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GRAND OPENING

Fieldgate Homes

New release of singles at Impressions in Kleinburg

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Geranium Homes

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Hillsborough in Holland Landing – close to everything, far from ordinary 2 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 27 - JULY 25, 2015

Only a few bungalows remain at The Verandas in Port Hope

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Mattamy Homes

Upcoming communities from the Home Builder of the Year

regular and special features IN EVERY ISSUE

4 Editor’s Note 10 Contributors 102 Ad Index COLUMNISTS

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BILD Report

Building communities where people play

by Bryan Tuckey

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Fundamentally Speaking SmartTrack transit plan gets an important boost

by Wayne Karl

Taxing Issues

Capital expenditures and deductible expenses

by Henry Choo Chong

Legally Speaking

Not every lawyer is a real estate lawyer

by Jayson Schwarz

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Tarion Report

Common concerns of new-home buyers

by Howard Bogach

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Mortgage Advice

Affordability in Toronto – 1985 versus today

by Alyssa Richard

Designer Advice

Toe-kicks: kick it up a notch!

by Yanic Simard

HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

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Resource Section

Mortgage Calculator and Rate Table

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GTA Hot Sheet

Two pages of new openings, new releases and preview registrations

IN THE NEWS

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Treasure Hill Homes

Cycling team raises $250,000 for Ride to Conquer Cancer

Menkes

Event educates homeowners on Energy Star homes

Mortgages

Canadians expect to pay $60,000 in mortgage interest

Consumer Protection

Change will expose phantom offers, ease bidding wars

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//EDITOR’S NOTE

Take advantage while you can Low interest rates still in your favour

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SUSAN LEGGE

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

he Bank of Canada’s most recent rate announcement – holding its interest rate target at 0.75 per cent – is the continuation of good news for prospective homebuyers and those otherwise in the market for a new mortgage.

There are many excellent mortgage products available from banks and brokers that will suit your individual needs, and could well be lower than posted bank rates, which are currently hovering around three per cent for a variable rate.

With a pre-approval in hand, you’re protected if rates rise; if they go down, you’ll likely get an even lower rate. A pre-approval can be a win-win situation for shoppers, since it means you don’t

have to wait to get financing approval on a home when you put in an offer. Th is is an especially good tool to have when markets are hot. Removing the “conditional on financing” clause could mean your offer is accepted fi rst since you already have your financing in place.

So when will rates rise? It’s anyone’s guess, but most experts agree there could be some movement later this year. (BoC’s next rate announcement is July 15.)

However, we can’t assume that will be the case, and you shouldn’t wait too long to get pre-approved for a mortgage. It can take a few days. Many lenders offer online pre-approvals to make the process faster and easier.

Take advantage while you still can.

Boosting transit, testing patience Get used to the disruption for long-term benefit

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WAYNE KARL

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

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n slightly less than two weeks, Toronto’s already stressed transit and highway systems will be tested like never before, when the 2015 Pan Am Games take place from July 10 to 26. If you haven’t been paying attention to the advice from organizers and City officials about how you might want to alter your commuting method or work schedule, you could learn a lesson the hard way.

About 10,000 athletes and coaches, 20,000 volunteers and who knows how many fans will travel to and from, within and around Toronto and surrounding areas. No one knows for sure, perhaps, but if we think it’s going to be commuting business as usual, we’re likely going to be dead wrong. To say the least, it will be a good test of our systems – and patience.

Fortunately, longer term, Toronto’s aging transit system will get an important boost from the federal government’s decision to fund Mayor John Tory’s SmartTrack plan, to the tune of $2.6 billion. Roughly a third of the total cost, that’s $2.6 billion you and I won’t have to find a way to fork over to fund a transit upgrade that is so desperately needed.

Far more than just how we commute, transit is an increasingly essential part of how we plan and build our cities, and where and how we live, work and play.

Construction of SmartTrack and other initiatives, however, will take far longer than two weeks to complete.

So, take a deep breath and enjoy the Games. The fun is just beginning.

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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?

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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.

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PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

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

Conni Robinson

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

Susan Maxwell ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung EDITOR

Wayne Karl CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

BILD REPORT

MORTGAGE ADVICE

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)

is the Founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart financial decisions.

BRYAN TUCKEY

ALYSSA RICHARD

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

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TAXING ISSUES

DESIGNER ADVICE

TARION REPORT

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

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.

is President and CEO of Tarion Warranty Corp. His column appears monthly in New Home Guide.

For more information about how Tarion helps new-home buyers, visit tarion.com or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ TarionWarrantyCorp.

HENRY CHOO CHONG, CGA

YANIC SIMARD

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//IN THE NEWS

Cycle Warriors raise $250,000 for Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer TREASURE HILL PRESIDENT FORGES HIS OWN PATH TO HELP THE PRINCESS MARGARET CANCER FOUNDATION Four years ago, Nicholas Fidei, president of Treasure Hill, participated in his first Ride to Conquer Cancer and raised $20,000. On June 14, 2015, he was proud to hand the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation a cheque for $250,000. Quite a difference a couple of years makes.

An avid cyclist for many years, Fidei decided three years ago 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.” Two years ago, he formed his own team, Cycle Warriors, and over their first two years, Cycle Warriors raised an impressive total of $120,000.

Fidei was happy with their results, but decided to take things to the next gear, so to speak. He was determined to acquire fewer 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,” he 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 corporate sponsors, and it worked extremely well.” The Fiat 500 was given away at the finish line at the post-event celebration, where the team, friends and family enjoyed a catered event under a tent. Together, they 18 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 27 - JULY 25, 2015

celebrated the impressive effort and shared many hugs and congratulations.

As a result of this initiative, Fidei’s Foundation raised $150,000 well before the event. The rest of his team of 24 cyclists raised $100,000, which brought the Cycle Warriors’ 2015 total funds raised to an impressive $250,000.

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

The entire event featured 4,853 riders and raised more than $19 million. Fidei was the second-highest individual fundraiser, while Cycle Warriors finished in the top 10.

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//BILD REPORT

Building communities where people 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).

In every complete community, there are special places where people play.

Whether it’s a trail system to cycle on, parks where children run and climb or recreation centres that allow a range of activities for all ages – these spaces are major hubs and often the heart of their communities.

Let’s take a look at places where people play and explain that many come as a result of newly-built communities.

There is a common misconception that new parks, trails and recreation centres are paid for by current residents through their property taxes.

However, in most cases across the GTA, that’s just not true. They are often funded through Development Charges and other government fees, paid by new-home buyers when they purchase a new home.

Development Charges are a tax imposed by local municipalities, as well as GO Transit and education boards, and are paid for by new-home buyers to help offset capital costs of growthrelated municipal services like roads,

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sewers and parks. BILD advocates for fair and reasonable government fees and charges and increased transparency and accountability around how the funds are collected and applied.

The building and land development industry also designs and builds, and in some cases pays for play spaces for people to enjoy in the communities that are constructing.

For example, Daniels Corporation’s City of the Arts project on Toronto’s waterfront will feature new arts and cultural spaces for businesses and non-profit organizations, as well as new shops, restaurants, a new pedestrian promenade and park that will provide a public gathering space for markets, festivals and more.

Committing space and dollars to recreational projects is not confined to the city core.

In the western GTA, the Town of Milton is now home to the new Mattamy National Cycling Centre, and it’s one of two internationally-sanctioned timber tracks in Canada.

The track will first be used as a venue during the Toronto 2015 Pan Am Games and then open for public use.

The capital costs for the facility were primarily funded through development charges, federal grants and private donations, including a $2 million donation by Mattamy Homes. Specifically, about 25 per cent of the $56-million project budget came from Development Charges generated by new-home buyers, Mattamy Homes and other local developers and builders.

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//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Toronto’s SmartTrack transit gets a big boost with federal funding » 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 – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property.

He can be reached at wayne.karl@ypnexthome.ca

or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

Toronto’s transit expansion plans received an important boost recently with the federal government committing to fund Major John Tory’s SmartTrack plan to the tune of $2.6 billion.

