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Homes & Condos Magazine

MISSISSAUGA

House & Condo Buying & Selling Guide Published by Akbar Zareh, Broker of Record of Kingsway Real Estate Brokerage

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Contents

07 Critical Questions When Choosing A Real Estate Agent

06-07 FEATURED LISTINGS 08 Sold Listings 10 Search Engine for your Dream Home

11 CONDO HOTLINE 12 PROPERTIES FOR SALE 12 5 Most Important Things To Condsider When Buying A Home

14 3 Tips For Staying In Shape This Winter

DISCLAIMER:

This magazine is published by Akbar Zareh, Broker of Record. It is not intended to solicit buyers and sellers currently under contract with other Real Estate Brokerages.

04 5 Energy Saving Tips 06 Great Holiday Parties Have A Happy Ending

16 Mortgage Advice 18 Using Baking Soda For Cleaning 20 FIXER UPPERS, POWER OF SALES & FORECLOSURES

22 Tips and Tricks To Sell Your Home

23 Professional Directory

Real Estate Market Update

GTA REALTORS® Release Mid­Month Resale Housing Figures October 16, 2013 ‐‐ Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 3,460 sales through the TorontoMLS sys‐ tem during the first 14 days of Octo‐ ber 2013. This result was up by 21 per cent in comparison to 2,849 sales reported during the same pe‐ riod in 2012. October mid‐month sales were also up by 13 per cent compared to the 10‐year average.

“With October mid‐month sales well‐above the 10‐year average, it seems clear that we have more than recovered from the temporary dip in residen al transac ons that resulted from the onset of stricter 2

mortgage lending guidelines,” said Toronto Real Estate Board President Dianne Usher.

“It is also important to note that the supply of ground‐oriented list‐ ings remains constrained, due in part to the addi onal land transfer tax and stricter lending guidelines.

If this were not the case, the num‐ ber of sales could have been greater because more households would have been able find a home to purchase,” con nued Ms. Usher.

The average selling price for Octo‐ ber mid‐month transac ons was

$536,301 – up 7.3 per cent com‐ pared to the first 14 days of Octo‐ ber 2012.

“Price growth has been stronger in the second half of 2013, as sales growth has outstripped growth in lis ngs. There have been more buyers compe ng for available proper es compared to the first half of the year, which has led to in‐ creased upward pressure on aver‐ age selling prices,” said Jason Mercer, the Toronto Real Estate Board’s Senior Manager of Market Analysis.

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5 energy-saving tips to waste not, want not

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ost people carefully watch their me and money, mak‐ ing sure neither is wasted on unnecessary ac vi es or expenses. In an effort to be more green and eco‐ nomical, why not also consider how your home's energy is used and how to prevent it, too, from being wasted? Fol‐ low these energy‐saving ps from Sally Morse, director of crea ve services for window treatment manufacturer Hunter Douglas, to conserve your home's resources and your pocketbook as well:

2. Watch the windows Windows can account for up to 25 percent of u lity bills by leaking heat in the winter and cool air in the summer.

To help prevent this, and for a func‐ onal and fashionable addi on to the home, opt for highly energy‐efficient Due e Architella honeycomb shades, which feature an insula ng 'honey‐ comb‐within‐a‐honeycomb' design that traps air. Certain Due e Architella shades can reduce heat loss through windows by up to 40 percent in winter and solar heat gain through windows by 1. Insulate common energy‐loss areas up to 80 percent in the summer. New Due e Architella Trielle honeycomb The fastest and most cost‐effec ve way to reduce energy dollars is to seal shades provide similar light transmis‐ air leaks. Find these energy vacuums by sion as original shades, but with 20 per‐ cent more energy efficiency. They add holding a lit incense s ck on a breezy day near doors, fixtures and windows. If an addi onal cell within a honeycomb cell, crea ng five separate air pockets the smoke travels toward the areas for insula on. All are manufactured by rather than ver cally, you've found a leak. Once iden fied, simply seal holes Hunter Douglas. by using caulk, spray foam or weather 3. All‐star accessories and appliances strips. Also, be sure to remove air‐con‐ When purchasing items that con‐ di oning units in the fall and winter or sume energy – everything from light use an insulated jacket on the exterior, bulbs to appliances – look for the En‐ as these appliances invite dra s. ergy Star label. This label ensures you 4

are purchasing an item that will help save money and help protect the envi‐ ronment.

