GTA New Home Guide - Sep 19, 2015

SEPT 19 - OCT 3, 2015 VOLUME 23, ISSUE 17, FREE

GTA EDITION

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

UPGRADING YOUR HOME FOR LONG TERM LIVING

GIVING BACK: GTA BUILDERS & HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

FIRST-TIME BUYERS – HERE’S HOW IT’S DONE

ASPIRE

SOPHISTICATED NEW MODERN TOWNHOME COMMUNITY CHELSEA AT MAPLE STATION, AN EXCITING NEW MODERN TOWNHOME COMMUNITY NOW OPEN IN MAPLE.

PRESENTATION CENTRE NOW OPEN 18 HILL STREET, MAPLE TOWNS FROM THE $700’S 289.553.3147 | ASPENRIDGEHOMES.COM ASPIRE TO GREAT DESIGN.

© Aspen Ridge Homes. Prices and specifications are subject to change. See sales representative for details. All Rights Reserved. E.&O.E. June 2015.

NOW OPEN BRADFORD Dreamfields Presentation Centre & 2 Model Homes 905.551.1631

BRAMPTON Mayfield Village Presentation Centre 905.230.2592

KLEINBURG Kleinburg Hills Presentation Centre & 2 Model Homes 905.552.0678

MARKHAM Union Presentation Centre 905.554.3446

NOBLETON King Country Estates Presentation Centre & 2 Model Homes 905.558.0255

QUEENSVILLE Queensville Presentation Centre 905.589.0399

WATERDOWN Waterdown Meadows Presentation Centre 905.690.2224

VAUGHAN Chelsea Presentation Centre & Model Homes 289.553.3147

VAUGHAN Upper West Side Presentation Centre & Model Homes 289.553.5633

MORE INFO AT aspenridgehomes.com

COMING SOON KESWICK Simcoe Landing Phase 2 PICKERING New Seaton REGISTER AT aspenridgehomes.com

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contents SEPT 19 – OCT 3, 2015 | VOLUME 23 ISSUE 17

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ON THE COVER

Fieldgate Homes + online NEIGHBOURHOOD

HOME SEARCH

MORE +PHOTOS +VIDEOS +ADVICE +INSPIRATION +TRENDING

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DYNAMIC MAPS

LOOK FOR THE CIRCLE

Where your perfect GTA lifestyle begins property profiles

neighbourhood profile

42 Primont Homes

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64 Geranium Homes

trending

Home building excellence at Seasons in Caledon Trails, Cardinal Point: new neighbourhood in Stouffville

86 Gold Park Homes Encore coming soon to Mount Pleasant Village

Bloor West Village

Well established and highly desired

28 First Time Facts

First-time buyers find a way to get into the market

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Averton Homes

Construction at three communities kicks off

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advice

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BILD Report

Giving back: GTA builders and Habitat for Humanity

by Bryan Tuckey

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Fundamentally Speaking

Pay attention to location, information and timing

by Wayne Karl

50 Mortgage Advice

Latest BoC announcement good news for Canadians

by Alyssa Richard

54 Design Secrets

Upgrading your home for long term living

by Jane Lockhart

56 Legally Speaking

The math behind the Land Transfer Tax

by Jayson Schwarz

98 Quick Tips

32 52 New-Home Buyers

Canada Post gives reprieve on community mailbox fee

58 Toronto Home Show

Embrace your space at the Toronto Fall Home Show

84 Finances

Rates are low, but many Canadians still fear a hike

Four organizing myths that keep your life in disarray

by Hellen Buttigieg

buyers’ resource section

110 What’s Online

The latest real estate news from across Canada

105 Hot Properties

New releases, openings and preview registrations

106 Mortgage Rates

inspiration

66 Designer Advice Living in layers

104 The Scoop

Decor and reno news, inspiration, style and more

in every issue

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Editor’s Note

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Contributors

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Editors' Notes

BLOOR WEST VILLAGE

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO ONLINE ypnexthome.ca/bloor-west-village

Neighbourhood focused Susan Legge Editor-in-Chief / Director of Content Yellow Pages NextHome Email: Susan.Legge@ypnexthome.ca Twitter: @SusanLegge

One of the most exciting innovations at YPNextHome over the last two years has been creating Neighbourhood Profiles – comprising a wealth of data and information – from across the country.

In every issue of New Home Guide, we’ll show you at least one of these featured neighbourhoods. And if you look online, you’ll find more than 2,800 neighbourhoods you can search as part of your experience on YPNextHome.ca.

That’s a lot of information.

Our curated neighbourhood content provides a lively snapshot of some of Canada’s more popular neighbourhoods. These profiles have been researched and compiled by a nationwide team of writers and editors, and they include photos and, in some cases, exclusive video tours with local celebrities and well-known residents. Demographics, housing types and other information... all leading to listings in the area.

Check it out and let us know what you think.

Don’t confuse cheap with free

Wayne Karl Senior Editor Yellow Pages NextHome Email: Wayne.Karl@ypnexthome.ca Twitter: @WayneKarl

+ get social

In the days leading up to the Bank of Canada’s interest rate announcement on Sept. 9, some economists wondered if another rate reduction might be in the offing.

Spotty economic conditions and challenging housing markets in some areas led some to believe the economy needed a boost.

While these points may be true, the BoC held its overnight lending

rate at 0.5 per cent, and this is generally good news. And there are no guarantees, but it’s unlikely there will even be a hike during the next announcement on Oct. 21.

Homebuyers and owners, however, should take caution, and not confuse cheap money with free money.

Interest rates will eventually rise, so make sure you’re not getting yourself in over your head.

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

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

How will you keep the family entertained and inspired?

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

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

Today’s

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Take the kids grocery shopping

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

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

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

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

Hometown Sharon Village – East Gwillimbury

A family dinner that is simply delicious

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

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

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Prices and specifications are subject to change. E.&O.E. September 2015.

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Contributors

DESIGNER ADVICE

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

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

DESIGNER ADVICE

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER, NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO

YANIC SIMARD

Susan Maxwell

Yanic Simard is the principal designer of the awardwinning Toronto Interior Design Group (tidg.ca), and a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine. Check out Yanic’s accessory line, Yanic Simard Selected, online at ysselectd.com

ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung

EDITOR

Wayne Karl CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

MORTGAGE ADVICE

Sara Duck (on leave), Marlene Eisner, Elisa Krovblit, Lydia McNutt (on leave)

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.

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

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

Dionne Fraser dionne.fraser@ypnexthome.ca

LEGALLY SPEAKING

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

SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATOR

Antoinette Jackson DISTRIBUTION & SALES CO-ORDINATOR

Sarah Khan NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala Gnanapandithan

BILD REPORT

PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

BRYAN TUCKEY

Sandra Hanak-Vujnovic

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)

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

more online We have even more content online! Read more stories from our team of contributors at ypnexthome.ca, including stories by:

Viosa Barileva, Miguel Cea, Mike Terentiev

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TARION REPORT

HOWARD BOGACH Howard Bogach is President and CEO of Tarion Warranty Corp. His column appears monthly in New Home Guide. For more information about how Tarion helps new-home buyers, visit tarion.com or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/TarionWarrantyCorp.

MONEY MATTERS

GAIL VAZ-OXLADE Gail Vaz-Oxlade is the host of Til Debt Do Us Part, author of Debt Free Forever and blogs daily at gailvazoxlade.com.

Follow Gail on Twitter at twitter.com/GailVazOxlade

and information.

CIRCULATION Free distribution in select high-traffic street boxes, stores, banks, financial institutions and select condominium sales offices.