Ottawa’s contribution amounts to about one-third of the cost for SmartTrack transit, a regional express rail surface line intended to provide relief for the overcrowded Yonge-University-Spadina subway line, and connect Toronto to major employment centres in Mississauga and Markham.

The funding is to come from the new Public Transit Fund, the federal government’s largest dedicated, permanent infrastructure program, announced in the Economic Action Plan 2015.

WHAT EXACTLY IS SMARTTRACK?

» SmartTrack transit is a Regional

Express Rail (RER) surface subway, providing service from the Airport Corporate Centre in the west, southeast to Union Station and northeast to Markham in the east. It will have 22 new station stops and five interchanges with the TTC. The line is scheduled to begin service in 2021. » All-day, two-way, frequent express service across the city, reducing a commute from Kennedy subway to Union Station to less than 30 minutes, from the current 40 via subway. » An estimated ridership of 200,000 per day, equivalent to about half the daily ridership of the existing BloorDanforth line.

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» 53 km in length, and is mainly a retrofit of two existing GO

lines operated by Metrolinx. Approximately 90 per cent of its length will be on existing GO trackage. It will not displace any existing roadway. » The same fares as regular TTC rides, and will have integrated faring with TTC. No new fares will be needed at interchange points with the TTC network. » Will use new electric multiple unit vehicles (EMUs), and no diesel locomotives.

Since 2006, Ottawa has provided support for a number of major public transit projects across Canada: » $697 million for the Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension project in Toronto. This project is extending the current Spadina line by 8.6 kilometres into the city of Vaughan, connecting to GO Train services and six new subway stations, including one at York University in North York. » $265 million for a new LRT line between Waterloo and Kitchener, as well as a rapid bus transit from Kitchener to Cambridge. » $600 million for the construction of the Confederation Line in Ottawa, a 12.5-kilometre electric light rail system that will cross the city, currently under construction and scheduled for start up in 2018. » $416.7 million for the construction of the Evergreen Line in Metro Vancouver, currently under construction, to link to the existing Millennium Line, with connections to other transit lines and regional bus networks. » $400 million for the construction of the Edmonton Valley Line (Stage 1) Southeast LRT in Edmonton, integrating into existing LRT and other transportation networks.

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Visit Impressions this weekend to tour two stunning designer decorated models from Fieldgate Homes

LOCATION Kleinburg HOUSING TYPE 30-ft. detached homes from the upper $600’s, 38-ft. detached homes from the mid $800’s and 44-ft. detached homes from the mid $900’s CONTACT 905.893.9500 fieldgatehomes.com

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ieldgate Homes announces a new release of single-detached homes. Also, there are two new designer decorated models to view.

Impressions – winner of BILD’s prestigious 2014 People’s Choice Award for Community of the Year – is among the GTA’s most popular family communities. This breathtaking masterplanned community features more than 70 acres of greenspace, community parks,

ponds and two proposed community schools. Featuring stunning homes in an ideal location minutes from the heart of the historic village of Kleinburg.

The current release features 30-ft. detached homes from the upper $600’s, and 38- and 44-ft. lots. Adding to the exceptional collection of homes available at Impressions, this release boasts an amazing selection of brand new designs.

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Perfectly nestled between the east and west branches of the Humber River, Kleinburg offers all the pleasures of small town life just minutes from the big city conveniences of Vaughan and the surrounding area.

The three-bedroom Berman Elevation B has many in-demand features, such as a second floor laundry room, lavish master suite and more.

that homebuyers are sure to find something that matches their families’ lifestyle and needs. With construction already underway, Impressions is certainly taking shape, and you won’t have to wait long to start enjoying life in this exquisite family home community.

One of the many fine designs that homebuyers can have the pleasure of discovering Impressions this weekend is the 30-ft. single-detached Berman Elevation B. With 1,836 sq. ft. of stylish interior living space, three bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a single-car garage, this home offers an abundance of today’s most in-demand features. The exterior of the home is of distinguished brick construction, with a large covered porch welcoming you into a world of beauty and comfort. Inside, the highly functional contemporary floorplan creates an attractive and highly convenient living environment for the whole family. The main floor boasts a free flowing, open 26 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 27 - JULY 25, 2015

concept design that includes a large formal room, gourmet kitchen and inviting family room with gas fireplace.

Upstairs, homebuyers will be pleased to discover a second floor laundry room, a lavish master suite with walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom that includes an oval soaker tub and separate glass shower, two additional large bedrooms and a spacious main bathroom. The Berman is priced in the upper $600’s.

Throughout all of the GTA, there’s no place quite like the Village of Kleinburg. Perfectly nestled between the east and west branches of the Humber River, Kleinburg offers all the pleasures of small town life just minutes from the big city conveniences of Vaughan and the surrounding area. This is a place where the old and the new are weaved together to create a vibrant tapestry of inspired community living – a place that celebrates arts and culture; a place that celebrates family and friends.

Kleinburg’s main street is the perfect setting for a leisurely afternoon stroll past charming boutiques, cafes and restaurants. This is also a community that celebrates our nation’s rich cultural heritage – the village is famously home to The McMichael Canadian Art Collection, an exclusive showcase for Canadian art. For nature lovers, the Kortright Centre for Conservation – renown for its hiking, bird watching and outdoor education programs – is just minutes away, along with Bindertwine Park’s breathtaking walking trails, and Copper Creek, one of the GTA’s premier golf clubs.

The impressive selection of nearby amenities extends well beyond Kleinburg’s quaint village setting.

Vaughan’s many other charming neighbourhoods also offer convenient shopping destinations – such as Vaughan Mills – boasting a host of major retailers and top name brands. Commuting is made easy with Hwys. 27, 400, 427 and 407 all just minutes away.

To learn more about Impressions, visit fieldgatehomes.com today or call 905.893.9500 to speak with a sales representative.

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Close to everything, far from ordinary HILLSBOROUGH IN HOLLAND LANDING

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s the land rises to meet the rolling green hills surrounding Holland Landing, you’ll discover Hillsborough, a spectacular new master-planned community of 650 detached homes just minutes north of Green Lane in Newmarket.

Passing through the stone entry gates, welcoming streetscapes and heritage inspired architecture provide this community with a character all its own. Beautifully appointed homes on 38-, 40- and 45-ft. lots are distinguished by covered porches, bay and arched windows and stone detailing reminiscent of a bygone era. Designs range from 1,700 to 3,650 sq. ft. and feature impressive Great Rooms, formal living and dining rooms, libraries, second-floor family retreats and luxurious master ensuites.

Here, embraced by nature, Hillsborough combines acres 32 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 27 - JULY 25, 2015

of greenspace and small town charm with big city amenities.

Just minutes away, there are abundant options for shopping, dining and entertainment, including the many shops of Upper Canada Mall and popular retailers such as Costco and Walmart. And, with Hwys. 400, 404, 407 and GO Transit all close by, you’re never far from any point on the compass.

In the future, Hillsborough will have both public and Catholic elementary schools and a 14-acre neighbourhood park that will become the focal point of the community.

Its playgrounds, splash pads, basketball half courts, trails and a baseball diamond will bring families together and help to transform neighbours into friends.

And, just outside the community, there are countless opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Hillsborough is flanked by two meandering rivers and

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surrounded by nature preserves, conservation areas, parks and golf courses. With Lake Simcoe just a very short drive north, residents can enjoy boating, fishing and water sports virtually in their own backyard.

This incredible, family-centric community represents the vision of Andrin Homes, a respected builder with nearly 30 years of experience. In that time they have close to 4,000 homes in communities across Southern Ontario including Markham, Vaughan, Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, Guelph, Kitchener and Bradford. Their success has come from selecting superior locations, the most skilled tradesmen, the best building materials. The pillars of their philosophy have always been superior quality, tremendous value, design innovation and exceptional customer service.

Every Andrin community is built to stand the test of time.

Hillsborough, this extraordinary new community of detached homes in Holland Landing is now open. Prices start from the $600’s.