4. Clean and green Being clean can go a long way when it comes to your home's energy effi‐ ciency. By simply keeping certain appli‐ ances in the best working condi on, you can save on energy costs. Start by servicing and cleaning your gas or oil furnace at least once a year and change or clear out furnace filters once a month during the hea ng season.

Wipe or replace filters on air condi on‐ ers monthly or as recommended and do the same with warm‐air registers, baseboard heaters and radiators as needed. Also, clean the lint screen in the laundry dryer a er every load to in‐ crease air circula on and help prevent fire hazards.

5. Adjust when away and by me of day If you're not at home, cut down on u lity bills by inves ng in a programma‐ ble thermostat that lets you set temper‐ atures by me of day. And, to adjust continue to p. 19

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Great holiday parties have a happy ending

lot of prepara on goes into a memorable holiday party. It starts slowly with sending out invita ons and dust‐ ing off the decora ons days or weeks ahead of me, then gains speed from grocery shopping all the way through to placing the final sprig of parsley on the canapés. A er all the hustle and bustle, it's temp ng to think the prep is over when the first guest arrives at the door, but seasoned hosts know the doorbell signals that the next round of planning is just beginning.

that means preven ng their guests from drinking and driving.”

Here are a few ps to help hosts with the in‐party planning: • Know that being a host comes with responsibili es to your guests.

• Offer alcohol‐free drinks. Re‐ mind volunteers that a desig‐ nated driver abstains from alcohol. Thank them for helping to keep our roads safe.

• Recognize the signs of intoxica‐ on in your guests such as fast/slow/loud/slurred speech, “Every successful party needs a the physical clumsiness or lack of happy ending,” says Charlie An‐ alertness, redness, red eyes or gelakos, the vice president of cor‐ heavy eyelids. porate affairs at Laba Breweries • Explore the op ons. Assign a of Canada. “Hosts need to play a sober companion to get the guest role to ensure the safety of their home safely. Call a friend or rela‐ guests and communi es, and

ve to pick up the guest, or provide him or her with money for a taxi.

• Give your guests help to prevent drinking and driving. Match guests with a desig‐ nated driver, provide taxi numbers or pub‐ lic transit schedules, or invite them to stay overnight. Ask for their car keys to keep them and others safe. Thank them for not drinking and driving.

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The Condo King Team understands the growing need for more effec ve, efficient and user‐friendly methods to finding a home in Mississauga online. By revolu onizing the way we search for condos, the Condo King Team aims to help people find their dream home faster and easier, whether they want to stay for short term or to se le down permanently Use the search engine to look for a condo using your preferrred price range and property features.

Use the navigation bar to find out more about the team as well as helpful tips on buying and selling properties.

All condos is Mississauga are listed here. Just click on the building of your choice and you can view all available units in that building.

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R E A L E S TAT E

5 Most Important Things To Consider When Buying A Home

By Mark Weisleder

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uying a home for the first me can be one of the most stressful experiences for anyone, whether you are single, a couple or a family. It is likely the largest contract you have ever signed up to this point, with resul ng financial obliga ons that can last for many years. It is also about finding the right place to create las ng memories. Being properly prepared for this process can save you from making a costly mistake.

For buyers, here are the top 5 things ance and taxes. Do not par cipate in to consider when buying your first any bidding war if it means going over home: what you can comfortably afford. If you are ren ng for $1,500 a month 1. What can you afford? and you figure that it will cost $2,000 First make sure to check your credit for your house payment, start saving score as this is what lenders look at. If $500 a month to make sure that you you can raise your score by paying off will be able to afford your home as or cancelling credit cards first, then do well as your other living expenses. If that. Visit with a professional mortgage you need the income from a basement broker to make sure you know what apartment to make your payments, you can comfortably afford, based on make sure it is legal. You should also your income. As a general rule, thirty make a commitment to live in your percent of your gross monthly income home for at least a few years. should pay for your mortgage, insur‐

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2. Narrow your Priori es What is most important to you when buying your first home? Is it the size of the home or the neighbourhood? A condominium that is closer to your work may be preferable to a larger home with a longer commute. How close are you to schools, entertainment, daycare facili es? Do you want to be next to a park or next to a power sta on? You can do much of this research on the internet in advance. Walk the neighbourhoods you are interested in and talk to the people in the area. Go to City Hall to see if there are any planned developments coming to this area.

