London Renters Guide - 27 Apr., 2013

April 27 - May 11, 2013 Volume 21 Issue 09

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market. Perhaps many people simply prefer to wait for nicer weather to make their move..

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Whether you’ve just started looking for a new place or are almost ready to sign on the dotted line, we know you’ll find this publication helpful. Using the information and advertisements, you’ve got the latest in rental accommodations, news and advice at your fingertips.

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t’s always disappointing to hear of scams, but where there’s money involved, there’s sure to be someone who has figured one out. The rental industry, unfortunately, has seen issues with scammers arise.

There are ways to protect yourself from falling victim to these unsavoury and unscrupulous characters. A bit of homework and a few suggestions should keep you and your money from being parted by a scam.

Don’t rent without a visit. Anyone can promise anything, but does the apartment they’re describing exist – or have the pictures just been lifted from another apartment? If you cannot visit yourself, have a trusted family member, friend or colleague go and see the place for you.

Don’t use a money order, wire transfer or cash. Use a cheque or credit card, for the deposit. Create a paper trail back to the person who took your money.

Don’t fall for something too good to be true. Sure, there are some great deals to be had.Sometimes a landlord lists on the low side, but generally, you get what you pay for, and if you pay for a unicorn, you’re just buying something that doesn’t exist.

Do your research. Most property management companies have a business and online presence. They will want an application and do a credit check.

They will have no problem giving you their contact information. You should be leary of any landlord that acts shady, doesn’t want to give you any information, doesn’t have the answers to your questions and doesn’t know the building or neighbourhood very well. Use your instincts, if it doesn’t feel right, dig a little bit deeper or walk away without handing over money. Losing your rental deposit – or worse yet, showing up with all of your belongings on moving day only to find out you’ve got no place to live – can be devastating.

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CapReit - Highland Village - 200 Sandringham cres. & 501 Wilkins St. From $680 Sifton Townhomes

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LoNdoN - SoutheaSt Ayerswood Development - 1199 & 1203 Hamilton Road - Hamilton Road & Gore Road Inquire Bonaventure Meadows - 2228 & 2230 Trafalgar

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Sarnia Drewlo Various Locations

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Homestead Various Locations

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Drewlo - Marina Park Place

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Homestead - Various Locations

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Kitchener Drewlo Holdings - 161 Fallowfield Drive

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Fairview Towers - 3189 King Street East

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Homer Watson & Pioneer - 55 Green Valley

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Homestead Land Holdings - Various Locations

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Margaret Place - 305 - 315 Margaret

$979-$1258

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Rosedale Park Apartments

From $750

Highland Rd & Westmount Rd. W. - Filsinger Park Place

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Thaler & Fairway Rd. N. - 147 & 149 Fairway Rd. N./ 216 Thaler Rd. From $820

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Greenwin - 300 Regina Street North - King St. N. & University Ave. From $1249

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London

Come Home to Norquay WALK DOWNTOWN...

ONE MONTH FREE

699 Talbot Street, London

SPACIOUS 1 & 2 BEDROOM SUITES STARTING FROM $775+

519-434-6774 GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD

BRIARHILLS - 295 & 305 Briarhill Avenue, London N

R

ONE MONTH FREE

Nicest Townhomes in North East London LARGE SPACIOUS 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES SOME WITH CARPORT OR GARAGE

Call Paula & Kameron 519-675-1581

GREAT LOCATION CHERRY TREE MEWS - 310 Westminster Avenue, London R

ONE MONTH FREE

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LARGE SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES

Professionally managed by

norquay property management ltd.

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www.ndev.ca

18671

519-438-5411

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Colonial Court

750-780 Viscount Road

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Large In-Suite Storage Closet • Excellent Laundry Facilities • Close to Bus and Shopping • Ample Free Parking

519.649.4159 Large 2&3 Bedroom $300 suites

Seasonal Pool

Deposit

Concordia 519.657.2866 | 519.473.4046 378 Wonderland Road South • Utilities Included • Laundry Facilities • Ample Free Parking • Walk to Springbank • Great Bus Service • Near Shopping and Schools • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites

Westwood Park

368 Oxford Street W.

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Ample Free Parking • Laundry on Each Floor • Walk to Cherryhill Mall • Great Bus Service • Quiet comfort, Superior location • Ideal for Seniors and Professionals

huge 1&2 Bedroom $300 suites

Deposit

519.641.7323 spacious, affordaBLe suites $300

Deposit

Blackacres on the Park 519.473.4122

117 Blackacres Blvd.

• Great Location Close to Schools and Bus • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Heat included • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping and Malls • Park-like Setting • Conveniently located in Whitehills

West Park Gardens

1131 Royal York Rd.

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Laundry on Each Floor • Good Bus Service • Close to Shopping and Schools • Controlled Entry • Utilities Included • Quiet Neighbourhood Great location • Clean well maintained buildings

Large 2 & 3 Bedroom townhomes Seasonal spacious Pool 1 & 2 Bedroom suites

519.474.9843 1&2 Bedrooms $300 Deposit

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North Park Towers

519.438.0121

852 Kipps Lane

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Ample Free Parking • Laundry on Each Floor • Close to Shopping • Park-Like Setting • Affordable Rates • Shh! It’s quiet over here

Beautiful 1 & 2 Bedroom suites on the scenic $300 Deposit thames

Huron Meadows

519.439.2288

• Great Location Close to Schools and Bus • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping • Park-like Setting • Quality Living at Affordable Prices

large 2&3 Bedroom $300 townDeposit homes

750-844 Huron Street

Oxford Square

HIGHRISE SUITES

GARDEN CoURT APTS

519.951.7169 | 519.453.2985

727-769 Second Street

• Spacious Suites • Laundry Facilities • Ample Free Parking • Great Bus Service • Close to Shopping, Fanshawe College • Comfortable Living at its Best • Ideal for Seniors or Professionals • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites

Fairview Terrace

297 Westminster Avenue

• Walking Distance to L.H.S.C. Westminister Campus • Close to Schools, Shopping and Bus • Excellent Laundry Facilities • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • New Windows • Parklike Setting

Canterbury Court

160-190 Canterbury Court, Sarnia • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities are on us • Parking is Free • Laundry Facilities are Great • Shopping and Schools are Around The Corner • Quality living in affordable style • Join us in our friendly community, relax, take a walk. make our place your home

1&2 Bedroom apartment homes $300

Seasonal Pool

Deposit

519.435.0326 large 1&2 Bedroom $300 suites

Deposit

519.337.7623 spacious renovated $300 1, 2 & 3 Deposit Bedroom apartments

Another Quality Project Managed By

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18808

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London

london’s finest

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Renaissance 71 King Street King St. & Ridout St.

Picton Place

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DOWNTOWN

DOWNTOWN

Premiere Apartment Rentals

22 Picton Street Picton St. & Queens Ave. th ba 1st d/2 uly e 2 bvail J A

The Chantry 300 North Centre Rd.

Ceramic/laminate flooring, kitchens w/granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured parking included, guest suite, lounge/billards room, fitness center w/sauna.

All Utilities Included.

25th floor, 1485 sq ft Penthouse avail June 1st; 2 bed/2 bath, granite counters, hardwood flooring, upgraded appliances, with terrace overlooking city.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, tenant lounge overlooking downtown, exercise room.

Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

TOWNHOME - 2 bed/2 bath, 3 storey loft style heritage townhome avail July 1st.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

284 Wonderland Rd. S.

Westmount Place

5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, conveniently located across from Westmount Mall, parking included, exercise room, sauna Pay Personal Heat/Hydro

800 Wonderland Rd. S. D Y ME NC h IM UPA bAt C 2 OC bED/ 2

Westmount Estates I PENthOUsE AvAIlAblE

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

325 Southdale Rd. W.

Westmount Estates II

call for availability 519

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

335 Southdale Rd. W. Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

433-5756

2 & 2+den suites

645-6031

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

641-3171

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

call for availability

641-3468

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

850-1480

2 & 2+den suites

519

Wonderland Rd. S. & Viscount Rd.

