as Canada’s top fundraising team in support of prostate cancer

Great Gulf recently participated in Prostate Cancer Canada’s Step Up Challenge, presented by Scotiabank, climbing more than 5,000 ft. of stairs and raising more than $70,000 setting an unprecedented national record.

“I am so proud of our Great Gulf Team who enthusiastically embraced this challenge. We set an aggressive target of $60,000 and have surpassed it,” says Great Gulf President Christopher Wein. “This is a testament to incredible team work, a passion and commitment for helping those whose lives have been touched by Prostate Cancer and strength of character to be great role models in the corporate community.”

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“Congratulations to Great Gulf, Canada’s top fundraising team,” says Rocco Rossi, president and CEO, Prostate Cancer Canada. “To everyone who participated in this challenge, whether in Calgary, Vancouver or Toronto, we will demonstrate our gratitude by investing the nearly $670,000 raised by these events in the most promising prostate cancer research.”

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer to affect Canadian men. It is important to get screened regularly so that if you do develop prostate cancer, the appropriate action can be taken. Prostate Cancer Canada recommends that men in the 40s have a PSA test in order to establish their baseline. The survival rate for prostate cancer can be over 90 per cent when detected early.

There’s good, and There’s greaT gulf.

TRAFALGAR LAndinG, OAkviLLE New Release of Modern Townhomes at Dundas and Trafalgar

$580’s

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Modern Townhomes 1,815 - 2,255 sq. ft. from

SUMMERLYn viLLAGE, bRAdFORd Bradford’s best selling community Up to $300,000 less than the GTA

$580’s

SAlES OffIcE: 22 Downy Emerald Drive, Bradford (905) 775-3461

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40 and 50 ft. Detached 2,275 - 4,010 sq. ft. from

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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.

//COVER STORY

MENKES’ HUMBER MEWS A new standard for townhome living in Etobicoke

H

umber Mews is Menkes Developments’ much anticipated designer townhome community in the heart of Etobicoke. This intimate townhome enclave is just minutes from Hwy. 427, the QEW, Gardiner Expressway and one of Toronto’s finest shopping and lifestyle destinations, Sherway Gardens.

Only 66 pristine homes will be built in this intimate enclave at Evans Avenue and Brown’s Line in central Etobicoke.

Menkes has exciting pre-construction news: the underground garage foundations are well underway and site preparations have begun.

Humber Mews is one of the best locations in the city. Evans Ave. and Browns Line is a fast growing area with

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fantastic amenities surrounded by parks, schools, recreation and shopping, downtown Toronto is just minutes away by car or transit and yet, this dignified community retains a neighbourhood ambience that is welcoming and friendly. Just down the street is one of the city’s most popular shopping malls, Sherway Gardens, which is currently undergoing a $400-million transformation project and will house the top luxury stores and brands in the city. Just a short distance, the Queensway offers residents of Humber Mews a wonderful selection of stores, entertainment, cinema and dining options.

Transportation options are abound: Long Branch Go Station is less than five minutes away along with the Kipling subway station which is a short bus ride away. The QEW, Gardiner and 427 are easily accessed from Evans Avenue.

Humber Mews offers unique product designs to suit a variety of tastes and budgets.

Priced from $559,990, these smartly-designed, open-concept three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom three-storey homes and range from 1,266 to 1,676 sq. ft. Each home features a spacious patio or backyard as per plan and gorgeous exteriors with brick and stucco set along a harmonious, pedestrian-friendly streetscape. The community also offers secure underground parking.

The homes are accentuated with an exceptional array of fabulous features and finishes, including nine-ft. main floor ceilings, four stainless steel kitchen appliances, stacked white washer and dryer, granite kitchen counters, laminate flooring in a natural

MENKES| Humber Mews finish in living and dining rooms, upgraded casings and baseboards and much more. For a limited time, purchasers will receive oak stairs and decor upgrades in addition to these outstanding standard features. Please visit the sales centre to enquire.

In addition to a wide array of fabulous features and finishes, Humber Mews offers a flexible deposit program with only a $5,000 initial deposit.

Humber Mews shares the presentation centre with Menkes’ modern townhome community, Dwell City Towns, located in Etobicoke. Dwell City Towns offers three-storey designs with roof-top decks starting from the mid $500’s. The final units have just been released at Dwell, so visit the sales office now to own at this spectacular masterplanned community.

The presentation centre for both Humber Mews and Dwell is located onsite at 2 Holiday Dr., off West Mall, north of Burnhamthorpe, in Etobicoke.

The sales office is open Monday to Thursday from noon to 7 p.m., weekends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,closed on Fridays. Call 416.259.2525 or visit menkes.com for more information.

LOCATION Etobicoke HOUSING TYPE Three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom three-storey townhomes SALES CENTRE 2 Holiday Dr., off West Mall, north of Burnhamthorpe, open Monday to Thursday noon to 7 p.m., weekends 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed on Fridays CONTACT 416.259.2525 menkes.com

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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!

BILD 2014 P2G COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR BILD 2012 HOME BUILDER OF THE YEAR CHBA 2011 GRAND SAM AWARD WINNER

FE O W NL RE Y A M AI N

A WOODED ENCLAVE OF ESTATE HOMES IN BLOOMINGTON

• 14 Estate Homes on 3/4 acre lots • Bungalow and two storey designs • Intimate enclave setting

404

2,990 – 6,000 sq. ft. from

$1.3 MILLION

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905-642-1900

BOUTIQUE CONDO LIVING IN DOWNTOWN STOUFFVILLE

Blake St

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PACE ON MAIN SALES CENTRE OBrien Ave

Main St LLoyd St

• Steps to GO, dining, shopping, parks, culture and entertainment

Stouffville Rd Ninth Line

• Sun-filled open concept designs

Freel Ln

• 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

SITE

Burkholder St

650 – 1,517 sq. ft. from

Major Mackenzie Dr

$329,900

407

905-591-1071

STOUFFVILLE’S AWARD WINNING RAVINE COMMUNITY IS GROWING AGAIN

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Main St

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Register for our next release of Singles and Towns at Cardinal Point

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• Luxurious finishes • Built to ENERGY STAR® standards

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Luxurious indoor spaces

A handful of executive homes remains at

BLOOMINGTON WOODS

B

loomington Woods is an exclusive neighbourhood of just 14 luxurious homes in a serene country setting bordering natural woodland. Geranium Homes is offering a portfolio of exquisite two-storey residences and bungalow-loft designs from 2,990 to 6,006 sq. ft., each set on a .75-acre lot. In an unbeatable location within seven minutes of two GO Stations and a short drive to Hwy. 404 and 407, Bloomington Woods has the best of serene countryside and modern conveniences that are available on Main Street, Stouffville. The site is located just 10 minutes north of Markham.

Thoughtfully planned and graciously appointed, Geranium’s layouts are resonating with new-home buyers, and more than half of the lots are already sold.

“Bloomington Woods presents a one-of-a-kind homebuying opportunity

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and is attracting families from many different locations. In particular, we have many purchasers from Markham who desire a more spacious home and property, away from that city’s growing congestion,” says Stephanie Lane, marketing and sales manager.

Exterior elevations will conform to architectural guidelines creating a varied and attractive streetscape. Colour coordinated materials of genuine clay brick, precast stone, Hardie Board siding and trim, decorative moldings and accent features such as turrets, copulas and covered porch entries will add to the timeless appeal of Bloomington Woods.

“It’s not the interior layouts and exterior aesthetics alone that appeal to Bloomington Woods’ purchasers,” Lane says. “At a recent Hard Hat Tour where buyers and prospects were given a guided walk-through of a home currently under construction, they were equally impressed by Geranium’s construction approach and materials installed ‘behind the drywall’ that address everything from insulation to indoor air quality, adding long-lasting value.” Hard Hat Tours and the corresponding book titled How We Build are offered to showcase the company’s Geranium Green Plus construction program.

Exterior elevations will conform to architectural guidelines, creating a varied and attractive streetscape.

GERANIUM HOMES | Bloomington Woods

Exquisite architectural detailing

LOCATION Ballantrae HOUSING TYPE Two-storey and bungalow-loft luxury homes SALES CENTRE 5 Pine Vista Ave., on the west side of Hwy. 48, south of Aurora Road CONTACT 905.642.1900 geraniumhomes.com

Bloomington Woods Each four-bedroom model has a sumptuous interior with luxury details including a spacious gourmet kitchen (many feature a servery), main floor library, separate mud room, morning room, Great Room and spa-inspired ensuite baths, all as per plan. Homes have a signature Geranium feature of a covered loggia overlooking the back garden, creating an ideal outdoor room, as well as a three-car garage.

Homes range from 2,990 to 6,006 sq. ft. and start from $1.3 million. The Presentation Centre is located at 5 Pine Vista Ave., on the west side of Hwy. 48 just south of Aurora Road, Ballantrae.

For more information, call 905.642.1900 or visit geraniumhomes.com 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

Country setting in Whitchurch-Stouffville 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.

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WE’RE NEARING THE END OF AURORA’S BEST SELLER. DON’T MISS THE FINAL CHAPTER. TO AURORA’S MOST SUCCESSFUL NEW HOME COMMUNITY OF 2014, THE DOORS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE FINAL RELEASE OF LOTS IN 2015!

AURORA

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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Sales Office: 25 Mavrinac Blvd., Aurora, ON L4G 0E7

YOUR PRIME OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE

NOW OPEN • FINAL RELEASE

TOWNS FROM THE LOW $600’S

SEMIS FROM THE UPPER $600’S

SINGLES FROM THE UPPER $700’S

Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E.