COPYRIGHT 2015 All rights reserved by Yellow Pages Homes Ltd., Toronto, Ont. Reproduction in any form is prohibited. Contents of this publication are covered

by Copyright and offenders will be prosecuted under the law. The views and data expressed by columnists do not necessarily represent those of the publication.

TERMS Advertisers, Editorial content are not responsible for typographical errors, mistakes or misprints. All prices are correct as of press time and are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E. EDITORIAL SSubmissions from interested parties will be considered. Please submit to the editor at Susan.Legge@ypnexthome.ca Please recycle this magazine! Yellow Pages NextHome participates in the Partners in Growth Reforestation Program through St. Joseph Communications. To date, Partners in Growth has planted over 2.5 million trees in parks, recreation and conservation areas, and other public spaces across Canada. Established in 1990, this program was started with Scouts Canada to help replenish the environment.

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Advice | BILD REPORT

Giving back GTA builders & Habitat for Humanity

By Bryan Tuckey WHEN THE OPPORTUNITY came

along to help build a home for Habitat for Humanity GTA recently, I couldn’t resist.

Every year, BILD members volunteer to spend a day on a Habitat construction site building homes for partner families. It’s a very rewarding experience, and I felt privileged to join this year’s group of 20 volunteers at Habitat’s Brimley Road in Toronto’s east end, where 15 townhomes are under construction.

I was thrilled that most of the volunteers belong to our association’s “yBILD” segment – industry professionals under the age of 40, who dedicated a full day away from their busy schedules to give back to the community.

Many of us had limited construction experience and some of the group had never used power tools before. Luckily Habitat’s team of crew leaders was quick to assign us tasks that best fit our skillsets. We were broken up into

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groups and tasked with painting, trim work, concrete mixing and pouring, rebar cutting and fire stop installations in the underground garage.

It was a lot fun, but it was also hard work. The experience really made us appreciate the amount of effort it takes to build a home. This is something all Habitat partner families learn on their way to homeownership.

Each family is asked to contribute a minimum of 500 hours of volunteer “sweat equity” towards the construction of their home, or on a variety of other Habitat projects.

Partner families also attend educational workshops to learn about the responsibilities that come with homeownership. One of those is making timely mortgage payments.

Habitat does not give homes away

for free. In addition to sweat equity, families must pay a fair marketvalue mortgage. What’s different about these mortgages is that they are owned

by Habitat GTA, have no interest and require no down payment.

BILD is proud of its partnership with Habitat for Humanity GTA, and our members have been building homes for partner families since 2003. We do this because we are strong believers in the value of homeownership and the benefits it brings to families and communities.

A recent study conducted by Habitat for Humanity Canada showed that owning a home contributes to a Habitat family’s improved economic stability, children’s education and overall health. Research has shown that after becoming homeowners, a large majority of families reported improvements in their children’s school grades and social lives. Many families also began to help give back to their community through volunteering.

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).

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Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

How to find a home?

Pay attention to location information and timing

By Wayne Karl

DESPITE WHAT YOU OFTEN HEAR,

buying a home isn’t only about location, location, location. True, this is the time-tested first rule of real estate, but there are other determining factors you should consider as part of your selection process. Indeed, there’s a new rule of thumb for buying real estate.

Location First, what does that old adage really mean? Of course, we’d all love a high-end home in the best neighbourhood. But that’s not always possible. For your own enjoyment while you live in your home as well as for future resale potential, proximity to transportation, shopping, schools and other amenities is among the key determinants that affect your property’s appeal and ultimately its value. After all, those are the qualities potential buyers look for when searching for a home; the more of them your home has when you go to sell, the more desirable it will be to a greater number of people. This equates to demand – multiple offers and a higher price.

Information Whether you’re a first-time homeowner, “buying up” to accommodate a growing family or “right-sizing” as an empty nester, education is critical. And these days, with digital media and mobile technology, all the information you need is at your fingertips.

From the content in this issue, at newhomeandcondoguide.ca to the

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resources available to you at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC), to the local market expertise of newhome sales staff and realtors, the more knowledge you have, the better equipped you are to make informed decisions about buying, maintaining and eventually selling your home.

Timing Though your home is your primary residence, it is also an investment.

Where you buy is usually determined largely by where you want to live, work and play. But when you buy and sell is also important. Like any financial instrument, real estate can fluctuate in value and your

timing can determine how good of an investment it is. Given today’s challenging economic climate, there’s no shortage of media reports on the ups, downs, crashes and surges of the housing market. But if you’ve done your research, you won’t be spooked – or excited – by big-picture reports on short-term market performance.

You know that real estate is not national or even regional – it’s very specific. You don’t buy the Canadian market and you don’t buy a provincial or even regional market. You buy a specific home, on a specific street in a specific neighbourhood.

So, it’s not just about “location, location, location.” The new adage is “location, information and timing.” Do well with all three, and over the long haul your home is going to be one of the best lifestyle and investment decisions you ever made.

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

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Property Profile | FIELDGATE HOMES

cover story

Your perfect GTA lifestyle starts with

Fieldgate Homes TIME AND TIME AGAIN, when Fieldgate

Homes asks its homeowners why they chose to buy from Fieldgate, the company gets some familiar answers. Many say the deciding factor was the award-winning floorplan designs, while others say it was the beautiful master-planned community design. Most agree that Fieldgate’s consistent track record for superior quality construction over its 55 years of home building was a

major deciding factor, and almost everybody says they appreciate the well-informed, friendly sales staff at the presentation centres. Whatever your reason for choosing Fieldgate, we’re confident you’ll find a home you’ll love when you visit one of our many fine family communities.

Valleylands — West Brampton There’s an exciting New Release and Early Move-in Sales Event at

Valleylands! Visit the community this weekend to see the new release of 38-, 41-, 45- and 50-ft. singles and get up to $10,000 in free decor upgrades. Located near the Mississauga border, Valleylands is a place that offers the perfect balance of nature in a new home community. There is a great selection to suit anyone’s needs in a new home. …continued on page 26

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Lotus Pointe – South Caledon Featuring the region’s best selection of homes, you’re sure to find everything you’ve been searching for when you arrive at Lotus Pointe. Fieldgate’s homes at Lotus Pointe are all detached models situated on 38- and 43-ft. lots with traditional depth. Every home at Lotus Pointe comes with $5,000 in decor dollars that you can use at Fieldgate’s decor centre to personalize your new home. With numerous homes available with March to June 2016 closing dates, you can move in and start enjoying this amazing lifestyle in as little as six months!

Impressions — Kleinburg Kleinburg’s most popular masterplanned community has never looked better, with a designer-decorated model home at Impressions. Fieldgate Homes is excited to show you many contemporary decorating ideas and innovative design for the modern family at Impressions. Join us on Sept.

26 and 27 for our New Lot Release – featuring a selection of 30-, 38- and

44-ft. singles – and enjoy a barbecue, face painting and balloon animals.

Impressions offers master-planned community living at a highly desirable Kleinburg location.

Aurora Trails — Aurora Aurora Trails is a visionary masterplanned community that offers the best of town and country living at one exceptional location. The final release of this community is now open, featuring a great selection of freehold townhomes, semi-detached homes, 38- and 43-ft. singles nestled amongst the pristine forests of the surrounding area. Surrounded by such natural majesty, it’s easy to forget that the many conveniences of downtown Aurora, Newmarket, Richmond Hill and Vaughan are all just a short drive away.

Coming Soon — West Brampton, Stouffville & West Whitby We are very excited to announce the new release of CityTowns coming

this fall – a great new townhome community at West Brampton’s most convenient central location, just north of Steeles. There’s not only amazing shopping, schools and restaurants nearby, but public transit is right at your doorstep on Chinguacousy Road.

