GTA New Home Guide - Apr 5, 2014 by NextHome

April 5 - 19, 2014 Volume 22 Issue 7

Find your in Markham, Thornhill or Richmond Hill

Cornell Rouge SILKWOOD

madisonhomes.ca See Pages 32 & 33 for our cover story

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

SHARED VISION FOR GREAT CITY BUILDING

TARION CONFERS 2014 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE

BUYING PROPERTY WITH FRIENDS OR FAMILY

ASPIRE FOR OPEN CONCEPT DESIGNS THAT FEEL INTIMATE. What makes for good design? At Aspen Ridge, we believe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the moment your aspirations become actualizations. The moment your dream kitchen becomes a space where you sip, stir and savour in. When interiors not only have the best finishes, but the finishes that work best with your tastes. Trends fade. Style changes. But good design, it withstands the test of time. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what you aspire for.

Model Homes Now Open at

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MODEL MANIA NOW SHOWING 5 Communities and 9 models from 3 of Toronto’s leading interior designers. Upper Cornell MARKHAM Kettle Lakes Club RICHMOND HILL King Country Estates NOBLETON Kleinburg Hills KLEINBURG King Oaks KING CITY MORE INFO AT aspenridgehomes.com

NOW OPEN Credit Manor Heights & Mayfield Village BRAMPTON MORE INFO AT aspenridgehomes.com

COMING SOON Upper West Side THORNHILL Woodland Hills NEWMARKET

contents APR 5 - 19, 2014 || VOLUME 22 ISSUE 7

ON THE COVER

p. 30

MADISON HOMES

community focus features 24 Brampton

April 5 - 19, 2014 Volume 22 Issue 7

Fieldgate Homes

New release of 38- and 41-ft. singles and semis at Valleylands

Find your

40 Brampton

in Markham, Thornhill or Richmond Hill

Great Gulf

Communities in prime locations throughout the GTA

Much-anticipated Westfield community open in Brampton

58 Richmond Hill Aspen Ridge Homes

Kettle Lakes Club models put the fun in functional

64 Barrie

Cornell Rouge SILKWOOD

Tribute Communities & Yorkwood Homes

madisonhomes.ca See Pages 32 & 33 for our cover story

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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SHARED VISION FOR GREAT CITY BUILDING

TARION CONFERS 2014 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE

BUYING PROPERTY WITH FRIENDS OR FAMILY

14-03-31 2:16 PM

Designer-decorated models now open at Stonemanor Woods

86 Waterdown

Mattamy Homes

Coming soon, an exciting family community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cranberry Hill

regular and special features

IN THE NEWS

IN EVERY ISSUE

Tarion Warranty Corp.

EnerQuality

4 Editor’s Note 10 Contributors 54 Hot Dates 118 Ad Index

COLUMNISTS

BILD

Report

Great city building requires shared vision

to recognize builders for excellence in customer service announces 2013 Awards of Excellence winners

Housing Market

No bubble set to burst in Canada’s housing market

Home Building

Industry applauds province for proposing new building options

104 Minto

Minto welcomes first residents to Kingmeadow in Oshawa

by Bryan Tuckey

Fundamentally Speaking

Proximity to infrastructure more important than ever

by Wayne Karl

Mortgage Advice

Choosing between fixed and variable rate mortgages by Calum Ross

Taxing Issues

Selling an investment property by Henry Choo Chong

Industry Outlook

New home design is becoming ever Green by Hugh Heron

Legally Speaking

Financing, and what happens if it goes wrong? by Jayson Schwarz

90 Home Sweet Home

For sale: a logical approach to an emotional decision by Lydia McNutt

HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

Builder Perspectives

Getting the most out of your decor centre appointment

111 Resource Section

Mortgage Calculator and Rate Table

115 GTA Hot Sheet

Two pages of new openings, new releases and preview registrations

//EDITOR’S NOTE

What rules your new-home choice?

Lifestyle increasingly influential for buyers

N SUSAN LEGGE

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Wall2Wall Media Susan.Legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge Like us on Facebook. Search: New Home Guide

ew-home buyers are often driven by different influences, but there’s no doubt lifestyle is an increasingly important factor. Whether you’re considering a home near the beach, a golf course or a city penthouse or pied-à-terre, you’re likely looking to compensate for what you don’t have in your current residence. The amount of living space is usually the issue – either too much or too little. Most young families are looking for more living space, which is why builders are designing homes with interiors that maximize every square foot of living space to make the most of your money. As we get older, the quest for living space may take a different direction.

Downsizing is usually the answer, although many homeowners with existing homes in suburban or rural areas are acquiring townhomes or piedà-terres in the city. An urban location gives owners and their friends a chance to enjoy the social and cultural activities of the city without having to drive for hours to get home. In today’s hectic world, your new home will be your retreat, so it’s important to find is to find a home that suits your needs and lifestyle. In this issue, we profile new communities which offer the perfect place to put up your feet, plus the latest industry news and features about buying and owning a new home. Enjoy!

How Green is your home?

New homes today are far more energy efficient and cleaner, offering you opportunities to save and live heathier

WAYNE KARL

EDITOR Wall2Wall Media Wayne.Karl@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl Like us on Facebook. Search: New Home Guide

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ven though the first day of spring is actually March 20 (something Mother Nature largely ignored), April usually offers more signs that the season has really arrived. Temperatures begin to rise, rain rinses away winter’s residue and in a matter of days (we hope), tree buds sprout and green will wash around us. It’s also the natural time of year when people renew their commitment to living Green. When it comes to buying a home, newly built product today is miles ahead of that built 25, 20 and even 10 years ago. For evidence of this, see page 60 in this issue, among other content. There, you will see which Ontario builders were

recently honoured with EnerQuality Awards of Excellence, part of the provincial program to make Ontario’s housing among the most energy efficient in the world. But those are just this year’s winners; most home builders go to great lengths to make their homes as Green as possible, because that’s what sells, what makes sense, and what you – the consumer – wants. Still, there are varying degrees of “Green-ness,” and builders offer different features and technologies to meet today’s increasingly stringent standards for energy efficiency and “clean” housing. Ask each builder you’re serious about buying from: How Green is this home?

dreams We build

We know. At Ballantry Homes, we build dreams. With over two decades of experience, we’ve designed and constructed thousands of homes, working closely with our family of buyers and our team of forward-thinking architects and interior designers. Ballantry has always treated our customers as #1. Having built some of the finest homes and estate communities in and around the GTA, Ballantry’s reputation for meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship has earned the trust of thousands of satisfied homeowners.

3 sensational communities to select your new home from

BRAMPTON : NEW RELEASE Semi-Detached & Detached Homes starting from the low

400’s

MARKHAM : FINAL RELEASE TTownhomes, Semi-Detached & Singles starting from the high

400’s

OAKVILLE : FINAL RELEASE CCondominiums or Urban Townhomes starting from the mid

200’s

ballantryhomes.com Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

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Your Life Storey always comes first. 2013 Tarion Award of Excellence Finalist For the last sixty years, Menkes has been a central chapter in the Life Storeys of so many. Menkes has always focused on building homes in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most desirable and accessible locations. Discover elegant family homes in communities across the Greater Toronto Area that exude this companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trademark character, charm and lasting value. Come home to Menkes today, where your Life Storey always begins and ends with total customer satisfaction.

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Prices and specifications are subject to change. E.&O.E. March 2014.

@MenkesLife

NOW OPEN

NOW PREVIEWING

NOW OPEN

Burnhamthorpe Rd. & West Mall Etobicoke Starting from the mid $300’s 416.259.2525

Brown’s Line & Evans Ave. Etobicoke Starting from the $480’s 416.255.7468

Guelph St. & MacFarlane Dr. Georgetown Starting from the low $400’s 289.891.9103

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

FINAL RELEASE

Bathurst St. & Finch Ave. North York Starting from the low $300’s 416.730.1600

Salem Rd. North & Williamson Dr. East Ajax Starting from the low $500’s 905.428.0500

Dundas St. West & Bronte Rd. Oakville Starting from the low $400’s 905.825.3619

menkes.com menkes.com

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Connected to Life in the City. Connected to Nature. Connected to L

Get Connected To A New Release Of Exceptional Townhomes And Detached Homes Today.