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FINAL RELEASE OF AURORA’S

most sought after community now open

F

our of the GTA’s most respected and renowned home builders are set to release the final phase of Aurora’s most anticipated new-home community.

A joint venture between Fieldgate Homes, Arista Homes, Paradise Homes, and Opus Homes, Aurora Trails is an incredible new master-planned community ideally situated right in the heart of Aurora.

All four builders recently welcomed registrants and guests for the official grand opening of the community’s final phase.

Designed and crafted with today’s discerning homebuyer in mind, Aurora Trails will offer an incredible selection of striking freehold townhomes, semi-detached homes and detached singles – all in a variety of designs and configurations.

Ranging in size from 1,495 to 3,350 sq. ft., with singles featured on 32-, 38- and 44-ft. lots, Aurora Trails will blend flawlessly into the town’s natural landscape, offering homebuyers the ultimate in luxurious comfort.

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With a commitment and focus on environmental sustainability, more than 40 per cent of the Aurora Trails community will be set aside for public greenspace including an extensive two hectare community park as well as a 16-km trail used for walking and cycling.

From a variety of water conservation measures, environmental protection areas and other eco-friendly and energyefficient technologies, Aurora Trails will provide home buyers with everything they truly need in a new home.

Nestled within a beautiful countryside setting, Aurora Trails offers a wealth of small town charm and big city amenities.

FIELDGATE HOMES, ARISTA HOMES, PARADISE HOMES, OPUS HOMES | Aurora Trails

A joint venture between Fieldgate Homes, Arista Homes, Paradise Homes and Opus Homes, Aurora Trails is an incredible new master-planned community ideally situated right in the heart of Aurora.

Situated on the southwest corner of Leslie Street and St. John’s Sideroad, Aurora Trails is in close proximity to the town’s extensive pedestrian trail system, connecting many of its neighbourhood parks, town facilities and open space corridors. Residents are also a short distance from the town’s local amenities, including an array of excellent schools, world-class golf courses, local shops and restaurants, and a myriad of community activities.

LOCATION Aurora HOUSING TYPE Townhomes, semi-detached homes and singles CONTACT auroratrails.com

With Hwy. 404 and the GO Station just minutes away, residents will also have easy access to all points within the GTA. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity! For more information, visit auroratrails.com JUNE 13 - 27, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 41

//IN THE NEWS

Ontario economy picking up after a slow start to 2015 After a slow start to the year, the Ontario economy will pick up steam in the coming quarters, according to The Conference Board of Canada’s Provincial Outlook: Spring 2015. Overall, real gross domestic product (GDP) is forecast to expand by 2.6 per cent in 2015 and 2.3 per cent in 2016.

“Ontario has not performed up to expectations, but the outlook over the short term remains positive, as strength in the United States economy will help bolster the province,” says Marie-Christine Bernard, associate director, provincial forecast. “Along with exports, consumer spending will continue to increase at a good pace in Ontario, fuelled by improving consumer confidence.”

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE REPORT

» Ontario’s economy started the year on a soft note, but a strong U.S. economy is expected to spur better gains over the rest of 2015 and in 2016. » The province’s real GDP is expected to increase by 2.6 per cent in 2015, with growth easing to 2.3 per cent next year. » Overall, economic growth will be strongest in central Canada, B.C., and Manitoba over the near term, as Alberta and Saskatchewan continue to struggle with the impact of lower oil prices.

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by a strong 3.9 per cent this year, boosted by a lower Canadian dollar and a U.S. economy that is set to post robust growth.

However, a recent announcement by General Motors that it will let go 1,000 workers at its Oshawa plant by the end of the year weakens the manufacturing and exports prospects heading into 2016.

Production at the plant will be hurt as assembly of the next-generation Camaro is moved to Michigan.

West of Ontario, the economic forecast is influenced by weaker oil prices. Following a modest contraction this year, Alberta’s economy will see modest growth in 2016, and a similar story is unfolding in neighbouring Saskatchewan. British Columbia and Manitoba, however, are expected to be growth leaders over the next two years.

British Columbia will hold the top spot this year, with growth of 3.1 per cent.

Manitoba is expected to post real GDP growth of 2.8 per cent in 2015 and again in 2016, when it will lead all provinces.

//TAXING ISSUES

Calculating capital gains tax » 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

I recently purchased a new home from a builder in north Toronto. Occupancy is in November and I expect to complete transaction in March of next year. My sale price was $40,000 more than the initial purchase price. I have never lived in the property. Thus far, it has all been handled by my lawyer. Will I have to pay capital gains tax on this? How much and can I claim the lifetime exemption? Brian, Scarborough

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Capital gains tax is charged on the profit realized from the sale of non-inventory assets. Most common assets are stocks, bonds and real estate.

Currently, the income inclusion rate is 50 per cent. The taxable inclusion rate has bounced from inception 50 to 75 per cent, to 66 per cent, to its current rate.

Therefore, an individual with capital gains must include in his/her personal tax return, 50 per cent of the capital gain.

Yes, this can add up to be a large chunk of change and reduces your actual after tax rate of return on your investment.

Where did this tax come from? You say, many countries do not have this!

Canadians were first introduced to capital gain tax in 1972. The Canadian government claims this was necessary to finance our social security programs and create a more equitable taxation system.

Almost 40 years since and it is still around. Don’t you feel more secure about your social security and equality in our tax system? Some countries such as Belize, Barbados, Cayman Islands, Egypt, and Hong Kong have no capital gains tax.

On the other hand, there are many countries with similar taxation to

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Canada’s such as Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Finland and Iceland.

Regardless, if you actually move in or not, you will be subject to capital gains tax on your sale in the year the transaction is completed. Individuals that purchase new or resale homes are treated no differently. Mr. Harper wants his share of the profit.

Using a marginal tax rate of 40 per cent in the example; ›› Capital gains $40,000 ›› Taxable capital gains (50%) $20,000 ›› Tax rate: 40% ›› Taxes payable: $20,000 x 40% = $8,000 Under certain circumstances the lifetime capital gains exemption can be claimed to reduce or eliminate capital gains.

An individual that disposes of qualified farm or fishing property and small business corporation shares may claim an exemption up to $750,000. Your particular transaction does not qualify for this exemption.

Some other issues you should ponder and discuss with a lawyer and/or tax professional: ›› GST/HST – how will investment be treated on closing? ›› GST/HST – are rebates available? ›› Land Transfer tax – How will this be managed at closing? ›› Is builder okay with this assignment? ›› Any issues with occupancy? Who takes? ›› Have you considered the cost of occupancy period?

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“A significant factor in the rising cost of new homes has been increased demand that is far outpacing supply, particularly in ground-related housing.”

What’s the difference between new lowrise and highrise homes in the GTA? A mind-boggling $326,659, according to new figures from the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD). The price gap has grown into a gulf, hitting a new high in April and tripling in the last 10 years.

In the last year alone, the price of a new, lowrise detached home swelled 16 per cent to $775,419, while the average cost of a new highrise condo came in at $448,760, up three per cent year over year, according to RealNet’s New Home Price Index.

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According to BILD president and CEO Bryan Tuckey, “A significant factor in the rising cost of new homes has been increased demand that is far outpacing supply, particularly in ground-related housing.”

Indeed, the record-high price gap in April was accompanied by record low inventory of lowrise homes up for sale, numbering just 5,171 in the GTA. “As the price gap continues to grow, new-home purchasers are faced with decreasing choice in housing type,” Tuckey adds, adding that those most affected are first-time buyers and new Canadians. “Buying a ground-related home in the GTA has become increasingly challenging for most purchasers, many of whom have been taken out of the lowrise market entirely.”

Meanwhile, those in the market for a brand new highrise condo home have their pick of the crop, with 19,580 apartment condos up for grabs in the GTA in April.

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Make your move a smart one » by HUGH HERON

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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.

In June, we start to see more moving trucks on the road than any other time of the year. It’s only logical that people move during the summer. Kids are out of school, the weather is warm and families can get settled before the fall.

Whichever time of year you move, the more organized you are, the better.

Whether you hire a professional mover to pack your belongings or do it yourself, my first piece of advice for a smooth move is to de-clutter and get rid of things you really don’t need.

This is a great time to practice the “reduce, reuse and recycle” practice for environmental responsibility. You probably have clothing that no longer fits your body or tastes, as well as toys and clothes the children have outgrown.

Knickknacks, lamps, furniture, dishes,

This is a great time to practice the “reduce, reuse and recycle” practice for environmental responsibility.

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electronics… each time you put your hand on something, think “Do I really want or need this at my new place?”

If the answer is “no” and the thing is still usable, you have a lot of options. You can try to sell it online or even give it away via freecycle.org. This amazing website enables you to key in the town and province you live in and donate items you are willing to offer someone for free, as long as they come and pick it up. It’s also a great way to pick up used items you may need at your destination. Of course, you might have family members or friends who can use your stuff. Think about places such as Habitat for Humanity, Value Village and Hospital Auxiliary second-hand shops that can sell your items to help a good cause.

If you have bought a new home or condominium suite, you have the advantage of a floorplan that can really help you decide what to keep and what to get rid of. Measure your large items and make sure they will fit comfortably in the spaces you have to work with. This can save you headaches on moving day, and again, eliminates transporting items for no reason. Spend some time with the floorplan and envision how you would like each room to look.