An all-new release will be coming soon to Stouffville’s popular Blue Sky Community. Featuring a range of single detached homes in this popular setting, GTA homebuyers have a lot to look forward to.

Our next new community is Whitby Meadows. It will feature an exceptional selection of singledetached homes, semi-detached homes and townhomes in a charming natural setting in west Whitby.

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

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Neighbourhood Profile

Bloor West Village Well established and highly desired

By Wayne Karl

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from Jane Street on the west to Runnymede to the east, Bloor West Village is an older, well-established yet lively neighbourhood populated mostly by English-speaking families with higher incomes – and a notable Ukranian community. It’s a favourite west end locale for shopping and dining, with quality, older homes on the subway line.

Vibe Being so close to High Park, many neighbourhood residents enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle on the go, and Bloor West Village has the sports shops and fitness options to serve them. Everyday shopping is an enjoyable stroll along Bloor Street, where you’ll find several fresh fruit and vegetable stands, coffee shops, banks, restaurants, pubs and just

about anything else you could want.

Meet the Neighbours Ukranian heritage is celebrated at the Ukranian Festival every September – this year Sept. 18 to 20. Most housing is single-family homes, many built in the 1950s and 60s, followed by semi-detached as you move north from Bloor toward Dundas Street West. Note to renters: apartments are limited, so head east towards High Park for several mid- and highrises.

In The Area Not the cheapest of neighbourhoods to buy in, but prevalence of singlefamily homes, proximity to the subway and High Park well… has its price.

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and High Park – you can be downtown, or west to Kipling, in no time. For those who prefer to drive, the Queensway and the QEW are minutes away, and Bloor Street is always another option.

Real Estate Primo location right on the subway line makes getting around a breeze, and bodes well for property values.

Popularity of the area, and its proximity to High Park, means traffic is sometimes a headache – particularly as condo construction ramps up at Jane Street and further east at High Park.

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business.

He can be reached at wayne.karl@ypnexthome.ca or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

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With construction scheduled for this fall- and with pre-construction pricing still available- homeowners can now choose from the best pricing and lot selections available at anyone of their favourite Averton communities.

Amidst the rolling hills and countryside of Mount Albert, Victoria Highlands represents the GTA’s best in home design and architecture. With a big blowout inventory event set for Saturday, Sept. 19, Victoria Highlands is offering a selection of two-storey detached inventory homes on 33-, 40-, 50- and 65-ft. lots, priced from $600,990 to $833,990.

Currently the hottest selling site in Pickering, Main Street Seaton has recently become one of the GTA’s most anticipated residential communities. With a groundbreaking ceremony set for Saturday, Oct. 3, homebuyers at Main Street Seaton will be given one last chance to own a fabulous new home at pre-construction pricing. Starting from the $280’s and ranging in size from 925 to 1,418 sq. ft., Main Street Seaton offers homebuyers a variety of townhomes.

In one of the best, well-established areas for luxury single-family homes, Beacon Hill offers today’s discerning homebuyer the best that Bowmanville has to offer. On Saturday, Sept. 26, Averton Homes will be holding the community’s official ground-breaking ceremony, offering homebuyers one last chance to enjoy pre-construction prices. Priced from the low $400’s, Beacon Hill offers a beautiful

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selection of bungalows and detached two-storey homes ranging in size from 1,367 to 3,348 sq. ft.

The Victoria Highlands inventory event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 19 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Victoria Highlands sales office (19103 Hwy. 48, Mount Albert).

The Beacon Hill ground-breaking ceremony will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Beacon Hill sales office (300 Mearns Ave., Bowmanville). The Main Street Seaton ground-breaking event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 3 from noon to 3 p.m. located at the Beacon Hill sales office (2725 Brock Rd., Pickering).

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A home for all Seasons Located at Kennedy and Mayfield in one of Caledon’s fastest growing neighbourhoods, this is a community where nature paints gorgeous masterpieces with every changing season. Seasons in Caledon is part of an established and dynamic, masterplanned family community. Live amongst intimate crescents and cul-

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Minutes from Hwy. 410 at Kennedy and Mayfield, Seasons is surrounded by convenient amenities and is only a hop, skip, and a jump from every destination in the GTA. Nearby transit, shops, dining, recreation and more are close and easy to find. Your family will also love the nearby Heart Lake Conservation Area, complete with a pool and splash pad, cross country running during the fall, day camps during the summer, picnic venues, hiking and biking trails.

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THE BANK OF CANADA (BOC)

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In the previous interest rate announcement on July 15, the BoC cut the overnight lending rate by 25 basis points. It was the second change in just six months, echoing a 25 basis point cut in January. July’s announcement led to a flurry of activity, as consumers came searched for lower mortgage rates.

In this most recent announcement, however, the BoC had a somewhat more positive outlook. A statement from the central bank said “the stimulative effects of previous monetary policy actions are working their way through the Canadian economy.”

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its control. Uncertainty in China and the growing economic strength of the United States were two major pressures cited by the Bank.

Attention is now shifting to the U.S. Federal Reserve, which could potentially raise interest rates in that country as early as this month. Earlier this year, it seemed to be a foregone conclusion that the Fed would raise rates in September, but experts are now saying it could be later this year before they pull the trigger. It’s still seen as a matter of when – not if – rates will go up there, and when they do, it will be the first such increase since 2008.

The Bank of Canada has said they wouldn’t necessarily follow an American lead, but a U.S. rate hike would have implications on our economy, and would likely push the Canadian dollar down even further relative to the greenback.

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For the average Canadian, today’s announcement is generally good news. If you have a variable rate mortgage, your interest rate should stay the same for the time being. Even though the major banks didn’t pass along the entire discount from this year’s rate cuts, don’t expect them to use today as an opportunity to step up any competition.

The Bank of Canada’s next opportunity to change the overnight lending rate is Oct. 21.

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

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IF THE THOUGHT of going outside to get your mail in the dead of winter makes you shiver – not to mention having to pay an additional fee to cover the cost of said community mailboxes – maybe this news will warm you up. According to the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA), discussions with Canada Post have resulted in a reprieve until January 2016 for new homeowners having to pay a $200 Community Mailbox (CMB) fee.

“We are very pleased with this outcome — this is an important victory for CHBA and Canadian homebuyers,” says Kevin Lee, CEO, CHBA. “Very importantly, we also send kudos throughout CHBA at the local, provincial and national levels of our Association for the collective effort.”

In late 2012, Canada Post announced its intention to charge new-home buyers a $200 Community Mailbox (CMB) fee per

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mailbox that would be collected during the subdivision process in brand new residential and commercial developments.

Upset by another additional cost when government charges and fees on new homes are already substantial and increasing, the CHBA and its members began a vigorous campaign against the initiative. It seemed to work, at least in the short-term. In July 2013, Canada Post agreed to suspend the CMB fee until Jan. 1, 2014.

The one-year suspension saved the industry and new-home buyers tens of millions of dollars in 2013, which prompted the CHBA to first try and convince Canada Post to reduce the fee, and eventually, actively oppose it outright.

While the reprieve is welcome news for new homebuyers, the decision is not set in stone. According to CHBA, Canada Post stated that although the fee is not a necessity right now, it could become so when the crown corporation reviews its financial position in 2019.

Yet another great reason to not put off buying a new home for much longer.

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Upgrades for long term living

By Jane Lockhart | Photography by Brandon Barré

WHEN PURCHASING a new home or

condo, the buyer is faced with the dreaded decision of what upgrades to put their hard earned money towards.

The list of potential upgrades is often long and daunting, especially for someone who is “new” to buying new. It is important to look at how long you want to live in the home for, potential projects or short-term renovations you may have in mind and the best return on your dollar.

