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Mississauga If a picture is worth a thousand words then to witness this property in person in indescribable. Situated on a breathtaking lot overlooking with Lake Ontario with views of the Toronto skyline.

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Mississauga Spectacular custom built executive home with rare 3 car garage (tandem) nestled on a pool size pie-shaped lot in the heart of prestigious Lorne Park!

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Oakville Look no further! Renovated from top to bottom with top quality finishes! Main floor features a brand new kitchen with large island, S/S appliances, heated floors & granite.

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PREPARATION TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes SERVING SIZE: 4 servings with 1 ½ cups Salsa

STEAK SANDWICHES WI T H TOMATO AVO C A D O SALSA

Ingredients

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Directions

Remove steaks from refrigerator and let warm to room temperature. For salsa, quarter tomatoes and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with onion, chili peppers, garlic, cumin and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir and set aside.

• Oil grill and preheat barbecue to medium-high. Season both sides of steak with a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and Worcestershire, if using; rub in. Barbecue until meat gives slight resistance when pressed, about 4 minutes per side for 1" thick steaks if you like them medium-rare.

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Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Meanwhile, butter both sides of bread, using 4 slices for open-face sandwiches or 8 if you want top slices.

Place bread on grill.

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Barbecue until lightly toasted and grill marks form, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

• 2 Strip Loin or Top Sirloin Steaks (about 8 oz. each) • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, preferably a mix of red and yellow • 1/4 cup finely chopped Red Onion • 1/2 tsp Great Value Crushed Chili Peppers • 1 large Garlic Clove, minced

• Cut avocado in half and remove pit. Peel avocado or scoop pulp from skin. Cut in large dice.

• 1/2 tsp Great Value Ground Cumin • Salt and Black Pepper

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Place on tomatoes, then drizzle with lime juice. Stir gently to mix. Taste and add more salt or lime juice, if you like.

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Slice steaks crosswise in the thickness you like for a sandwich. Divide equally among 4 slices of bread. Spoon salsa on top (and top each with another slice of bread, if desired).

• Worcestershire or Hot Pepper Sauce (optional) • 2 tbsp Butter, at room temperature • 4 to 8 thick slices Italian-style White Bread • 1 ripe, firm Avocado • 2 tsp Lime Juice

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ore Canadians are jumping on the trend of enriching their homes and lifestyles by adding outdoor living spaces with beautifully designed and tastefully furnished patio decks.

Creating your ultimate patio deck is a great way to add an “outdoor room� for entertaining and family barbecues during warmer weather.

Real estate and renovation experts agree that adding a well-designed patio deck is a very cost-effective way to increase the value of your home property.

A study by Money Magazine showed that such outdoor additions can have more impact on home value than interior projects.

“Creating the ultimate backyard deck goes beyond simply building the deck itself,” says Holmes. “Think ahead. Don't just focus on materials and size.

Also think about your deck's design; its functionality; seating options and privacy; durability and maintenance; and of course, safety.”

The key to success is keeping the big picture in mind, says Mike Holmes.

Trusted Canadian contractor and TV host.

To maximize deck safety and convenience, Holmes says to start by considering the benefits of a low deck design that requires fewer stairs and therefore fewer worries over slips and falls. >>>

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ood has long been the traditional material of choice for deck building. But options for homeowners are growing amid the introduction of 'high-tech' decks featuring man-made materials that look good, are maintenancefree and eliminate the need for repairs or replacement.

This becomes increasingly important as dangerous deck collapses occur every year across North America.

Holmes recommends these newer high-tech deck systems, including a homegrown Canadian product called SigmaDek (www.sigmadek.com).

“SigmaDek is different. It uses aerospace-grade aluminum and porcelain parts that interlock to create a seamless surface that looks good and really lasts,” says Holmes.

“You don't have to worry about the deck deteriorating, coming apart or collapsing. That means less maintenance, less spending on repairs and you never need to replace it.”

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Another key factor to consider when creating your ultimate deck is the quality of materials and parts used for the installation.

INSTALLATION IS ALWAYS KEY. Unfortunately, I've seen a lot of deck products use plastic clips to make connections,” says Holmes.

“Plastic tends to break, especially in typical Canadian weather extremes.

Solid metal connections are the way to go – they're stronger and more resistant to temperature changes.”

You've chosen materials and an overall design but a big question is always: How big a deck should you build?

“Stay within your budget but durable, maintenance-free, man-made materials that cost more initially can pay off in the long run. Once those decks are up, they're repair and worry free,” says Holmes.

Use these tips to make this the year to finally build your ultimate home patio deck. THN www.newscanada.com

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Main floor master suite plus 2 bedrooms upstairs and in lower level with walkout. 3.5 bathrooms.

MLS® H3154885

Beautifully finished in sought after and rare court location with boulevard. Hardwood floors, crown moulding, granite, stainless steel appliances. Inground, saltwater pool.

4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms.

MLS® H3154138

Unique, custom, contemporary, 1.34 acre estate on prime Lovers Lane.

Incredible quality and design with amazing space. Volumes of glass and natural light in a mature, private setting of rolling lawns and mature evergreens. 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half bathrooms. MLS® H3154267

Stunning design by IDH Build Group.