As for the move itself, go online and Google “moving checklist” to find out what you should do when leading up to the big day. If you plan to move this summer and need to book a moving company, do it sooner rather than later. As I mentioned, we are getting to prime moving season, so you want to be sure you have that taken care of. Even if you plan to move yourself, you will want to book your van/truck early to avoid disappointment. If you are packing yourself, consider stopping by a professional moving company and purchasing packing supplies. Using strong, uniformly sized boxes and large, clean paper can make a big difference in loading the truck and making sure everything gets to the other end in one piece. Use common sense. Pack heavy items like books in smaller boxes so whoever ends up carrying them won’t buckle under the weight. Place a lot of packing material around fragile items and mark them so the person moving the box knows to be especially careful.

Whether your residential destination is a new home or a resale residence, you will feel better in a place that is uncluttered. Bring the items that will make you feel “at home” right away, and enjoy the process of arranging each room for comfort and looks. An organized move is a happy experience, and only you can figure out what to sort, pitch, give away and sell.

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Empire supports health care across Niagara Proving that the company takes community-building seriously, Empire Communities’ Paul Golini, co-founder and executive vicepresident, industry relations, recently delivered a $40,000 gift to OneFoundation for Niagara Health System (NHS) to support hospital advancement across Niagara.

The company, which currently has the master-planned community of Imagine underway in the southwest corner of Niagara Falls, takes pride in designing homes and neighbourhoods that help enhance the way people live and interact every day. This philosophy led to its Empire Heroes Program as a way to mark 20 years of developing and building

communities. The program assists those working in the hospital, law enforcement, fire fighting and other EMS services with purchasing a new home in neighbourhoods where Empire builds.

With each home purchased through the Empire Heroes Program, Empire makes a $1,000 donation to the local hospital foundation. The offer will be extended to armed services personnel, reservists and veterans as the next division of the development moves forward.

“Not only has the Empire Heroes Program resulted in $40,000 to benefit local hospital care, this is the perfect way for new-home owners – especially newcomers to Niagara – to participate in bettering their community,” says Golini.

“What better way to connect with each other than to support services that are used by all of us?”

OneFoundation board member Roland Giguere and NHS Communications Director Brady Wood graciously accepted Empire’s generous gift that will have a significant impact on patient care. Funds will be directed toward the current campaign to enhance and replace equipment for the Endoscopy Program across the NHS. OneFoundation Managing Director Kristina Manzi added thanks for Empire’s plans for continued support. “Imagining a better community is something we definitely share in common.”

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Doling out the dough » by JAYSON SCHWARZ

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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.

At the closing of a new residential real estate transaction, there are usually three groups who get paid: the builder, the government and the lawyer. Each group involves the payment on fairly specific items, and the builder and your lawyer will collect from you for the government remittance.

Generally speaking, your lawyer collects all of the necessary money from your mortgage company and from you.

You will need certified cheques, bank drafts or cash, because of your lawyer’s trust account requirements.

Here’s how the builder gets paid, and where all the money your lawyer wants, needs to go.

The builder will get paid the purchase price of the property less the deposit, plus certain other things. You may even get a credit for items called “adjustments.” The adjustments will be reflected on a document called the Statement of Adjustments which contains a multitude of details, all related to your original agreement.

The Statement of Adjustments will include the HST payable (the rebate will be broken out), the original purchase price on the property, real estate taxes, hydro expenses, common expenses and maintenance fees (as applicable), connection costs, levies and charges, to name but a few. This document is incredibly important. Review it carefully and get everything explained to you, so you understand all the charges that you are required to pay. It is at this point that you find out the final number you are paying to the builder for your new home.

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The Ontario government and the City of Toronto will get paid a Land Transfer Tax, unless you are entitled to the rebate or exemption, and sales tax on goods (if applicable). There are many other items, but they usually show up on your lawyer’s disbursement account or trust reconciliation, as do many of the municipal compliance request charges.

Okay, now what about that lawyer?

First of all, you are going to pay the legal fee, whatever the amount the two of you agreed to. You did of course have a pre-agreed fee, didn’t you? Then there is a list of disbursements.

Disbursements are those monies expended by your lawyer on your behalf necessary to properly search and close the transaction. Be careful – it is here that someone may try to take advantage of you by charging large fax, mail and photocopy fees. Have your lawyer justify all expenditures that don’t make sense. Disbursements include registration charges, title insurance, couriers, searches of all kinds, and many other items necessary to close your transaction.

Remember, a large part of your closing costs is based on what you negotiate at the beginning of your purchase, and are outlined in your Agreement of Purchase and Sale. Please remember, only a lawyer can provide legal service – that is the law!

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//IN THE NEWS

Play, explore, create at the Children’s Discovery Centre GTA’S ONLY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM FOR KIDS SIX AND UNDER NOW OPEN

The Children’s Discovery Centre – the GTA’s only Children’s Museum designed specifically for kids – opened its doors at 45 Strachan Ave. with an official ribbon-cutting celebration. Joining CEO and founder Jeanhy Shim were Adam Vaughan, Member of Parliament, Spadina-Fort York; Mike Layton, City Councillor, Ward 19; Jennifer Keesmaat, Chief Planner, City of Toronto; Geraldine Mabin, educator and advisory board member; and representing Toronto’s young citizens, Maya Jordan, Levi Aaron and James Tito.

In her remarks, Shim commented, “This passion project started only 18 months ago as a grassroots initiative and today with the support of other parents, friends, family and sponsors, we’ve brought this pilot project to life.” The Children’s Discovery Centre encompasses 20,000 sq. ft. of indoor space that will be open daily until Sept. 30 in its temporary location, donated by Diamondcorp and Build Toronto in the Garrison Point neighbourhood.

Shim describes the Discovery Centre “like the ultimate mash-up of the ROM, Ontario Science Centre and AGO for children six and under to play, explore, learn, create, get messy, dress up and use their imaginations.” There are 10 themed Discovery Zones, each thoughtfully designed by a team of early childhood development professionals and curators to stir the imagination and inspire our youngest children to learn through creative play.

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A residential construction boom is contributing to the growth and transformation of Toronto, and record numbers of young people are raising children in condos located in the core.

Shim knows first-hand the challenges of child rearing in an urban environment, having a young daughter of her own. “This is not only a place for our youngest children to explore and play, but it will facilitate connections between parents, grandparents, nannies, day care workers, teachers and visitors to our city,” Shim says.

According to Statistics Canada figures, the number of children ages four and under, living in Toronto’s Downtown West area increased 55 per cent between 2006 and 2011. In the next five to 10 years, a further 6,000 babies could potentially be born to condo residents living in this same area – 49 per cent of whom were 25 to 39 years in 2011. “We project that this will effectively triple the number of families with young children residing in the downtown core, resulting in heightened demand for family-focused products, services, amenities and lifestyle experiences,” Shim adds.

Shim first had the idea for the Children’s Discovery Centre when visiting the Bay Area Discovery Museum in San Francisco with her nieces almost 11 years ago. In the intervening years, she continued to hone her research and marketing skills in the GTA’s housing industry while also becoming a mother and raising her daughter in a downtown condo. Finding a dearth of quality experiences and fun things to do with her own child rekindled the idea for creating Toronto’s first children’s museum for young kids. To help her achieve her goal, Shim has assembled an advisory board of highly respected early childhood development professionals.

“Our goal is to be the ultimate family-friendly destination in downtown Toronto, with an admission price well below other attractions catering to children,” says Shim. The pilot project will run until Sept. 30, 2015, by which time Shim and her team hope to have located a permanent home in the City.

The Children’s Discovery Centre is located at 45 Strachan Ave., at Ordnance, and is open daily 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., including holidays. Individual play-all-day pass is $13 each plus tax. Infants under one are admitted free. Visit childrensdiscoverycentre.com

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When purchasing a new home or condo, size doesn’t have to matter. With condos, townhomes and semi-detached homes becoming more prevalent in many major centres – the average new condo size in Toronto is now 797 sq. ft. – designers and manufactures alike are coming up with space-saving ideas and products to make living in a smaller space practical and beautiful.

The first thing that needs to be established is flow. This can be done even before moving in. As a new-home owner, take the floorplan and decide how the space is to flow to get the best use of each area. This can be done the old fashioned way, by putting pencil to paper or by uploading your floorplan onto an iPad or tablet app that allows you to place furniture on the screen and configure the best set-up. It is important to consider how the space will be used and then plan separate areas for each major activity. Try to design these spaces so they feel separate by creating vignettes with different carpeting, furniture and accessories.

Storage always seems to be a problem in small spaces, but this problem can be almost eliminated with build-in cabinets.

Adding built-in shelving in several spaces does not take up any existing square footage and can go to the ceiling, almost immediately creating a plethora of storage. Built-ins are not only limited to extra storage; this idea can be used to create a desk or home office underneath a staircase, in a child’s bedroom, the kitchen or in a hidden space tucked away. Also, consider using a built-in to house the television and electronics to keep this visual clutter out of sight.

Choose furniture that can do double-duty. With the sizes of living spaces in urban centres steadily on the decline, furniture manufacturers have stepped up their game. Think

about using an ottoman or cube for a coffee table, so when extra company comes, this can turn into extra seating.

Consider an ottoman that opens up to allow for storage of throw pillows and blankets inside.

Moving away from the family room, there are a lot of great storage and furniture ideas for the kitchen. Many kitchen tables can easily be folded up and tucked away after a meal. This idea is also been seen in desk design. Many desk designs include versions that can be folded up and stored when not in use. If a home office is not needed, this idea also works great with home beverage centres or bars.

Creating separation in a small space can make the space appear larger. This can be done by hanging a drape from the ceiling to act as a wall between distinct areas like the eating area and the family room. This allows the area to feel separate, but not boxed in because the walls are not permanent. This can also be done with shelving, but, make sure to use open shelving as not to make the small space feel too closed off.