There are a couple ways to look at upgrades. There are the ones that can be done only during the building

process (or are extremely expensive afterwards), ones that make the most sense during the building process and ones that are more of a cosmetic or superficial nature that are nice to have but can be done at anytime. It is hard for a new homeowner to think of what the long term plans for their new home are, but believe me; this exercise will be well worth it in the end!

In terms of upgrades that are best to be done during the building or construction stages, these are things you are going to want to ask your builder about sooner than later.

These upgrades are also a sure fire way to increase your home’s value right out of the gate. Most builders adhere to an eight-ft. guideline in terms of ceiling height. However,

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new homes have been known to incorporate ceilings of up to a 10-ft. height. The appeal of higher ceilings is it immediately makes the room feel larger and can add to the general design and appeal of the room. It also adds a general feeling of luxury to a new home.

Many builders offer both brick and siding options on their floorplans.

For this decision, homeowners really have to evaluate their long-term plans. Using brick helps guarantee your house will last through most any weather condition (think about a popular fairy tale with three pigs and a wolf!). It can also be quieter, blocking the homeowner from any outside noise. That being said, aluminum siding is actually much, much more cost effective, but does need regular maintenance. Unless you are planning on staying in your home through the test of time or want to ensure high resale value, siding might be the way to go!

Other areas to consider for upgrades during the building period of your new home can be additional lighting, pot lights, additional outlets (especially on a second floor), additional fireplaces, larger windows, larger windows in the basement and a rough in for the basement. These are all upgrades that almost have to be done before the house is complete and can be very costly once the house is built.

Purchasing a new home can be very exciting and a little nerve racking!

Make sure to take the time to really think about what you want in your new home, so once you move in, it is perfect!

Jane Lockhart is founder and principal designer of Jane Lockhart Interior Design. She was creative director and host of W Network’s top-ranked show, Colour Confidential, and has a Canadian-built furniture collection, Jane by Jane Lockhart, by Statum Designs. Visit online at janelockhart.com

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The math behind Land Transfer Tax

By Jayson Schwarz WHENEVER YOU PURCHASE land

in Ontario, you have to pay Land Transfer Tax (LTT). In the City of Toronto, you also get hit with a municipal LTT. The good news is that all first-time homebuyers are entitled to the first time buyers’ exemption or rebate.

For the Ontario tax, the exemption or rebate will apply to the first $2,000 of LTT payable. This means that you will pay only a portion of the LTT on homes costing more than $227,500.

To qualify, you must: 1. be at least 18 years old; 2. never have owned an eligible home as defined in the Ontario Home Ownership Savings Plan (OHOSP) Act, which includes condos, detached and semis, anywhere in the world;

3. not have a spouse or same-sex partner who has owned an eligible home as defined in the OHOSP Act while he or she was a spouse or partner of the home purchaser; 4. occupy the purchased property as a principal residence within nine months of purchase.

You may also qualify for the City of Toronto exemption or rebate. As an example, purchases with a price over $400,000 on resale homes must pay and then get the money back from the City. In addition the City rebate maximum is $3,725. The other difference is the method of calculation:

Doing the math: » Up to a purchase price of $55,000, LTT = 1/2 of 1% of the purchase price net of HST » Up to a purchase price of $250,000, LTT = 1% of the purchase price minus $275 net of HST » Up to a purchase price of $400,000, LTT = 1.5% of the purchase price minus $1,525 net of HST » Over $400,000, LTT = 2% of the purchase price minus $3,525 net of HST

» Up to a purchase price of $55,000, LTT = 1/2 of 1% of the purchase price net of HST » Up to a purchase price of 400,000, LTT = 1% of the purchase price net of HST » $400,000 to $40,000,000, LTT = 1.5% of the purchase price net of HST » Over $40,000,000, LTT = 1% of the purchase price net of HST If you don’t qualify, you will have to pay the LTT on closing.

Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. Visit schwarzlaw.ca or email info@schwarzlaw.ca and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

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“Become inspired and informed with helpful advice, thousands of ideas and the hottest new products at the Toronto Fall Home Show,” says Tina Holmes, show manager.

“Whether they are big or small, a house or a condo, each space is unique. Visitors to the Toronto Fall Home Show know that their spaces have the potential, but they need a little help, from gathering inspiration to getting tips for tackling their reno challenge, or choosing the right technology to complete their home.”

Ten celebrity experts and emerging style, décor and DIY bloggers will participate in the fourth annual Ultimate Upcycle Challenge: Tabletastic, presented by Rust-Oleum.

Armed with a ReStore budget, access to Rust-Oleum’s products and a killer competitive edge, each participant will source and upcycle a dining or kitchen table (with optional chairs) from any Habitat for Humanity GTA ReStore.

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new and fashionable while raising awareness for Habitat for Humanity GTA,” adds Holmes.

This year, the show adds a shade of green with a dedicated feature showcasing sustainable, eco-friendly products and services in the areas of energy, green building, transportation, food and beverage and so much more! There are also plenty of innovative products and great decor solutions to inspire a wide array of projects for the home — all the latest ideas, trending and new products, including show manager Tina Holmes’ favourites.

For visitors stumped by renovation plans, check out Destination Renovation by BILD (Building Industry and Land Development). Meet faceto-face with renovators and builders for a no-nonsense, one-on-one construction consultation that could save you valuable time and money.

And for those who are designchallenged, interior designers and decorators will be on hand to offer one-on-one consultations, free advice and expert tricks on how to tackle that pesky problem and ready your home for the holidays.

If you’re thinking of buying a condominium, stop by the Condo Showcase Lounge, featuring current condo developments. Find your perfect condo and discover the benefits of enjoying condo city life. And finally, shop, save and walk away with great buys on a huge selection of quality furniture, lighting and home furnishings from your favourite brands while you shop in support of Canadian HIV/AIDS. For more information or tickets, call 416.644.5400 or visit fallhomeshow.com

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“We’re confident that the new Trails neighbourhood will be very desirable to those looking for excellent quality and value in a new home.”

the new Trails neighbourhood will be very desirable to those looking for excellent quality and value in a new home.”

Cardinal Point won the home building industry’s 2014 Best Places to Grow Community of the Year, an award that recognizes Geranium’s commitment to the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville to create an innovative, master-planned community with environmental preservation, parks within a short walk of each home, attractive streetscapes and homes for a diverse population.

Today, more than 800 families call Cardinal Point home. Adding to the desirable location, the company’s

own Geranium Green Plus exacting construction standards combined with high quality finishes enhance the built-in value.

A few minutes’ walk from Trails is a large park with a playground, which has become a popular gathering place for residents.

Owners of a home in the neighbourhood will appreciate living close to Stouffville’s vibrant Main Street with GO services, shops, restaurants, cultural and recreational facilities. Annual events such as the Strawberry Festival, Food Truck Frenzy, Movie nights under the Stars, and Winter Parades draw thousands to the downtown. Trails is also just

minutes to golf courses, Hwys. 404 and 407, and only 10 minutes north of Markham Stouffville Hospital.

For 38 years, Geranium has developed master-planned communities from conception to completion, creating neighbourhoods with families in mind, and establishing a solid reputation for quality design and construction. Geranium was proud to win 2012 BILD Home Builder of The Year and CHBA’s Grand Sam awards.

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1 1. Layering fabrics isn’t just for furniture. Rugs can look amazing layered, too. I love adding a cowhide rug to tie together unusual furniture arrangements or punctuate the centre of a space. A sheepskin-style rug also makes a stylish accent to areas such as the edge of the bed, under a footstool, or even draped over a chair or bar stool for a softer seat.