SOUTHWEST

SOUTHWEST

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

Wonderland Rd. & Springbank Dr.

SOUTHWEST

SOUTHWEST

The Riverview

519

519

Richmond St. N. & Fanshawe Park Rd. t AIl 1s Av UNE bAth Y/J D/2 A M bE 2

1 & 1+den suites 2 & 2+den suites

649-0085

1 & 1+den suites 2 & 2+den suites

call for availability 519

680-2686

18812

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Royal Oak Terrace

Adelaide Towers I, II & III

AdelAide & HuroN

AdelAide & erNeSt & FANSHAwe PArk BrAdley

Bradley Court

Fanshawe Village

AdelAide & FANSHAwe PArk 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Utilities included in some buildings Ample parking available Park-like grounds with lots of trees Seasonal pool On site variety store Walk to schools & shopping On bus routes Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths Social room

Utilities included Covered parking available Controlled entry with cameras Squash court Sauna Exercise room Seasonal pool Park-like setting Close to schools, churches & public transit Minutes drive to Masonville shopping Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths

Walking distance to shopping, schools, restaurants and entertainment 5 Minutes to Hwy 401 Direct access to public transit Tennis courts Seasonal pool Utilities included Ample parking available Dishwasher Laundry facilities

Located in a park-like setting in North London Close to Masonville Place On bus route Grocery store less than a 5 minute walk away

Huron St. Oxford St. E.

Southdale Rd E

Ernest

Adelaide St. N.

Windermere Rd.

Bradley Ave Exeter Rd

Fanshawe Park Rd.

Adelaide St N

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Wellington Rd

Spacious 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Adelaide St. N.

Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Huron St

1126 - 1154 Adelaide Street North

1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North

1585/1595 ernest Ave

640, 650 & 660 Fanshawe Park road

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-433-5705

519-438-1188

519-690-2968

519-434-4420

31523

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

Rental Hotline: 519-433-4633

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London

The Brownstone & Manor House Gordonstown Apts Apartments

Parkdale Place Apartments

coMMiSSionerS AdelAide & ricHMond & & wHArncliFFe FAnSHAwe PArk UniverSity

Peter McGregor Tower

kinG & ridoUt

Ridout Towers

ridoUt & GrAnd

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Storey Suites

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Controlled entry with camera Covered parking available Seasonal pool Tennis court On bus route Close to shopping Modern laundry facilities

Utilities included Modern laundry facilities Controlled entry with camera Quiet area On bus route Close to major shopping centres, including Masonville Place

Parquet flooring Heat & water included Ample parking available 5 minute drive to Masonville Place Walk to UWO campus & Kings College Close to Richmond Row

Spectacular views of the Thames River Fabulous downtown location Walk to parks, restaurants & public transit Controlled entry with camera Reserved underground parking available Across from Budweiser Gardens 1 Bedroom units have 2 balconies Modern laundry facilities Utilities included

Controlled entry with camera Ample parking available On bus route Walk to Wortley Village Close to Budweiser Gardens, Harris Park, Covent Garden Market

Windermere Road

Huron St.

Horton St.

King St. York St.

Ridout St

Huron

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Ridout St N

Southdale Rd W

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Richmond St

Gordon Ave

Commissioners Rd W

Adelaide St N

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Wharncliffe Rd S

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms (Utilities Included) 2 Bedroom Townhomes (Plus Utilities)

Grand Ave. Base Line Rd. E.

500 & 527 Gordon Avenue

746 Fanshawe Park road east

1201 richmond St. n.

21 king Street

100 ridout Street South

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-686-5850

519-439-4848

519-439-0941

519-432-1995

519-432-3857

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized 31524

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

Rental Hotline: 519-433-4633

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If you’re looking for “just the right place” we’ve got the right place to start. comIng

Visit our Residential Rental Information Centre in Forest Hills and find everything you need to choose your “right place”. Old Oak’s friendly advisors will help you find the location, floor plans and amenities that are just right for you.

Soon

Pomeroy Place 885 Southdale road West

Sugarcreek TraIl 405 Sugarcreek Trail

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

425 Sugarcreek Trail

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

445 Sugarcreek Trail

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

ProudfooT Place 535 Proudfoot lane

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

565 Proudfoot lane

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

PInerIdge Place 740 Proudfoot lane

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

744 Proudfoot lane

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

foreST hIll 575 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

585 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

595 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

605 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

horIzon drIve 700 horizon drive

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

www.oldoak.ca

Proudfoot Lane

22391

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Enter off Oxford St. W. Follow signs to Residential Rental Information Centre.

N

Wonderland Road

575 Proudfoot Lane London, ON

residential rental Information centre Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 7pm, Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm Phone: 1.888.713.9159

Oxford St. West

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Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views Park Royal Estates

1068 Commissioners Rd. W., Byron

• Across from Springbank Park • Stove/Fridge/Dishwasher/Washer/Dryer • Carpet • Whirlpool/Sauna • Indoor Saltwater pool • Exercise Room • Parking Space Included • Large Balcony off Master Bedroom • Walk-out lower level family room with patio • Individually controlled heat & A/C • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

3 Bdrm

Townhomes

226

213-3291

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

Wonderland Place

710, 720 & 730 Wonderland Rd. N.

• 3 Appliances • Eat-In Kitchen • Walk-In Closets • Large Balconies • Seniors Social Club • Whirlpool, Sauna • Seasonal Pool • Laundry Facilities • Covered Parking Available • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

1& 2 Bdrm Suites 226 213-3292 226 213-3293 226 213-3294

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• 5 GE Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Independent heating/cooling • Exercise Room • Whirlpool, Sauna • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Huge Balconies • Park Location • Underground Parking • Ensuite Bath • Across from Rose Garden • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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www.drewloholdings.com

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or Call our London Rental Agent at 226-213-3298

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London – Northeast

BEST PRICE

Utilities & Parking Included

BIGGEST UNITS FREE RENT*

Call 24/7 before May 15th

*Two months free rent

&

ADELAIDE ST. N KIPPS LANE

740-754 Kipps Lane

1 Bedroom (685 sq. ft.)

$

599

RENTED

2 Bedroom (943 sq. ft.)

$

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RENTED

599

RENTED

756-758 Kipps Lane

1 Bedroom (685 sq. ft.)

$

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Adelaide St.

N.

Windermere Rd.

Kipps Lane Huron St.

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STILL AVAILABLE STILL AVAILABLE

STILL AVAILABLE

STILL AVAILABLE

5 buildings to choose from • Some dishwasher/2 washrooms Phone:

226.270.0548

For further information about our amenities, please visit our website.

WWW.METCAP.COM

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London - Northeast

HURON ST. & HIGHBURY AVE.

TROSSACKS AVE. & FANSHAWE PARK RD.

945 & 955 Huron St.

1549-1566 Trossacks Ave.

ONE MONTH FREE!

ONE MONTH FREE!

Heat, water and hydro included Parking available Onsite laundry facilities Onsite management team Courtyard Security cameras Outdoor pool Online banking

Heat, water and hydro included Townhomes and apartments available Outdoor pool Secured entry Parking available Onsite laundry facilities Close to Fanshawe College Close to 24-Hour fitness centre

1 Bedrooms

720

$

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860

$

from

1 Bedrooms

$

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2 Bedrooms

690

$

from

Utilities Included

785

3 Bedrooms

$

from

999

Utilities Included

Please call to book a showing today!

Please call to book a showing today!

(226)213-3308

(226)213-3309

Creating Communities.

Creating Value.

greenwin.ca Prices & availability subject to change.

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London - Northeast

ASK ABOUT OUR SPRING SPECIALS!

Modern Rental Living!

Included in Rent: • Central Air and Heating, Water, Window Blinds, Outdoor Parking Comforts & Conveniences: • Steps to Adelaide Wells Park & North London Sports Field • Various floorplans to choose from • Bicycle Storage Room • Exercise Room • Study Room / Lounge • Community Room

www.blossomgate.com

McNay

Highbury Avenue

Adelaide Street

Richmond Street

Wellington Road

Dundas Street

Rental office at 625 Kipps Lane Hours: Mon-Thur 11am-7pm Fri-Sun 11am-5pm Windermere Road Kipps Lane

★★

UNIV. OF W. ONT.