And finally, adding mirrors or mirrored furniture to a small space can reflect extra light to make a small space feel brighter.

In addition, adding artwork with perspective or depth in them, hung strategically on visual walls can create a sense of openness or direction.

Whether moving into a house or condo, size doesn’t always have to matter. There are several design tactics and products on the market to make your space feel as big as you need it to.

The first thing that needs to be established is flow. This can be done even before moving in.

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Oil slump both good and a potential risk for Ontario » by WAYNE KARL Sure, we’re all loving the lower gas prices at the pumps in Ontario, but a prolonged oil slump could begin to affect the economy and housing here as well as in the oilproducing provinces.

“Sustained low oil prices do provide an upside risk to Ontario growth, as Ontario consumers and manufacturers benefit from lower prices both due to more disposable income available for consumption and lower input costs for exporters respectively,” Ted Tsiakopoulos, regional economist for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., told YPNextHome, after the federal housing agency released its second quarter 2015 Housing Market Outlook.

“Low commodity prices also keep the Canadian dollar lower, thus helping improve competitiveness.

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“One cautionary note for Ontario is that one third of total exports (interprovincial and international exports) are geared for domestic markets, so less exploration and investment in the Prairies means less demand for financial and legal and accounting services whose head offices are located primarily in Ontario.”

Indeed, oil is producing all kinds of economic challenges Canada-wide.

“Lower oil prices are contributing to disparities between provincial housing markets,” says Bob Dugan, chief economist, CMHC. “A slowdown in housing starts and resale transactions in oil-producing provinces such as Alberta will be partly offset by increased housing market activity in other provinces, such as Ontario and British Columbia, which benefit from the positive impacts of declining energy prices, a lower Canadian dollar and continued low mortgage rates.”

“Moreover, since the inventory of completed and unabsorbed units remains above the historical average, we expect the pace of new home construction to moderate over the next couple of years as builders focus on managing the existing inventory,” he adds.

In Ontario, harsh weather dampened housing starts early this year, but are expected to pick up through 2015 with sunny days ahead, before slowing again in 2016. Starts will range between 56,800 to 64,200 units in 2015, and 54,500 to 63,600 units in 2016.

“Apartment (condo) units under construction remain near historical highs, and builders must manage inventories so that under construction counts do not result in unsold inventories,” says Tsiakopoulos.

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Low lending rates changing Canadians’ mortgage habits » by LYDIA MCNUTT

LYDIA MCNUTT

is an award-winning writer and editor of New Condo Guide. Lydia’s love of architecture, interior design and the written word have landed her happily at home at Yellow Pages NextHome, where real estate rules. Email Lydia.McNutt@ ypnexthome.ca, and follow her on Twitter @LydiasTweets

Canadians have been sitting, very comfortably, in an ultra-low mortgage interest rate environment for years now. Just when we thought rates couldn’t go any lower, they did, as the Bank of Canada dropped its key lending rate to 0.75 per cent in January, and the big banks followed suit. At the BoC’s latest rate announcement on May 27, that rate stayed put.

Twenty years ago, the lending rate for a five-year, fixed-rate mortgage was 10.75 per cent. Back in 1981, it was 20.25 per cent, according to ratehub.ca. Today’s numbers in the two-per-cent range are hard to believe, and they’re changing how Canadians handle their debt load.

Canadians are doing everything they can to make the most of these low lending rates, according to the 2015 Mortgage Consumer Survey by conducted Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC).

SURVEY SAYS…

According to CMHC, 60 per cent of mortgage renewers did so before their mortgage term expired, and 55 per cent of them did it to avoid a rise in rates in the future.

Furthermore, mortgage renewers reported taking action to pay off their mortgage sooner. Forty-nine per cent set their mortgage payment higher than the minimum required, while 32 per cent made either lump-sum payments, increased their regular payment, or both.

GOING BROKER:

CMHC also investigated the share of mortgage consumers who used the services of a mortgage broker. The survey found that broker market share is on the rise, having increased from 32 per cent in 2012 to 42 per cent in 2015.

Almost twice as many homebuyers (both first-time and repeat) used a broker (49 per cent), versus existing homeowners who were refinancing their mortgage (24 per cent).

LENDER LOYALTY:

When it comes to loyalty, first-time homebuyers were flightier than their repeat-buyer counterparts. Renewers were more likely to stay with their current lender (86 per cent) whereas only 47 per cent of first-timers 68 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 13 - 27, 2015

stuck with the financial institution they deal with regularly.

Interest rates were the main reason for consumers to jump ship to another lender, at 63 per cent.

Canadians are doing everything they can to make the most of these low lending rates, according to the 2015 Mortgage Consumer Survey by conducted Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

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McCowan Rd

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Tapscott Rd

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Coxwell Ave

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Dufferin St

Lansdowne Rd.

Keele St. Roncesvalles Ave.

Jane St

Park Lawn

Royal York Rd

Renforth Dr

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10 FIELDGATE HOMES

90 Niagara 416-981-0036 • • from $346,000

25 7H

17 FIELDGATE HOMES

Zigg 416-545-0223 • •

25 8F

18 FIELDGATE HOMES

Axiom Tower 2

fieldgatehomes.com •

21 MATTAMY HOMES

Heron Park

www.mattamyhomes.com

22 AVERTON HOMES

Evolution averton.ca • from $320,000

86 MENKES

Humber Mews 416-259-2525 •

from $550,000

7 3I

86 MENKES

Dwell City Town 416-259-2525 •

from $550,000

7 3I

89 DECADE HOMES

Yorkdale Village Phase II 416-638-5656

from $320,000

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ARISTA HOMES

Goddard on the Valley aristahomes.com • •

from $690,000 7B

2

NATIONAL HOMES

The Churchill Collection in Forest Hill 416-922-1414

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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

8

EMSATEC CANADA INC.

The Brownstones 5 416-531-7760 • •

from $350,000 6G

9

LINDVEST

The Brownstones at Westown lindvest.com •

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from $330,000 4C

9

LINDVEST

Grand Cornell Brownstones in Markham lindvest.com

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from $340,000 4C

9

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Corporate lindvest.com • • 4C

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from $250,000

25 8H 9 17E 47 3G

11 TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Canterbury 647-352-2130 • from $767,000 9E

12 NATIONAL HOMES

The Townes of Richview 416-746-1234 •

13 INSOHO DEVELOPMENTS

Highland Creek Collection

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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

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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

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 • from $324,000 8H

77 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Seventy Seven Charles 416-203-7034

78 YOUR HOME DEVELOPMENTS

Nature’s Path 647-340-6972 • from $280,000 17E

83 ARISTA HOMES

Lilly Factory Towns 416-792-4872

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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

ownhighlandcreek.com •

fieldgatehomes.com •

from $570,000 3E

• from $180,000 5H

from $190,000 10F

• • from $2100,000 8G

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

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Briar Hill madisonhomes.ca • from $350,000

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King-Vaughan Rd

Pine Valley

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Jane St

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from $690,000

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from $688,000

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impressionskleinburg.com •

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from $690,000

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Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

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CONSERVATORY GROUP

Upper West Side 289-553-4156 •

from $1099,000

23 14D

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COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

23 14D

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REGAL CREST HOMES

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

23 14D

5

TOWNWOOD HOMES

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000

23 14D

6

PRIMONT HOMES

Renaissance Townes 905-417-3363 •

from $595,000

12 8D

9

TREASURE HILL HOMES

Moda Urban Village treasurehill.com •

20

ANDRIN HOMES

Claridge Gate andrinhomes.com • from $670,000

32

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Chelsea Maple Station

from $700,000

IFC & 1 11E

56

SENATOR HOMES

Bathurst 9130 289-597-4381 • • from $720,000

43 13G

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COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Kleinburg Hills KleinburgHills.com • 4E

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ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Kleinburg Hills

2

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Gates of Nobleton 647-633-3500

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from $950,000 4A

3

TIFFANY PARK HOMES

Valleybrooke Estates 905-303-1620

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from $870,000 8E

4

ARISTA HOMES

Vellore Woods aristahomes.com •

from $750,000 8F

7

LORMEL HOMES

La Viva lavivatowns.com •

from $350,000 5J

8

FIELDGATE HOMES

Kleinburg 905-893-9500

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from $523,000 4E

10

FOREST HILL HOMES

Bridle Path of Thornhill foresthillhomes.ca •

from $1700,000 13F

12

ROSEBURY HOMES

Riverside in Pine Grove 416-746-1234

24

ARISTA HOMES

Vaughan Valley Estates aristahomes.com •

from $1400,000 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

44

MADISON HOMES

Thornhill Ravines 905-417-1203

•

from $1800,000 13G

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

55

OSKAR GROUP

Le Sedici lesedici.com

from $600,000 10E

aspenridgehomes.com •

19 8E 49 14D

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from $400,000

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Richvale

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HEATHWOOD HOMES

Hampshire Mews heathwood.com

from $485,000

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

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

15 FOREST HILL HOMES

Jefferson Forest foresthillhomes.ca •

•

from $800,000 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

26 ARTEN DEVELOPMENT GROUP

The Manors of Roseview Grand roseviewgrand.com

27 ACORN HOMES

Oak Knoll acornhomes.ca

•

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from $650,000 4L

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from $650,000 3C

Richmond Hill

Tel

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central region:

IFC-Inside front cover

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Site Richmond Green

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Town of Markham

Town of WhitechurchStouffville

Thornhill

Town of Newmarket

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Aurora Trails

from $600,000

25, 38-39 & Insert 14E

15 ARISTA HOMES

Aurora Trails aristahomes.com • • from $620,000

38-39 14E

15 PARADISE HOMES

Aurora Trails auroratrails.com • • from $620,000

38-39 14E

15 OPUS HOMES

Aurora Trails auroratrails.com • • from $620,000

20 FIELDGATE HOMES

BlueSky Stouffville

from $700,000

25 & Insert 18F

22 GERANIUM HOMES

Pace on Main 905-591-1071 • from $330,000

35 18F

26 GERANIUM HOMES

Bloomington Woods 905-642-1900 •

35 18D

30 MADISON HOMES

Cornell Rouge 905-472-9556 • • from $690,000

11 8G

30 FOREST HILL HOMES

Cornell Rouge 905-472-9556 • from $690,000

11 8G

50 GERANIUM HOMES

Cardinal Point Downtown Stouffville 905-640-9999

70 MATTAMY HOMES

Cornell

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MARYDEL HOMES

Woodland Hills 905-898-7380

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from $400,000 10B

2

BEAVERBROOK HOMES

The Terrace On Rouge Creek 905-640-7360

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from $390,000 18F

3

MATTAMY HOMES

St. John Forest

mattamyhomes.com

from $650,000 14E

4

ARISTA HOMES

The New U 905-534-1564

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• •

from $490,000 5G

4

PARADISE HOMES

The New U 905-477-0317

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from $490,000 5G

4

STARLANE HOME CORPORATION The New U 905-534-0493

•

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from $490,000 5G

5

TREASURE HILL HOMES

Accolades in Markham 416-798-7705

6

PRIMONT HOMES

Heirloom in Markham 905-201-2804

7

LEBOVIC HOMES

8

fieldgatehomes.com •

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mattamyhomes.com •

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from $1300,000

from $600,000

38-39 14E

35 7F 9 8G

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from $830,000 6F

• •

from $510,000 7F

Bovaird Trail 905-640-7361

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from $2597,000 14H

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

11 MADISON HOMES

Greensborough 905-201-7700

•

•

from $1000,000 7G

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

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from $283,000 18F

18 KYLEMORE COMMUNITIES

Angus Glen West Village 905-887-9950

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from $2000,000 4G

19 NEW ERA HOMES

Landmark Estates 905-953-9046

from $550,000 11D

20 STARLANE HOME CORPORATION BlueSky Stouffville starlanehomes.com •

from $434,000 18F

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Glenway andrinhomes.com • 10E •

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22 CONSERVATORY GROUP

Heritage Collection 905-640-2274

23 ARISTA HOMES

Boxgrove Markham aristahomes.com • 7H

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Cornell

28 PRESTON HOMES

Copper Hills 905-954-4050

30 MADISON HOMES

Forest Hill cornellrouge.com

41 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Upper Cornell 905-554-3446

42 NATIONAL HOMES

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50 GERANIUM HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Cardinal Point 905-640-9999

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50 GERANIUM HOMES

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51 OXFORD HOMES

Coventry Valley 905-836-8902

from $600,000 10D

52 FIELDGATE HOMES

Potter’s Bend 905-294-3125

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53 H&R DEVELOPMENTS

Castle Square hr-newhomes.com • 6G

54 BEAVERBROOK HOMES

Victoria Highlands 416-924-0110

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Woodland Hills 905-907-1500

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Harmony 905-305-8871

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Mill Fair Village

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64 STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Upper Unionville 905-534-0493

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64 PARADISE HOMES

Upper Unionville 905-477-6464

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66 TREASURE HILL HOMES

Aurora Woods on Bayview 905-727-5794

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from $769,000 13H

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from $520,000

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Summerlyn Village 905-775-3461 •

from $580,000

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20 OXFORD HOMES

The Fairgrounds in Sutton 905-235-7744 •

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71 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Mill Street Village

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from $480,000

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Mill Street Village

millstreethomes.com

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MarlLake Village 1-877-428-5115

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MarlLake Village 1-877-428-5115

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from $210,000 5F

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Cedar Ridge 905-722-7210

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from $275,000 10G

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Summit Shores

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from $390,000 2E

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Princeton Woods 705-730-1978

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The Forest 416-746-1234

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from $480,000

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Trailside 705-329-3330

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from $249,000 8C

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Mayberry Estates 705-735-0732

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from $460,000 9G

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Hamptons on Big Bay Point 705-792-6807

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from $250,000 18E

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Big Bay Point 705-735-0732

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from $355,000 13E

10 SUMMERHILL HOMES

West Shore Lakeside Community 705-689-0001

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

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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

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14 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

King Country Estates 905-558-0098

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from $700,000 7K

14 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

King Country Estates 905-558-0255

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from $780,000 7K

14 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

King Country Estates 905-907-1500

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from $750,000 7K

15 MARYDEL HOMES

Seven Meadows marydelhomes.com •

17 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Grand Central 905-778-0873

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18 GRANDVIEW HOMES

Cromwell Place 705-735-0732

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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

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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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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

44 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Treetops 1-855-590-3577

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from $370,000

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44 SORBARA GROUP OF COMPANIES Treetops 1-855-590-3577

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45 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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45 REGAL CREST HOMES

Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

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45 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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46 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Creekside 705-444-0555

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47 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Parkside by Devonleigh 705-435-9991

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from $275,000 6H

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

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from $420,000 8G

58 LAKEVIEW HOMES

Greenbrook Village 519-306-0665

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from $280,000

59 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Fieldstone 1-855-379-1495

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from $600,000 5J

59 DELPARK HOMES

Fieldstone MyFieldstone.ca

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from $570,000 5J

60 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Pretty River Collingwood 1-888-257-1999

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from $310,000 3E

65 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Willow Glen Tottenham 905-406-1044

from $330,000 7J

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Will the housing outlook improve as quickly as it fell? » by WAYNE KARL

What a difference six months makes.

At its kick-off Annual Housing Outlook Conference in Toronto in November, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. didn’t see it coming.

The forecast back then was, short of an “unforeseen economic shock,” the housing outlook for Canada overall was pretty much full steam ahead.

“The housing market does have a fairly bright outlook,” Bob Dugan, chief economist for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., told New Home Guide at the time. “There are a few risks we have our eye on. One of them relates to the high level of (highrise) units that are under construction.” These are trending slightly above the historic average.

Then oil went into a slide, wreaking all kinds of havoc on the economy and housing outlook.

Indeed, the impact of lower oil prices on housing markets has been marked and swift, particularly in Alberta.

“Lower oil prices are contributing to disparities between provincial housing

markets,” Dugan said in releasing CMHC’s second quarter 2015 Housing Market Outlook recently. “A slowdown in housing starts and resale transactions in oil-producing provinces such as Alberta will be partly offset by increased housing market activity in other provinces, such as Ontario and British Columbia, which benefit from the positive impacts of declining energy prices, a lower Canadian dollar and continued low mortgage rates.”

Once oil prices return to “normal,” will the housing outlook improve as quickly as it fell?

“The forecast presented at the 2014 Housing Outlook Conference was prepared shortly after the decline in oil prices had begun,” Dugan told New Home Guide in early June. “At that time, the decline in oil prices was less pronounced and there was considerable uncertainty as to how far they might fall. As a result, the potential impacts of lower oil prices were reflected in our forecast ranges, which allowed for lower oil prices and their impacts on housing starts, MLS sales and MLS average house prices.

We have seen a rapid response to these lower oil prices in the housing markets in oil producing regions, particularly in Alberta.

“Since then, oil prices have declined further, but now appear to have stabilized in the U.S.$50 to $60 per barrel range. We have seen a rapid response to these lower oil prices in the housing markets in oil producing regions, particularly in Alberta. As a result, we have made downward revisions to our forecasts and now expect declines in MLS Sales, housing starts and MLS average house prices in Alberta.

“The swiftness of any recovery will depend on how fast oil prices rise and by how much. We continue to use forecast ranges which allow for a range of possible upside and downside risks to the forecast.”

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Heritage Gate is a limited collection of 65 town and semi-detached homes designed to exude elegance, sophistication and luxury. Heritage Gate is a master-planned community located in one of Canada’s most upscale neighbourhoods. This new community is set in an enclave between Sawmill Valley and Streetsville, which is conveniently close to shopping, dining, schools and immersed in a wellestablished transportation infrastructure. The architectural inspiration of Heritage Gate comes from The Hamptons, one of most affluent areas in the world. Residents will be part of a community that prides itself in its history, nature trails, parks and so much more.

Homes at Heritage Gate range from 1,500 to 2,800 sq. ft. Prices start from the mid $600’s. Construction has commenced, with occupancy beginning fall of 2015. The community is currently 60 per cent sold.

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DUNPAR HOMES | Heritage Gate

LOCATION Mississauga HOUSING TYPE Townhomes and semi-detached homes SALES CENTRE 190 Queen St. S., Streetsville, open on weekends; weekdays by appointment only CONTACT 416.253.5888 heritagegate.ca

second floor hallway and master ensuite » Soaker tub in Master ensuite » Smooth ceilings throughout » Limestone surround gas fireplace » Central air-conditioner » Insulated steel garage door with garage door opener and remotes.

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kitchen, living room, dining room,

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//DESIGNER ADVICE

Beyond the basics:

FIVE DESIGNER ESSENTIALS » by YANIC SIMARD

There are some furnishing basics every space needs, that we all see every day: comfortable chairs, room-brightening lamps, desks for perching that laptop or good book, beautiful art dressing the walls.