TIP: Layer rugs like crazy to get a patchwork quilt look that adds huge drama – mix five to seven smaller rugs in one room (check out the CB2

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Alternately, you can use carpet tiles to fake a large rug under your existing one, and fill in the edges of a room.

2. Copper, gold and brass bring a classic yet trendy style and warm undertones without feeling like an overly strong colour. If you’re timid (or already invested in silver), start small by layering these metals in with accents such as frames, tableware and lamps. The mix of silver and gold hues creates a subtle Art Deco-

“Pillows are one of my favourite ways to add style — they can move from living room to bedroom and beyond, and dress a room up, or down.” inspired vibe, so there’s no reason not to sprinkle one in, while letting the other dominate. …continued on page 70

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Visit YSSelected.com 3. Pillows are one of my favourite ways to add style – they can move from living room to bedroom and beyond, and dress a room up, or down. Rather than picking dramatic new colours, grab some neutral but bold patterns that can layer behind

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TIP: For my YSS collection, I wanted a dash of livable safari style, so I tamed a tiger print pillow in a warm tan and winter-white. An animal print like this adds unexpected drama standing alone on your dining chairs, or slinking between the sofa cushions.

Safari Tiger Print Crewel Embroidered Square Cushion. Visit YSSelected.com 4. Lush textures are great for adding warmth to the eye and the hand. A sumptuous blanket, folded neatly at the end of a bed or tossed casually

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Main St

Gerard St

4

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Passmore Ave

East Ave

I

Jane St

18

Christie St.

86

Evans Ave

QEW

Don Valley Pkwy

QEW

Yonge St

Dundas St. W.

Logan Ave.

Danforth Ave.

Woodbine Ave

Queensway

77

O'Connor Dr. Cosburn Ave

Don Valle

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28

Spadina

Bloor St.

Yonge St.

20

Bathurst St.

14Dupont St.

Laird Dr

Dundas St W

22

Dufferin St

5

2

Avenue Rd

17

Pharmacy Rd Victoria Park

Davenport Rd.

Rd

Warden Ave

8

St Clair Ave.

43

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McCowan Rd

Bloor St W

Sca Eglinton Ave E

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Birchmount Rd

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Brim

Progress Ave

Lawrence Ave E Brimley Rd

Rogers Rd

Bathurst St

Eglinton Ave W

401

Markham Rd

Rathburn Rd

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Ellesmere Rd

Scarborough Golf Rd

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Briar Hill Ave

11

Lawrence Ave E

York Mills

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Kennedy Rd

Westway

34

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Huntingwood Dr

Finch Ave E

McNicoll Ave

Steeles Ave.

Midland Ave

E

Islington Ave Wilson Ave

Jane St

Ave

Dixon Rd

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Mills

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Drewry Rd

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Finch Ave W

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Pleasant Ave McCowan Rd

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Tapscott Rd

42

Neilson Rd

Conlins Rd

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Rd

Reesor Rd

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Meadowvale Rd

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Beare Rd

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Port Union Rd

Coxwell Ave

Pape Ave.

Parliament St Sherbourne St Jarvis St.

Dufferin St

Lansdowne Rd.

Keele St. Roncesvalles Ave.

Park Lawn

Royal York Rd

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Goddard on the Valley aristahomes.com • •

7

MADISON HOMES

Briar Hill madisonhomes.ca • from $350,000

15 6E

17

FIELDGATE HOMES

Zigg 416-545-0223 • •

25 8F

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5 7B

21 MATTAMY HOMES

Heron Park

22 AVERTON HOMES

Evolution averton.ca • from $320,000

86 MENKES

Humber Mews 416-259-2525 •

from $550,000

7 3I

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Dwell City Town 416-259-2525 •

from $550,000

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The Churchill Collection in Forest Hill 416-922-1414

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from $1400,000 7G

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Weston Village 416-748-7001 • •

from $490,000 4C

4

GEORGIAN CORPORATION

Lex Towns 416-428-3419 • • • from $495,000 12G

5

TIFFANY PARK HOMES

Westhaven 416-792-6655 • from $633,000 3G

5

GRAYWOOD DEVELOPMENTS LTD Westhaven 416-792-6655 • from $633,000 3G

6

COVENTRY HOMES

Danforth’s Crossing 416-924-8338 •

from $450,000 12G

8

EMSATEC CANADA INC.

The Brownstones 5 416-531-7760 •

•

from $350,000 6G

9

LINDVEST

The Brownstones at Westown lindvest.com

•

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from $330,000 4C

9

LINDVEST

Grand Cornell Brownstones in Markham lindvest.com

•

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from $340,000 4C

9

LINDVEST

Corporate lindvest.com • • 4C

10 FIELDGATE HOMES

www.mattamyhomes.com

• •

8-9 17E 23 3G

90 Niagara 416-981-0036 • • from $346,000 7H Canterbury 647-352-2130 •

from $767,000 9E

The Townes of Richview 416-746-1234 •

from $570,000 3E

Highland Creek Collection ownhighlandcreek.com •

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from $650,000 17D

14 DUNPAR HOMES

The Ossington 416-253-5888 •

from $700,000 7G

15 MATTAMY HOMES

Downsview Park

www.mattamyhomes.com

from $270,000 6C

Oakdale Village 416-243-0567 •

from $429,000 5C

11

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

12 NATIONAL HOMES 13

16

INSOHO DEVELOPMENTS

CONSERVATORY GROUP

18 MATTAMY HOMES

Lago

monarchgroup.net

• from $220,000

4I

18 MATTAMY HOMES

Riva del Lago

monarchgroup.net

• from $300,000

4I

19

CONSERVATORY GROUP

Upper Beach Villas 416-698-7796

•

from $415,000 11G

20 BEAVERBROOK HOMES

Evolution 416-747-9691 • from $270,000 2G

23 MATTAMY HOMES

Upper Summerside

www.mattamyhomes.com • • 12G

24 MATTAMY HOMES

Picasso on Richmond

monarchgroup.net

28 PEMBERTON GROUP

Park Lake Residences 416-769-4343

• from $180,000 5H

34 H&R DEVELOPMENTS

Westown

• from $190,000 5C

43 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Scenic On Eglinton 416-805-1781 •

49 TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

RCMI 416-363-4800 • from $324,000 8H

77

Seventy Seven Charles 416-203-7034

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

hr-newhomes.com •

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• from $550,000

•

•

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from $190,000 10F

• from $2100,000 8G

78 YOUR HOME DEVELOPMENTS

Nature’s Path 647-340-6972 •

from $280,000 17E

83 ARISTA HOMES

Lilly Factory Towns 416-792-4872

• •

from $395,000 12G

87 MENKES

Bloom Park Towns 416-730-1600

•

from $690,000 8B

89 DECADE HOMES

Yorkdale Village Phase II 416-638-5656

•

from $320,000 6D

90 SUNDANCE HOMES

Braeburn Lane

sundancehomes.ca •

from $430,000 15D

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Maple

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Thornhill

56

47

5

20

Clark Ave W

15

10

7

11

44

Centre St

Langstaff Rd

32

51

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King Rd

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City of Vaughan

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E

Nashville Rd

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Jane St

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IMPRESSIONS

impressionskleinburg.com •

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from $600,000

5 & 27 4E

3

FIELDGATE HOMES

IMPRESSIONS

impressionskleinburg.com •

• •

from $688,000

25 4E

4

ARISTA HOMES

Vellore Woods aristahomes.com • from $750,000

27 8F

6

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Renaissance Townes 905-417-3363

from $595,000

12 8D

from $1900,000

45 13F

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Bridle Path of Thornhill foresthillhomes.ca •