Huron Road

FANSHAWE COLL.

Oxford Street

Dundas Street

18802

T h e S y m b o l o f Q ua l i T y

FANSHAWE COLL.

Oxford Street

Highbury Avenue

E-mail us at: blossomgatesite@medallioncorp.com Please visit us at

Huron Road

McNay

Visit us on Facebook: facebook.com/blossomgate

EASTON

UNIV. OF W. ONT.

Adelaide Street

Southeast Corner of Adelaide Street North and Kipps Lane

Kipps Lane

Wellington Road

519-488-6601 621 & 625 Kipps Lane

Windermere Road

Richmond Street

• 24-hour on-site coinless laundry • Bus routes #1, #16, #27 & #32 • Playground & Basketball • On-site Staff & Management Office • Controlled entry with Security Surveillance Systems in Highrise Buildings • Steps to Northbrae Public School & Ross Secondary School

to see suite layouts and find out more details about joining our new community.

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London - Northeast

600 Grenfell Drive

Prime North London Location

• 3 Appliances • Controlled Entry • On-Site Laundry • Parking • Short walk to all conveniences • Close to additional shopping & services at Masonville Mall Rental Office:

519-645-2378 18845

Your complete rental source.

Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Condominium Suites

519-668-7368 www.larlyn.com email:

re n ta l s @ l a r l y n . c o m

London - Northwest

18813

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London - Northwest

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London - Northwest

Fiddlers Green 75, 85 & 95 Fiddlers Green Rd. 519.488.2389

Located in Oakridge Park

ONE MONTH FREE*

SOME BUiLDiNG FEATURES ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ››

Spacious luxury suites with stunning views Dishwasher & private dining room Carpet or laminated floors In-Suite storage Balconies or solariums Quiet neighbourhood Walking distance to transit, shopping, schools, restaurants ›› Beautiful green space in the centre courtyard ›› London Transit at your door ›› Rental office open 7 days a week

Hyde Park Rd.

Oxford St. W.

1 & 2 bedrooms from $750

Fanshawe

724 & 744 Fanshawe Park Rd. East 519.488.2431 SOME BUiLDiNG FEATURES

Fiddlers Green Rd.

LAST MONTH'S RENT IS DEFERRED*

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Bright & sunny suites Ample closet space Large renovated balconies Playground Close to 24 hour grocery store Minutes to Masonville shopping district Beautiful ravine setting backing onto Stoney Creek ›› Walking distance to primary & secondary schools ›› Bus to University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College

Bachelors, 1 & 2 bedrooms from $660

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

Highbury Ave.

Adelaide St.N.

Sunningdale Rd.

Call us for your personal tour today! rentals@capreit.net

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London - Northwest

Capulet Towers I, II, III & IV

The New Art of Fine Living!

MOVE-IN BONUS!

noW oPen! • Ideally located in Northwest London-in Oakridge Crossing (Beaverbrook & Capulet

50 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3284

Near Oxford & Wonderland)

Great Views of City

60 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3283

• Granite Kitchen Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances are available on upper floors (70

New Unit Style Available: 1 Bedroom + Den

70 Capulet Lane • 519-488-2460

London's First Non-Smoking Building: 1 & 2 Bdrms

& 80 Capulet) • 1, 1 Bedroom + Den or 2 Bedroom Suites • 2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms • 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry

80 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3285 Granite Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances Available

graNItE StaINlESS StEEl applIaNcES NOw aVaIlaBlE!

• Individual Air Conditioning & Heating Controls • Oversized Balconies • Exercise Room • Indoor Saltwater Pool, Whirlpool and Sauna • Controlled Entry/Cameras • Covered Parking Available • On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping •

phone, internet and satellite available in unit

MODEl at 80 capUlEt OpEN DaIly 10aM-6pM

call our london rental agent at 226-213-3298

www.drewloholdings.com

April 27 - May 11, 2013

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London - Northwest

Beaverbrook Towers 1420, 1440 & 1460 Beaverbrook Rd. Luxuriously Oversized 1 & 2 Bedroom Sites

Have an active lifestyle?

Come live with us!

• Located in Oakridge Crossing – NW London (Beaverbrook & Capulet Near Oxford & Wonderland)

• • • • • • • • • • • •

2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry Individual Central Air & Heating Controls Oversized Balconies phone, internet and satellite available in unit Exercise Room Indoor saltwater pool, Whirlpool & Sauna Controlled Entry/Cameras Covered Parking Available On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping Barrier free access at entrance Electronic Key FOB entry system

Salt Water Pool Pavilion Cardio MaChineS WeightS SARNIA RD.

N PROUDFOOT LANE

CAPULET LANE

WONDERLAND RD. N.

BEAVERBROOK AVE.

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

CaLL 519-488-2439 or 519-488-6956 or 226-213-3281 Or CaLL Our LOndOn rentaL agent at 226-213-3298

OXFORD ST. W.

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London - Northwest

Massive Units in a Great Location with River and Park-Like Views Windermere Place 655 & 665 Windermere Rd.

1 2

• 3 or 5 Appliances & Bdrm Suites • Eat-in Kitchen • Exercise Room and Penthouses • Sauna, Whirlpool • Indoor Saltwater Pool 226-213-3289 • Controlled Underground 226-213-3288 Parking • Lobby/Parking Cameras • Minutes to Shopping, Banks, Theatres & Restaurants at Masonville • Minutes to University Hospital & University of Western Ontario • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Enjoy a wonderful park-like setting along the Thames River

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

Windermere Rd.

1 2 3

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

Windermere Rd. 655, 665 & 675 Windermere Rd. Huron St.

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• 5 Appliances & & Bdrm Suites Ensuite Laundry • Individual Central Air & or Bdrm with Den Heating Controls • 2 Baths in 2 or 3 226-213-3290 Bedroom Models • Controlled Entry/Cameras • Oversized Balconies • Sauna, Whirlpool • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Indoor Parking, Bicycle Storage • On Bus Route, Close to Shopping • Exercise Room • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Adelaide St. N.

675 Windermere Rd.

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655, 665 & 675 Windermere Rd.

Along the Upper Banks of the Thames River

www.drewloholdings.com or Call our London Rental Agent at 226-213-3298

Family Built, Owned & Managed April 27 - May 11, 2013

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31511

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London - Southeast

2228 OR 2230 33219

t e e r t S r a g l a f a r T (near Hwy 100 in London)

1, 2 & 3

RENOVATED SUITES

bedroom suites

690

$

From

+ utilities

WASHER & DRYER IN SUITE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE • Dishwasher, fridge & stove • Contemporary decor • Convenience to 401 • Parking • Hardwood floors • 24 hour Surveillance • Outdoor pool

Bonaventure Meadows

For more information call:

519-659-6629

email:

bonaventuremeadows@rogers.com

London - Southeast

Riverwest

Comfortable Townhomes 1199/1203 Hamilton Rd. E.

For Rental Information Call

519-808-1773 Trafalgar St.

• Finished Rec Room

• 1.5 Bathrooms

• Central Air

• Some backing onto

• 5 Appliances

• Gas Fireplace

golf Course

Ayerswood Development Corporation 30

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Ham

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Clarke Rd.

• Single Car Garage

e. N. Highbury Av

• 3 Bedroom

Gore Rd.

27144

April 27 - May 11, 2013

London – Southwest

apartment living at its finest Highview Glen

80 & 90 Highview Ave. e.

Wharncliffe & Commissioners

1 & 2 Bedrooms from $

803

Utilities Included Call

laundry facilities air conditioner on-site staff controlled entry balconies

One Month Free

Commissioners Rd E

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• fully equipped fitness centre & sauna • individual climate control • ensuite storage • 3 appliances

Base Line Rd E

Wharncli

Country Living – 5 Minutes from Downtown & LHSC!

ffe Rd

519.851.1537

Highview Ave E

Highland RIDGe 9 Commissioners Rd. e.