Large Kitchen/Family Room Space

In Mount Pleasant North we are offering a brand new release of Townhomes and Detached Home designs. Many of the new Townhomes offered in this release have never been offered before. These new home designs will add much character to this highly popular Brampton community that truly is connected to everything you need right outside your door. In our Mount Pleasant neighbourhoods youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll enjoy outdoor recreation, shopping, walking to the library, skating on the community rink and the GO Train into the city, all just minutes from your home. We invite you to our Sales Centre to find the new home design that best suits your familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs.

Presentation Centre Hours: Monday to Thursday 1pm-8pm; Friday 1pm-6pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11am-6pm

Life in the City. Connected to Nature. Connected to Life in the City.

Elev. ‘B’

3-Storey Townhome, The Goderich, Elev. ‘B’, 1,583 Sq.Ft., $338,990

30' Home, The Dover, Elev. ‘D’, 1,434 Sq.Ft., $394,990

Townhomes From $324,990 • Detached Homes From $384,990

38' Home, Plan 2 Elev. ‘A’, 2,458 Sq.Ft., $485,990

Bovaird Dr./Hwy.7

Follow us: All illustrations are artist’s concept. All dimensions are approximate. Prices, specifications, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

contributors NEW HOME GUIDE

VICE-PRESIDENT, WALL2WALL MEDIA

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Josh Heppner

SALES MANAGER NEW HOME GUIDE GTA, NEW CONDO GUIDE, HOME DÉCOR & RENOVATIONS

Conni Robinson

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER, NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO, LIFESTYLE COMMUNITIES

Susan Maxwell ART DIRECTOR

Bianca DiPietro EDITOR

Wayne Karl CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

BILD REPORT

BRYAN TUCKEY

Bryan Tuckey is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and can be found on Twitter (twitter.com/ bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/ bildgta), Youtube (youtube.com/ bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca)

TAXING ISSUES

HENRY CHOO CHONG, CGA

Henry Choo Chong is a certified general accountant. Henry sits on many committees and provides accounting and tax advice to individuals and businesses in the GTA. Send your tax questions via email to Taxing Issues at: choochonghcga@ yahoo.ca

LEGALLY SPEAKING

Sara Duck, Elisa Krovblit Lydia McNutt

Schwarz Law Barristers and Solicitors

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Nina Downs nina.downs@wall2wallmedia.com

JAYSON SCHWARZ

Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. He can be reached by visiting schwarzlaw. ca or by email at info@schwarzlaw.ca or phone at 416.486.2040

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Dionne Fraser dionne.fraser@wall2wallmedia.com SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATOR

Terry Bassett

DISTRIBUTION & SALES CO-ORDINATOR

Jennifer Bistron

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Antoinette Jackson PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala Gnanapandithan PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Sandra Hanak-Vujnovic GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

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NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER, MEDIATIVE

Paul Slizys

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#500-401 The West Mall Etobicoke, ON M9C 5J5 T 416.626.4200 F 416.784.5867 INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

HUGH HERON

Hugh Heron is principal and partner in the Heron Group of Companies and president of Heathwood Homes, as well as a former member of the board of directors of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., and a past president of the Toronto Home Builders’ Association and the Ontario

MORTGAGE FINESSE

CALUM ROSS

Calum Ross is SeniorVice-President and practicing mortgage agent with The Mortgage Centre. He has appeared on Canada AM, Investment Television, BNN and Citytv. He holds an MBA in finance and is an Accredited Mortgage Professional. He can be reached at 416.410.9905

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Markham

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Release of New Home Designs! Visit us Today! Tour our 8 professionally decorated models

Freehold Townhomes featuring 2 master bedrooms each with a Semi-Ensuite

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MARKHAM

Singles on 30’, 36’ & 40’ lots

$600's

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From 2,057 Sq.ft.

Sales office located at the S/E corner of Cornell Centre Blvd. and 16th Ave. Open Monday to Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m.; Friday by appointment only; Weekends and Holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Renderings are artist’s concept.* Specifications are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E. See Sales Representative for details.

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50% SOLD

Homes sold by appointment only. Register at 416-746-1234 or visit www.newhomepriority.ca

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AT L A K E S H O R E W O O D S

ONLY A FEW

CONSTRUCTION HAS STARTED

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URBAN TOWNS STARTING FROM

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VISIT OUR MODEL SUITE

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Rebecca St.

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MODEL SUITE HOURS: Mon. to Thurs.: 1pm-8pm Friday: Closed Saturday & Sunday: 11am-6pm

*Limited quantities available. To qualified purchasers. Prices & information correct at press time. Map not to scale. Lots may have premiums. All illustrations reflect artist impression. E.O.& E. Ask a sales rep. for details. **Exclusive retail value of features already included in from price.

DISCOVER LIVING VALES OF THE HUMBER

E S TAT E S I N G L E S 57’ LUXURY SINGLES IN BRAMPTON

STARTING FROM $769,900* Welcome to the upscale, master-planned community of Vales of the Humber. This new development will feature only luxury singles that AT VA L E S O F T H E H U M B E R

will integrate beautifully with attractive streetscapes, parks and schools in the ideal family-focused environment.

Sales Centre located at 20 Fogal Road, off of Highway 50 • 905.265.1205

ACCOLADES IN MARKHAM

TOWNS•SEMIS

ACCOLADES

COMMUNITY IN MARKHAM

IN MARKHAM

STARTING FROM $499,900* Community living has reached new heights with this collection of homes. The Accolades in Markham is your opportunity to live in the established commmunity of Wismer Commons, where outstanding amenities are only minutes away.

Model Home located at 101 Greenspire Avenue, just South of Major Mackenzie Drive • 905.471.2852

AURORA WOODS

LUXURY SINGLES 40’ & 45’ SINGLES IN AURORA

STARTING FROM $768,900* HURRY, ONLY A FEW HOMES REMAIN Aurora Woods boasts an ideal location featuring peace and quiet, and the allure of a small town, but also the convenience of city-style amenities. Nestled in nature, these Chateau, French Provincial and Tudor style homes feature ravine and wooded lots.

Sales Centre located at 14726 Bayview Avenue, just North of Vandorf Sideroad • 905.727.5794

For more information visit treasurehill.com

//BILD REPORT

Great city building requires shared vision » by BRYAN TUCKEY Imagine a world in which everyone has a similar vision of what it takes to build a great city.

BRYAN TUCKEY

is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and is a land-use planner who has worked for municipal, regional and provincial governments. He can be found on Twitter (twitter. com/bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca).

That’s the vision of the home building and land development industry. The industry faces many hurdles in executing great city plans but believes it will take the power of alignment to get Toronto and GTA to the next level. That means aligning all of the stakeholders involved: politicians and senior civil servants at both the municipal and provincial level, the industry, new-home buyers and the public. As you can imagine, the GTA was a different place 40 years ago and today all of our partners must share a common vision of policies, values and outcomes to ensure that our industry can continue to build quality, complete communities for up to 100,000 people and 50,000 jobs that come to this vibrant region every year. Recently, BILD and OHBA submitted two papers to the province on the Development Charges and Land Use

The industry faces many hurdles in executing great city plans but believes it will take the power of alignment to get Toronto and GTA to the next level.

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Planning and Appeals consultations that offer up some very worthy solutions to make the development process more efficient. Among our solutions, we believe that there is a lack of fair and consistent application of provincial planning policy through municipal planning documents across Ontario. It’s difficult to set a course for that new vision of building complete communities when many zoning bylaws around the GTA date back to the 1980s and 1990s, with some even from the 1950s. The lands most affected by outdated planning policies are often in downtown areas and transit corridors. Both areas are earmarked in the provincial Growth Plan, Places to Grow, to be the focus of intensification. The problem is that landowners must apply to rezone the land at a costly price in order to build there. The province must do more to encourage municipalities to update zoning bylaws to reflect the intent of Places to Grow by pre-zoning and pre-designating lands, streamlining the process of building approval so that municipalities can create a city that lives up to the goal of the provincial plan’s vision. If municipalities updated their zoning bylaws as they refreshed their Official Plans (OPs), they would reduce unnecessary processing delays, which would save new-home buyers a lot of money and help them achieve their dreams of homeownership. Best of all, this shift in priorities doesn’t have to cost taxpayers a penny. It’s simply a change in using the public resources that are already in place. Legally, Official Plans must be updated every five years and zoning bylaws within three years of an OP update. The province must take on greater responsibility to ensure municipalities are meeting this legislative requirement. This will lead to more certainty, fewer building delays and fewer appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board. We are all in this together and we should all be part of the solution. The industry, the consumer and government partners must work collaboratively for solutions and with integrity. It is time to imagine the city region in 40 years and make that vision happen. That’s alignment. Together with our partners in government, BILD will continue to work toward building safe, quality, complete communities that new-home buyers can afford to purchase. Why do we care so much? Because we live here, too.

ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GOING TO BE A GLORIOUS SPRING! OPENING THIS SPRING This spring, Aurora will see a new master-planned community that will be not only the talk of the town but the entire GTA. A community where four fantastic builders offer an unprecedented selection of homes, all loaded with the finest luxury features and finishes. In a location that combines the best of town and country, with its

own community park and access to nearby trails,

TO BE AMONG THE

and just minutes from Yonge Street and the 404.

FIRST AT THE

AURORA

PREVIEW OPENING OF AURORA TRAILS. A u ro ra Tra i l s .co m

LUXURIOUS SINGLES, SEMIS & TOWNS

Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E.

I am happy, I am comfortable,

Current Communities

CHIPPAWA/NIAGARA 50’ Singles & Freehold 35’ WIDE Bungalow Loft Townes from the low $320’s. NEW RELEASE OF 50’ LOTS

THOROLD 45’, 40’, 36’ Singles, Semis & Towns from the $250’s. Quick closings on Select Towns & Attached Singles. 8 MODELS OPEN

BRAMPTON 41’, 38’ & 30’ Singles, 25’ Attached Singles & Freehold 20’ Towns from the $400’s. NEW LOTS RELEASED!

MOUNT ALBERT Luxurious 50’ Single Detached Homes Bungalow & Two Storey designs up to 3,600 sq. ft. from the $580’s. NOW OPEN!

For directions, hours and community information call our hotline (1-888/416) 410-0175 Prices and specifications correct at press time. Renderings are artist concept. E. & O.E. Prices quoted are in $ thousands except for Kleinburg & Randall pricing.

Redefining luxury, with details and finishes, sure to exceed your expectations. The only way to improve on the experience is to move in.

RosehavenPlatinum.com OAKVILLE

36 Majestic Suites from 1,800 sq. ft. to over 3,000 sq. ft. Move in from $1.8 million

KLEINBURG

60’ to 70’ Estate Singles from 3,700 sq.ft. to over 5,600 sq. ft. Move in from $1.4 million Located in the Heart of the Village

Coming Soon

STONEY CREEK Spacious 40’ & 35’ Singles and Semis up to 3,300 sq. ft. from the mid $300’s. GRAND OPENING APRIL 5TH!

or visit

CALEDON Stunning 36’ Singles and Townhomes starting from the mid $400’s. COMING SPRING 2014! Register at MoveUpToCaledon.ca

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FIELDGATE HOMES | Valleylands

//COMMUNITY FOCUS

New release of 38- and 41-ft. singles, and semis in south Brampton

VALLEYLANDS

The 45-ft. Dufferin’s breathtaking front Elevation A of brick detailing with large porch and great interior entertainment space contribute to the luxurious atmosphere of this exceptional family home, available from $680,990.

LOCATION South Brampton HOUSING TYPE Semi-detached from $431,990, townhomes from $416,990 and singles on 38-, 41-, 45-, 50- and 70-ft. lots from $546,990; bonus packages available for each housing type, 180-day closings available. CONTACT 905.457.0445 fieldgatehomes.com

hen driving along Chinguacousy Road in southwest Brampton, one gets the feeling that they’re in the midst of a very special community. It’s a place where the valleys of the Credit River offer a breathtaking outdoor playground of lush green parkland. It is within this remarkable setting that esteemed builder Fieldgate Homes has announced an exciting Grand Opening for the new location of its popular family community, Valleylands on Chinguacousy. The southwest corner of Queen St. West and Chinguacousy Rd. is the site for this latest release at Valleylands. This new release features new designs in semi-detached that range from 1,657 to 1,890 sq. ft., and 38-ft. singles that range from 2,010 to 2,662 sq. ft. These latest offerings are in addition to the exceptional collection of 41-, 45-, 50- and 70-ft. singles still available at the original Valleylands location nearby. The 45-ft. luxury singles range from 2,640 to 2,987 sq. ft. With towns starting from $416,990, semi-detached from $431,990 and singles starting from $546,990, and with 70-ft. designs up to 4,200 sq. ft., there’s a home for everyone at Valleylands. One of the many popular designs currently available at Valleylands is the breathtaking 2,987-sq.-ft. Dufferin Elevation A. This classic-yet-contemporary two-storey, fourbedroom, 45-ft. detached home offers a spectacular front elevation of brick and stone that features a covered porch, double-car garage, large bright windows and charming dormers. One enters the home to discover a spacious front foyer, followed immediately by a cosy ...continued on pg 26

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//COMMUNITY FOCUS...continued

FIELDGATE HOMES | Valleylands

For most families, school is a top priority, so it’s nice to know that Valleylands is ideally situated to take advantage of many of Brampton’s wonderful educational facilities. library. Further down the hall is the large open-concept living/ dining room with coffered ceiling. Across from the living/dining room, the home’s staircase offers easy access to a sunken main floor powder room and laundry room. Further down the main hallway, one enters into a sizable family room complete with a gas fireplace. Across from the family room, the kitchen and breakfast area offers a kitchen island and ample counter space, creating the perfect space for the family to gather for a home cooked meal. Upstairs, the elegant master suite features two walk-in closets, tray ceilings, an intimate master retreat and a lavish ensuite complete with oval soaker tub, his and hers sinks and separate glass shower. Bedroom two enjoys its own private ensuite and bedrooms three and four share a stylishly appointed ensuite. The Dufferin is priced from $680,990. For most families, school is a top priority, so it’s nice to know that Valleylands is ideally situated to take advantage of many of Brampton’s wonderful educational facilities. A new elementary school is proposed for construction right in the Valleylands community, and Queen Street elementary school and Sir William Gage middle school are just a short walk north of the community. There are also a number of public and Catholic primary and secondary schools within a short distance. And with post-secondary tuition costs on the rise, it’s nice to know that Valleylands is ideally situated to make the live-athome college lifestyle a breeze. Well-regarded institutions such as Sheridan College and Algoma University both have campuses that are just a short drive or bus ride away. In addition to excellent proximity to schools, Valleylands is also in a great location to take advantage of a whole host of other lifestyle amenities. The Heartland Town Centre is only five minutes away, offering major retailers such as Best Buy, Home Depot and Costco. Nearby Erin Mills Town Centre, Trinity Common Mall and Bramalea City Centre also offer wonderful selections of shops and restaurants. For those in search of live entertainment, there’s the Rose Theatre, offering a year-round calendar of musical and theatrical performances. Golfing enthusiasts will be impressed with the great selection of golf courses within a short driving distance, and the commute to Toronto is a breeze with Hwys. 401 and 407 just minutes away. With more than 55 years of experience, Fieldgate Homes is one of the GTA’s finest home builders, known for their exceptional floorplan designs. For more information on Valleylands, please call 905.457.0445 or visit fieldgatehomes.com 26 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | APRIL 5 - 19, 2014

LUXURY SINGLES ONLY

GRAND OPENING

BRAMPTON’S NEW EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY

50’ • 55’ • 57’ • 65’ • 75’ 86’ • 100’ ESTATE LOTS

N HWY 27

HWY 50

Mayfield Rd.

val e s o f t h e h u m b e r.c o m *Limited quantities available in some price ranges to qualified purchasers. Prices & information correct at press time. Maps not to scale. Some lots may have premiums. E.O.&E. Conditions may apply.

The Gore Rd.

TREASURE HILL PRESENTATION CENTRE

Castlemore Rd.

Fogal Rd. Queen St.