20 ANDRIN HOMES

Claridge Gate andrinhomes.com • from $660,000

39 14D

24 ARISTA HOMES

Vaughan Valley Estates aristahomes.com •

from $1400,000

27 8F

32 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Chelsea Maple Station

aspenridgehomes.com •

from $700,000

IFC 11E

1

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Kleinburg Hills

KleinburgHills.com • 4E

1

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Kleinburg Hills

aspenridgehomes.com • 4E

2

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Gates of Nobleton 647-633-3500

3

PARADISE HOMES

IMPRESSIONS

3

TIFFANY PARK HOMES

Valleybrooke Estates 905-303-1620

5

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Upper West Side

5

CONSERVATORY GROUP

Upper West Side 289-553-4156

5

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

5

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from $950,000 4A

• •

from $690,000 4E

•

from $870,000 8E

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000 14D

impressionskleinburg.com •

•

from $1099,000 14D

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000 14D

REGAL CREST HOMES

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000 14D

5

TOWNWOOD HOMES

Upper West Side

uwscommunity.com •

from $1099,000 14D

7

LORMEL HOMES

La Viva lavivatowns.com •

from $350,000 5J

9

TREASURE HILL HOMES

Moda Urban Village treasurehill.com • 8E

11

TREASURE HILL HOMES

Victory Heights treasurehill.com • 13F

12

ROSEBURY HOMES

Riverside in Pine Grove 416-746-1234

15

GREENPARK HOMES

Urban Towns of Upper Thornhill Woods greenparkhomes.com • 13G

•

from $400,000

6I

32 ANDRIN HOMES

Chelsea Maple Station 905-553-0288

•

from $700,000 11E

42 DUNPAR HOMES

Riverside Village 416-253-5888

from $519,000

44 MADISON HOMES

Thornhill Ravines 905-417-1203

•

from $1800,000 13G

46 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

The Point at Woodbridge 905-907-1500

•

from $700,000 8E

47 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Upper Thornhill Estates 905-907-1500

•

from $900,000 14E

48 BEAVERHALL HOMES

Regency Estates 905-265-2634

•

from $1301,000 6H

48 GRAYWOOD DEVELOPMENTS LTD Regency Estates 905-265-2634

•

from $1250,000 6H

•

5I

51

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

King Oaks 905-539-0181

•

from $1100,000 11B

51

GREAT GULF

King Oaks 905-833-6413

•

from $1300,000 11B

52 ZANCOR HOMES

Royal Collection 905-833-0883

•

•

from $550,000 12A

53 TREASURE HILL HOMES

Thornhill Woods treasurehill.com •

from $950,000 13G

55 OSKAR GROUP

Le Sedici lesedici.com

from $600,000 10E

56 SENATOR HOMES

Bathurst 9130 289-597-4381

•

from $720,000 13G

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15 FOREST HILL HOMES

Jefferson Forest foresthillhomes.ca • • from $800,000

45 4H

28 SENATOR HOMES

Richvale

31 2J

senatorhomes.com •

•

from $800,000

1

HEATHWOOD HOMES

Hampshire Mews heathwood.com

from $485,000

3

CENTRA HOMES

The Mills Collections 416-238-2404

•

from $940,000 5J

4

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Kettle Lakes Club 289-231-2849

•

from $550,000 6D

5

ST. REGIS HOMES

Mission Hill on Bayview 905-884-8885

from $850,000 6C

7

HIGHMARK HOMES

Nuvo 647-206-2276

•

from $1100,000 2E

8

TREASURE HILL HOMES

Urbantowns on Bayview treasurehill.com

from $730,000 7Q

9

MATTAMY HOMES

Richmond Green

5I

14 ARISTA HOMES

Jefferson Forest jeffersonforest.ca •

•

from $586,000 4H

15 MADISON HOMES

Jefferson Forest jeffersonforest.ca •

•

from $586,000 4H

20 NORTH STAR HOMES

King’s Crossing 416-291-9666

•

from $530,000 2E

22 YORKWOOD HOMES

Hillside Manors 905-770-4662

from $472,000

26 ARTEN DEVELOPMENT GROUP

The Manors of Roseview Grand roseviewgrand.com

27 ACORN HOMES

Oak Knoll acornhomes.ca

•

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from $650,000 4L

•

from $650,000 3C

Richmond Hill

www.mattamyhomes.com • • 9J

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Town of Markham

Town of WhitechurchStouffville

Thornhill

Town of Newmarket

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FIELDGATE HOMES

BlueSky Stouffville

fieldgatehomes.com •

from $700,000

4

GERANIUM HOMES

Trails at Cardinal point

fieldgatehomes.com •

15 FIELDGATE HOMES

Aurora Trails

fieldgatehomes.com •

from $620,000

25 13F

15 ARISTA HOMES

Aurora Trails aristahomes.com • • from $590,000

27 & 63 13F

22 GERANIUM HOMES

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

41 18F

23 ARISTA HOMES

Boxgrove Village Markham aristahomes.com

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25 ANDRIN HOMES

Glenway In Newmarket glenwayliving.com •

• from $500,000

60-61 10C

25 LAKEVIEW HOMES

Glenway In Newmarket glenwayliving.com •

• from $800,000

60-61 10C

26 GERANIUM HOMES

Bloomington Woods 905-642-1900 •

from $1400,000

30 MADISON HOMES

Cornell Rouge 905-472-9556 • •

from $690,000

11 8G

30 FOREST HILL HOMES

Cornell Rouge 905-472-9556 •

from $690,000

11 & 45 8G

from $400,000 10B

40 18D

1

MARYDEL HOMES

Woodland Hills 905-898-7380

•

2

BEAVERBROOK HOMES

The Terrace On Rouge Creek 905-640-7360

3

MATTAMY HOMES

St. John Forest

5

TREASURE HILL HOMES

Accolades in Markham 416-798-7705

6

PRIMONT HOMES

Heirloom in Markham 905-201-2804

• •

from $510,000 7F

7

LEBOVIC HOMES

Bovaird Trail 905-640-7361

•

• •

from $2597,000 14H

• •

from $390,000 18F

mattamyhomes.com

from $650,000 14E

•

from $830,000 6F

8

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Wismer Commons 905-907-1500

•

•

from $450,000 6G

9

BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

The Arbors 905-503-0992

•

from $650,000 14F

9

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

The Arbors 905-907-1500

•

from $720,000 14F

10 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Havelock Town Manors 289-301-0077

•

from $560,000

11 MADISON HOMES

Greensborough 905-201-7700

•

from $1000,000 7G

11 GREENPARK HOMES

Markham Meadows

13 NATIONAL HOMES

Stonehaven 416-746-1234

•

from $730,000 13D

13 NATIONAL HOMES

Stonehaven 416-746-1234

•

from $730,000 13D

14 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Woodland Hills 416-270-9484

•

from $450,000 9C

15 PARADISE HOMES

Aurora Trails auroratrails.com •

•

from $620,000 13F

15 OPUS HOMES

Aurora Trails auroratrails.com •

•

from $620,000 13F

16 LINDVEST

Auroraglen lindvest.com

• • 14E

17 CONSERVATORY GROUP

Heritage Estates 905-640-2274

•

•

from $283,000 18F

18 KYLEMORE COMMUNITIES

Angus Glen West Village 905-887-9950

•

from $2000,000 4G

19 NEW ERA HOMES

Landmark Estates 905-953-9046

from $550,000 11D

starlanehomes.com •

from $434,000 18F

20 STARLANE HOME CORPORATION BlueSky Stouffville

•

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greenparkhomes.com • 7G

21 ANDRIN HOMES

Glenway andrinhomes.com • 10E

22 CONSERVATORY GROUP

Heritage Collection 905-640-2274

24 BALLANTRY HOMES

Cornell

28 PRESTON HOMES

Copper Hills 905-954-4050

30 MADISON HOMES

Forest Hill cornellrouge.com

41 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Upper Cornell 905-554-3446

