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CANADIAN COMPANY BRINGS FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP TO REAL ESTATE
Vancouver-based Reitium Technologies has developed a technology platform that will allow for fractional real estate ownership via a crowdfunding platform. The idea is to allow non-high worth individuals the ability to participate in real estate investment both from a rental income and capital appreciation point of view. According to Reitium founder, Thomas Park, the new venture “uses technology to facilitate a new way for people to raise capital from retail investors to be able to participate in offerings that have generally only been open to high net worth accredited investors”. On the crowdfunding side of the platform, known as the Crowdfunding Marketplace, retail investors (or the general public) can invest from $100 to $2,500. To date, Reitium’s Crowdfunding Marketplace has been approved by regulators in B.C., Manitoba, and Ontario. A compliance engine on the platform will ensure each investment is compliant with security regulations.
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Downtown Hamilton living at its best. Walk to everything! 1 bdrm 10th floor suite w/balcony, underground parking, 3 lockers, 6 appliances, in-suite laundry. Professionally cleaned & painted. Immediate possession. $509,900.
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RARE OFFERING IN DUNDAS' CROSS-MELVILLE HERITAGE
DISTRICT Gorgeous 3+1 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 'mid-century modern' 2-storey home on a stunning 0.66 acre wooded property just steps to the Dundas Driving Park & a short stroll to downtown Dundas. Many updates including the kitchen, bathrooms, mechanical equipment, & more. Fully finished lower level with walk-out. $2,499,900
EXTENSIVELY UPDATED IN ANCASTER'S MEADOWLANDS
Stunning 3+1 bedroom, 3.5 bath custom multi-level home with high quality finishes throughout. Soaring ceilings, gas fireplaces, primary suite with ensuite privileges & walk-in closet, loft space, updated kitchen cabinetry, formal dining room & sunken great room. Professionally landscaped, double car garage, in-ground pool & more.
METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED BUNGALOW IN CAMBRIDGE'S WESTVIEW NEIGHBOURHOOD 1,063 sq. ft, 3 bedroom, 2 bath with bonus basement walk-out is loaded with charm & offers plenty of potential. On a mature 50 ft x 110 ft lot, featuring a carport, hardwood flooring, coved ceilings, eat-in kitchen, formal dining area, vintage 4 pc bath, & fully finished lower level. $649,900
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2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,500 sq. ft condominium featuring an open concept floor plan, expansive balcony, corner unit with northeast views towards city hall & downtown core, primary bedroom w/ walkin closet & ensuite bath, in-suite laundry facilities, 1 underground parking spot & more. $569,000
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY IN HAMILTON'S BEASLEY NEIGHBOURHOOD This solid updated 4 bdrm, 1 bath, semi-detached brick home is located just steps to amazing shops, services, & restaurants along Hamilton's trendy James Street North. Featuring open concept living/dining room, upgraded lighting fixtures, main level laundry, spacious primary retreat & more. $499,900
Charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, 3-storey townhome. Features include openconcept living/dining/kitchen area, high ceilings in living room with an expansive window overlooking the rear yard, refreshed kitchen & baths, single car garage, & more. Excellent value in a great location with easy access to parks, schools, trails & more. $499,900
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LOCATED IN THE QUAINT VILLAGE of Jerseyville, just a short drive from Ancaster, awaits this stunning Italianate beauty, circa 1880. Built with expert craftsmanship, this early 20th century home boasts almost 3,000 sq ft of living space plus a partially finished basement and unique 3rd floor attic space. Recently restored, this charming property is abundant in heritage from the wide baseboards, arched entryways, wide plank pine floors, impressive original main door, transom windows, and 12’ ceilings, just to name a few. Coupled with the modern kitchen, specifically designed to complement the architecture and elegance of this home, updated baths, and all new windows, this property has been expertly taken into the 21st century.
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WHY ALL THE HYPE ABOUT
BEE-FRIENDLY GARDENS?
WRITTEN BY: JULIE ACHTERMEIER
Bee populations across North America have declined for several years, causing experts to raise the alarm about the future of the world food supply. Whether it's commercial honey bees or bumblebees in the wild, several environmental and weather factors are causing a concerning drop in populations.
What's happening to the bees?
In 2022, beekeepers in Kitchener, Ontario, reported a devastating loss to bee colonies due to a tiny parasite called the varroa mite. Last year's early spring in Ontario meant the mites went through several reproductive cycles, feeding on the bees' blood and protein reserves and spreading viruses throughout the colonies. Warmer winters and earlier spring seasons mean Varroa mites will continue to pose a real threat to commercial beekeepers. The University of Guelph Honey Bee Research Centre is testing natural methods to control the mites without harming the bees, but research is ongoing.
Researchers at the University of Ottawa published a study in 2020 in the journal Science noting that bumblebee populations in North America and Europe have declined 46 and 17 percent, respectively, due to extreme temperature fluctuations. The research found that regions with the most drastic bee declines also experience worse heat waves and substantial variations in climate.
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Why are bees important to our ecosystem?
Colonized honey bees play a crucial role in Ontario's agricultural sector, prompting Ontario's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural A airs to work with beekeepers to maintain the health and viability of honey bees. Research, education and outreach, along with inspection monitoring programs provided by government initiatives, can help address the commercial honey bee sector.
Wild bees, on the other hand, are critical to maintaining natural habitats. Pollination creates plants that create food and shelter for wildlife, produce fuel and biomass, moderate temperature, and deliver oxygen. In Canada, bees are the most common pollinators, but we also rely heavily on butterflies, moths, wasps, flies, beetles, and hummingbirds. As homeowners, there's much we can do around our homes to help protect wild bees, bumblebees, and other pollinating insects and birds.