Wharncliffe & Commissioners

1 & 2 Bedrooms from $

868

Utilities Included

Call Nicki & Randy

519.668.0902

spectacular city views

18822

Professionally managed by

norquay Property Management ltd.

April 27 - May 11, 2013

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London - Southwest

625-685 Wonderland Road South - Village Green

1590 Ernest Ave. at Bradley Ave. - White Oaks "Oak Pointe Estates" Think about the $ you’ll save Includes Heat & Water

Includes Heat, Water & Hydro

Last Month's Rent FREE

1 & 2 Bedroom Condominium Suites • 3 Appliances

• Conveniently Located within Walking Distance to Westmount Mall

• Controlled Entry • Ample Parking

Featuring 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Condominium Suites • Fridge & Stove

• Common Area Upgrades

• Dishwasher

• Walk to White Oaks Mall, Schools, Aquatic Centre

• Light Fixtures

• Minutes from Hwy 401 & Hwy 402

• Vinyl Flooring • Carpet

Rental Office:

519-630-5079

Rental Office:

519-668-7368

519-668-7368 www.larlyn.com

email:

re n ta l s @ l a r l y n . c o m

18846

London - Southwest

SIFTON TOWNHOMES We Simplify Your Lifestyle SPACIOUS 2, 3 & 4 BEDROOM TOWN HOMES FROM

905

$

GAS HEAT & WATER INCLUDED

PARK-LIKE SETTING WITH EXPANSIVE, MANICURED LAWNS, SHADE TREES AND GARDENS WITH PLAYGROUNDS SPACIOUS SUITES INCLUDE:

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED WITHIN MINUTES TO:

• Selected Sunken Living Rooms

• Shopping, Schools, Parks & Churches

• Fireplaces • Hardwood Floors

• Professional Services

• Patios • In-suite Storage

• Public Transit

500 Berkshire Drive

519-471-4590

Experience. The Difference.

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Email:

rent@sifton.com • www.sifton.com

Call or visit the Rental Office as shown on map

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COMMISSIONERS RD. WESTMOUNT MALL

McMASTER DR.

DR. RENTAL OFFICE

TEEPLE TERRACE

18665

Sifton’s Rental Office:

SPRINGBANK

BERK SHIRE DR IVE

• Easy access to Springbank Park, The Thames River, City of London Cycle & Walking Paths

• FREE membership to Berkshire Club with indoor pool, weight room, outdoor pool & sauna

WONDERLAND RD.

• FREE parking, some private garage

BERKSHIRE VILLAGE

WESTMOUNT VILLAGE SOUTHDALE RD.

April 27 - May 11, 2013

ASK ABOUT OUR SPRING SPECIALS!

Modern Rental Living!

Included in Rent: • Central Air and Heating, Water, Window Blinds, Outdoor Parking Comforts & Conveniences: • Steps to Adelaide Wells Park & North London Sports Field • Various floorplans to choose from • Bicycle Storage Room • Exercise Room • Study Room / Lounge • Community Room

T H E S Y M B O L O F Q UA L I T Y

McNay

FANSHAWE COLL.

Oxford Street

Dundas Street

Highbury Avenue

Adelaide Street

Huron Road

Wellington Road

Richmond Street

UNIV. OF W. ONT.

Rental office at 625 Kipps Lane Hours: Mon-Thur 11am-7pm Fri-Sun 11am-5pm Windermere Road Kipps Lane

Huron Road

McNay

★★

UNIV. OF W. ONT.

FANSHAWE COLL.

Oxford Street

Dundas Street

Highbury Avenue

www.blossomgate.com

EASTON

Adelaide Street

Southeast Corner of Adelaide Street North and Kipps Lane Visit us on Facebook: facebook.com/blossomgate E-mail us at: blossomgatesite@medallioncorp.com Please visit us at

Kipps Lane

Wellington Road

519-488-6601 621 & 625 Kipps Lane

Windermere Road

Richmond Street

• 24-hour on-site coinless laundry • Bus routes #1, #16, #27 & #32 • Playground & Basketball • On-site Staff & Management Office • Controlled entry with Security Surveillance Systems in Highrise Buildings • Steps to Northbrae Public School & Ross Secondary School

to see suite layouts and find out more details about joining our new community.

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BASELINE RD. WEST & BEACHWOOD AVE.

RICHMOND ST. & OXFORD ST.

297-301 Baseline Rd. West

675 Richmond St. 6 MONTHS FREE PARKING (1 SPOT PER UNIT) OR WE PAY THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH MOVING (Conditional upon move-in before August 1, 2013)

TWO MONTHS FREE! Interac and pre-authorized payment options Emergency maintenance Heat, water and hydro included Outdoor salt-water pool Onsite management team Balconies Close to public transit

Bachelors

1 Bedrooms

625

$

from

$

from

690

2 Bedrooms

875

$

from

Utilities Included Please call to book a showing today!

(226)213-3297

Newly renovated interiors Stainless-steel appliances Air conditioning Dishwasher Ensuite laundry Hardwood and ceramic flooring Interac and pre-authorized payment options Jr. 2 Bedrooms

1450

$

from

Jr. 3 Bedrooms

1990

$

from

Close to public transit Secured entry Emergency maintenance Fitness centre Pet friendly Garage Security cameras Ground-floor retail locations 2 Bedrooms

1750

$

from

3 Bedrooms

2100

$

from

Please call to book a showing today!

(226)213-3307

Creating Communities.

Creating Value.

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Prices & availability subject to change.

LONDON’S FINEST

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Renaissance 71 King Street King St. & Ridout St.

Picton Place

NORTH

DOWNTOWN

DOWNTOWN

Premiere Apartment Rentals

22 Picton Street Picton St. & Queens Ave. th ba st /2 1 ed July b 2 vail A

The Chantry 300 North Centre Rd.

Ceramic/laminate flooring, kitchens w/granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured parking included, guest suite, lounge/billards room, fitness center w/sauna. All Utilities Included.

25th floor, 1485 sq ft Penthouse avail June 1st; 2 bed/2 bath, granite counters, hardwood flooring, upgraded appliances, with terrace overlooking city.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, tenant lounge overlooking downtown, exercise room.

Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

TOWNHOME - 2 bed/2 bath, 3 storey loft style heritage townhome avail July 1st.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

1 & 1+den suites 2 & 2+den suites 519

2 & 2+den suites

call for availability 519

284 Wonderland Rd. S.

SOUTHWEST SOUTHWEST

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

Wonderland Rd. & Springbank Dr.

Westmount Place

SOUTHWEST

SOUTHWEST

The Riverview

5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, conveniently located across from Westmount Mall, parking included, exercise room, sauna Pay Personal Heat/Hydro

800 Wonderland Rd. S.

519

D Y ME NC H IM UPA BAT C 2 OC BED/ 2

Westmount Estates I PENTHOUSE AVAILABLE

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

325 Southdale Rd. W.

Westmount Estates II

519

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

335 Southdale Rd. W. Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

641-3171

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

call for availability

641-3468

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

645-6031

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

Wonderland Rd. S. & Viscount Rd.

433-5756

2 & 2+den suites

Richmond St. N. & Fanshawe Park Rd. T AIL 1S AV UNE BATH J Y/ /2 MA BED 2

850-1480

649-0085

1 & 1+den suites 2 & 2+den suites

call for availability 519

680-2686

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Capulet Towers I, II, III & IV

The New Art of Fine Living!

MOVE-IN BONUS!

NOW OPEN! • Ideally located in Northwest London-in Oakridge Crossing (Beaverbrook & Capulet

50 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3284

Near Oxford & Wonderland)

Great Views of City

60 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3283

• Granite Kitchen Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances are available on upper floors (70

New Unit Style Available: 1 Bedroom + Den

70 Capulet Lane • 519-488-2460

London's First Non-Smoking Building: 1 & 2 Bdrms

& 80 Capulet) • 1, 1 Bedroom + Den or 2 Bedroom Suites • 2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms • 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry

80 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3285 Granite Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances Available

GRANITE STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES NOW AVAILABLE!