42 NATIONAL HOMES

•

•

from $680,000 18F

•

from $520,000 8G

•

from $500,000 14E

ballantryhomes.com •

•

from $400,000 8G

•

•

from $495,000 7F

Wismer Woods 416-746-1234

•

• •

from $680,000 6G

50 GERANIUM HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Cardinal Point 905-640-9999

•

•

from $575,000 7F

50 GERANIUM HOMES

Cardinal Point Downtown Stouffville 905-640-9999

•

•

from $600,000 7F

50 GERANIUM HOMES

Uptownes at Cardinal Point 905-640-9999

•

•

from $420,000 7F

50 GERANIUM HOMES

Copperstone Ballantrae 905-640-9999

•

•

from $1.1,000 7F

51 OXFORD HOMES

Coventry Valley 905-836-8902

from $600,000 10D

53 H&R DEVELOPMENTS

Castle Square

54 BEAVERBROOK HOMES

Victoria Highlands 416-924-0110

•

55 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Woodland Hills 905-907-1500

• 10C

59 PRIMONT HOMES

Harmony 905-305-8871

• 5I

62 NORTH STAR HOMES

Mill Fair Village

hr-newhomes.com • 6G

NorttStarHomesInc.com

from $450,000 10H

•

from $500,000 5T

64 STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Upper Unionville 905-534-0493

•

• •

from $520,000 5G

64 PARADISE HOMES

Upper Unionville 905-477-6464

•

•

from $520,000 5G

66 TREASURE HILL HOMES

Aurora Woods on Bayview 905-727-5794

•

from $769,000 13H

70 MATTAMY HOMES

Cornell

86 CHERRYWOOD HOMES

Glengrove on the Park 905-640-7571

mattamyhomes.com • • 8G

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from $250,000 19F

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17 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Grand Central 905-778-0873 •

from $450,000

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The Fairgrounds in Sutton 905-235-7744 •

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from $320,000

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Blue Horizon

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from $700,000

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Mill Street Village

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from $630,000

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from $630,000

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MarlLake Village 1-877-428-5115

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from $210,000 5F

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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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from $390,000 2E

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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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West Ridge Place Orillia 905-773-9997

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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

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West Shore Lakeside Community 705-689-0001

from $350,000 9C

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Lakeside Meadows 1-877-455-0201

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from $290,000 9G

11 BALLYMORE HOMES

Lakeside Meadows 1-877-455-0201

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from $293,000 9G

12 PREVIN COURT HOMES

Victorian Village 1-855-777-3846

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Victoria Highlands 905-473-3225

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King Country Estates 905-558-0098

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from $700,000 7K

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King Country Estates 905-558-0255

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from $780,000 7K

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King Country Estates 905-907-1500

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from $750,000 7K

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Seven Meadows

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Summerlyn Village 905-775-3461

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Cromwell Place 705-735-0732

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Simcoe Landing Keswick 647-921-0381

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from $490,000 9H

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Blue Shores 1-866-625-2583 •

from $380,000 3E

28 DEMOCRAT HOMES

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

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from $300,000 7H

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Alcona by the Lake 1-866-531-3424

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Lakeside Living in Innisfil 705-436-5445

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Pebbleshores 705-436-5547

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from $240,000 7G

39 STONEBRIDGE BUILDING GROUP Stonebridge by The Bay 1-877-420-0880 •

from $200,000 5E

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Emerald Forest royalpark.com

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Pretty River on Georgian Bay 1-888-257-1999

from $298,000 3E

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Brennan Enclave 705-516-0681

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from $252,000 6H

43 BREMONT HOMES

Centretown 1-877-855-1122

from $234,000 5E

44 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Treetops 1-855-590-3577 •

from $370,000

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from $360,000

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Dreamfields in Bradford

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from $490,000

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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

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Dreamfields in Bradford

dreamfieldsbradford.com •

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from $490,000

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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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from $225,000 7G

55 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Briarwood Estates 705-294-2288

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from $420,000 8G

58 LAKEVIEW HOMES

Greenbrook Village 519-306-0665

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from $280,000

59 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Fieldstone 1-855-379-1495

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from $600,000 5J

59 DELPARK HOMES

Fieldstone MyFieldstone.ca •

from $570,000 5J

60 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Pretty River Collingwood 1-888-257-1999

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from $310,000 3E

65 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

Willow Glen Tottenham 905-406-1044

from $330,000 7J

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According to BMO’s Annual Debt Report, almost two-thirds of Canadians carrying debt (64 per cent) would be stressed if interest rates rose two percentage points. One-quarter (25 per cent) would be “very stressed.”

Despite the distress, Canadians remain optimistic about the pace at which they can pay off their debt, and almost half plan to increase their debt in the coming year.

Crunching the numbers… » $92,699 The average household debt in Canada » 46% Canadians who feel some stress about their current debt load, down from the past two years (54 per cent in 2014, and 57 per cent in 2013). » 5 years The amount of time expected to pay off debt » 46% The number of debt-holders who plan to take on more debt this year “The sizeable number of indebted households that would feel very strained by a relatively moderate increase in interest rates is concerning,” notes Sal Guatieri, senior economist, BMO Capital Markets. “This is a worrisome side effect of a prolonged period of low interest rates and needs to be closely monitored, especially if rates continue to fall.”

“Interest rates have been hovering around historic lows over the past few years, so many Canadians may have become more comfortable over time with managing their debt,” says Christine Canning, head of Everyday Banking, BMO Bank of Montreal. “That said, rates will inevitably rise to normal levels, so it’s becoming increasingly important that Canadians stress-test their ability to afford the debt they currently have so they can effectively manage their finances in a higher rate environment.”

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Located at Mount Pleasant Village, Encore is centred around a landmark public amenity complex – a cultural and education centre including a community centre located within a reconstructed Brampton train station, a library and a two-storey elementary school. The heart of the Village is framed by a delightful Public Square where residents can enjoy dining, boutique shopping and a myriad of convenient services. All within a short walk from their home at Encore.

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The new Mount Pleasant GO train station connects riders to Toronto, Georgetown, Guelph and Kitchener making it the perfect location for commuters. This central transportation hub also links to local Brampton transit as well as the Zum rapid service.

Priced from the $600’s and offering up to 4,100 sq. ft., with twoand three-car garages, the homes at Encore are family-sized and reflect style and elegance as well as comfort and functionality.

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space and create a sensible flow.