It could mean more traffic.

3. Conduct a detailed home inspec on The home inspec on is a cri cal part of the process, so do your research. Ask for refer‐ rals about home inspec on companies and

call the buyers that have used them in the past. Now there are addi onal special inspec ons that you can pay for to check for mould, termites, video camera inspec ons of the drainage system and even infrared scanners that can check whether there is sufficient insula on or moisture or per‐ haps even electrical problems that may continued to p. 22

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3 tips for staying in shape this winter

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s the days get shorter and the weather much cooler, many of us are retrea ng indoors for the comfort of the couch— and that relaxa on o en leads to forgoing physical ac vity in favour of piping hot choco‐ late and the TV remote.

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H E A LT H On the other hand, cooler temper‐ atures bring lots of new opportuni‐ es to get ac ve, fall in love with a new workout rou ne, or rekindle the childhood flame for outdoor fun.

To help keep you off the couch, the Canadian Health Food Associa on has these three ps for staying ac‐ ve and bea ng the winter blues:

instead of sending an email or pick‐ ing up the phone.

home and put on an exercise DVD, sign‐up for an online yoga site that will bring the experience of being in class to you or download an exercise app that will keep you moving and mo vated.

3. Take it outside – There are lots of ways you can stay ac ve and have fun outdoors, build a snowman, go for a night skate, hit the hill with your toboggan or make a date with a friend to try a new ac vity like dog sledding or snowshoeing.

2. Make every step count – Using a pedometer is a great way to track how much you are actually moving, where you can set goals and aim to 1. Turn your living room into your take a few more steps each week. In‐ own personal gym – Let's face it, stead of riding the elevator take the ge ng to the gym is tough on the best days, never mind when it's ‐10 stairs, do a couple laps around the and snowing. Instead of braving the mall or get up from your desk and cold, stay in the comfort of your own walk down to your colleague's office

DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY

No ma er what way you decide to spend your winter, make sure you add some ac vity and don't hide in hiberna on. Addi onal ps can be found online at chfa.ca.

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FINANCE

Committing to a mortgage with your honey?

Consider these house hunting essentials

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ouse‐hun ng couples have many important deci‐ sions to make together – from deciding on a new‐ build condo or century‐old bungalow to agreeing on the ideal neighbourhood and the type of mortgage that will work best for them.

According to research from TD Canada Trust, 73% of Canadians bought or expect to buy their first home with their significant other. Since a home is the biggest pur‐ chase most couples will make, Farhaneh Haque, director of mortgage advice at TD Canada Trust, provides her top three ps to ensure couples are on the same page before

hi ng any open houses.

Air out financial closets – Couples should be open and honest about their current financial situa on and finan‐ cial history. If anything could affect the ability to secure a loan together, afford monthly mortgage payments or in‐ terest rate increases, be upfront about it.

Start on the same foot – From a home office to a kitchen made for entertaining, couples should set a budget and discuss the key characteris cs they want in a home, and what they are and are not willing to compro‐ mise on.

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onto a damp sponge or cloth to wipe surfaces clean.

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• To help cut through grease on dishes, pots and pans, add 30 grams of baking soda (along with your regular detergent) to your dishwater. Let it soak for 15 min‐ utes and then clean.

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be behind walls. It will cost more for this, but should result in fewer prob‐ lems a er closing 4. Ask the seller hard ques ons Ask the sellers or their agent if they have had basement flooding prob‐ lems, or mould or roof leaks, even if the leaks have been repaired, or any other adverse neighbourhood condi‐ ons. Ask whether they have made any insurance claims since they owned the home. Watch how they 22

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