HWY 407

HWY 7

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has communities in prime locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area CORNELL ROUGE – MARKHAM Set in the greenest corner of Markham, located on the east side of Cornell Centre Boulevard and stretching north of Hwy. 7 up to 16th Avenue, Markham’s most successful master-planned community, Cornell Rouge, is nestled beside the splendor of the Rouge Valley, a natural urban park consisting of thousands of acres, the largest of its kind in North America. Madison Homes provides a great selection of detached homes designed for today’s active families. Homes range in size from 2,057 to 3,237 sq. ft. on 30-, 36- and 40-ft. wide lots priced from $623,990. All model types include attached rear laneway garages, allowing for a beautiful uniform streetscape. Madison Homes has just released two new model designs that boast double car garages, attached only at the garage on a 30-ft. lot starting from $675,990. Come visit Cornell Rouge and tour Madison Homes’ four fully decorated models. GREENSBOROUGH – MARKHAM Madison Homes’ master-planned community of Greensborough offers families all the amenities of an established, well-planned community alive with a spirit and vibrancy 30 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | APRIL 5 - 19, 2014

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LOCATION Markham, Thornhill, Richmond Hill HOUSING TYPE Markham, detached homes; Thornhill, stately two-storey homes on 40-, 46- and 60-ft. cul-de-sac and ravine lots; Richmond Hill, freehold townhomes SALES CENTRE: Open Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 p.m., weekends and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridays by appointment CONTACT madisonhomes.ca Cornell 905.472.7667 Greensborough, Thornhill Ravines and Legacy 905.417.1203 Jefferson Forest 905.770.8661

all its own. Strewn with parks, playing fields, woodlots and biking trails, it is no wonder thousands have made Greensborough their community of choice. Don’t miss out on Greensborough’s upcoming limited release of detached single-family homes. Register now to make sure you are on our VIP Priority Preview List. THORNHILL RAVINES – THORNHILL Madison Homes is offering a select few the final opportunity to come live on the edge of a true urban oasis. Thornhill Ravines is ideally situated on the periphery of the McMillan nature preserve at the corner of Dufferin Street and Valley Vista Drive just south of Major Mackenzie Drive in Vaughan. Madison Homes offers stately two-storey homes on 40-, 46- and 60-ft. wide cul-de-sac and ravine lots. As with all Madison home designs, these two-storey floorplans are artfully laid out for modern family living. These homes feature luxury appointments such as 32 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | APRIL 5 - 19, 2014

Madison Homes provides a great selection of detached homes designed for today’s active families. Homes range in size from 2,057 to 3,237 sq. ft. on 30-, 36- and 40-ft. wide lots priced from $623,990. 10-ft. ceilings on the main floor, nine-ft. ceilings on the second floor and basement, granite kitchen and bathroom countertops, pot lights – the list is endless. These homes range in size from 3,162 to 4,837 sq. ft. with prices starting from $1.17 million. Visit us today and tour our two decorated models. LEGACY – THORNHILL What many have been waiting for, Madison’s Picasso model home is now for sale. The Picasso, a 3,611-sq.-ft., four-bedroom with a large contemporary maple kitchen, bamboo flooring and stone fireplace also offers a separate bedroom and bathroom on the walkout level and is priced from $1.15 million. Located at the heart of it all in Vaughan, just west of Bathurst, north of Rutherford at Lebovic Campus Drive steps from the new Jewish Community Centre. Be the envy of all and call this designer appointed model your home. JEFFERSON FOREST – RICHMOND HILL Set against the picturesque backdrop of a living forest, Madison Homes has sown the seed of a new residential neighbourhood in a well established community called Jefferson Forest, where families and nature live side by side. Madison Homes has a select number of freehold townhomes in this highly sought after Jefferson Forest community. Sizes range from 2,032 to 2,180 sq. ft. with prices starting at $628,990. Don’t miss out on your chance to call one of these spectacular homes your own. Madison Homes’ sales office hours are Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 p.m., weekends and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridays by appointment. For more information, visit madisonhomes.ca or call the various locations directly: Cornell 905.472.7667; Greensborough, Thornhill Ravines and Legacy 905.417.1203, Jefferson Forest 905.770.8661.

RICHMOND HILL MODEL HOME GRAND OPENING TAKE THE TOUR THIS WEEKEND 7 SPECTACULAR MODELS Jefferson Forest continues to offer a wide selection of Freehold Townhomes all in an established community beside a 400+ acre nature preserve. This could be your LAST CHANCE TO MAKE JEFFERSON FOREST YOUR NEW HOME COMMUNITY. RICHMOND HILL

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//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Proximity to infrastructure and amenities MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER » by WAYNE KARL

WAYNE KARL

is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at

wayne.karl@wall2wallmedia.com

or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

Get ready, Torontonians, for months of rhetoric, bickering, banter and hyperbole. Until Oct. 27, the date of the Toronto mayoral election, you will hear and read all about the candidates’ views of tearing down the Gardiner Expressway, subways versus light-rail transit, infrastructure needs and a host of other issues. For homeowners and prospective homebuyers, some of these matters are more important than others: chiefly, proximity to infrastructure. Indeed, access to a variety of amenities and essentials – from transit to health care to schools to shopping to recreation – are critical determining factors for builders and buyers alike, for lifestyle and comfort while residents live there, as well as for resale potential down the road. It’s an important topic we’ve written about before in Fundamentally Speaking and elsewhere in New Home Guide. It’s also a topic home building associations across the country are paying close attention to. In the GTA, for example, development charges imposed by local and regional municipalities typically total many tens of thousands of dollars per home – costs that are passed directly on to new-home buyers – before a shovel even hits the ground. The federal government has provided some hope in this regard, increasing support for infrastructure development. Still, municipalities across Canada continue to lobby Ottawa to make sure they get their share of available funds to address road and transit needs. In Toronto, for example, the TTC is campaigning for the federal government to kick in a large chunk for the city’s transit plan.

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Faced with such infrastructure and funding challenges, municipalities typically are also considering other options – including new taxes, road tolls and other fees – to help pay for what’s needed. For homeowners and prospective new-home buyers, then, it is clear that proximity to existing infrastructure and amenities is becoming more important than ever. With continuing immigration, general growth and construction expansion – all happening at a quicker pace than infrastructure improvements – our highways and transit systems will all be tested until everything catches up. Consider, for example, the population of the GTA continues to increase by about 100,000 people per year. Research suggests that by 2031, there could be three million more people living in the area – bringing with them an additional 1.5 million vehicles. You think traffic and transit in Toronto are challenging issues now? Just wait. So, as you listen to the mayoral candidates argue, and while you’re out shopping for your new home, look around to see how far you are from the nearest highway or rapid transit system that affords you a reasonable commute; and how close you are to health care, schools, shopping and recreation. These communities will be at a premium, now and in future.

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GREAT GULF’S MUCH-ANTICIPATED WESTFIELD COMMUNITY Now open in Brampton LOCATION Brampton HOUSING TYPE Detached homes on 34- and 38-ft. lots SALES CENTRE 8450 Mississauga Rd., open Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday closed CONTACT 905.866.6876 visit greatgulf.com

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reat news! Great Gulf recently opened a highly anticipated new community in south Brampton, at one of the most prestigious addresses in the Greater Toronto Area. Westfield is situated on the west side of Mississauga Road at Steeles Avenue, and is bordered on the north by Lionhead Golf Club Road. The demand for new homes in this coveted neighbourhood is so strong, that Great Gulf first showcased Westfield in its Mount Pleasant sales centre farther north, before the company had even decided on a community name. The area is so hot, that just saying “Great Gulf at Mississauga and Steeles” was enough to draw crowds. The new Westfield presentation centre is now open at 8450 Mississauga Rd., and the response is already overwhelming, with close to 400 people coming in for the opening. Westfield is located in an area rich with possibilities. Situated on a glorious stretch of Mississauga Road, in the midst of the beautiful Credit River natural

GREAT GULF | Westfield

The only new home community in this area west of Mississauga Road, Westfield offers an exclusive ambience, similar to a country club atmosphere. landscape, the community is minutes to golf courses, shopping centres, schools, parks, places of worship, arenas, public transit access and more within minutes. For ease of commuting and getting around the city, Hwys. 401 and 410 are also just moments away. Brampton is home to theatres, galleries, museums, outstanding community centres, and the William Osler Health Centre, part of a hospital system accredited with exemplary standing and advanced treatment facilities. At Westfield, purchasers can choose from elegant detached homes

on 34- and 38-ft. lots. The only new home community in this area west of Mississauga Road, Westfield offers an exclusive ambience, similar to a country club atmosphere. This affluent urban setting is perfect for Great Gulf ’s luxury homes. Captivating architecture embodies the cachet in this signature location, with varying highlights such as peaked gables with trim, dramatic second-floor balconies, covered porticos, front doors with sidelights and accent windows. Soldier coursing, brick arches, keystones and other masonry detailing add touches of panache that befit these stately homes’ surroundings. Interiors are graced with large, beautifully appointed rooms that anticipate the myriad aspects of modern family living. Open-concept main floors, gourmet kitchens and sumptuous master suites are crafted with the highest attention to detail. Among the outstanding standards that come with your Westfield home are nine-ft. main floor ceiling heights, prefinished oak strip hardwood and rich ceramic flooring on the main floor, strip hardwood in the upper hallway and finished oak stairs with the choice of stain and oak or metal pickets. Kitchens offer the choice of custom-quality finished cabinets with extended uppers, and the master bath includes an acrylic soaker tub and separate shower stall. Great Gulf ’s homes at Westfield range in size from 1,700 to 3,265 sq. ft. and are priced from the mid $500,000s. Watch for towns and semis coming soon. Yet another reason for Westfield’s appeal is the fact that you can purchase with confidence from Great Gulf. Over the past 35 years, the company has built more than 40,000 homes. Innovative technology, inspired design and committed customer service provide Great Gulf homeowners with unmatched comfort and peace of mind. This is how Great Gulf delivers the “Live Greatly” promise. Visit Great Gulf ’s Westfield presentation centre at 8450 Mississauga Rd., on the west side of the road, just north of Steeles Avenue. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday closed. For more information, call 905.866.6876 or visit greatgulf.com