For the best selection of lots, visit the presentation office at 19337 Hwy. 11, East Gwillimbury – five minutes north of Green Lane on Hwy. 11. The office is open on Monday to Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., on Friday by appointment and on Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For more information, visit andrinhomes.com

LOCATION Holland Landing HOUSING TYPE Master-planned community of 650 detached homes SALES CENTRE 19337 Hwy. 11, East Gwillimbury, open Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 p.m., Friday by appointment, and Saturday, Sunday and holidays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Model Home Photo Compliments of Geranium Homes.

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“Contemporary Flair” Model S1 of Uptownes at Cardinal Point features a magnificent Great Room that takes full advantage of soaring 10 foot ceilings and huge sun-filled windows. Uptownes at Cardinal Point Model S1 1461 Square Feet. Stouffville

JUNE2015

Geranium Homes has been featured as “MODEL HOME OF THE MONTH” as seen in the New Home Guide model home calendar

WHERE COUNTRY MEETS ELEGANCE

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Discover a place where just 14 exclusive estate homes are nestled in a one-of-a-kind wooded setting. Where country living is just minutes 407 from modern convenience, creating an unparalleled lifestyle. And where the indoor spaces are as spectacular as the outdoor.

Bungalow, Bungalow-Loft CARDINAL POINT and Two-Storey Designs up to 6,000 sq. ft. from Millard St

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Spacious living in Port Hope

Visit today – only a few bungalows remain at THE VERANDAS IN PORT HOPE

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ew-home buyers who desire excellent design, great value and high-level interior finishes in a superb location should hurry to The Verandas by awardwinning builder Geranium Homes.

“Our final construction push is in full swing, and there are only a few of these fully detached homes remaining,” says Stephanie Lane, marketing and sales manager for Geranium.

The Verandas is an all-bungalow neighbourhood with attractive streetscapes and homes that feature covered front porches, double-car garages and low-maintenance exterior materials. Available homes set on 42-ft. lots are spacious two-bedroom layouts, some include finished basement areas, ranging from 1,322 to 1,718 sq. ft.

Prices start at just $316,900 with move-in dates as early as spring of 2016.

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Empty nesters and professionals are finding the perfect opportunity to right-size their lifestyle, and young families appreciate the affordability of these fully detached homes. By locating 30 to 50 minutes drive east, purchasers are finding The Verandas considerably more affordable when compared to the price of a similar home in Toronto, Whitby and Oshawa.

The Verandas residences are built with Geranium’s excellent construction standards and are Energy Star for New Homes qualified, featuring third-party verification and up to 20 per cent energy savings (over homes built to Ontario Building Code minimum standards).

Available homes are under construction with a variety of layouts, which feature large kitchens with extensive counter space, breakfast areas and Great Rooms (some with a fireplace) perfect for entertaining. Master suites are spacious with luxurious ensuites and walk-in closets.

“Geranium has been building new neighbourhoods in Port Hope since 1999,” says Lane. “The town offers a different pace of life and the ideal combination of urban experiences within a rural setting, which is why more people are moving here.”

The Verandas is located just minutes from Port Hope’s historic downtown. New residents are attracted to its beautiful scenery, year-round festivals and events and abundant recreation. “Port Hope’s wide variety of outdoor pursuits, culture, dining and conveniences, offer a highly desirable lifestyle,” says Lane. Port Hope Golf Club and Yacht Club along with more than 200 acres of parkland including trails ...continued on pg 38

LIFE THAT FITS YOUR STYLE

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//COMMUNITY FOCUS...continued are all nearby. The Ganaraska River offers some of the best fishing in the province and there are numerous hiking, walking and cycling trails in Northumberland County. Residents of The Verandas can walk to shopping and drive to Northumberland Hills Hospital in 10 minutes.

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

For 38 years, Geranium has taken numerous master-planned communities from conception to completion, creating neighbourhoods with families in mind and establishing a solid reputation for quality design and construction.

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

The sales centre and model home is on White Road, north of Marsh Road, just west of Toronto Street. Hwy. 401 Exit 461 Welcome/Port Hope.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thursday and Friday.

With only a few remaining, don’t delay, visit or call 1.877.540.0555 or geraniumhomes.com

The Hastings, one of four designs available

The Hastings is a popular raised bungalow design

Live by Lake Ontario’s waterfront LOCATION Port Hope HOUSING TYPE Bungalows on 42-ft. lots with two-bedroom layouts, some include finished basement areas, from 1,322 to 1,718 sq. ft.

SALES CENTRE White Road, north of Marsh Road, west of Toronto Street, Hwy. 401 Exit 461, open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thursday and Friday CONTACT 1.877.540.0555 geraniumhomes.com

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LOCATION • DESIGN • VALUE WITH OVER 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE

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

A fabulous selection of freehold townhomes and singles in an established community. starting from high $600’s.

Jefferson Forest prestigious new home community. Freehold Townhomes from the $800’s.

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From Bowmanville to Niagara-on-the Lake, every detail of every Averton home is created with the highest regard for design integrity and value. Offering inspired townhomes from the high $200’s to breathtaking suites over $1 million, Averton has a home designed for you.

Signature quality and design Pickering An incredible new selection of Brownstone Townhomes including Coach Towns, Garden Towns, and Urban Towns.

From the 280’s

Bowmanville Charming detached homes and bungalows with easy access to miles of trails winding down to the waterfront.

From the low $400’s

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or an unprecedented sixth time, Mattamy Homes was recently named BILD’s Home Builder of the Year – which is spectacular news for anyone considering a move to the east, west or central GTA. Being named Home Builder of the Year recognizes the excellence of a builder as voted on by the homeowners themselves. Among the topics considered are design and construction quality, customer commitment, professional development of staff, contribution to the community and contribution to the home building industry.

MATTAMY HOMEOWNERS RATED THEIR BUILDER HIGHEST AT THE BUILDING INDUSTRY AND LAND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION (BILD) AWARDS

Impressively, Mattamy also received top standing in two other categories. Project of the Year, Lowrise, was awarded to The Preserve in Oakville. As well, Best New Home Design, Single, 2,500 to 4,000 Sq. Ft., went to The Snapdragon model in St. John’s Forest in Aurora.

Clearly, new buyers can expect similar levels of industry leading design, finish, and comprehensive customer service in the forthcoming communities. In Scarborough, Mattamy will soon open Heron Park and Upper Summerside. Cranberry 42 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 27 - JULY 25, 2015

Hill will open in Waterdown. And the new Seaton neighbourhood of Taunton will reprise a Mattamy presence in North Pickering.

MODERN LIVING WITH THE CONVENIENCES OF AN ESTABLISHED NEIGHBOURHOOD IN HERON PARK

A neighbourhood with all the amenities you’d expect for city living, Heron Park also offers the serenity of open park spaces and access to the calming shore vistas of Lake Ontario.

Naturally, local schools are nearby and of course there’s plenty to do outside, thanks to nearby community centres, parks and trails. The neighbourhood also offers a full array of shopping, professional services and dining.

Mattamy will offer an inviting selection of Townhomes suited to modern city living.

UPPER SUMMERSIDE OFFERS THE CONVENIENCES OF THE CITY ADJACENT TO AN ESTABLISHED MATTAMY COMMUNITY

Popular with its residents, Mattamy’s existing community of Summerside will soon welcome another approach to convenient city living. The Upper Summerside neighbourhood already offers nearby community centres, major retail,

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playgrounds and parks, plus reputable local schools. Minutes from the TTC subway and bus service, Upper Summerside will offer an invigorating selection of townhomes.

WATERDOWN WILL SOON WELCOME THE FRESH APPEAL OF CRANBERRY HILL

Tucked west of Burlington, just off the major artery of Dundas (or Hwy. 5) sits the charming community of Cranberry Hill. The new phase is already eagerly anticipated as much for its prized access – to transit at Aldershot GO station, plus the 403 and QEW – as its own local offering of boutiques, fine dining and friendly neighbours.

Cranberry Hill is expected to offer an inviting and affordable selection of townhomes and detached designs.

A NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD OF SEATON TAUNTON WILL ACCENTUATE THE ATTRACTIVE OUTDOOR ASPECTS OF HOMEOWNERSHIP

Based on the success of Mattamy’s previous Seaton Creekside community, this highly anticipated extension promises wonderful living in Pickering. Nested among preserved woods, Seaton Taunton will offer its residents plenty of walking and biking paths, playgrounds and parks. Plus, homeowners will

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have the convenience of easy access to work, shopping, and even more play and recreation.

Known for providing homeowners with abundance of choice, we can expect a full complement of townhomes and detached designs.

MATTAMY CREATES FRESH AND APPEALING COMMUNITIES OF REAL CHARACTER

It’s important to note that whatever community a homebuyer finds most appealing, Mattamy also offers a selection of exterior home styles. Mattamy’s Architect’s Choice Options gives you the opportunity to customize your home to the exact floor plan best suiting your family. Designer’s Choice Options give the homeowner the ability to select interior finishes that reflect personal tastes. In other words, Mattamy encourages a level of personalization that keeps streetscapes fresh and visually appealing. Inside, of course, the homes are designed to accommodate the different ways modern families live. Rooms are designed to be and feel spacious, bright and are arranged to allow families to work, play and live well together.

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//TAXING ISSUES

Capital expenditures & deductible expenses » by HENRY CHOO CHONG

Q.

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 rental investment property.

Fortunately, the home was rented quickly. However, last summer because of several days of heavy rainfall, the roof leaked terribly and our ceilings were partially water damaged. I had to reshingle and replace almost half of the entire roof and repair the ceiling and floors. It also cost me more than $1,200 for a new fridge and stove. I have an individual who prepares my income taxes who has advised me that these are capital items and I could not deduct them for my income taxes. I find that ridiculous to be out of pocket that amount of money and I cannot deduct it.

Sam, Toronto

A

. Real estate rental deductions are always contentious, and Canada Revenue Agency frowns on expenditures that should be capitalized as opposed to being expensed immediately.

As an accountant who deals with real estate investors on a regular basis, I can tell you your concern is not isolated. The Income Tax Act does provide guidance with regards to capital items and current expenses.

Capital expenditures – Generally, these are expenditures that will provide benefits and a useful life for several years – such as appliances, air conditioners and dishwashers. The Income Tax Act provides for Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) deduction for capital expenditures that can be expended over the useful life of the asset.

Deductible Expenses – Generally, these expenditures may be deducted in the year they are incurred. They would include all expenditures directly related to the property such as property taxes, insurance, utilities, mortgage interest, advertising cost, legal cost, accounting fees, and repairs and maintenance.

It would appear your repairs were performed to maintain the property to its original condition and would therefore be considered a current expense.

However, the fridge and stove must be capitalized.

Investors should always have a good accountant who deals with real estate investments on a regular basis to ensure the right advice is given.

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Q.

I recently started my own small business, which is registered as a non-incorporated business. It earned approximately $34,000, less expenses. Additionally, I am employed full-time, as is my wife.

What is my final date and can I choose my own year-end for my company?

Yves, Oakville

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. Congrats on joining the ranks of entrepreneurs. Many individuals talk about starting their own business but are reluctant to do so for various reasons.

The primary obstacle is finances, followed by lack of knowledge about where to start.

Individuals who are strictly T4d – that is, employed full- or part-time – were to file their year’s personal tax return on or before April 30 of the following year.

Self-employed (including non-incorporated businesses) taxpayers and their spouse had to June 15 to file their tax return for the previous year. However, any income taxes owing would have to be remitted on or before April 30 of the filing year.

Therefore, you should have your tax returns prepared before the end of April to avoid any interest penalties.

//IN THE NEWS

Menkes hosts event to educate homeowners on Energy Star homes in Georgetown

In an ongoing commitment to Green home building, Menkes Developments Ltd. is building its Enclaves of Upper Canada community in Georgetown to Energy Star standards and, in many cases, exceeding these standards.

Menkes engaged a third-party company to perform tests on the homes and have been achieving an energy rating and testing results that are 20 per cent better than code (SB12-2012), something the company is very pleased about.

“We’re really proud to be building Energy Star homes,” says Steven Menkes, president of the lowrise residential division at Menkes. “The Energy Star label guarantees that when our homeowners make what may be the biggest purchases of their lives, they are not only buying homes that are both well-built and will save them money, but also decreasing their impact on the environment.”

Green features include R50 attic insulation, R31 sprayed in foam for garage ceilings, sealed ductwork joints, high efficiency HRV, drain water heat recovery systems and excel structural insulated sheathing, to name a few.

To familiarize homeowners with all the Green features of the company’s new homes, Menkes held an information session to explain their function and 46 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 27 - JULY 25, 2015

answer any questions homeowners had.

“We were very pleased to have had the opportunity to learn more about our new home and these features,” said one homeowner. “It’s one thing to see them written on paper, but it’s another thing to actually learn what they do and have the benefits explained in detail.”

The Enclaves of Upper Canada offers a wide selection of home designs. The elevations are inspired by Georgian architecture through the symmetry of windows and use of French architectural bell curve roof flares. Exterior materials combine stucco, stone and brick with a careful selection of colour palettes, creating a harmonious streetscape for the community.

The newly released 40-ft. Enclaves Collection of homes at The Enclaves come with an upscale array of standard features, including nine-ft. ceilings on the main floor, tray ceilings in the master bedroom, gourmet kitchens with extended height uppers and granite counters, natural gas fireplace with white painted mantle and marble surround, and oak staircases from the first to second floor with upgraded pickets.

Menkes is offering a spectacular opening bonus to its purchasers of the semi-link collection – three stainless steel kitchen appliances, white washer and dryer, and $5,000 in upgrades. Purchasers

of the 40-ft. Enclave Collection receive engineered hardwood on the main floor (excluding tiled areas) and upper hallways and $10,000 in upgrades. For details, please visit the sales office. Semi-link designs range from 1,590 to 1,878 sq. ft. and are priced from the high $400’s.

The 40-ft. Enclaves Collection ranges from 2,496 to 3,525 sq. ft. and is priced from $749,990.

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Not every lawyer is a real estate lawyer » by JAYSON SCHWARZ

JAYSON SCHWARZ

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

Not all lawyers are created equal. If you needed a heart surgeon, you certainly would not go to see a podiatrist. By the same token, lawyers generally have expertise in one area greater than another. Do not believe that the granting of a law degree instantly bestows knowledge of all laws on the head of a lawyer.

The fi rst thing you need to do to find a lawyer is the same thing you ought to be doing to find a home – research! Where do you look? Start with media and look in magazines (editor’s note – you already have your issue of New Home Guide, so you’re off to a good start!), newspapers, listen to radio, watch real estate television. Generally speaking, the lawyers who appear in public, speaking or writing about real estate, are thought to be experts in the area. Go to seminars and listen to the speakers. Generally, if a lawyer is taking the time to participate in a seminar, he/she knows what he/she is talking about and is happy to take on new clients that come out of those seminars.

Next, go online and check out the websites of different real estate lawyers. Look to see whether they give good, informative advice; whether they give you pricing; and whether they make you feel comfortable.

Call the Law Society of Upper Canada, Lawyer Referral Service. Th is service keeps lists of lawyers and refers requesting members of the public to lawyers who practice in the area requested. Th is just gets you someone in the area.

You really need to check them out when referred.

Speak to friends who have used a lawyer for the type of service you require and ensure they did the job professionally, courteously and for the price quoted.

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Who is making the referral? Is the referral coming from a real estate agent, a mortgage broker or a bank? Th is is not necessarily bad, but you have to be careful. Quite often, lawyers develop relationships with various groups over the years and receive referrals because they do a great job. On the other hand, ensure that your lawyer is independent and will represent your interests even if it puts him/her into an adversarial position with one of those parties. Th is is quite important, so make sure you are comfortable with this issue before you hire someone.

Now to bring this back to the original idea, what you need to understand is that there are general law practitioners just like there are family doctors. What this means is that a lawyer may have a wide-ranging practice composed of many areas. The smart lawyer who falls into this category knows that if there is a serious issue that arises outside of their expertise they should bring in a specialist, just like your family doctor would. The bad lawyers try to do it all.