As a designer, it’s my job to see beyond the basics, and look to pieces that don’t just serve an obvious function, but solve specific design dilemmas while adding true beauty, and a sense of surprise. When you really open your eyes – and know where to look – you can find unexpected answers to design questions and take your space to a whole new standard of living. ...continued on pg 88

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1. MULTI-TASK MASTERS

» A staple I’ve returned to time and time again, simple stools can function as side tables, extra seats or cocktail tables (especially when clustered together), and tuck away or move easily to suit so many uses. » Hard stools are great if you prioritize the table space (pulled up to seats to hold a drink), and soft stools make for plusher seating (but can still hold a serving tray).

Either way, use this as a chance to add a new texture, like faux fur, cowhide, rich wood, or natural stone.

Get the look: Visit Toronto designer mainstay L’Atelier – shop their showroom, or ask to order one of the many cool and playful options from Made Goods.

2. LIGHTEN UP

» Adding layers of light to a room is key to beautiful design: harsh shadows from one lonely lamp drag down any decor, so you should always include as many types of lighting as possible (sconces, floor lamps, table lights, pendants). However, the lighting source doesn’t have to be strictly functional. Consider choosing a piece that makes its own statement – after all, it’ll be in the spotlight! » Simple white shades are timeless (the modern trend being non-tapered cylinders and squares), but even more trendy is the bare Edison-style bulb.

This touch of industrial style plays well against traditional or modern furnishings because of the raw, elemental nature of the exposed filament.

Get the look: Universal lamp carries a wide selection of styles in-store and even more by order – I especially love 88 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 13 - 27, 2015

the dramatic Medusa lamp with its array of bulbs adding a rich glow while making an un-missable statement.

3. GET SEATED

» While most homes will have a standby sofa or sectional for everyday lounging, don’t underestimate the value of a full-sized, single seat chair. You’ll want something that will cocoon you when you just need some alone time. A pair of matching sofas can be a great look, but don’t be afraid of asymmetry and different periods – the best groupings include some variety to suit all different seating situations. » Upholstered furniture does not have to use the same material on the front and back, which gives you another great chance to embrace a high impact look in a smaller dose. A bold fabric or finish on just one side gives a touch of drama without sacrificing any practicality. Then use accent pillows in a relating fabric to connect

it back to your sofa for harmony.

Get the look: When I visited In The Know (affectionately known as ITK), they had not one but two cool classic egg chairs – one in bold red and one with an industrial metal “shell” and brown leather seat. Of course, at ITK every item on the floor drops in price every week until they’re quickly snapped up, so you’ll have to visit to see what great new treasures are waiting there to inspire you.

4. LOOKING BACK

» A mirror is often thought of as a fashion accessory – one full length in the bedroom for getting dressed, and one in the foyer for a quick headingout-the-door check. However, mirrors are bigger than ever as a decor accessory that, besides doubling the visual space, can bring a beauty all their own. Antique mirrors, with natural (or applied) patina, bring a

Often associated with pianos or parks, the humble bench is a powerful piece of seating. I like to use one in long or awkward floor plans for its ability to connect spaces.

very on-trend touch of old-world glam to a space. » I recently designed a custom aged glass mirror for a client, but you can simulate this look with a fun DIY project by picking up a stripping or antiquing kit, some gold spray paint, and a budget mirror. Make sure to read the directions carefully (and wear protective gear), and once the antiquing is finished a few tiny spurts of the spray paint will give it an extra level of dimension.

Get the look: Get a simple mirror from Ikea and look to hardware or art supply stores for etching kits, or visit Zilli Home for wall-hung and oversized floor options in a range of styles.

5. HIT THE BENCH

» Often associated with pianos or parks, the humble bench is a powerful piece of seating. I like to use one in long or awkward floor plans for its ability to connect spaces. In a room too big for one seating group, break the space into multiple areas with a bench in the middle to serve both seating groups. It creates a visual line, while serving double duty. » A bench also makes a stylish seat for your dining table (just stick to a two-seater so nobody is trapped in the

middle), or an extra cocktail table option for Standing Room Only occasions.

Get the look: Visit Elte’s large multifloor showroom to find, well, just about everything.

Now that you’ve got some great new ideas for next-level must-haves, you should be ready to take your decor from simply practical to its full potential.

If you’re worried about mixing the pieces together, you’ve got a good start to that, too – all of these ideas can work together to start your cool condo look.

Now keep your eyes open, and look beyond the basics!

YANIC SIMARD

is the principal designer of the Toronto Interior Design Group. Specializing in residential and commercial projects, Simard often applies his signature high/ low and old/new combination design techniques in developing unique designs.

Simard has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and has appeared as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine. Visit tidg.ca

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The Village of Southfields 905-843-0707 • • •

9

MATTAMY HOMES

Mount Pleasant North

mattamyhomes.com

from $450,000

• • from $341,000

Page No.

Fi Map nd er

IBC 6L BC 7O

11 FIELDGATE HOMES

Lotus Pointe Caledon 905-838-2806 • •

from $600,000

25 & Insert 6M

14 TREASURE HILL HOMES

Southfield Meadows treasurehill.com •

from $420,000

19 6M

Centretown 905-495-5067 • • • from $391,000

12 6P

23 HEATHWOOD HOMES

Meadow Green 647-287-7042 • • from $520,000

51 8R

55 PRIMONT HOMES

Newtowns at Mount Pleasant

from $340,000

12 6P

62 FIELDGATE HOMES

Valley Lands 905-457-0445 • • • from $612,000

25 & Insert 9O

67 PRIMONT HOMES

Seasons in Caledon

www.primonthomes.com

• •

from $600,000

13 7M

1

LIV COMMUNITIES

The Classics info@livhere.ca •

2

COSCORP INC.

The Village of Southfields

thevillageofsouthfields.ca •

• •

from $490,000 6L

3

EMPIRE COMMUNITIES

Lakeside

empirelakeside.com •

•

from $350,000 7N

4

VANMAR HOMES

Credit Ridge Estates 416-746-1234

•

from $550,000 8P

5

TIFFANY PARK HOMES

The Estates of Spring Valley 905-216-5620

•

from $583,000 6P

6

REGAL CREST HOMES

Countryside Meadows

countrysidemeadows.ca

•

from $346,000 8M

7

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Mayfield Village 905-230-2592

• •

from $360,000 11L

8

TREASURE HILL HOMES

Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

•

from $780,000 11L

8

STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

•

from $780,000 11L

8

GREENPARK HOMES

Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

•

from $780,000 11L

8

QUEENSGATE HOMES

Vales of the Humber

queensgateavalee.com •

from $640,000 11L

8

AVALEE

Vales of the Humber

queensgateavalee.com •

from $640,000 11L

9

MATTAMY HOMES

Mount Pleasant Village

mattamyhomes.com •

• • from $255,000 7O

10 STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Mount Pleasant Meadows

meadowsbrampton.com

•

from $464,000 6O

10 VALERY HOMES

Mount Pleasant Meadows

meadowsbrampton.com

•

from $464,000 6O

11 GREENPARK HOMES

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

12 GREAT GULF

Westfield 905-866-6876

•

from $470,000 10K

13 STANFORD HOMES

The Ravines of Credit Woods 905-453-4200

from $570,000 6P

15 FIELDGATE HOMES

Cobblestones 905-457-0445

•

16 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Urban Towndominiums at Mount Pleasant rosehavenurban.com