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//MORTGAGE FINESSE

DOING THE MATH

Choosing between fixed and variable rate mortgages » by CALUM ROSS Year over year, perhaps the most contested issue in the mortgage market is the age-old decision of choosing between a fixed and variable rate mortgage. Hundreds of

CALUM ROSS

is senior vice-president and practicing mortgage agent with The Mortgage Centre. He has appeared on Canada AM, Investment Television, BNN and Citytv. He holds an MBA in finance and is an Accredited Mortgage Professional. He can be reached at 416.410.9905.

thousands of dollars of personal financial research dollars have been poured into making the case and giving the final decisive pearl of wisdom to consumers. Here is some wisdom that will work in any set of market conditions, and perhaps most importantly, will help you determine the best choice for your own personal risk tolerance and financial circumstances. Anyone who suggests you should go with either a fixed or variable rate mortgage without knowing your long term goals, the longer term picture of your cash flow and your own individual risk tolerance, is a financial professional you should be very wary of. I have more than seven years of post-secondary education, I have worked directly in the global treasury operations of one of Canada’s big five banks, and I can assure you – anyone who pretends to know what is going to happen with long term interest rates is either delusional or has a grossly exaggerated opinion of themselves. At any given time, Canada’s capital markets represent about three per cent or less of global capital markets and our economy is heavily reliant on exports to our key trading partners. For Canadian mortgage consumers, no matter how closely we watch our own economy, we will always be subject to changes in our capital markets (debt and equity markets) as a result of shocks to the global system and particularly shocks to our key trading partner – the United States of America. What this means to the fixed versus variable decision is this: at any given time, there is a set spread between the difference in the discounted five-year fixed rate (the most popular long-term mortgage product) and the discounted variable rate product. This spread can increase or decrease in response to movements in the overnight lending rate set by the Bank of Canada and the Government of Canada bond market. This difference in rate represents the premium that mortgage consumers have to pay for the peace of mind that a longer term fixed mortgage offers. Conversely, the difference in savings for going variable represents the reward for taking on the extra risk of not locking in your rate and protecting yourself against future potential rate movements. In reality, the only thing a longer term fixed mortgage gives you is a guarantee against your rate and subsequently your payment moving for a longer period. In fact, it is essentially an insurance premium against interest rate risk, and like all insurance premiums, they change and are more or less valuable to different market participants.

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The difference between this longer term fixed rate and the variable rates, rise and fall in different market conditions. Traditionally, the difference between short and long-term rates is highest when inflation is high – at some of these points in time, the difference was more than two per cent. When inflation is extraordinarily low, the difference in these two rates has been as low as less than 0.5 per cent. Regardless of the difference in the two rates, the relative cost-benefit analysis really comes down to your own tolerance for risk and how much you ultimately pay (cost) for that piece of mind, or stand to gain (save) from taking the extra risk. Only you can ultimately gauge that decision, but if you want to do the math, it is fairly simple – just multiply the mortgage balance you have or were considering taking between the difference in the fixed versus variable. For example – if you have a $100,000 mortgage and the difference between a competitive fixed rate mortgage and a variable rate mortgage is one per cent, then the additional premium per year for that peace of mind is $1,000 or $100,0000 x (the difference in interest rates). If this cost seems reasonable, you are likely psychologically suited for a longer term fixed mortgage. If it seems expensive, you are more likely a candidate for a variable rate mortgage. One final caveat: there is no amount of financial gain that ever warrants putting yourself under financial duress. When it comes to mortgage or financial decisions, the wise consumer does not take on more risk than they can financially handle. The implication – if you can’t afford an upswing in rates then going variable is not a sound decision in any economy.

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//TAXING ISSUES

Selling an INVESTMENT PROPERTY » by HENRY CHOO CHONG

I purchased a rental investment property several years ago. Every year I have filed the rental income on my tax return. This year I sold the property. In addition to my rental income, what tax implications will I have to report?

Jared, Toronto

A HENRY CHOO CHONG,

CGA, sits on many committees and provides accounting and tax services to individuals and businesses in the GTA. He can be reached at 416.485.5225. Questions to Taxing Issues can be emailed to choochonghcga@yahoo.ca

Hopefully, you made a profit! The real estate market has been healthy for the past several years and continues to be strong, over the long term. Selling a real estate investment property will generate either a capital gain/loss or a recapture of income/terminal loss. You will have a capital gain when the proceeds of the sale exceed the original cost of the property. A capital gain must be included in your personal tax return (if you own it personally) and is taxed on 50 per cent of the gains at your personal tax rate. A capital loss occurs when the cost is greater than your proceeds. The capital losses should be included on your personal return and applied against capital gains in that year. Any excess losses can be carried back three years, or carried forward indefinitely to reduce capital gains. In calculating the capital gain/loss, determining the adjusted cost of the property is an essential factor. The adjusted cost must include not just the purchase price but also other costs incurred that had to be capitalized. As well, the proceeds of disposition are all the cost, including the selling price and adjustments pertaining to the sale of the investment. In addition to the capital gains/losses, you may have a recapture of income. This occurs when you are taking Capital Cost allowance (depreciation) on the building, in any of the years that it was owned by you. The balance in this account is called the “undepreciated portion.” A recapture of income occurs when the lesser of the proceeds and the cost of the property is higher than the

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Undepreciated Capital Cost (UCC). The recapture of income is taxed in its entirety at your personal tax rate. Alternatively, a terminal loss occurs when the lesser of the proceeds and the cost of the property is less than the UCC. This terminal loss can be applied in the current year to reduce other income (such as salaries or business income). Any unused amounts can be carried back three years or carried forward. Good record keeping is essential to calculate the correct gains or losses. The opinions and views expressed herein are those of the author and not those of New Home Guide. New Home Guide does not necessarily endorse or encourage any specific tax strategies. Please consult a tax professional for advice specific to your particular situation.

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//INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

New home design is becoming ever Green » by HUGH HERON When I think back over the 45 years that I’ve been in the new home building industry, I am amazed at how far we’ve come in terms of quality. When you buy a new

HUGH HERON

is Principal and Partner in the Heron Group of Companies and President of Heathwood Homes, as well as a former Member of the Board of Directors of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., and a Past President of the Toronto Home Builders’ Association and the Ontario Home Builders’ Association.

home, you benefit from the most advanced building techniques and materials – and nowadays, that includes Green features that lessen wear and tear on the environment and save you on utilities costs. This approach to construction is so universally agreed upon that Ontario Building Code has advanced to require that all new homes reach EnerGuide 80 levels of energy efficiency. As of Jan. 1, 2012, any company applying for a building permit in Ontario has to comply with this standard. Then there are third-party rating systems that builders can adopt such as Energy Star and LEED, and in the case of Heathwood Homes, we have created our own Green Home Energy Program that combines Energy Star features and many other green elements. What does this all mean for the consumer? When shopping for a new home, find out what each builder means by “Green.” Adding energy-efficient features and systems adds to construction costs, which means you will pay more. It may well be worth it to you. Find out first what is included. Ask questions about the green products and techniques and find out whether they have been tested enough. As I often say, avoid seeing Green through rose-coloured glasses.