The general practitioner can probably handle your real estate deal just fine, but make sure he/she understands any complicated offers and that he/she reviews them carefully, pointing out any problems. Ensure that he/she knows what can be negotiated and what cannot, or you may lose your deal.

Remember, your lawyer is a very important part of the process, so take your time and find the right one.

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//TARION REPORT

Common concerns of new-home owners » by HOWARD BOGACH

HOWARD BOGACH

is president and CEO of Tarion Warranty Corp.

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It’s a fact that new homes and condos are not perfect. The home building process is the work of craftsmanship, where many tradespeople collaborate to bring your new home to life. This is why it isn’t uncommon for a new home to have some imperfections. While an imperfection in a new home is no cause for concern, a defect in construction is something your builder should repair.

All new homes in Ontario come with a warranty that lasts seven years from the date of the first possession, guaranteed by Tarion. The warranty was created to ensure homeowners receive a new home that is constructed in a workmanlike manner, is free from defects in material, is fit for habitation and is constructed in accordance with the Ontario Building Code.

Let’s have a look at the most common issues that homeowners are concerned about, and whether they are considered defects that fall within the new home warranty coverage.

FLOORING

One of the most common concerns raised by homeowners is issues with flooring. Homeowners mention uneven finishes, visible gaps between boards, scratches, crowning or cupping (creating an uneven floor).

Hardwood floor problems can arise from defects in material or poor installation. Often, however, deficiencies can be traced back to moisture content. Builders can avoid such problems by acclimatizing the wood and ensuring that the subfloor is not wet before installation.

Homeowners also need to do their part to ensure that hardwood flooring problems do not arise because of 52 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | JUNE 27 - JULY 25, 2015

excessive or insufficient humidity levels in the home.

Maintaining a proper interior climate is essential to the health of your hardwood floor. If your new home includes hardwood flooring, I encourage you to speak to your builder and visit Tarion’s website to view our videos on how to control the moisture levels in your home.

If you notice any flooring deficiencies or damage during your Pre-Delivery Inspection (also known as the PDI), note them in the PDI Form. If deficiencies become apparent later, contact your builder as soon as possible. It is also a good idea to keep photographic records with date and time stamps if you start to see damage on your floors after you move into your new home.

INTERIOR FINISHING

New-home owners commonly complain about paint – streaks and brush marks, poor quality paint, poor workmanship and drips and splatters. Generally, paint is covered under the one-year warranty. Where paint finish is specified, exposed surfaces are to be properly painted.

Doors are another common issue with new-home owners.

The most common complaints include doors that are inadequately installed, sticking or improperly finished.

Defects in doors and improper installations are covered under the one-year warranty.

MANAGING INTERIOR CLIMATE CONTROL

Controlling a home’s moisture level is an essential part of keeping your new home healthy. Today’s energy-efficient homes are built tightly to seal out the cold weather in winter and keep in the air conditioning in summer. However, lack of proper ventilation or humidity control by the homeowner can lead to damage that would not be covered by the statutory warranty.

The good news is that as a homeowner, you can follow some simple steps to keep your interior climate healthy. At your PDI, it is a good idea to ask your builder how to maintain proper moisture levels in your home. As a general rule, the healthy range is 30 to 50 per cent. You can also visit Tarion’s website to view videos on how to control moisture, and tips on how to maintain your new home.

And remember, Tarion is always here to help. If you have any questions about your new home warranty visit tarion.com or call 1.877.9TARION.

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//MORTGAGE ADVICE

Mortgage affordability in Toronto: 1985 VERSUS TODAY » 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.

It seems house prices in Canada’s hottest markets will never stop rising, raising the question of mortgage affordability. Consider that the average house price nationwide has risen from $331,000 in 2010 to almost $449,000 today, and the difference is even more pronounced in Toronto. Record-low mortgage rates have led to intense competition for homes, and bidding wars have become commonplace – especially for the city’s limited supply of detached houses – that the average sale price in Toronto is now more than $635,000.

This is a stark contrast from 30 years ago. In 1985, house prices were significantly lower, while mortgage rates were in the double digits. Interest rates have fallen steadily since then, but it still seems homes are less affordable today than they were in that era. That’s partly because rising house prices have outpaced income growth. But monthly carrying costs, driven by interest rates, are also a factor.

We decided to do some digging to figure out exactly how much mortgage affordability has changed in Toronto over the last 30 years. Let’s start by comparing earnings. While the average family income in 1985 was $31,965,

Posted rates from 30 years ago averaging 13.25 per cent seem like a cruel joke by comparison. But even with such low rates, the total cost of carrying a home as a per cent of income is still much higher now than it was in 1985.

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today’s household brings in average of $74,366. At the same time, however, the average mortgage amount has increased well over five times, from $87,275 to $508,745.

Over the same period, mortgage rates have plummeted to record lows. While posted rates of 4.79 per cent are common today, five-year fixed rates as low as 2.48 per cent are attainable.

Posted rates from 30 years ago averaging 13.25 per cent seem like a cruel joke by comparison. But even with such low rates, the total cost of carrying a home as a per cent of income is still much higher now than it was in 1985. Factoring in utilities and property taxes, monthly carrying costs (including monthly mortgage payments) are up 170 per cent – from an average of 48.16 per cent of total household income in 1985 to 57.91 per cent today.

Of course, these numbers represent the Toronto housing market as a whole. When we take a closer look at the affordability of detached houses and condos, we see two stories.

A recent RBC Economics study shows that for a standard two-storey house sold in Q4 2014, 65.6 per cent of gross household income went into mortgage, property tax and heating costs. Compare that with an average of 54.3 per cent since 1985. A standard condominium sold at the same time cost an average of 33.9 per cent of household income to carry, compared at an average of 31.2 per cent since 1985.

Predictably, the detached housing market is where the real gap in mortgage affordability lies. For Toronto’s condo owners, the cost of ownership has remained relatively steady.

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Canadians expect to pay $60K in mortgage interest It’s a scary question many homeowners are afraid to answer: how much will your mortgage interest total over the lifetime of your mortgage?

Well, wonder no more – a recent poll from BMO Bank of Montreal has the answer: $60,000.

But that’s the average for Canada overall. Some will pay more, some less. › While the average amount Canadians expect to pay in mortgage interest is $57,938, the figure rises to its highest in Canada for residents in BC at $95,891.

Homeowners in Atlantic Canada expect to pay the least, at $35,454 › Canadians expect an increase in interest rates over the next five years (60 per cent), with 48 per cent expecting a small increase and 12 per cent a large increase › Most Canadian mortgage holders (67 per cent) currently hold a fixed rate mortgage, sheltering them against any potential upswings “It’s quite telling of the extended low-rate environment that a sizeable percentage of respondents do not expect interest rates to go up in the next five years,” says Sal Guatieri, senior economist, BMO Capital Markets. “Hopefully, many have not been lulled into thinking that rates will never go up, as they could be tempted into taking on too much debt.”

It’s not surprising that British Columbians are paying the most mortgage interest, as house prices in that province are the highest in the country, he says. The average was $623,000 in April, compared with $437,000 nationwide and $456,000 in Ontario.

“In any interest rate environment, it’s important that Canadians stress-test their mortgage against a higher rate to ensure they can afford it over the long term,” says Martin Nel, vice-president of personal lending and investment products, BMO Bank of Montreal.

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AVERAGE AGE OF MORTGAGE FREEDOM INCHES HIGHER

On average, Canadians expect to become mortgage-free by the age of 59 – up from 58 in the last two years. One-third (31 per cent) expect still to be making mortgage payments on their 65th birthday. “Considering a shorter amortization of 25 years or less can help Canadians save thousands of dollars in interest rate costs over the life of the mortgage; this improves long-term affordability, while ensuring Canadians pay down their mortgage faster and begin building equity in their home sooner,” says Nel. TIPS TO BECOME MORTGAGE-FREE FASTER

Think carefully about fixed versus variable: While variable rate mortgages have been a winning strategy over the long term, fixed rate mortgages (currently near historic lows) come with the peace of mind of being insulated against rate increases.