17 PEMBERTON GROUP

Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club 905-799-5000

•

•

• •

from $600,000 6O

from $679,000 8Q

• • from $295,000 6O

• • • from $190,000 8M

18 SABERWOOD HOMES

Heart Lake Village 905-773-6549

19 LINDVEST

Spring Valley Junction lindvest.com/svj •

from $620,000 7P

20 LIV COMMUNITIES

Casablanca 905-915-5227

•

from $700,000 9J

24 CONSERVATORY GROUP

Trinity Village 905-846-2930

•

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 37O

38 ANDRIN HOMES

Turnberry Townhomes AndrinTowns.com

45 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

• from $300,000 8N

•

•

from $350,000 9M

Pathways 905-584-2225

•

from $490,000 8K

48 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca

•

•

from $850,000 8Q

48 REGAL CREST HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca

•

•

from $850,000 8Q

48 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca

•

from $850,000 8Q

51 ACORN HOMES

Castlegate acornhomes.ca

•

from $575,000 11K

55 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant 416-410-0175

•

•

from $405,000 6P

55 TOWNWOOD HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant LoveMountPleasant.com •

•

from $270,000 6P

55 TOWNWOOD HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant LoveMountPleasant.com •

•

from $405,000 6P

55 PARADISE HOMES

Upper Mount Pleasent

paradisedevelopments.com •

•

from $400,000 6P

58 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Meadowlands 519-942-3312

•

•

from $339,000 3C

60 PRIMONT HOMES

Castlemore 905-856-5777

• •

from $430,000 9K

64 MERIDIAN HOMES

Credit Valley Manors 905-216-5186

•

•

from $400,000 8P

65 GREAT GULF

Mount Pleasant 905-459-5772

•

from $640,000 6P

66 BALLANTRY HOMES

Spring Valley Village

ballantryhomes.com

•

from $420,000 9M

Brampton, Caledon, Bolton

www.primonthomes.com

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21 PRIMONT HOMES

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MATTAMY HOMES

Cranberry Hill

www.mattamyhomes.com

14 AVERTON HOMES

Averton Square

avertonsquare.com •

from $620,000

47 9H

17 MATTAMY HOMES

Hawthorne South Village

mattamyhomes.com •

from $380,000

9 9G

33 MENKES

The Enclaves of Upper Canada

289-891-9103

•

•

from $490,000

7 9C

45 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

On the Ridge

liveontheridge.ca •

•

from $350,000

16 3R

45 HOMES BY DESANTIS

On the Ridge

liveontheridge.ca •

•

from $350,000

16 3R

out of range HOMES BY DESANTIS

Lyon’s Creek

lyonscreekchippawa.com •

• •

from $270,000

16

out of range ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Lyon’s Creek

lyonscreekchippawa.com •

• •

from $270,000

16

1

SCHUIT HOMES

Perth Park

905-628-9559

• 2Q

2

GREAT GULF

Edgewood

905-356-9408

•

3

SPALLACCI HOMES

Simona Place

spallaccihomes.com • 2Q

4

SPALLACCI HOMES

Eden Park

905-381-4280

•

from $320,000 2Q

4

SPALLACCI HOMES

Eden Park

www.spallaccihomes.com •

from $320,000 2Q

6

COUNTRY GREEN HOMES

The Uptowns of waterdown

905-690-7600

•

•

from $250,000 10K

7

LAKEVIEW HOMES

Cannery Park

1800-565-5150

•

from $320,000 9G

9

BEAVERHALL HOMES

Forestwood

905-636-1365

•

from $518,000 9G

10 GREAT GULF

Rolling Meadows

905-680-0841

• from $300,000 12R

11 BRANTHAVEN HOMES

Jazz Condos

jazzcondos.ca

•

12 TOBYN PARK HOMES

Park City

parkliving.ca

• from $180,000 10L

13 HEATHWOOD HOMES

The Village at Traditions

905-876-3140

• •

from $441,000 8H

19 CONSERVATORY GROUP

Jasper Village

905-636-1942

•

•

from $520,000 10G

20 PARKBRIDGE LIFESTYLE COMMUNITIES INC. Cherry Hill at Vineland

1-800-479-9777

•

from $194,000 12R

22 COUNTRY GREEN HOMES

Park Place Village

905-690-7600

•

• •

from $250,000 8M

26 EDEN OAK

Weaver’s Mill

weaversmill.com/nh •

from $336,000 6B

35 PHELPS HOMES

Jordan Village

phelpshomes.com •

from $345,000 8R

36 PHELPS HOMES

Brookside

phelpshomes.com •

from $236,000 7R

37 PHELPS HOMES

Streamside

phelpshomes.com •

from $316,000 6R

38 LOSANI HOMES

Ancaster Glen

289-239-7629

from $370,000 2Q

39 LOSANI HOMES

The Fairgrounds

289-286-0928

from $250,000 2Q

40 LOSANI HOMES

Greenhill Glen

905-538-8752

from $270,000 4Q

41 LOSANI HOMES

Sherman Oaks

905-574-0828

from $290,000 3R

42 LOSANI HOMES

Paramount

905-560-2061

from $230,000 3R

43 LOSANI HOMES

Orchard Park

905-930-9943

from $390,000 5Q

44 LOSANI HOMES

Discovery

905-563-0666

from $330,000 8R

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from $305,000 11Q

from $200,000 9N

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STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Woodland Trails liveonoakville.ca • from $590,000

29 5D

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Woodland Trails liveonoakville.ca • from $590,000

29 5D

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GREAT GULF

Trafalgar Landing 905-844-1605 • from $580,000

31 5C

1

MATTAMY HOMES

The Preserve

3

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6

mattamyhomes.com •

•

from $579,000 4E

Bronte Park Town Manors 416-746-1234

•

from $590,000 3H

BRANTHAVEN HOMES

Oakvillage oakvillage.ca

•

from $410,000 5C

6

MINTO

Oakvillage oakvillage.ca

•

from $410,000 5C

6

EMSHIH DEVELOPMENTS INC

Oakvillage 905-639-9006

•

from $410,000 5C

15

MENKES

Millstone On The Park 905-825-3619

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from $420,000 3G

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Church St N

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Greenwood Rd

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Gordon St

Cochrane St

Audley Rd

Salem Rd

Blair St Brock St S

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Paddock Rd

16 Sideline Brock Rd Cen tral St

Hopkins St

Henry St

Delaney Dr

12 Sideline

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Kendalwood R

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8 Concession

9 Concession

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Halls Rd N

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6 Concession

Columbus Rd

Brawley Rd

4 Sideline

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13

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Lake Ridge R

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Beatrice St

Taunton Rd W

16 Conlin Rd

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Ashburn Rd

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Park Rd S

Park Rd S

Garden St Blair St

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14 HEATHWOOD HOMES

Country Lane in Whitby

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U.C. Towns

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47 SENATOR HOMES

Harbourside Condominiums

905-493-3823

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Whitby Meadows

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Stonecrest

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Somerset

905-428-0500

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from $690,000 7G

5

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The Village of Brooklin West

905-425-0539

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Town Central

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Triumph

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The Forest of Lyndebrook

416-746-1234

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Elements Townhomes

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from $390,000 7H

10 FERNBROOK HOMES

Altona Woods

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Folkstone

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from $335,000 10G

21 GREAT GULF

Grandview Oshawa

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from $334,000 14F

31 PRESTON HOMES

Prestonvale Heights

905-432-2800

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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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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

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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

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from $1050,000 11C

90 LEBOVIC HOMES

Old Taunton in Pickering

905-428-3434

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91 SUNDANCE HOMES

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

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from $350,000 11J

92 GLEN ROUGE HOMES

The Cornerstone

905-415-2710

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Verandas

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Port Hope Lakeside Village

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from $229,000 15J

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

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The Estates at Sunset Ridge

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Jackson Creek Meadows

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Foxtrail

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Port of Newcastle

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Port of Newcastle

905-987-5146

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from $479,000 14E

8

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Bond Head Estates

905-438-9516

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from $850,000 14E

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Harmony Condominiums

705-748-4663

• from $189,000

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Willmot Creek On The Lake

905-697-5806

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Lake Scugog Estates

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Aspen Heights

905-697-0513

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Estates of Wyndance

905-649-8197

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Woodlands of Upper Courtice

905-787-0963

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from $260,000

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Parklands

1-866-443-7900

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Gracefields

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Gracefields

1-877-361-4226

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Gracefields

1-877-361-4226

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Northglen

northglen.ca

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Northglen

905-419-7222

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Northglen

northglen.ca

from $245,000 11B

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BrookHill

905-697-0765

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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

MORTGAGE AMOUNT ÷ 1,000

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.

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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 JUNE 13 - 27, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 105

Compare mortgage rates for your best deal CHARTERED BANKS

Variable

ATB Financial

2.35

Alterna Svgs/Alterna Bk

2.45

Bank of Montreal

2.85

Bank of Nova Scotia

2.85

Canadian Western Bank CFF Bank

CIBC

ICICI Bank Canada

6 Months

1 Year

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

4

2.94

2.64

2.54

2.69

2.74

4

2.85

2.85

2.39

2.94

2.68

4

2.89

2.84

3.39

3.89

2.74

3.29

3.09

3.39

3.89

4.49

3.14

3.04

3.65

4.2

4.74

2.99

2.79

2.49

2.89

2.69

4.00op 6.30op 6.30op 4.55

2.9

6.45op

6.30op

6.70op

2.55

4.45

National Bank

n/a

4.4

President’s Choice Finan

2.5

2.85

TD Canada Trust

2.85

Tangerine

2.85

6.30op

6.50op

Manulife Bank

Royal Bank

6.30op

6.45op 4

2.85

4.00op

6.70op

6.30op

2.89

6.35op 3.15

4.00op

2.29 3.65

3.55

3.64

2.69 3.69

4.79

3.69

3

2.94

2.84

2.79

2.79

2.89

2.84

3.39

2.74

2.84

3.35op

6.70op

3.04

3.65

3.49

2.67

4.39

4.64

2.89

2.24

3.39

3.89

2.74

3.19

3.24

3.49

3.69

3.79

3.14 2.89 6.30op 3.35 6.30op 2.69 3.14 6.30op 3.29 6.50op

3.25 2.59

3.95 3.39

4.39 3.89

4.64 4.64

3.5

3.7

4.3

4.35

2.35 3.09

2.39 3.39

2.59 3.89

2.59 2.99

3.09

3.39

3.89

4.49

3.1

3.33

3.65

3.13

2.89

2.95

2.99

2.69

2.19 2.59

2.34 2.69

2.54 2.84

2.69 2.69

2.69

2.89

2.79

2.89

3.09

3.39

3.89

4.74

2.9

2.99

3.9

4.45

3.09

3.55

3.29

2.69

2.85

2.95

3.05

3.15

2.55

2.55

2.65

2.65

3.14

6.30op

6.30op

2.29

4.44

TRUST COMPANIES Community Trust Concentra Financial

n/a n/a

Effort Trust

n/a

Home Trust Company Investors Group Trust

2.35 n/a

MTCC

2.85

6.5 5 6.70op 4.45 6.30op 3.95 4.2 6.50op 4.55 6.45op

OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Airline Financial C.U.

4

Comtech Credit Union

2.45

First National Fin. LP FirstOntario C.U.