• Individual Air Conditioning & Heating Controls • Oversized Balconies • Exercise Room • Indoor Saltwater Pool, Whirlpool and Sauna • Controlled Entry/Cameras • Covered Parking Available • On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping •

phone, internet and satellite available in unit

MODEL AT 80 CAPULET OPEN DAILY 10AM-6PM

CALL OUR LONDON RENTAL AGENT AT 226-213-3298

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LIVE IT UP DOWNTOWN! CITY PLACE - Towers I & II 519.488.6889 310 Dundas Street 405 Waterloo Street 519.488.6838

ASK ABOUT OUR MOVE-IN BONUS

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • NEWER LARGE LUXURY SUITES • PRIVATE BALCONIES • FANTASTIC VIEWS • AAA LOCATION • ALL THE AMENITIES OF A CONDO • 5 Appliances Including Ensuite Laundry • Sauna, Whirlpool & Exercise Room • Indoor Saltwater Pool

OPEN HOUSE DAILY

• Individual A/C & Heating Controls • 2 Baths in 2 Bdrm Models • Controlled Entry/Cameras • Oversized Balconies • Indoor Parking, Bicycle Storage • On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

www.drewloholdings.com or Call our London Rental Agent at 226-213-3298

Family Built, Owned & Managed

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Beaverbrook Towers 1420, 1440 & 1460 Beaverbrook Rd. Luxuriously Oversized 1 & 2 Bedroom Sites

Have an active lifestyle?

Come live with us!

• Located in Oakridge Crossing – NW London (Beaverbrook & Capulet Near Oxford & Wonderland)

• • • • • • • • • • • •

2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry Individual Central Air & Heating Controls Oversized Balconies phone, internet and satellite available in unit Exercise Room Indoor Saltwater Pool, Whirlpool & Sauna Controlled Entry/Cameras Covered Parking Available On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping Barrier free access at entrance Electronic Key FOB entry system

SALT WATER POOL PAVILION CARDIO MACHINES WEIGHTS SARNIA RD.

N PROUDFOOT LANE

CAPULET LANE

WONDERLAND RD. N.

BEAVERBROOK AVE.

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

CALL 519-488-2439 or 519-488-6956 or 226-213-3281 OR CALL OUR LONDON RENTAL AGENT AT 226-213-3298

OXFORD ST. W.

www.drewloholdings.com Family Built, Owned & Managed 6i

Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views Park Royal Estates

1068 Commissioners Rd. W., Byron

• Across from Springbank Park • Stove/Fridge/Dishwasher/Washer/Dryer • Carpet • Whirlpool/Sauna • Indoor Saltwater pool • Exercise Room • Parking Space Included • Large Balcony off Master Bedroom • Walk-out lower level family room with patio • Individually controlled heat & A/C • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

3 Bdrm

Townhomes 226

213-3291

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

Wonderland Place

710, 720 & 730 Wonderland Rd. N.

• 3 Appliances • Eat-In Kitchen • Walk-In Closets • Large Balconies • Seniors Social Club • Whirlpool, Sauna • Seasonal Pool • Laundry Facilities • Covered Parking Available • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

1& 2 Bdrm Suites 226 213-3292 226 213-3293 226 213-3294

Bdrm Suites 226

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• 5 GE Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Independent heating/cooling • Exercise Room • Whirlpool, Sauna • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Huge Balconies • Park Location • Underground Parking • Ensuite Bath • Across from Rose Garden • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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W. s Rd. ioner 620-630 Commiss

Across From Rose Garden

www.drewloholdings.com or Call our London Rental Agent at 226-213-3298

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Royal Oak Terrace

Adelaide Towers I, II & III

ADELAIDE & HURON

ADELAIDE & ERNEST & FANSHAWE PARK BRADLEY

Bradley Court

Fanshawe Village

ADELAIDE & FANSHAWE PARK 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Utilities included in some buildings Ample parking available Park-like grounds with lots of trees Seasonal pool On site variety store Walk to schools & shopping On bus routes Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths Social room

Utilities included Covered parking available Controlled entry with cameras Squash court Sauna Exercise room Seasonal pool Park-like setting Close to schools, churches & public transit Minutes drive to Masonville shopping Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths

Walking distance to shopping, schools, restaurants and entertainment 5 Minutes to Hwy 401 Direct access to public transit Tennis courts Seasonal pool Utilities included Ample parking available Dishwasher Laundry facilities

Located in a park-like setting in North London Close to Masonville Place On bus route Grocery store less than a 5 minute walk away

Huron St. Oxford St. E.

Southdale Rd E

Ernest

Adelaide St. N.

Windermere Rd.

Bradley Ave Exeter Rd

Fanshawe Park Rd.

Adelaide St N

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Wellington Rd

Spacious 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Adelaide St. N.

Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Huron St

1126 - 1154 Adelaide Street North

1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North

1585/1595 Ernest Ave

640, 650 & 660 Fanshawe Park Road

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-433-5705

519-438-1188

519-690-2968

519-434-4420

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

Rental Hotline: 519-433-4633 8i

Be on the lookout for our new signs!

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

The Brownstone & Manor House Gordonstown Apts Apartments

Parkdale Place Apartments

COMMISSIONERS ADELAIDE & RICHMOND & & WHARNCLIFFE FANSHAWE PARK UNIVERSITY

Peter McGregor Tower

KING & RIDOUT

Ridout Towers

RIDOUT & GRAND

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Storey Suites

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Controlled entry with camera Covered parking available Seasonal pool Tennis court On bus route Close to shopping Modern laundry facilities

Utilities included Modern laundry facilities Controlled entry with camera Quiet area On bus route Close to major shopping centres, including Masonville Place

Parquet flooring Heat & water included Ample parking available 5 minute drive to Masonville Place Walk to UWO campus & Kings College Close to Richmond Row

Spectacular views of the Thames River Fabulous downtown location Walk to parks, restaurants & public transit Controlled entry with camera Reserved underground parking available Across from Budweiser Gardens 1 Bedroom units have 2 balconies Modern laundry facilities Utilities included

Controlled entry with camera Ample parking available On bus route Walk to Wortley Village Close to Budweiser Gardens, Harris Park, Covent Garden Market

Windermere Road

Huron St.

Horton St.

King St. York St.

Ridout St

Huron

.

Dundas St.

Ridout St N

Southdale Rd W

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Richmond St

Gordon Ave

Commissioners Rd W

Adelaide St N

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Wharncliffe Rd S

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms (Utilities Included) 2 Bedroom Townhomes (Plus Utilities)

Grand Ave. Base Line Rd. E.

500 & 527 Gordon Avenue

746 Fanshawe Park Road East

1201 Richmond St. N.

21 King Street

100 Ridout Street South

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-686-5850

519-439-4848

519-439-0941

519-432-1995

519-432-3857

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

Rental Hotline: 519-433-4633

Be on the lookout for our new signs!

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Rent today and it’s on us!

UWO

BOOKSTORE

LAUNDRY CARD

GIFT CARD

FREE PARKING

*$50 pre-loaded laundry card every month for an entire year

$500 Gift Card

One year for up to two vehicles

Conveniently located at Western University’s gates and minutes from shopping, entertainment and all that downtown London has to offer.

• Hardwood floors • Spacious bedrooms and kitchens • Balconies • On-site convenience store • Off leash dog park on site • Outdoor Pool

1231 Richmond St. 1 (888) 819-8437 1265 Richmond St. 1 (866) 381-5752 www.timbercreekrentals.ca 10i

Bachelors from Two bedrooms from

760 999

$ $

rs nt e n me w O ge w na e N Ma d an $300 TENANT REFERRAL & ONE MONTH FREE!*

Bright & Spacious Suites in Highland Village Four impressive high-rise buildings offering you more than enough living space for your needs.

Some of our units have 12 foot ceilings, and some come equipped with dishwashers, and great views of London.

Great access to public transportation and Highway 401.

Close to Montana’s, Shoppers Drug Mart, East Side Marios, Tim Hortons, White Oaks Mall and Victoria Hospital.