Stress-test your mortgage: Gauging the stability of your mortgage by stress testing it against a higher interest rate can help establish a plan to ensure long term affordability.

Understand every step of the homebuying journey: The BMO Home Buyers Guide provides advice and information designed to guide buyers through the process of financing, choosing and purchasing a new home.

TOTAL INTEREST EXPECTED TO BE PAID BY REGION ATLANTIC

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The humble toe-kick is an important design component that usually keeps a low profile, but that doesn’t mean it should go overlooked! Here are my top tips for harnessing the full potential of your cabinets’ toe-kicks, to provide functional storage and make a beautiful statement without taking up an inch of extra space. ...continued on pg 62

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STORAGE

» Raising a cabinet off the ground by a few inches (usually three

to four) is important for giving your feet space to tuck into when working at the counter, but this “kick” space under the cabinet can then be a wasted opportunity for storage. Upgrading to a toe-kick drawer takes this empty space and turns it into a shallow compartment perfect for storing baking sheets, pans, or other relatively flat items. » Other items perfect for storing in a toe-kick drawer: paperwork you need to save but not access often (such as appliance instructions and warranties), a folding stepladder, seasonal dishware, a bathroom scale, art supplies or hidden valuables. » Toe-kick spaces are also an excellent place to store pet food dishes: between meal times the food is stored away to curb overeating, and then simply rolls back out (in a perfect low-tothe-ground position) with minimal effort. Plus, the drawer will catch food spills, saving mess from hitting the floor. » For a seamless look, use a minimalist pull that sits on top of the drawer face which won’t be seen, but will be easy to grab.

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Or, choose a drawer with a kick-to-open function that pops open with a push from your foot.

STYLE

» You may not have much room to add furniture in your kitchen, but you can create a warm, furniture-inspired look from clean, modern cabinetry by redressing your toe-kicks. Adding legs (or decorative panels that simulate legs) to the base of your lower cabinets creates the look of a more traditional furniture style, for an overall “transitional” effect that feels contemporary but not minimalist. » To enhance this effect, try painting the backs of the toe-kicks a darker shade first, so that the inset recedes and appears much deeper. This also works with simple modern cabinets to emphasize the “floating” look, especially when contrasting black toe-kicks against white cabinetry for a twist on a timeless colour pairing. ...continued on pg 64

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» Mirror and stainless steel are other ways to visually deepen your toe-kick so the cabinets appear to float. Mirror will extend the look of a beautiful flooring material, while stainless steel will pick up on matching appliances while creating a subtle reflectiveness of its own, for a sleek modern detail. » Alternately, you can let your kickspace become a fun feature by painting it a bright, bold hue you would never use in a bigger area. Try a cool blue-green hue to complement warm wood floors, drawing the eye down and creating just the right amount of drama.

LIGHTING AND HEATING

» A compact kitchen should always be well lit, both for practical use when prepping meals, and to keep the space feeling comfortable and open. Adding lighting strips or pucks under the toe-kick produces a modern, ethereal glow that balances light coming directly downward from pot lights, and creates a hip lounge vibe. » Choose remote-controlled colour-change LEDs, allowing you to add a little cool colour for cocktail hour, then set it back to white light for day-to-day use. » Looking to add additional built-in cabinets, or a banquet seat in your breakfast nook? Re-routing an in-the-way heat

vent to exit through a kick space in the base of the new unit allows heat to enter the room uninterrupted, while hiding the exhaust port for a cleaner look.

BATHROOMS

» Toe-kicks can be multifunctional beyond the kitchen, too.

In a bathroom, a toe-kick space can be used to store a roll out platform which acts as a step up for children (or other shorter users), allowing more comfortable access to the sink – perfect for condo spaces with one or few washrooms. » Some bathrooms come equipped with floating vanities, but this still provides a great opportunity for storage space.

Baskets tucked underneath are a great spot to store additional toilet rolls or towels (so you know you’ll never run out), or a small stool which you can pull out when you want to rest a book or drink during a relaxing soak. » Adding a simple floating shelf under a wall-hung vanity is another way to increase storage, keeping items up off the potentially wet floor but instantly reachable when needed. » Like with kitchen cabinets, adding legs to the base of a floating cabinet is an easy way to customize the look, for a dressed up feel without replacing the unit.

Some bathrooms come equipped with floating vanities, but this still provides a great opportunity for storage space

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from $1250,000 6H

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from $586,000 4H

15 MADISON HOMES

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from $586,000 4H

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King’s Crossing 416-291-9666

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22 YORKWOOD HOMES

Hillside Manors 905-770-4662

from $472,000

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The Manors of Roseview Grand roseviewgrand.com

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BlueSky Stouffville

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Bloomington Woods 905-642-1900 •

30 MADISON HOMES

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

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

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Havelock Town Manors 289-301-0077

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Greensborough 905-201-7700

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Stonehaven 416-746-1234

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14 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Woodland Hills 416-270-9484

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from $450,000 9C

15 PARADISE HOMES

Aurora Trails auroratrails.com •

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15 OPUS HOMES

Aurora Trails auroratrails.com •

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from $620,000 14E

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Heritage Estates 905-640-2274

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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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from $680,000 18F

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Heritage Collection 905-640-2274

24 BALLANTRY HOMES

Cornell

28 PRESTON HOMES

Copper Hills 905-954-4050

30 MADISON HOMES

Forest Hill cornellrouge.com

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from $400,000 8G

41 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Upper Cornell 905-554-3446

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42 NATIONAL HOMES

Wismer Woods 416-746-1234

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50 GERANIUM HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Cardinal Point 905-640-9999

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from $575,000 7F

50 GERANIUM HOMES

Uptownes at Cardinal Point 905-640-9999

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from $420,000 7F

50 GERANIUM HOMES

Copperstone Ballantrae 905-640-9999

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51 OXFORD HOMES

Coventry Valley 905-836-8902

from $600,000 10D

53 H&R DEVELOPMENTS

Castle Square hr-newhomes.com • 6G

54 BEAVERBROOK HOMES

Victoria Highlands 416-924-0110

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55 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Woodland Hills 905-907-1500

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59 PRIMONT HOMES

Harmony 905-305-8871

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62 NORTH STAR HOMES

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

86 CHERRYWOOD HOMES

Glengrove on the Park 905-640-7571

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Summerlyn Village 905-775-3461 •

from $580,000

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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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from $480,000

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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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Summit Shores

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Princeton Woods 705-730-1978

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from $330,000 14E

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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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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

• 7G

20 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Simcoe Landing Keswick 647-921-0381

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from $490,000 9H

24 KAITLIN CORPORATION

Blue Shores 1-866-625-2583

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from $380,000 3E

Maplewood 705-835-0354

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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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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

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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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

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46 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Creekside 705-444-0555

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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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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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65 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Willow Glen Tottenham 905-406-1044

from $330,000 7J

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Greenfields 1-855-299-7929

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//HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

Expose the phantom offers, ease the bidding wars » by KARA KURYLLOWICZ

Across the GTA, it’s been a challenging few years for homebuyers in the face of skyrocketing prices, scarce listings, bidding wars and buyers’ fear of competing with phantom offers.

As of July 1, 2015, homebuyers and their agents will find the offer process more transparent than ever, as Bill 55, the Stronger Protection for Ontario Consumers Act, takes effect.

Brokerages acting on behalf of sellers will be required to keep a copy of all written offers and each counter offer/ sign-back for at least one year. The successful offer must still be kept for six years. As before, the seller’s broker can make buyers’ brokers aware only of written offers validated with the buyers’ signatures.

The GTA housing market has been so hot for so many years that bidding wars and multiple offers continue to make headlines while the market shows no sign of slowing. After committing months, and in some cases years, to the home hunt and repeatedly losing to the highest bidder, buyers are justifiably frustrated.

Understandably, they may wonder how many competitive offers the seller’s agent actually received and how competitive they truly were.

“The Ontario government wanted to increase consumer confidence in the bidding process by improving transparency, and that is good for consumers,” says Joseph Richer, registrar, the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO), responsible for regulating real estate professionals in the province, and administering and enforcing the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002 on behalf of the Ontario government.