When shopping for a new home, find out what each builder means by “Green.” The reason I caution about that is based on history. Since we first started to hear about the ecology movement decades ago, some experimental products came onto the market that didn’t work out so well. During the 1970s, there was the trend toward energy-efficiency in Canada became all the rage, and urea-formaldehyde foam insulation (UFFI) was installed in homes, thinking it was a step forward in our approach to helping the environment. In fact, the substance hadn’t been tested enough and was often installed improperly – causing overexposure to the toxic gas formaldehyde. Finally, in 1980, the use of UFFI was banned in Canada. Another example from the 1970s is solar energy, which was introduced before it had been developed enough to actually be an effective heating source. The technology simply wasn’t there in those days. It is advancing quickly today, but is it far enough along that it will make a valid difference to homeowners? The 48 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | APRIL 5 - 19, 2014

same goes for thermal energy. We can extract heat from the ground, but are our current methods advanced enough to make it worthwhile? How about windmills? There are conflicting opinions on how much and even whether they make a difference. Who’s right? Another way to look at Green aspects when you are shopping for a new home is whether the items the builder is including will be obsolete within a short period of time. Do your homework. Read about these things and ask questions. Think of technology in other areas like computers. So much of what we buy today is passé in a short period of time. On the other hand, like computers and televisions, if you continually wait for the best and most advanced, tried-andtrue technology you’ll never buy anything. As homebuyers become more educated, they want to know about the Green features in houses, whether they are looking at new homes or resale. That’s a good thing. Of course you want a home that is energy efficient, and the new homes of today are the resale homes of tomorrow. Remember that everything comes with the responsibility to do research on your part, especially with one of the largest financial investments you will ever make.

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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF

your decor centre appointment As Geranium Homes’ marketing director and a purchaser of a number of new homes in my lifetime, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of the selection of your interior finishes. This appointment is

scheduled by your builder in the early weeks of construction and is held at the decor centre. This might be one centrally located showroom or it may be an area designated within the sales centre. I recently spoke to Wendy Wotton of WJW Design, an experienced decor consultant who meets with Geranium’s new-home buyers at The Neighbourhoods of Cardinal Point in Stouffville and The Verandas in Port Hope to complete their interior finishes. Wotton has been helping owners to personalize their new homes for the past 15 years. “I am fortunate to work with people from all stages of life. First homebuyers who are enthusiastic and excited about the prospect of owning their own place, those moving into larger homes because they need more room for their growing families, as well as retirees seeking well-designed and functional space more suited to a carefree lifestyle,” says Wotton. Her number one piece of advice to purchasers is to visit the decor centre well in advance, to review the samples available. Wotton also recommends coming to the selection appointment with a colour scheme and budget amount in mind; this is particularly helpful when more than one person is involved in decisions. “Study the floor plan of the home you’ve purchased and have an idea of where you are likely to place furniture. This will help us to locate cable and phone rough-ins when we meet,” Wotton says. We all have limited resources so it is advisable to consider what items to put your money towards and what can be postponed for installation at a future date. Wotton suggests that materials such as flooring are areas that should receive consideration. After all, flooring – especially in today’s open concept designs – accounts for a large area of the home. “If you have your heart set on a particular tile or hardwood, chances are it will pull together your entire home and give you a lot of happiness when you move in. Some items are expensive and messy if tackled while you are trying to live in the home,” she notes. Wotton’s clients also appreciate her advice when it comes to making kitchens more functional. “Corner hinged doors, pot and pan drawers and angled corner cabinets are just a few ways to maximize kitchen storage space,” she says.

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My advice is to take full advantage of the knowledge a decor centre consultant has to share about materials, decor and trends. Ask them any questions you believe will assist you to make decisions that you’ll be comfortable with for a number of years. “I am so lucky to meet many people and to have the opportunity to help them personalize one of the biggest investments they’ll make,” adds Wotton. This is part of a series of articles on topics of interest to new-home buyers, authored by Sue Webb Smith, marketing director for Geranium Homes.

//LEGALLY SPEAKING

FINANCING AND WHAT HAPPENS

if it goes wrong?

» by JAYSON SCHWARZ

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LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and senior partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. If you have a topic in mind, mail, deliver or fax letters to the magazine or to the firm, email (info@schwarzlaw.ca) and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

Before you go new-home shopping, visit your bank, trust company or other financial institution to see what amount of mortgage you qualify for. Take your significant other, if you have one, because everyone’s income and assets help. Once you know how much you can borrow, secure the best rate you can and lock it in for as long a period as possible. Don’t be afraid to negotiate – the banks want and need your business. Don’t be afraid to shop around for rates and lock-in periods. You should also visit the sales centre armed with your knowledge and check what mortgage rate and term the builder is offering. Take note that the builder may have brought the rate down to make his package more attractive or forced his bank as part of his deal with them to offer special rates. Remember, if your bank’s offered rate and terms are

It is critical you get the right advice, and only a lawyer can provide legal advice – that is the law.

close, you may be able to negotiate a better deal with the builder. If you do not take the builder mortgage you may be able to get some leverage in your overall negotiations as the builder may save money by not having to pay his bank for the better rate. Question this and make sure you understand all of the financing details. Regardless of where you go to get financing, get your commitment in writing! When we walk into that sales centre, all ready to buy our beautiful new home, perhaps the most important piece of the puzzle we need to have is security in our financial arrangements. A tragedy waiting to happen occurs when you sign an unconditional offer, give your hard-earned, harder-saved deposit to the builder and later find out you do not qualify for the mortgage. In other words, don’t buy the home unless you have a mortgage commitment or a conditional deal. This leads us into the next part of the discussion – what happens if it goes wrong? An Agreement of Purchase and Sale for the purchase of land is a contract, and once it is signed it binds both parties to certain obligations. If either party does not hold up to their end of the arrangement, they can be held liable to the other party for either specific performance or damages. Firstly, if the purchasers default, they will likely lose their deposit. The builder will then have the option of suing to force them to close the deal and pay all legal fees related thereto, or sue them for any damages the builder might suffer before he resells the condo (for items such as interest, changes and price differential) and legal fees. Sometimes, in a booming market, kindhearted builders will release purchasers who have made a mistake or encountered personal tragedies. But don’t count on it! The moral of the story is to make sure you have financing or that the offer is conditional for a few days on both financing and review by a lawyer. It is critical you get the right advice, and only a lawyer can provide legal advice – that is the law. When you select a lawyer, find one who cares about you and a long-term relationship. Happy home hunting! Perhaps the most difficult part of writing these articles relates not to the actual writing, but thinking of a topic to address. Visit the website at schwarzlaw.ca, or email me at info@schwarzlaw.ca. I will try to deal with them in print or electronic form.

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Total Health 2014 emphasizes the importance of living healthy every day, and living with a strong connection to ones own spirit and consciousness. This event features 60 international speakers on three main theatres, two exhibition hall demo stages, a raw café oasis, spa oasis and more than 200 exhibits devoted to a natural lifestyle. totalhealthshow.com APR 5-6

Monster Jam

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Good Food and Drink Festival

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The Good Food and Drink Festival hosts manufacturers of beer, spirits, fine wine and gourmet food from around the world. Food available for sampling includes baked goods, sauces, health food, cheeses and meats paired with a glass from one of many Ontario-based wineries. Hear experts and celebrity guests offer advice to budding connoisseurs and address the most pressing topics in the food and beverage industry. Attendees are also welcome to join The Dairy Farmers of Canada as they unveil a new series of presentations on Canadian cow milk, cheese storage and cheese pairings with beer and wine. goodfoodanddrinkfestival.com APR 5-8

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//IN THE NEWS

New home builders

RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE Tarion Warranty Corp. announced today the finalists for the 2014 Tarion Awards of Excellence, the only awards in Ontario that recognize new home builders based solely on their customer service delivery.

“Attention to detail has become essential in today’s competitive home building industry and this extends past the construction phase into a superior experience after taking possession of a new home,” says Tarion President and CEO Howard Bogach. “The 2014 Tarion Awards of Excellence finalists have been recognized by their home buyers for providing first-in-class after-sales service, which is what truly resonates with homeowners for years after the sale is complete.” Finalists were determined based on the results of a comprehensive survey sent to almost 46,800 Ontario homeowners who took possession of a new home between Oct. 1, 2012 and Sept. 30, 2013. More than 6,400 survey responses were received, representing 14 per cent of consumers who bought a new home in Ontario during that time. The results were tabulated by Crunch Research in partnership with Harris Decima. Survey questions focused on homeowners’ satisfaction with their builder, covering every stage in the homeownerbuilder relationship from the signing of the Agreement of Purchase and Sale, through construction and the pre-delivery period, to after-sales service. To qualify for the Awards, builders must have at least five new home possessions during the survey timeframe and a specified number of completed questionnaires must have been received. Award recipients will be announced at a luncheon in Toronto on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. The following new home builders compete in four award categories: small, medium, large volume and highrise.