Bachelor, 1, 2, 2+Den & 3 Bedrooms from $680

501 Wilkins Street: 226-270-0083 200 Sandringham Cres: 226-270-0084

Wilkins St.

Wellington Rd.

Visit our rental offices or call to make an appointment to see your new home!

Upper Queen St.

Commissioners Rd.

Sandringham Cres.

Southdale Rd.

rentals@capreit.net

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Fiddlers Green 75, 85 & 95 Fiddlers Green Rd. 519.488.2389

Located in Oakridge Park

ONE MONTH FREE*

SOME BUILDING FEATURES ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ››

1 & 2 bedrooms from $750

Oxford St. W. Hyde Park Rd.

Spacious luxury suites with stunning views Dishwasher & private dining room Carpet or laminated floors In-Suite storage Balconies or solariums Quiet neighbourhood Walking distance to transit, shopping, schools, restaurants ›› Beautiful green space in the centre courtyard ›› London Transit at your door ›› Rental office open 7 days a week

Fiddlers Green Rd.

Fanshawe

LAST MONTH'S 724 & 744 Fanshawe Park Rd. East RENT IS 519.488.2431 DEFERRED* SOME BUILDING FEATURES ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ››

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

Call us for your personal tour today! rentals@capreit.net

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Highbury Ave.

Bachelors, 1 & 2 bedrooms from $660

Sunningdale Rd. Adelaide St.N.

Bright & sunny suites Ample closet space Large renovated balconies Playground Close to 24 hour grocery store Minutes to Masonville shopping district Beautiful ravine setting backing onto Stoney Creek ›› Walking distance to primary & secondary schools ›› Bus to University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College

Riverwest

Comfortable Townhomes 1199/1203 Hamilton Rd. E.

519-808-1773

Boutique Style Apartment Homes 544 Talbot Street

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Townhomes have 1.5 baths and laundry Seasonal pool Tennis court Party room Modern laundry equipment Storage available Controlled access Ample parking available

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Westwood Park 368 Oxford Street W.

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• Great Location Close to Schools and Bus • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Heat included • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping and Malls • Park-like Setting • Conveniently located in Whitehills

West Park Gardens 1131 Royal York Rd.

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Laundry on Each Floor • Good Bus Service • Close to Shopping and Schools • Controlled Entry • Utilities Included • Quiet Neighbourhood Great location • Clean well maintained buildings

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• Walking Distance to L.H.S.C. Westminister Campus • Close to Schools, Shopping and Bus • Excellent Laundry Facilities • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • New Windows • Parklike Setting

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quicktips

Decorating

your rental space Here are some tips for renters from rental guru Jodi Gilmour

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When decorating small spaces, you don’t necessarily have to go with pint-sized furniture. Just pare down the number of pieces.

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Make sure there’s balance and create interest by drawing the eye to varying levels throughout the space. Multi-purpose pieces go a long way.

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One of the quickest ways to change the look of a rental, aside from paint, is to change the lighting. Invest in new light fixtures and take them with you when you leave.

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When decorating on a budget, try to look at old items in a new way. A desk can become a buffet table, and who knows ,maybe an old door would make a great headboard!

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Never underestimate the power of a coat of paint! Paint a tree stump in a bold hue to create a cool side table or stool.

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Walk through a second-hand store with a mind to breathe new life into an old piece of furniture; try using two tones of your favourite colour.

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To create a gallery wall you have to start with a commitment; your frames should either match, but vary in size or they can be mismatched but uniform in size.

Oh, and make a choice; black and white or colour for the entire collection.

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Collections are a starting point for your accent pieces and carry themes on in other ways. If you collect bird figurines, find a ‘birdie’ pillow to complete the look.

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We improved a kitchen for a budding chef by capping inexpensive bookshelves with a slab of granite we found in the sale section at one of our suppliers.

Instant island!

Widely recognized for her professionalism, resources, and winning charm, Jodi Gilmour helped many into new rentals when she hosted HGTV’s hit series For Rent. She was also a featured contributor on Marriage Under TheRentersGuide.ca Construction. Her experience managing one of Canada’s largest and most successful RE/MAX franchises sets her apart from the competition. Jodi’s says she’s committed to improving their quality of life.

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London - Central

luxury living Downtown

• Indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna & exercise room • 5 appliances with ensuite washer/dryer • Individual heating & air conditioning • Underground parking • On-site management

furnished suites Available!

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London - Central

Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views

Ridout Place

536 Ridout Street

• Across from Harris Park • 2 Bedroom with 2 Baths • 5 GE Appliances • Ensuite Laundry • Ensuite Storage • Individual Storage • Exercise/Common Room • Walk to Budweiser Gardens or Market • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Kingswell Towers 433 King Street

• 5 Appliances • Ensuite Laundry & Storage • Lobby/Parking Cameras • Individual Heat & Air • Sauna, Whirlpool • Exercise Room • Underground Parking • Walk to Galleria • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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frporeport

Think protection when renting

by Ted WhiTehead

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t the Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO), we find that people often do not understand the importance of purchasing tenant insurance when they move into an apartment.

According to Statistics Canada, fewer than half of all tenants have this type of protection – and protection, it is.

As a renter, you are responsible for what happens in your unit. Household insurance should include a liability clause that will cover you should someone get injured in your apartment and sue. You may also be unaware that if you cause damage to other units in the building through your own carelessness, like water damage, for example, you could be liable for the repairs.

Renters who have not done their “homework” sometimes assume that the landlord’s insurance will cover them, when in fact, it does not. The property insurance which landlords purchase covers the building and their own personal liability. This means that your personal belongings are not protected unless you purchase tenant insurance that covers your stuff.

Let’s say the apartment building burns down. The landlord’s insurance would cover repairs to the structure, but you would have to purchase replacements for all of your personal furniture and other possessions. If that sounds like it’s not a big deal – think again.

People are usually astounded at the value of what they own. The best way to appreciate this fact is to take one room and list the items in it. Then write down what it would cost to replace each one and add it up. Clothing, shoes and coats can cost thousands.

And, most people today own computers, entertainment equipment and other items that would be difficult to afford all at once if they were ruined by fire or water. Discuss TheRentersGuide.ca the policy possibilities with your insurance agent. You can purchase a policy that covers what your possessions are worth in their used state, or you can buy a policy that covers replacement costs.

Another reason to consider insuring your contents is that sometimes your items are

TheRentersGuide.ca covered outside of your apartment. If your laptop is stolen on a trip, as it is part of

your property, it may be covered under your policy. It’s always worth checking with your agent or broker.

Additionally, if you are a student renting housing while in university, have your parents check as to whether you might be covered under their home insurance policy.

If you choose an apartment building that has successfully completed the Certified Rental Building Program (CRBP), be sure to ask the building manager or property manager for advice about insurance.

The CRBP was created by FRPO to help ensure a high quality of life for tenants in certified buildings. Part of that commitment is to provide information to potential tenants that helps them to make their rental decision with confidence. It’s all about peace of mind.

For information on a variety of topics regarding renting an apartment in Ontario, visit www.frpo.org and www.crbprogram.org.

Ted Whitehead is Director of Certification, Certified Rental Building Program, TheRentersGuide.ca Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO).

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London – Central

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Sarnia

Pick Your View: Park, Bay or Lake Gorgeous Views of Lake Huron, Sarnia Yacht Club & Canatara Park

Marina Park Place Spacious, Bright & Sunny!

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Woodstock

These Oversized Units with Amazing Amenities Overlook Pittock Lake & Conservation Area!

Lakeside Estates IV 900 Chieftain St., Woodstock

• 5 Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Sauna/Whirlpool • Exercise Room • Underground Parking • Secured Entry

• Seniors Club • Lobby/Parking Cameras • Individually Controlled Heat & A/C • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

• 5 Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Indoor Swimming Pool & Whirlpool • Exercise Room & Sauna • Eat-in Kitchen • Additional Storage Lockers

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Your Credit rating and its impaCt

on Your Application to Rent

By Jane Herman

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ost people do not realize how important it is to have good credit. Potential landlords and other creditors are always interested in how you manage and pay your credit obligations in a timely manner. In addition, having a good credit rating TheRentersGuide.ca has significant implications on whether you’ll be able to buy a car or get a mortgage in the future. For renters, though, the question is, how will having good credit impact on yourTheRentersGuide.ca qualifications as a tenant?