2.85

IC Savings

2.85

London Life

n/a

Luminus Financial

2.8

Meridian Credit Union

2.65

Parama Credit Union

2.65

Steinbach Credit Union

2.4

6.2 6.40op 3.1 6.34op 6.15 6.50op 4.2 6.50op

4

3.01 6.25op 2.89 6.30op 2.29 2.89 6.34op 2.89 6.50op 3.14 6.30op 2.95 6.25op 3.09 6.30op 2.8 2.95op 2.45

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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Rosehaven Homes

Brampton – Urban Towndominiums at Mount Pleasant

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NEW OPENINGS Andrin Homes

Thornhill – Claridge Gate

Three-storey terrace townhomes from $669,990. andrinhomes.com Madison Homes

Markham – Greensborough

Singles on 41- and 45-ft. lots. madisonhomes.ca Arista Homes

Vaughan – Vellmore Woods

Detached family homes in Vaughan, now under construction. aristahomes.com Ballymore Homes

Tottenham – Mill Street Village

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

Averton Homes

Bowmanville – Beacon Hill

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

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

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 Brookfield Residential

Uxbridge – Foxtrail

Model homes now open for these bungalow townhomes from $469,990. brookfieldhomes.ca 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

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

Brampton – Valleylands on Chinguacousy

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

Brampton – Mount Pleasant North

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

Richmond Hill – The Humberlands

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

Richmond Hill – Kettle Lakes Club

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

Forest Hill – The Churchill Collection

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

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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

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

Brampton – Spring Valley Village

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

Oshawa – Park Ridge

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

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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

Limited release of prime 40- and 45-ft. lots. queensgateavalee.com

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Paradise Developments

Whitby – Whitby Meadows

Towns, semis and detached homes coming soon to this master-planned community. paradisedevelopments.com Senator Homes

Richmond Hill – 9130 Bathurst

Modern two-car garage towns in a contemporary urban community. senatorhomes.com Queensgate/Avalee

Brampton – Vales of the Humber

Coming soon – register now for priority preview of 40- and 45-ft. luxury homes. queensgateavalee.com Lindvest

Brampton – Spring Valley Junction

Coming soon – 38- and 41-ft. detached homes in Brampton. lindvest.com Kantium Development

Whitby – Trafalgar Green

PREVIEW REGISTRATION Aspen Ridge Homes

Chelsea Maple Station – Maple

Register now for this new modern townhome community, located across from the GO Station. aspenridgehomes.com Brookfield Residential

New Seaton – Pickering

Register now for garden and village townhomes in Whitby. trafalgargreen.com Heathwood Homes

Coming soon – freehold towns starting from the low $400’s at Heart Lake Road and Hwy. 410. treasurehill.com Tribute Communities

Oshawa – U.C. Towns

Coming soon to north Oshawa – urban village townhomes. mytribute.ca Primont Homes

Caledon – Seasons

Grand Opening – 36-,42- and 43-ft. detached homes from $599,900. primonthomes.com Mattamy Homes

Scarborough – Heron Park

A whole new community of towns and semidetached homes. mattamyhomes.com

Ballantry Homes

Oakville – Oak Park

Register now for this collection of urban townhomes and midrise condominiums. ballantryhomes.com Mattamy Homes

Milton – Hawthorne Village On The Escarpment

Coming soon, exclusive new townhome designs on the Escarpment. mattamyhomes.com Great Gulf

Brampton – Mount Pleasant

Preview opening at Bovaird and Creditview – full depth lots with unique standard features. greatgulf.com

Bremont Homes

Newmarket – Woodland Hills

Brampton – Credit River Golf Estates

Treasure Hill Homes

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Coming soon – register now freehold townhomes at Bayview and Hwy. 7. treasurehill.com

Estate homes on Creditview Road, from more than $1 million. mybremont.ca

Lakeview Homes/Andrin Homes

Treasure Hill Homes

Register now for priority opportunity of singles and towns coming soon. countrywidehomes.ca

Coming soon – towns and singles, some with court, ravine and pie-shaped lots. countrywidehomes.ca

Andrin Homes

Caledon – Southfield Meadow

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Bradford – DreamFields

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Preview opening of towns, semis and singles on Mississauga Road. heathwood.com

Oakville – Trafalgar Landing

Holland Landing – Hillsborough

Register now for these towns and semis in one of Mississauga’s newest communities. churchillwoods.ca

Brampton – Meadowgreen

Coming in 2016 – register to be among the first to learn about this new community in north Pickering. brookfieldhomes.ca A collection of detached homes on 38-, 40and 45-ft. lots. andrinhomes.com

Greenpark/Starlane

Mississauga – Churchill Woods

Register now for freehold townhomes at Dundas and Trafalgar. greatgulf.com

Newmarket – Glenway

Coming soon – 50-ft. bungalows and twostorey singles, two-storey towns and threestorey urban towns. liveinglenway.com Aspen Ridge/Lakeview/CountryWide

Queensville – Newmarket

Coming soon, townhomes and 36- and 45-ft. singles myqueensville.com Bayview Wellington Homes

Bradford – Green Valley Estates

Grand opening for this community of towns, semis and singles. greenvalleyestates.com Treasure Hill Homes

Aurora – Aurora Views on Wellington

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FIELDGATE HOMES - Aurora Trails

ANDRIN HOMES - Hillsborough Holland Landing

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FIELDGATE HOMES - Axiom Tower 2

ARISTA HOMES - Aurora Trails ARISTA HOMES - IMPRESSIONS ASPEN RIDGE HOMES - Chelsea Maple Station

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FIELDGATE HOMES - BlueSky Stouffville FIELDGATE HOMES - IMPRESSIONS

25 & Insert 5, 25 & Insert

FIELDGATE HOMES - Lotus Pointe Caledon

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ASPEN RIDGE HOMES - Upper West Side

23

FIELDGATE HOMES - Valley Lands

AVERTON HOMES - Averton Common

47

FIELDGATE HOMES - Zigg

25

AVERTON HOMES - Averton Square

47

FOREST HILL HOMES - Cornell Rouge

11

AVERTON HOMES - Beacon Hill Bowmanville

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GERANIUM HOMES - Bloomington Woods

35

AVERTON HOMES - Evolution

47

GERANIUM HOMES - Cardinal Point Downtown Stouffville

35

AVERTON HOMES - Main Street Seaton

47

GERANIUM HOMES - Corporate

34

AVERTON HOMES - Victoria Highlands

47

GERANIUM HOMES - Model Home of the Month

BALLYMORE HOMES - Jubilee

59

GERANIUM HOMES - Pace on Main

35

BALLYMORE HOMES - Mill Street Village

65

GERANIUM HOMES - Verandas

35

BRIARWOOD HOMES - Jubilee

59

GREAT GULF - Castlemore Crossing

31

BRIARWOOD HOMES - Mill Street Village

65

GREAT GULF - Summerlyn Village

31

CONSERVATORY GROUP - Upper West Side

23

GREAT GULF - Trafalgar Landing

31

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES - Upper West Side

23

HEATHWOOD HOMES - Country Lane in Whitby

51

DECADE HOMES - Yorkdale Village Phase II

69

HEATHWOOD HOMES - Meadow Green

51

DUNSIRE DEVELOPMENTS - Anchors at lakeview

83

HI RISE (WEST) INC. - Spice Urban Towns on Danforth Rd

DUNSIRE DEVELOPMENTS - Barca Verde

83

HOMES BY DESANTIS - Lyon’s Creek

16

DUNSIRE DEVELOPMENTS - Crown Collection

83

HOMES BY DESANTIS - On the Ridge

16

DUNSIRE DEVELOPMENTS - White Cedar Estates

83

HSBC - Corporate

27

KANTIUM DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION - Trafalgar Green

45

LUXURY LIVING MAGAZINE - Promo

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FAMILY OF MAGAZINES - Promo

108

FIELDGATE HOMES - 90 Niagara

25

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MADISON HOMES - Briar Hill

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PRIMONT HOMES - Newtowns at Mount Pleasant

12

MADISON HOMES - Cornell Rouge

11

PRIMONT HOMES - Renaissance Townes

12

MANCINI HOMES - West Ridge Place Orillia

66

PRIMONT HOMES - Seasons in Caledon

13

REGAL CREST HOMES - Upper West Side

23

ROSEHAVEN HOMES - Corporate

17

ROSEHAVEN HOMES - Lyon’s Creek

16

ROSEHAVEN HOMES - On the Ridge

16

ROSEHAVEN HOMES - Woodland Trails

29

SCHWARZ LAW LLP - Barristers & Solicitors

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SENATOR HOMES - Bathurst 9130

43

SENATOR HOMES - Harbourside Condominiums

43

SENATOR HOMES - Havelock Corners

43

SENATOR HOMES - Richvale

43

STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Woodland Trails

29

TOWNWOOD HOMES - Upper West Side

23

TREASURE HILL HOMES - Acacia Estates

19

TREASURE HILL HOMES - Aurora Views on Wellington

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TREASURE HILL HOMES - Moda Urban Village

19

TREASURE HILL HOMES - Southfield Meadows

19

TREASURE HILL HOMES - Tiara Estate Collection

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TREASURE HILL HOMES - Victory Heights

19

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES - U.C. Towns

21

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MATTAMY HOMES - Cornell

9

MATTAMY HOMES - Corporate

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MATTAMY HOMES - Cranberry Hill

9

MATTAMY HOMES - Hawthorne South Village

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MATTAMY HOMES - Heron Park

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MATTAMY HOMES - Mount Pleasant North MATTAMY HOMES - Richmond Green MATTAMY HOMES - Seaton

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MENKES - Corporate

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MENKES - Dwell City Town

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MENKES - Hometown Sharon Village

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MENKES - Humber Mews

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MENKES - The Enclaves of Upper Canada

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MONARCH CORPORATION - Kleinburg Crown Estates

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MONARCH CORPORATION - The Village of Southfields

IBC

MONARCH CORPORATION - Topper Woods

IBC

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PRIMONT HOMES - Centretown

12

YOUR FIRST HOME - Promo

PRIMONT HOMES - JadeGarden at Cornell

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YP NEXT HOME - Promo

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