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HIGHRISE BUILDER CATEGORY

(More than 100 highrise possessions per year) The Daniels Corporation, Toronto Domicile, Ottawa The Tricar Group, London Tridel, Toronto One Sherway T4 Inc., Toronto (A joint venture between Menkes and Great Gulf Homes) LARGE VOLUME BUILDER CATEGORY

(More than 100 possessions per year) Fusion Homes, Guelph Devonleigh Homes Inc., Orangeville Great Gulf Homes, Toronto Monarch Corporation, Toronto Pidel Homes, Guelph

MEDIUM VOLUME BUILDER CATEGORY

(21-100 possessions per year) Geertsma Homes, Belleville Grey Forest Homes, St. Catharines Hayhoe Homes, St. Thomas Klemencic Homes, Trenton Wrighthaven Homes Ltd., Elora

SMALL VOLUME BUILDER CATEGORY

(5-20 possessions per year) Castell Homes, London Castlemount Homes, Gormley Dwyer Homes, Strathroy Larry Otten Contracting, Stratford S.L. Witty Construction, Barrie Van EI, Mount Pleasant

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//COMMUNITY FOCUS

ASPEN RIDGE KETTLE LAKES MODELS – TH3

Designer-decorated models at Kettle Lakes club on Bayview puts the “fun” in functional

LOCATION Richmond Hill HOUSING TYPE Model townhomes SALES CENTRE Bayview Avenue, south of Bethesda Side Road, open Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and holidays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday by appointment CONTACT 289.234.1064 visit aspenridgehomes.com

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ou can tour three spectacular designer-decorated model townhomes at Aspen Ridge’s Kettle Lakes Club on Bayview in Richmond Hill. The models offer an in-person look at what living in this successful community will be like. Aspen Ridge calls these homes MOTO Modern Towns, and that’s just what they are – modern townhome designs that motivate exceptional living in an ideal urban-suburban location. Live in a two-storey, three-bedroom town next to the Oak Ridges Moraine close to a multitude of modern amenities. Each design features a main floor powder room, two bathrooms on the second level, and a master bedroom with a sitting area and either one or two walk-in closets. Sabrina Albanese, a designer at The Brand Factory, did a beautiful job of appointing and furnishing the models to appeal to the wide variety of purchasers attracted to Kettle Lakes Club. “Most of the layouts are brand new and designed especially for this community,” she says. “Aspen Ridge’s designs are well laid out and come with amazing features and finishes. Each model has a different combination of standards and upgrades, and they all show just how livable these floorplans are.”

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Providing quality luxury homes with exceptional customer service, awardwinning Aspen Ridge and its group of companies have been leaders in Canadian Construction for more than 50 years. One of them is the TH3, which is appointed with mostly standards. Albanese says she made selections based on a young artistic couple or family choosing this design. “The maple flooring and colourful accessories are reminiscent of Scandinavian decor. To enhance the playfulness of this bright townhome, we added modern classics such as the tulip chairs, which flank the trendy neon sign in the breakfast nook. Also on trend, the record player between the dining and living rooms on the spacious first floor is a popular item with young adults today. The owners of this suite will be somewhat educated in design and have a flair for fun.” She points out that the maple floors and staircase are standards. “The kitchen is both practical and stunning, with the colourful backsplash adding tremendous visual interest. With a colour palette of white and blue, this town is happy and fresh.” Owners of the TH3 will appreciate having the laundry room on the second floor, as well as a cold cellar and threepiece rough-in on the basement level. Be sure to tour the TH4 and TH7 models as well. You can also view the virtual MOTO Modern Towns tour on the Aspen Ridge website for an idea of how the clean, contemporary townhomes will complement both the natural surroundings and the modern architecture on the nearby Oak Ridges Community Centre with its a six-lane leisure pool, water slide and gym. Aspen Ridge designed the exteriors with a touch of “downtown Toronto” to evoke the feel of a modern country club community.

In addition to being within walking distance to Lake Wilcox, Sunset Beach and the Oak Ridges Community Centre, Kettle Lakes Club is minutes to shopping, golf courses, entertainment and other amenities. Hillcrest Mall and the numerous retail shops along Yonge Street are easily accessible, as are Hwys. 400 and 404, GO Transit and York Region Transit. Available towns range in size from 1,640 to 1,752 sq. ft., with prices beginning from $539,990. Providing quality luxury homes with exceptional customer service, awardwinning Aspen Ridge and its group of companies have been leaders in Canadian Construction for more than 50 years. A tradition of excellence, a wealth of expertise and a dedicated commitment to quality are what set Aspen Ridge apart. The Kettle Lakes Club Sales Office is located on Bayview Avenue, just south of Bethesda Side Road. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday by appointment. Call 289.234.1064 or visit aspenridgehomes.com APRIL 5 - 19, 2014 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 59

//IN THE NEWS

ENERQUALITY

ANNOUNCES 2013 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE WINNERS

Ontario leader in Green building programs recognizes Best of the Best at 14th Annual Awards Gala

he ability to innovate continues to be a key factor that separates the best from the rest in the residential construction industry, as leaders in the residential building, renovation and construction industry were recently recognized for their achievements during EnerQuality’s 14th Annual Awards of Excellence Gala at the Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls. “The future of development, home building and renovations is being written by

the innovators,” says Corey McBurney, president, EnerQuality. “Our awards recognize the leaders in our industry who have embraced quality and sustainability as core values.” Over the last 10 years, the industry has made enormous strides to improve building performance. EnerQuality’s Awards of Excellence draw attention to the “best of the best” who are making energy efficient and sustainable housing the norm. Selected by an awards jury of industry professionals, winners were presented with hand crafted crystal awards at the Awards Gala, which took place during the Ontario Home Builders’ Association/EnerQuality Builder and Renovator Forum.

Empire Communities, Ontario Green Builder of the Year

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Doug Tarry of Doug Tarry Homes, Energy Star for New Homes Builder of the Year

Darlene Fraser, Eastforest Homes; Jim Dunstan, Union Gas; Rick Martins, Eastforest Homes; Andy Goyda, OwensCorning; Gary Sharp, CHBA.

2013 WINNERS (partial list) MIDHAVEN HOMES EnerQuality’s Energy Star for New Homes Builder of the Year – Large Volume Builder and DOUG TARRY HOMES EnerQuality’s Energy Star For New Homes Builder of the Year – Mid Volume Builder In recognition of their corporate commitment to energy efficiency by labeling their homes under the Energy Star for New Homes program UNION GAS AND ENBRIDGE GAS Industry Partner of the Year In recognition for going “above and beyond” for builders by providing design, construction and marketing support to help them build energy efficient Green homes EASTFOREST HOMES, UNION GAS, BUILDING KNOWLEDGE, OWENS CORNING Leader of the Year In recognition of their extraordinary commitment, advocacy and leadership in driving the growth of energy efficiency and Green building in Ontario over the past year MIDHAVEN HOMES Best Green Marketing Campaign In recognition of a builder that has most successfully integrated energy efficiency and Green into their overall marketing program ROSS ELLIOTT Hall of Fame In recognition of an individual who, over the course of their career, has made a lasting impact on energy efficiency and Green building in the housing industry 62 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | APRIL 5 - 19, 2014

EMPIRE COMMUNITIES Ontario Green Builder of the Year Sponsored by Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) In recognition of an outstanding home builder that has led the residential building industry in environmental responsibility About EnerQuality EnerQuality designs and delivers Green building programs to the residential construction industry. A social enterprise, EnerQuality is working to transform Ontario’s housing into the most energy efficient and sustainable in the world. Programs are voluntary and market-based, designed to support builders and renovators with education and tools to achieve high performance building standards. Notable programs include Energy Star for New Homes and GreenHouse Certified Construction. For more information, visit enerquality.ca

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6 DESIGNER DECORATED MODEL HOMES NOW OPEN

Visit Stonemanor Woods to discover countryside estate living minutes from downtown Barrie LOCATION Barrie HOUSING TYPE Master-planned community of fully-detached homes CONTACT tributecommunities.com yorkwoodhomes.com

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reated by two of the GTAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading builders, Yorkwood Homes and Tribute Communities, Stonemanor Woods is a master-planned community of fully-detached homes that offers the best of luxury countryside living just minutes from the heart of Barrie. With the six designer decorated model homes now open, prospective homebuyers can experience the ultimate in country living for themselves. The elegant model homes have been carefully selected to showcase the entire range of breathtaking bungalow and two-storey designs available in this community. Discover bungalows (with available lofts) and two-storey homes on traditional 42-, 52- and 62-ft. lots. Featuring a wide range of designs, you are sure to find something that perfectly fits your vision of luxury estate living. These exquisitely appointed homes range from modern to traditional, boasting premium features and finishes and a variety of innovative layouts.