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“Many industries, such as apartment rental companies, may view a copy of your credit report in the tenant application process,” says Clifton O’Neal, Director of Corporate Communications for TransUnion, one of several credit bureaus in Canada.

Your credit report is simply a file that is available to you and your potential landlord for a small fee from a company like Rent Check (www.rentcheckcorp.com) Equifax Canada (www. equfax.ca) or TransUnion (www.transunion.ca). Your “credit score” is based on all the information that is in the file, such as credit card payments (i.e., missed or late); whether you are carrying a large balance or paying it down; car loans and other bank loans; phone and cell phone payments. How long your payments are overdue can significantly impact on your credit rating: for example, a few days might be insignificant, while 90 days might be rather detrimental.

“It’s important to get hold of your credit report at least once a year and to scrutinize it carefully,” says Richard Lewis, CFO of Rent Check. “You may be unknowingly rejected from renting or obtaining a loan for something you know nothing about, or because of information that is outdated or inaccurate. If there are extenuating circumstances, you can always provide a written explanation.

For example, perhaps you were in a business that went bankrupt, or missed some credit card or car payments because you were laid off from work for a period, due to illness or a disability, or other extenuating circumstances. You might be a recent immigrant who is paying for everything out of your life’s savings until they find a job in Canada, or someone who is earning cash in the form of tips, etc. and might not want a “paper trail” of their spending history. (There is no benefit to paying your bills in cash. If you are earning money, it’s a good idea to open a bank account, get your own telephone and credit card and make regular payments to establish a good credit rating as soon as you can). Perhaps you are a woman, formerly married, and have no credit history as everything was in your husband’s name or because he had financial difficulties or setbacks.

On the other hand, if you keep applying for credit, by shopping around from credit card company to credit card company, and have too many credit checks done at the same time, and get declined it can make it appear that you are a bad risk and actually worsen your credit score. This could potentially happen if you had bad credit and then went to apply for an apartment, got turned down, and kept applying with different landlords.

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prospective tenant. But your landlord must have your written permission to do so, which you provide when you complete and sign an Application to Rent. In Ontario no landlord has the legal authority to request that a tenant provide more than a month’s rent as a so-called “Security Deposit” either against possible damages to the apartment or because the applicant is perceived as a credit risk. (Landlords may only ask for the last month’s rent).

If you have rented previously, you may also have a “tenancy report,” which provides information on the timeliness of your monthly rental payments, whether or not you’ve had evictions and other collections. Consistently paying your rent on time can be the most important determining factor in whether a landlord will accept your application.“Often individuals with “low” credit scores can have “high” rent scores,” says John Dobrowolski, President of Rent Check. Because rent is not necessarily a discretionary item,“Many people who are carrying too much debt are careful to pay their rent on time,” notes Dobrowolski.

While a landlord has the legal right to decline an application if there is a bad credit history, there is no universal rule within the industry. Decisions are made on an individual basis, and vary from landlord to landlord. Some landlords will try to find a workable solution, like asking for a guarantor.

Here are some ways you can improve your credit report and score before begin searching for that apartment, enabling you to be viewed in the best possible light: • Pay all of your bills/credit obligations on time each and every month – even if it is only the minimum.

• Keep your balances low, relative to your overall credit limit.

A good rule of thumb is below 30 percent.

• Apply for new credit in moderation • Maintain a healthy mix of credit in your credit file • Think twice before closing old credit accounts in which you have a positive history established • Monitor monthly any joint or co-signed accounts. Any derogatory information associated with these accounts will be reflected on your credit report as well.

• Review your credit reports from the 2 national credit bureaus at least once a year.

Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.

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together you have to share a space, and your space ultimately reflects your style. you have to take what you both have already and determine what to keep, what will work and what won’t. Whether it be her childhood teddy bear, or that ugly thing he calls a “sofa,” the issue that arises is how to blend her past along with his, and still have an extremely welldecorated and tasteful place to go home to.

do we HaVe To keep THaT? wHaT iS THaT? wHaT do we need To buY? THeSe are juST Some of THe queSTionS THaT wiLL come up aLonG THe waY Do we have to keep that? What is that? What do we need to buy? These are just some of the questions that will come up along the way. you both need to be on board, and working toward a design goal that will make both of you happy at the end of the day. hopefully you share at least some of the same taste! opposites attract, so pairing your pieces together can work. mix heavier and lighter pieces together, and mix opaque with transparent. When you start mixing and matching your styles you will be surprised at how harmonious it can look. Just make sure that you listen to each other – you need to understand each other’s needs and wants. it’s a good idea to spend a weekend and analyze what you both have to determine where you stand in terms furnishings for your home.

Will you be having children down the road? children will determine a lot of things, such as what you really need to invest in. Do you really need that 52-inch plasma television, or should you spend on something else? make a wish list that is prioritized, TheRentersGuide.ca starting with what you really need and where your money needs to go first. Find common ground and choose on an overall design style and concept.

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if you have a piece of furniture that you just can’t let go of, changing the look of it is the best way to hold onto it. consider re-upholstering or painting it to match your new, blended décor. complement your existing furniture with newer pieces that link both styles. you can take his dining room chairs, match it with her dining room table and purchase a new light fixture that will join the two styles. By combining your pieces, you can create some of the most visually interesting and appealing rooms. merging your styles together will not happen over night. eventually the two styles will come together, creating what will hopefully be a balanced and harmonious space. combining the styles will take thought, and whether it be including her teddy bear, or that ugly sofa of his, it just needs to be executed in the right way, creating an extremely well-decorated and tasteful place to go home to.

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Are you finAnciAlly fit?

Most people are financially flabby.

How fit are you

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eople spend a lot of time worrying about what they eat, how much they weigh, and how healthy their hearts are. According to Statistics Canada, life expectancy rose by almost 2 1/2 years for men and by almost 1 1/2 years for women between 1986 and 1996. But while we are all now living longer and healthier lives, for many people, financial fitness still isn’t a reality.

Only 30 per cent of Canadians follow a monthly budget while just 40 per cent of us have a formal financial plan in place. Yikes! The fallout of all this inactivity (is it inattention or procrastination?) is that the realities of Canadians’ lives are a long way off their expectations.

A CIBC Financial Health Poll conducted by COMPAS Inc., showed that 37 per cent of those who retired and then returned to work did so because they didn’t have enough money. What would they have done differently if they could do it all over?

Well, 60 per cent say that in hindsight they would have started investing TheRentersGuide.ca earlier and they would have saved more. Hmmm.

More than just having enough money, our level of financial fitness reflects TheRentersGuide.ca our ability to bring our current and

future needs into balance.

To have a balanced financial plan, you must set some realistic goals. Just as most athletes have specific goals towards which they consistently work, the key to financial fitness is to set achievable goals and consistently work towards them.

What weighs most heavily on your mind? Very likely there will be several issues competing for your limited financial resources. Do you want to accumulate a specific amount of money, eliminate your biggest debt or pay off that new car? Weighing each of your goals against the others will help you to see which are the most important ones.

There are no right or wrong answers at this point. Right now, you’re just laying the plan. Later, if you want to doublecheck it, you can ask your financial adviser to look it over and see what’s missing. Okay, it’s time to pick up a pen

and get to work.

Make a list of everything you want to achieve Make sure you’ve covered each of the seven areas of a financial plan Prioritize your list Pick two goals Make sure your goals are realistic Set some dates Write it all down Check your progress every six months Having decided where you want to be, you need to determine where you are now so you can size up the gap.

Complete a net worth statement to see just how balanced your finances are and update this statement annually. It is your scorecard of how much your efforts are paying off. Next, do a budget so you can see exactly where your money goes each month. Estimate how much you spend TheRentersGuide.ca monthly, track your expenses for about three months, and revise your budget to reflect your actual expenditures. Don’t cop out and say,“Well I had unusually high

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finances expenses this month because...”Emergencies always crop up, and part of being financially fit is having a plan for dealing with those nasty little surprises.