Create your bee-friendly (pollinator-friendly) garden
We can all help attract bees and other pollinating insects and birds to our gardens by following a few simple steps:
• Plant clumps of Ontario native flowering plants at di erent heights in your existing garden. Native plants are four times more likely to be visited by pollinators.
• Group single species of plants together, so collecting pollen or nectar is more e cient for pollinators.
• If space is limited, plant a window box or container garden of pollinatorfriendly herbs or use plants of varying heights, such as wildflowers, flowering vines, and potted shrubs. Oregano and thyme planted around potted shrubs or trees act as food for pollinators and provide shelter for bees.
• Choose bright-coloured and fragrant flowers that bloom at di erent times from spring to fall, creating many opportunities for pollinators throughout the season.
• Make a bee bath by filling a bowl with large rocks and shallow water.
• Eliminate the use of pesticides, including pollinator-friendly plants treated with systemic pesticides. Ask your local nursery if their plants are pesticidefree.
• Leave mulch-free space around your garden for ground-nesting bees.
• Build a bee hotel by filling a wooden box with dried hollow stems from old flower stalks or bamboo canes. Holes should vary in diameter between 2mm and 10mm. Place your bee hotel in a sunny spot (ideally morning sun) and take it down every autumn. Store it in a cool, dry location for the winter.
With some e ort and research about native plants in our area, we can all help provide a healthier environment for bees and pollinators while enjoying a more colourful and exciting garden.
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JAN JULY FEB AUG MAR SEPT APR OCT MAY NOV JUNE DEC MARCH JUNE SEPT DEC MARCH JUNE SEPT DEC SOURCE: REALTORS’ ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON BURLINGTON ALL RESIDENTIAL COMPARISON APRIL 2021 - MARCH 2023 740 788 797 862 1,003 863 690 720 2021 2022 2023 22
MARKET UPDATE HAMILTON
SOURCE: REALTORS’ ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON BURLINGTON ALL RESIDENTIAL COMPARISON APRIL 2021 - MARCH 2023 AVERAGE SALES PRICE 600 1,000 800 ($1,000) 1,200 1,400 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 JAN JULY FEB AUG MAR SEPT APR OCT MAY NOV JUNE DEC 0 NUMBER OF SALES 100 200 300 400 600 0 NUMBER OF NEW LISTINGS HALTON HAMILTON HOMES MARKET UPDATE BURLINGTON 500 JAN JULY FEB AUG MAR SEPT APR OCT MAY NOV JUNE DEC 450 2021 2022 2023 966 1,138 1,065 1,221 1,306 1,251 858 968 JUNE SEPT DEC MARCH JUNE SEPT DEC MARCH 23
NEW LISTING - GORGEOUS HAMILTON MOUNTAIN HOME Updated 3 bed, 2 bath home. Large, open concept living/kitchen offers white cabinetry, large island, big bow window, separate dining. Large rear deck, recent fencing, & shed.
NEW LISTING - EXCELLENT LOCATION 3 bed, 1.5 bath family home on quiet street. Large living w/ bay window, dining, updated kitchen. Updated windows and siding, front porch, private drive for two cars, minutes to QEW.
NEW LISTING - CHARMING SELKIRK BUNGALOW Short stroll to sandy beach on Lake Erie. Private setting with mature trees, front/back decks + cozy sunroom. Well maintained and move in ready! A beautiful oasis. Attached garage.
NEW LISTING - 1.189 ACRES IN SOUGHT AFTER AREA Excellent opportunity to purchase in Long Beach area of Lake Erie. Property has existing 2 car garage with 200 amp service, gravel drive.
NEW LISTING - GORGEOUS PRIVATE LONG BEACH LAKEFRONT 2020 steel break wall. Large bedrooms, huge living room, fieldstone fireplace with NG insert, separate dining room, 9' ceilings on main, large waterfront deck.
NEW PRICE! FABULOUS LAKEFRONT HOME Amazing water views. Custom kitchen, tile backsplash, porcelain sink, granite counters. South facing DR w/sliding doors to expansive waterside deck. LR w/floor to ceiling windows, gas FP.
NEW PRICE - HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER LAKE ERIE SAND BEACH! 117 ft of 2021 engineered concrete shore wall protects this spectacular point of land overlooking Lake Erie! Older home on the hill offers walk out basement. Home needs repair.
NEW PRICE - WATERFRONT 3 SEASON COTTAGE overlooking Lake Erie + views of Mohawk Island lighthouse. 3 beds + bunkie, eat-in kitchen, large windows offer lake views, huge lot, large deck, plenty of parking!
GORGEOUS RIVERFRONT on lower Grand River. All brick home w/ updated windows, exterior doors, & garage door. Large bright living room w/ cozy natural gas fireplace. 2 car garage & large detached workshop.
WAINFLEET - COUNTRY LIVING! Solid 3 bedroom bungalow. Large living w/ built in shelving, dinette, & kitchen overlooking large yard. Bsmt rec room, workshop & tons of storage. Detached 2 car garage w/concrete floor & hydro.
QUIET COUNTRY ROAD Bright living area, gorgeous remodelled kitchen w/ granite, enclosed sunroom and full finished bsmt, both w/heated floors. Heated AG pool, hot tub, 3 gazebos, parking for RV. Dunnville.
10.9 ACRE HOBBY FARM! Beautiful wooded lot! Bright kitchen, cozy living, separate sitting area. 2 bdrms on 2nd floor. Original trim throughout, built in cabinetry. 2 car garage & chicken coop.
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