Richer notes that over the past few years there have been only a few complaints to RECO about phantom offers. “The new legislation provides a paper trail that will give consumers additional confidence that the information they are receiving is correct and provides RECO with additional tools to investigate complaints.” ...continued on pg 80

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“This is a good starting point and certainly better than what we had before, because it proves there were valid offers, but to really benefit the homebuyer in a multiple-offer situation, prices and conditions also need to be disclosed at the time of the offer, much like an auction,” says Jamie Johnston, owner, broker of record, ReMax Condos Plus, Toronto.

The dollar-value of the various bids still remains confidential, but as of July 1, each offer summary must include the buyer’s name/signature, seller’s name and contact information, the time/date the offer was made, the time/date the offer was received, the date of the presentation of the offer, and more. While the buying agents have never seen and still won’t see the hard numbers on the offers, they can and do look at the selling prices of comparable neighbourhood homes to accurately determine a range.

“The new legislation provides a paper trail that will give consumers additional confidence that the information they are receiving is correct and provides RECO with additional tools to investigate complaints.”

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“Most of our buyers are educated and knowledgeable – in fact, they know the prices as well or better than the agents, and are clear on what a particular home is worth to their families,” says Sandra Pate, broker, Royal LePage/Johnston & Daniel Division, who has been representing buyers and sellers in the GTA for 34 years. “Bill 55 sets out hard and fast rules as well as consequences, and as a salesperson, I now know exactly what [documentation] I have to keep and for how long.”

As of July 1, 2015, consumers and real estate professionals who placed an offer on a property can contact RECO to determine how many valid offers (written and signed) were received. RECO will contact the listing brokerage to confirm the number of offers received and may ask for supporting documentation for each offer. RECO will disclose only the number of offers received, but will not offer any details.

What are the consequences for non-compliance?

A brokerage that fails to meet the new requirements can be prosecuted under the Provincial Offences Act, and if convicted, could face a maximum fine of $50,000 and/or a prison term of up to two years. Corporations could face fines of up to $250,000.

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from $550,000 8P

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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

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 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

14 TREASURE HILL HOMES

Southfield Meadows treasurehill.com

•

16 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Urban Towndominiums at Mount Pleasant rosehavenurban.com

• • from $295,000 6O

17 PEMBERTON GROUP

Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club 905-799-5000

•

18 SABERWOOD HOMES

Heart Lake Village 905-773-6549

19 LINDVEST

Spring Valley Junction lindvest.com/svj •

from $620,000 7P

21 PRIMONT HOMES

www.primonthomes.com www.primonthomes.com

•

•

• •

•

from $710,000

12 7M

from $600,000 6O

from $420,000 6M

• • • from $190,000 8M • from $300,000 8N

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 $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

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

paradisedevelopments.com •

•

from $400,000 6P

55 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

55 PARADISE HOMES

Upper Mount Pleasent

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

11 FIELDGATE HOMES

from $690,000

west region:

Mount Pleasant North

from $690,000

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27 8M

8

MATTAMY HOMES

Cranberry Hill

www.mattamyhomes.com

9 8M

14 AVERTON HOMES

Averton Square

avertonsquare.com •

from $620,000

41 9H

17 MATTAMY HOMES

Hawthorne South Village

mattamyhomes.com •

from $380,000

8 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 •

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from $299,000

16

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Lyon’s Creek

lyonscreekchippawa.com •

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SCHUIT HOMES

Perth Park

905-628-9559

• 2Q

2

GREAT GULF

Edgewood

905-356-9408

•

3

SPALLACCI HOMES

Simona Place

www.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

27 5D

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GREAT GULF

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

23 5C

1

MATTAMY HOMES

The Preserve

mattamyhomes.com •

•

from $579,000

2

ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Woodland Trails liveonoakville.ca

•

from $590,000 5D

3

MARKAY HOMES

Bronte Park Town Manors 416-746-1234

•

from $590,000 3H

6

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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Ajax-Whitby

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City of Pickering

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Salem Rd

Church St N

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McQuay

Audley Rd

Greenwood Rd

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Gordon St

Cochrane St

Audley Rd

Salem Rd

Blair St Brock St S

Townline Rd

Paddock Rd

16 Sideline Brock Rd Cen tral St

Hopkins St

Henry St

Delaney Dr

12 Sideline

Thornton Rd

Kendalwood R

Lakeridge Rd

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8 Concession

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Halls Rd N

Brock St N

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6 Concession

Columbus Rd

Brawley Rd

4 Sideline

4 Sideline R

13

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Lake Ridge R

Olive Ave

Beatrice St

Taunton Rd W

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Ashburn Rd

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Park Rd S

Park Rd S

Garden St Blair St

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Anderson St

Wilson Rd S

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Garrard Rd

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ARISTA HOMES

Whitby Meadows

aristahomes.com • •

29 9H

2

FIELDGATE HOMES

Whitby Meadows

fieldgatehomes.com • •

25 9H

11 MATTAMY HOMES

Seaton

www.mattamyhomes.com • •

8 5G

12 AVERTON HOMES

Main Street Seaton

averton.ca

14 HEATHWOOD HOMES

Country Lane in Whitby

Heathwood.com •

• •

from $280,000

41 4F 47 9G

15 KANTIUM DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION Trafalgar Green

416-746-1234

•

from $280,000

28 11I

16 TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

U.C. Towns

905-571-0222

•

from $350,000

21 13F

47 SENATOR HOMES

Harbourside Condominiums

905-493-3823

• •

from $250,000

45 9J

1

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Charing Cross

905-571-1011

•

from $390,000 14E

3

GREAT GULF

Stonecrest

greatgulf.com

•

•

from $298,000 14G

4

MENKES

Somerset

905-428-0500

•

from $690,000 7G

5

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

The Village of Brooklin West

905-425-0539

•

from $400,000 11D

6

EMERY HOMES

Town Central

1-877-953-6379

•

from $350,000 4J

7

HIGHMARK HOMES

Triumph

whitbytriumph.ca •

from $390,000 10G

8

LAKEVIEW HOMES

The Forest of Lyndebrook

416-746-1234

•

from $490,000 10F

9

STAFFORD HOMES

Elements Townhomes

elementsajax.com

from $390,000 7H

10 FERNBROOK HOMES

Altona Woods

fernbrookhomes.com

13 LIFETIME HOMES

Folkstone

1-877-365-9555

• •

from $335,000 10G

21 GREAT GULF

Grandview Oshawa

1-888-579-7235

•

from $334,000 14F

31 PRESTON HOMES

Prestonvale Heights

905-432-2800

• •

from $350,000 15J

34 TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

The Neighbourhoods of Park Ridge 905-723-2344

•

from $339,000 15G

45 SUNDIAL HOMES LIMITED

Mulberry Meadows

905-427-8255

•

from $500,000 6J

48 SENATOR HOMES

Whitby by the Lake

senatorhomes.com • •

from $250,000 10J

54 BAYCLIFFE HOMES

The Gates of Whitby

905-668-9828

•

•

from $250,000 9G

60 GREYCREST HOMES

the fields of conlin

905-725-4539

•

from $310,000 15G

67 MIDHAVEN HOMES

Breeze

1-877-773-6888

•

•

from $300,000 15F

68 STORYBOOK HOMES

Brookstone Estates

905-438-9516

•

from $1050,000 11C

90 LEBOVIC HOMES

Old Taunton in Pickering

905-428-3434

•

91 SUNDANCE HOMES

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

•

from $350,000 11J

92 GLEN ROUGE HOMES

The Cornerstone

905-415-2710

•

from $796,000

•

from $450,000

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Beacon Hill Bowmanville

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from $420,000

41 13B

20 GERANIUM HOMES

Verandas

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from $317,000

35 & 37 10I

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Port Hope Lakeside Village

905-885-6565

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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

905-642-9015

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Jackson Creek Meadows

705-748-4663

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BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

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8

KAITLIN GROUP LTD.