Now look at your income relative to your expenses. If your expenses seem too high, you can either cut back on what you’re spending or increase your income.

Consider a part-time job to boost your earnings on a short-term basis.

If you have extra space, think about renting a part of your home for extra income or sharing your home to reduce your living expenses.

Consolidate bank accounts to save on fees.

Brown-bag it for a few months to trim your waistline and your budget.

Share newspapers, magazines and books with friends and co-workers.

Park the car.

Having done your warm up exercises - you’ve written your financial goals down in order of priority, completed a net worth statement and set up a budget - you now have to decide how to meet your goals.

Let’s say you plan to start an investment program.You want to save $25,000 over the next five years. If you’re looking at your budget and thinking,“There’s just no way!”maybe you need to adjust your time frame. Or perhaps you need to look at how you’re investing your savings. One rule of investing is the longer you have to reach your goal, and the more your money earns during that time, the less you have to set aside each year.

If you haven’t already done so, establishing an emergency fund for large, unforeseen expenses or temporary job loss should be a priority. Ideally, your emergency fund should be able to support you for three to six months. If someone in your household shares the expenses, consider how long it would take him or her to find another job.

Check over your accounts and make sure you’re getting the most for the least. There’s no point in paying for services that you’ll use only once in a blue moon. Little things like choosing a passbook option rather than receiving a statement can save you money. If you can reduce or eliminate your fees by maintaining a specific minimum balance, consider consolidating your accounts to reduce your costs. If maintaining a monthly balance is a problem, then you’ll have to compare individual service charges to choose the least expensive account for your purposes. Attracted to the“packaged”accounts? Take the time to compare the individual fees with the package costs to see if you come out ahead. The idea is to pay for only the services you’ll use.

Now it’s time to look at your debt. Begin by eliminating credit card balances and consumer loans. Often people pay only the minimum required without realizing how much interest costs work against their overall plan. If you have several cards with high balances, consider a consolidation loan to reduce your interest costs. Does your card charges a high rate of interest? Transfer your balance to lower cost card. If you have only a small amount to work off, put your cards away until the debt is cleared. Once you’re debt free, by all means take advantage of the convenience credit cards offer, but keep tight control of them and pay your balance off in full every month.

Prepare for the risks of everyday life. The risks we seem to deal with quite easily are property insurance, car insurance, contents insurance. The risks we tend to overlook are those associated with our economic earning power. If you or your partner were to die or become ill or disabled and unable to work, would your family have the resources to meet their day-to-day needs? It’s a tough question to face, but the consequences of not facing it can be even tougher on your family.

Life insurance will protect your family’s standard of living if you die.

Disability insurance will provide you with an income if you cannot work due to illness or injury.

Critical illness insurance will pay you a lump sum if you are diagnosed with a specific illness.

TheRentersGuide.ca Long-term care insurance will pay the bills should you (or other members of your family) need in-home or facility care.

Don’t forget to do some retirement planning. The only one you can count on is you.

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Through means testing of pension and age tax credits, and reduction in senior’s benefits, the government is saying loudly and clearly“You are responsible for providing for yourself.”Thankfully, we still have Registered Retirement Savings Plans. Any money contributed to an RRSP remains tax-deferred until the funds are withdrawn. And since investments held in RRSPs also grow on a tax-deferred basis, they grow much more quickly than investments held outside an RRSP. Despite the fact that almost everyone should have a will and a power of attorney, many people don’t. Some think their wishes will be carried out by a family member or that they do not have enough money to justify the cost of making a will. Others avoid making a will because their personal circumstances – marriages, divorces, and accumulated children and stepchildren – just seem too complex to unravel. However, if you die without a will, trying to figure out who gets what, and when, can be a mess. And your estate may end up paying more in fees and taxes than it should, leaving less for your loved ones.

Partnered? Have your wills drawn up together so that they reflect an integrated estate plan. Review and update your will every three or four years, especially when family circumstances change (weddings, divorces, births, and deaths all result in changes in family structure), your financial circumstances change, new legislation is implemented, or you change your province or country of residence.

Financial fitness isn’t achieved overnight.

It takes time, a sound plan, a strong commitment and, perhaps, a financial coach. If you are serious about taking control of your finances and about your independence, you too can become financially fit. Believe in yourself and in your own ability to take charge. Then just do it! See you in the winner’s circle.

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

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COLOUR PUNCH

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All beiged and greiged out? Me too. Strong colours and rich hues are alluring and on-trend. While few people are willing to go full colour on all the furniture in their home, throwing punches of colour into the scheme with accent pieces – not just accessories – brings a strong modern edge to any décor!

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Conveniently located within walking distance to Cambridge Centre, Zehrs grocery store, great restaurants and full service medical plaza. The property is also a short 5 minute drive to Highway 401.

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A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

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April 27 - May 11, 2013

W ELCOME HOME

Fully Decorated Model Suite Now Available For Viewing

15 & 245 Lena Crescent Brand new state-of-the-art rental building Spacious luxurious rental suites in the heart of Cambridge 1 & 2 bedroom modern suites with several styles & sizes to suit your needs.

Conveniently located within walking distance to Cambridge Centre, Zehrs grocery store, great restaurants and full service medical plaza. The property is also a short 5 minute drive to Highway 401.

• Five appliances • Individually controlled heat & air • Large eat-in kitchen & dining area • Ensuite washroom in master bedroom • Very large social & recreation room

• Fitness facility • Secure underground parking • Security cameras • On-site professional management team

RENTAL OFFICE OPEN FROM 11am–5pm EVERY DAY AND BY APPOINTMENT AFTER HOURS

519-572-2820

leasing4@gatewayapts.ca

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Fallowfield Towers 161 Fallowfield Drive, Kitchener

519.957.1840

Kitchener’s First All Non-Smoking Rental Apartment!

• 5 appliances including ensuite laundry • Individual A/C & Heating • 1, 1 Bedroom + Den, 2 Bedroom or 2 + Den Suites • 2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms • On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping •

phone, internet and satellite available in unit

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

• Exercise Room • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Whirlpool and Sauna • Underground Parking • Oversized Balconies • Controlled Entry/ Cameras

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Newly Renovated Chic New Designs

1 & 2 bedroom suites throughout Waterloo & Kitchener!

Call Our Rental Hotline 226-972-5256 ASK ABOUT OUR AMAZING INCENTIVES! • Full Stainless Steel Appliances • Modern Laminate Flooring Throughout • Open Concept Kitchens with Granite Countertops

• Upgraded Energy Efficient Lighting Throughout • Close to all amenities

137 University Avenue, Waterloo

519-635-1240 200 Shakespeare Drive, Waterloo

519-496-8837 400 Parkside Drive, Waterloo

226-972-5256 383 Albert Street, Waterloo

519-635-9549 285 Erb Street West, Waterloo

226-972-5256 545-565 Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener

519-635-9604 100, 120 & 170 Old Carriage Drive, Kitchener

519-573-3000

www.gatewaypm.com

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Apartment hunting made

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Ÿ1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms ŸUpgraded kitchens & bathrooms ŸParking available ŸOutdoor pool, fitness center and tennis court ŸA short walk to West Willow Mall and public transit

519.767.6070 guelph@clvgroup.com

951, 955 & 961 WONDERLAND ROAD

Ÿ1 & 2 Bedrooms ŸNewly renovated ŸParking available Ÿ24hr emergency service ŸOutdoor pool, fitness center, tennis court and playground

226.448.5706 auburnpark@clvgroup.com

Ÿ1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms ŸParking available Ÿ24hr emergency service ŸClose to UWO, shopping, public transit and more!

519.914.58 western@clvgroup.com

PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED

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Visit our website for more information OR contact your local rental agent!

LONDON

939 WESTERN ROAD

www.clvgroup.com

LONDON

90 - 102 SILVERCREEK PARKWAY NORTH

1090 KRISTIN WAY

GUELPH

Come view our suites that are IDEALLY LOCATED and NEWLY RENOVATED.