Elegantly finished. Architecturally designed and controlled. 4,000 sq ft home plus 1,250 sq ft finished lower level. Offers unmatched luxury. 4 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms.

MLS® H3153455

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EXECUTIVE RENTAL MILLCROFT EXECUTIVE • Approx 3,200 sq ft • 5 bedrooms, 5 bath • Finished lower level • Non smoker/ no pets 00

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LIVE MORTGAGE FREE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY ~ NEAR LOCKE, HAMILTON • 2.5 storey • Updated 2 family home • Rare 2 car side driveway

WALKER’S HEIGHTS RENOVATED • 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath open concept • Chef’s kitchen • Finished rec room (2015) • Replaced furnace, C/A & many windows • Steps to park & schools

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ANCASTER CUL-DE-SAC PRESTIGIOUS & NEXT TO GOLF CLUB • Approx 2,700 sq ft plus finished lower level • 4 plus 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths • Pool/ hot tub • Loaded

URBAN FLAIR “CORPORATE” AREA ~IRONSTONE • 2 bedroom, 2 bath and den • Master ensuite • Rare 2 car parking

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10 + ACRES GREENSVILLE • Renovate or build • Backs onto Webster’s Falls • 5,500 sq ft 4 bedroom, 3 bath • Indoor pool • GeoThermal system

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STUNNING RENOVATIONS TYANDAGA COURT • 3 plus 1 bedroom, 3.5 bath backsplit • Approx 2,800 sq ft on 4 levels • Privacy and hot tub

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.5 ACRE FAMILY SIZED ~ WEST BURLINGTON • Renovated 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath bungalow • Approx 3,500 sq ft plus finished rec room • Large 4 car garage • Pool

STUNNING! CUSTOM BUILT ~ NORTH SHORE • 4 plus 2 bedroom, 5 bath • 4,200 sq ft plus rec room • Pool, 2 car garage

INCREDIBLE VIEWS CUL-DE-SAC ~ PRIVACY AND POOL • Views of CN tower & Toronto • Approx 4,000 sq ft • 5 plus 1 bedroom, 4.5 bath • 4 car garage

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TRANSACTIONS TO DATE

IN JOSHUA CREEK & THE PRESERVE*

FREE EVALUATION! PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK - RAVINE LOT

PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK

SOLD FOR

$58,800 OVER LIST PRICE

IN ONLY 5 DAYS! $1,698,000

• Over 4,000 sf plus 1,500 sf prof finished basement with rec room and bedroom • Overlooks park from front of home

BACKS ONTO RAVINE

• Kitchen with granite counters & travertine • Wood floors, crown moulding, chair rails • Prof landscaped w/pergola, hot tub & deck

PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK - RAVINE LOT

$1,298,000

“We interviewed several top area agents, but Steven was the only one with a step by step plan. We sold our home for $100,000 more than the other quotes!” Jun C. PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK

PRESTIGIOUS JOSHUA CREEK

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• On demand street with premium lot • Professionally finished walk-up basement • Approx 6,000 sq ft of luxury living space • Elegant stone and brick exterior • Backs onto lush ravine • Paver stone driveway and huge deck 4 BEDROOM, 2,600 SQ FT

BACKS ONTO RAVINE

• Gleaming hardwood throughout • 4 bedroom home, 2 gas fireplaces • 2-tier deck, patterned concrete

$1,088,000

• Soaring 17’ and 9’ ceilings • Executive 4-bedroom, approx 4,500 sq ft • Professionally finished basement

JOSHUA CREEK AREA

4 BED, APPROX 2,400 SQ FT

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E! $100 PRIC LIST $800,000

EXCLUSIVE

• Upgraded Greenpark-built home • Demand location in prime Oakville • Gleaming hardwood and crown mouldings • Renovated with thousands in upgrades • Prof finished basement with 3-pc bath • Premium 130’ deep ravine lot on quiet st.

EXCLUSIVE PRESERVE

EXCLUSIVE JOSHUA CREEK

OVER

$699,999

• Approx 3,000 sf plus finished basement • 4-bed executive home • Main floor den and large principal rooms

• Upgraded with prof finished basement • Gleaming hardwood. 2nd floor laundry • Renovated kitchen with 8 ft. granite island

JOSHUA CREEK AREA

COMING SOON TO

NEW!

JOSHUA CREEK & THE PRESERVE!

PROPERTIES FOR SALE! $1,500,000

$988,800

• Over 4,600 sf of luxury, 5 bedrooms • Fernbrook built, stucco and stone exterior • 9’ and 10’ ceilings main and 2nd floors • Over 4,000 square feet, open concept • Approximately $300K in tasteful upgrades • Floating stairs with wrought iron pickets

FINISHED BASEMENT

• Backs onto lush green space, park & trails • Spectacular renos top to bottom • Jatoba hardwood, crown, skylight++

TOP 1%

IN CANADA 2014 FOR ROYAL LEPAGE

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A country property boasting 2 homes on 10 + acres. Ideal for 2 families or as an investment.

A stunning, approximately 3400 sq. ft. Port Credit executive townhome just steps to the lake.

Sought after Morrison Valley 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a full unfinished basement.

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