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KYLEMORE COMMUNITIES

Port of Newcastle

905-987-5146

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STORYBOOK HOMES

Bond Head Estates

905-438-9516

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from $850,000 14E

9

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Harmony Condominiums

705-748-4663

• from $189,000

14 RICE DEVELOPMENTS

Willmot Creek On The Lake

905-697-5806

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from $225,000 11D

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Lake Scugog Estates

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from $330,000 18B

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905-697-0513

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Estates of Wyndance

905-649-8197

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from $900,000 3E

34 CARRINGTON HOMES

Woodlands of Upper Courtice

905-787-0963

•

from $260,000

35 MASON HOMES

Parklands

1-866-443-7900

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from $269,000 3H

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Gracefields

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from $322,000 4C

39 THORNRIDGE HOMES

Gracefields

1-877-361-4226

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from $320,000 4C

39 LINDVEST

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from $221,000 11B

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Northglen

905-419-7222

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from $221,000 11B

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northglen.ca

from $245,000 11B

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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

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MONTHLY PAYMENT

(MORTGAGE AMOUNT $125,000)

125

Canadian mortgage payment factors Instructions:

01 02 03 04

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

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

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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 27 - JULY 25, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 97

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

Tangerine

2.85

4.79

2.84

2.79

2.79

2.89

2.84

3.39

2.74

2.84

4.4

2.85

2.69

2.94

n/a

TD Canada Trust

3.55

3

National Bank

2.5

2.84

6.35op

4.45

2.85

1.99

4.00op

6.70op

2.55

President’s Choice Finan

6.30op

6.50op

Manulife Bank

Royal Bank

6.30op

6.45op 4

2.85

4.00op

6.70op

6.30op

3.15

3.35op

6.70op

3.65

3.69

3.69

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

3.4

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

3.64

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.

R.O.R. RATES ON REQUEST op OPEN ----- NOT QUOTING N/A NOT AVAILABLE June 15, 2015. Prepared By Fiscal Agents Financial Information Services 905.844.7700

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Etobicoke – Humber Mews

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

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

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

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

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

Arista Homes

Brampton – Valleylands on Chinguacousy

Oshawa – Park Ridge

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Tottenham – Mill Street Village

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

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

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

Averton Homes

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

Fieldgate Homes

Vaughan – Vellmore Woods

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

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Brampton – Mount Pleasant North

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

Tribute Communities

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

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

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

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

Rosebury Homes

Aspen Ridge Homes

Brampton – Vales of the Humber

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

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

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Woodbridge – Riverside in Pine Grove

Richmond Hill – Kettle Lakes Club

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

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Coming in 2016 – register to be among the first to learn about this new community in north Pickering. brookfieldhomes.ca Andrin Homes

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

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ARISTA HOMES - Boxgrove Village Markham

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FAMILY OF MAGAZINES - Promo

ARISTA HOMES - Goddard on the Valley

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FIELDGATE HOMES - Aurora Trails

ARISTA HOMES - IMPRESSIONS

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FIELDGATE HOMES - BlueSky Stouffville

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ARISTA HOMES - Vaughan Valley Estates

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FIELDGATE HOMES - IMPRESSIONS

ARISTA HOMES - Vellore Woods

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FIELDGATE HOMES - Lotus Pointe Caledon

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ARISTA HOMES - Whitby Meadows

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FIELDGATE HOMES - Valley Lands

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ASPEN RIDGE HOMES - Chelsea Maple Station ASPEN RIDGE HOMES - Corporate

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FIELDGATE HOMES - Whitby Meadows

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FIELDGATE HOMES - Zigg

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ASPEN RIDGE HOMES - Queensville

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FOREST HILL HOMES - Bridle Path of Thornhill

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AVERTON HOMES - Averton Common

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FOREST HILL HOMES - Cornell Rouge

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AVERTON HOMES - Averton Square

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FOREST HILL HOMES - Derry Village Mississauga

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AVERTON HOMES - Beacon Hill Bowmanville

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FOREST HILL HOMES - Jefferson Forest

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AVERTON HOMES - Corporate

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GERANIUM HOMES - Bloomington Woods

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AVERTON HOMES - Evolution

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GERANIUM HOMES - Cardinal Point Downtown Stouffville

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AVERTON HOMES - Main Street Seaton

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GERANIUM HOMES - Model Home of the Month

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AVERTON HOMES - Victoria Highlands

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GERANIUM HOMES - Pace on Main

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BALLYMORE HOMES - Jubilee

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GERANIUM HOMES - Verandas

BALLYMORE HOMES - Mill Street Village

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GREAT GULF - Castlemore Crossing

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BRIARWOOD HOMES - Jubilee

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GREAT GULF - Summerlyn Village

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BRIARWOOD HOMES - Mill Street Village

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GREAT GULF - Trafalgar Landing

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COUNTRY WIDE HOMES - Queensville

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HEATHWOOD HOMES - Country Lane in Whitby

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DECADE HOMES - Yorkdale Village Phase II

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HEATHWOOD HOMES - Meadow Green

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DUNSIRE DEVELOPMENTS - Anchors at lakeview

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

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HOMES BY DESANTIS - Lyon’s Creek

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OXFORD HOMES - The Fairgrounds in Sutton

HOMES BY DESANTIS - On the Ridge

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PARADISE HOMES - IMPRESSIONS

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KANTIUM DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION - Trafalgar Green 28

PRIMONT HOMES - Centretown

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LAKEVIEW HOMES - Queensville

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PRIMONT HOMES - JadeGarden at Cornell

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LUXURY LIVING MAGAZINE - Promo

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PRIMONT HOMES - Newtowns at Mount Pleasant

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PRIMONT HOMES - Renaissance Townes

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PRIMONT HOMES - Seasons in Caledon

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES - Corporate

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES - Lyon’s Creek

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES - On the Ridge

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SCHWARZ LAW LLP - Barristers & Solicitors

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SENATOR HOMES - Bathurst 9130

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SENATOR HOMES - Harbourside Condominiums

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SENATOR HOMES - Havelock Corners

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SENATOR HOMES - Richvale

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STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Lotus Pointe Caledon

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STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Mountainview Heights Waterdown

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MADISON HOMES - Briar Hill

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MADISON HOMES - Cornell Rouge

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MANCINI HOMES - West Ridge Place Orillia

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MATTAMY HOMES - Cornell

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MATTAMY HOMES - Cranberry Hill

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MATTAMY HOMES - Hawthorne South Village

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MATTAMY HOMES - Heron Park MATTAMY HOMES - Mount Pleasant North

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MATTAMY HOMES - Richmond Green

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MATTAMY HOMES - Seaton

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MATTAMY HOMES - The Village of Southfields MATTAMY HOMES - Topper Woods MATTAMY HOMES - Upper Summerside MATTWOOD HOMES - Kleinburg Crown Estates

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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 MONARCH CORPORATION - The Village of Southfields MONARCH CORPORATION - Topper Woods

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STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Vales of the Humber Estates 27 STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Woodland Trails

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TREASURE HILL HOMES - Acacia Estates

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TREASURE HILL HOMES - Aurora Views on Wellington

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TREASURE HILL HOMES - Moda Urban Village

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TREASURE HILL HOMES - Tiara Estate Collection

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TREASURE HILL HOMES - Victory Heights

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TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES - U.C. Towns

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ASPIRE SOPHISTICATED NEW MODERN TOWNHOME COMMUNITY Chelsea at Maple Station, an exciting new modern townhome community now open in Maple.

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SALES OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Thursday 1pm-8pm Friday: 1-6pm Weekends and Holidays: 11-6pm MODEL HOME HOURS: Monday-Thursday: 1pm-7:30pm Friday 1-5:30pm Weekends and Holidays: 11-5:30pm

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New Release of Towns Coming Soon If you are looking for a real family community, there’s no better choice than the Village of SouthFields in prestigious Caledon. Thoughtfully designed to create an authentic “village” ambience, SouthFields has everything today’s active family wants and needs to enjoy a full, rich life. Right now there’s a great selection of 43’ & 50’s singles to choose from - and a new release of Towns is coming soon!

Singles from the high $600,000’s Up to 3,677 sq. ft.

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