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Lotus Pointe Caledon

LotusPointeCaledon.ca

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Lotus Pointe Caledon 905-838-2806 •

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48 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca • •

from $1100,000

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48 REGAL CREST HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca • •

from $1100,000

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48 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca •

from $1100,000

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55 PRIMONT HOMES

Newtowns at Mount Pleasant www.primonthomes.com

from $350,000

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Valley Lands 905-457-0445 • • • from $643,000

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City Towns Valley Lands in Brampton mycitytowns.ca •

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City Towns Valley Lands in Brampton mycitytowns.ca •

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from $400,000

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from $490,000 6L

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The Village of Southfields 905-843-0707

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Credit Ridge Estates 416-746-1234

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The Estates of Spring Valley 905-216-5620

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Countryside Meadows

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from $346,000 8M

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Mayfield Village 905-230-2592

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Mayfield Village 905-230-2592

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Vales of the Humber Estates valesofthehumber.com

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Vales of the Humber Estates valesofthehumber.com

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Mount Pleasant Village

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meadowsbrampton.com

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from $464,000 6O

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Mount Pleasant Meadows

meadowsbrampton.com

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from $464,000 6O

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Lotus Pointe Caledon

LotusPointeCaledon.ca

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from $450,000 6M

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Lotus Pointe Caledon

LotusPointeCaledon.ca •

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Westfield 905-866-6876

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The Ravines of Credit Woods 905-453-4200

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Southfield Meadows treasurehill.com

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Urban Towndominiums at Mount Pleasant rosehavenurban.com

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Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club 905-799-5000

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Heart Lake Village 905-773-6549

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Spring Valley Junction lindvest.com/svj •

from $620,000 7P

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Casablanca 905-915-5227

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from $700,000 9J

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from $410,000 6P

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Trinity Village 905-846-2930

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25 HEATHWOOD HOMES

Terracotta Village at The Credit Valley 905-874-4741

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from $430,000 9Q

32 FOREST HILL HOMES

Ravines of Castlemore 905-794-8875

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37 OXFORD HOMES

Adena Ridge 905-584-6444

from $600,000 37O

38 ANDRIN HOMES

Turnberry Townhomes AndrinTowns.com

45 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

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Pathways 905-584-2225

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from $490,000 8K

51 ACORN HOMES

Castlegate acornhomes.ca

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from $575,000 11K

55 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant 416-410-0175

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55 TOWNWOOD HOMES

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55 TOWNWOOD HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant

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55 PARADISE HOMES

Upper Mount Pleasent

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58 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Meadowlands 519-942-3312

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60 PRIMONT HOMES

Castlemore 905-856-5777

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from $430,000 9K

64 MERIDIAN HOMES

Credit Valley Manors 905-216-5186

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65 GREAT GULF

Mount Pleasant 905-459-5772

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from $640,000 6P

66 BALLANTRY HOMES

Spring Valley Village

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45 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

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Edgewood 905-356-9408

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Simona Place

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Eden Park 905-381-4280

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Eden Park

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Mountainview Heights Waterdown starlanehomes.com • 8M

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The Uptowns of waterdown 905-690-7600

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Cannery Park 1800-565-5150

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Forestwood 905-636-1365

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Rolling Meadows 905-680-0841

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Park City parkliving.ca

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The Village at Traditions 905-876-3140

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Hawthorne South Village

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Jasper Village 905-636-1942

20 PARKBRIDGE LIFESTYLE COMMUNITIES INC. Cherry Hill at Vineland 1-800-479-9777

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22 COUNTRY GREEN HOMES

Park Place Village 905-690-7600

26 EDEN OAK

Weaver’s Mill

weaversmill.com/nh

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from $336,000 6B

35 PHELPS HOMES

Jordan Village phelpshomes.com

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from $345,000 8R

36 PHELPS HOMES

Brookside phelpshomes.com

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37 PHELPS HOMES

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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

out of range HOMES BY DESANTIS

Lyon’s Creek

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Woodland Trails liveonoakville.ca

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Bronte Park Town Manors 416-746-1234

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from $590,000 3H

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Trafalgar Landing 905-844-1605

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Oakvillage oakvillage.ca

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from $410,000 5C

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Oakvillage oakvillage.ca

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from $410,000 5C

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from $410,000 5C

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Millstone On The Park 905-825-3619

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Advice | QUICK TIPS

Four organizing myths that keep your life in disarray

By Hellen Buttigieg

IT’S TIME TO DISPEL some organizing

myths that may be keeping you stuck in your mess: 1. Multi-tasking is always productive False. Although useful in some situations, multi-tasking can cause you to lose your focus and make costly and time-consuming mistakes.

When working on important tasks, multi-tasking is probably not a good idea. Some things require your undivided attention.

Multi-tasking distracts us from being in the present moment, which can drain our energy and leave us feeling exhausted and unfulfilled.

Next time you are participating in an activity, be with that activity rather than thinking about all the things you should be doing instead, or have to do later. Resist the habit of trying to do two things at once.

2. Being messy automatically means you are disorganized. False.

Organizing is not about how it looks, it’s about how it works. Visual, creative types need to have things out where they can see them, because out-of-sight is out-of-mind for them. This may cause their spaces to appear disorganized to others, but they probably know exactly where everything is. The flip side of this though is that visual types lose focus when there is too much to look at, so they need to find products that will allow them to contain their stuff to keep down the visual clutter. For example, a literature sorter allows them to contain their papers while still keeping them within view.

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3. You have to toss everything to get organized. False. I often hear people say to me, “There’s no way I could get organized because I am too sentimental. I don’t want to get rid of everything.” Although you shouldn’t keep things you don’t like or will never use, there’s always a way to either display or store the things that matter. For example, shadow boxes or display cases allow you to protect as

4. If you write it on a to-do list, it will get done. False. I had a client who was so proud of her to-do list.

It was prioritized, colour-coded and categorized, yet she was frustrated and overwhelmed at how many things on the list were not getting done. To get anything done, you have to actually schedule time to do the things on your list. Simply putting a task on a list is not a commitment.

Blocking time on your calendar to do it is.

Hellen Buttigieg is a certified professional organizer, life coach, TV host, owner of We Organize U and author of the bestseller, Organizing Outside The Box. For tips on getting organized, visit weorganizeu.com and sign up for the free newsletter.

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Whitby Meadows

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23 4F

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Country Lane in Whitby Heathwood.com • • •

53 9G

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U.C. Towns 905-571-0222 • from $350,000

29 13F

34 DELPARK HOMES

The Brook

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Harbourside Condominiums 905-493-3823

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Charing Cross 905-571-1011

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from $390,000 14E

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Stonecrest greatgulf.com

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Somerset 905-428-0500

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from $690,000 7G

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The Village of Brooklin West 905-425-0539

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from $400,000 11D

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Town Central 1-877-953-6379

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from $350,000 4J

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Triumph whitbytriumph.ca

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The Forest of Lyndebrook 416-746-1234

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Altona Woods

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Folkstone 1-877-365-9555

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KANTIUM DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION Trafalgar Green 416-746-1234

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Prestonvale Heights 905-432-2800

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The Neighbourhoods of Park Ridge 905-723-2344

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from $339,000 15G

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Mulberry Meadows 905-427-8255

from $500,000 6J

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Whitby by the Lake

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The Gates of Whitby 905-668-9828

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the fields of conlin 905-725-4539

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from $310,000 15G

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Breeze 1-877-773-6888

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Brookstone Estates 905-438-9516

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69

BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL - Grand Central

19

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES - Corporate

46-47

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES - Credit Manor Heights

37

ARISTA HOMES - Boxgrove Village Markham

27

DELPARK HOMES - The Brook

99

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27

DUNPAR HOMES - Heritage Gate

51

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27

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27

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25

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27

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PARADISE HOMES - Impressions

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES - Corporate

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES - Urban Towndominiums at Mount Pleasant 16

MADISON HOMES - Cornell Rouge

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SCHWARZ LAW LLP - Barristers & Solicitors

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MATTAMY HOMES - Cranberry Hill

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MATTAMY HOMES - Heron Park

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SENATOR HOMES - Havelock Corners

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MATTAMY HOMES - Mount Pleasant North

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STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Lotus Pointe Caledon

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MATTAMY HOMES - Wildflowers

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STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Vales of the Humber Estates 49

MENKES - Dwell City Town

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STARLANE HOME CORPORATION - Woodland Trails

49

MENKES - Hometown

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STERLING HOMES - Blue Horizon

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MENKES - Humber Mews

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TORONTO FALL HOME SHOW - OCT. 1 - 4

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TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES - U.C. Towns

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MENKES - Model Home Of The Month

MENKES - The Enclaves of Upper Canada

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