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES & YORKWOOD HOMES | Stonemanor Woods Are you looking to downsize your home without downsizing on luxury? Stonemanor Woods’ refined bungalow loft models feature lavish master suites, high ceilings and convenient open-concept living centred on the homes’ main floor. For those looking for more expansive luxury designs, Stonemanor’s two-storey models offer unrivalled elegance, with room to spare. Too numerous to mention, the highlights of some of the upgraded features and finishes include: white porcelain tiles in the foyers, coffered ceilings, traditional panelled walls, gas fireplaces, granite and quartz countertops, extra-deep soaker tubs, engineered hardwood floors and much more. Stonemanor Woods also offers traditional 140-ft.-deep lots that are rare today. These lots feature extra deep backyards – the perfect places to garden, or just sit back and enjoy the pristine natural splendour of this inspired family community.

Featuring classic Craftsman and Georgian architecture, the homes at Stonemanor Woods feature elevations of brick, stone and heritage style Hardie Board cladding, with large covered porches and double and triple car garages. Featuring classic Craftsman and Georgian architecture, the homes at Stonemanor Woods feature elevations of brick, stone and heritage style Hardie Board cladding, with large covered porches and double and triple car garages. Interiors offer spacious Great Rooms, gourmet kitchens, private master bedrooms and lavish master ensuites. With such an elegant collection of homes to choose from, you’re sure to find something special at Stonemanor Woods. With downtown Barrie just minutes away, Stonemanor Woods offers the best of country living and city convenience at one remarkable location. The many shops of Barrie’s Bayfield Street are just a five-minute drive away – with major retailers such as Walmart, Old Navy and more, as well as Georgian Mall and numerous restaurants. A few minutes further south brings you to the many shops and restaurants that skirt Kempenfelt Bay. Barrie’s waterfront is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic dinner, or a leisurely walk along the North Shore Trail. And boat owners can just head down to the marina and sail away on a warm summer breeze. For more information, visit tributecommunities.com or yorkwoodhomes.com

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//IN THE NEWS

No bubble to burst

IN CANADA’S HOUSING MARKET Fears of a housing bubble are exaggerated, though Canadian house prices may be headed for a modest decline nationally and in some local markets, according to The Conference Board of Canada’s initial Housing Briefing: Bubble Fears Overblown. “Mortgage costs, not just house prices, are the principal deciding factor for potential homebuyers,” says Robin Wiebe, senior economist, Centre for Municipal Studies. “Mortgage rates are expected to rise this year, but not dramatically, because the Canadian economy remains in a slowgrowth mode. “The housing market may be undergoing a correction in some regions and market segments, but it is more likely to be a soft landing than a bubble bursting.” Fears of a housing bubble hinge on the ratio of house prices to apartment rents and house prices to incomes. The Conference Board’s view is that while these ratios are high, they are also misleading. Better indicators of affordability are the ratio of mortgage payments to rents and mortgage payments to incomes, and neither presents much cause for alarm about a housing bubble.

The housing market may be undergoing a correction in some regions and market segments, but it is more likely to be a soft landing than a bubble bursting

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In addition, Canadian employment continues to increase, albeit modestly, and the national population is growing. In general, housing starts are in line with demographic requirements, and markets do not appear to be overbuilt. Total housing starts in Canadian cities with at least 10,000 residents ended 2013 at just below 170,000 units. Although down from nearly 194,000 starts in 2012, this is in line with Canada’s 25-year average. Furthermore, a low proportion of Canadian mortgages are in arrears. As a result, a market downturn in Canada would not be amplified by a wave of “distressed” home sales, as occurred in the United States in the 2000s. Over the medium-term, a modest market correction, particularly in market segments in Ontario and Quebec as projected rising interest rates potentially crimp affordability, could produce a moderate decline in the national average housing price. Toronto’s resale market is balanced. Sales stabilized in June 2013, and rose on a year-over-year basis during each of the six months leading up to the end of 2013. Price growth remains healthy and a major price correction is hard to envision, given solid employment and population growth. While the condominium market is at some risk, a soft landing appears to be the most likely scenario.

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INDUSTRY APPLAUDS PROVINCE FOR PROPOSING NEW BUILDING OPTIONS

Wood is good: six-storey wood buildings coming to Ontario The building industry has long advocated for Ontario to adopt an OBC six storey wood standard similar to what currently exists in British Columbia

The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA), the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) applaud the provincial government’s proposal to allow for the construction of six-storey wood-frame buildings.

All three associations recognize the leadership of Premier Kathleen Wynne and Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Linda Jeffrey on this important proposal that provides new building options for the land development and building industry. “Communities across Ontario, from London to North Bay, will all benefit from the housing, rental and office opportunities that this provincial proposal provides,” says Joe Vaccaro, CEO of OHBA. “We look forward to seeing Ontario projects this year.” Currently, the Ontario Building Code limits wood-frame construction to four storeys. The building industry has long advocated for Ontario to adopt an OBC six storey wood standard similar to what currently exists in British Columbia. BC has benefited from over 100 building projects as a result, giving B.C. consumers new housing and rental choices. “The proposed change would result in the construction of safe, affordable midrise buildings that will bring new housing and rental options to our communities and vibrancy to our streets,” says BILD president and CEO Bryan Tuckey. “More importantly, we believe this proposal will help cities and towns achieve their goals of planning for the up to 100,000 people and 50,000 jobs that come to the GTA every year.” In May 2013, the Associations’ strong planning and economic rationales were outlined in the report, Unlocking the Potential for Mid-Rise Buildings: Six Storey 70 NEW HOME GUIDE GTA | APRIL 5 - 19, 2014

Wood Structures, commissioned by BILD and authored by former City of Toronto Chief Planner Paul Bedford. The report showed that these lands are often well-served by existing infrastructure and transit, and midrise buildings can help to meet the demand of the increasing population of the region, offering a variety of sizes and design features for people of all ages. “Permitting six-storey wood structures in Ontario will generate new innovated design options from the building community,” says Richard Lyall, President of RESCON. OHBA, BILD and RESCON look forward to working with all stakeholders, including the Canadian Wood Council and the Ontario Forestry Industries Association, on this safe and affordable building option.

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St Clair Ave E

Passmore Ave

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Spadina

Dundas St. W.

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Evans Ave

Keele St.

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QEW

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Queensway

Cosburn Ave

O'Connor Dr.

Woodbine Ave

Yonge St.

Bloor St.

Avenue Rd

Dupont St.

Laird Dr

Dundas St W

Dufferin St

Davenport Rd.

Pharmacy Rd Victoria Park

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Allen Expressway

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McCowan Rd

St Clair Ave.

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Caledonia Rd

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Midland Ave

Islington Ave

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Wilson Ave

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from $650,000

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

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Danforth’s Crossing 416-924-8338 •

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from $350,000 6G

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Canterbury 647-352-2130 • from $767,000 9E

BEAVERBROOK HOMES

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Port Union 416-287-3128 • • from $520,000 18E

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City of Vaughan

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King-Vaughan Rd

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Jane St

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from $850,000

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from $870,000

36 8E

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Vaughan Valley Estates 905-303-4728 •

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Thornhill Ravines 905-417-1203 •

from $1100,000

31 14G

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King Oaks 905-833-6413 • from $1300,000

38 12A

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Renaissance Townes 905-770-7002

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Riverside Village 416-253-5888

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Oak Knoll 905-773-9257 • from $615,000

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The Royal at Bayview Glen 905-709-5700

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Kettle Lakes Club 289-231-2849

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Mission Hill on Bayview 905-884-8885

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20 NORTH STAR HOMES

King’s Crossing 416-291-9666

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Hillside Manors 905-770-4662

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Accolades in Markham 905-471-2852 •

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19 6F

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31 7F

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37 12D

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fieldgatehomes.com • •

21 13E

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21 13E

15 OPUS HOMES

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20 FIELDGATE HOMES

BlueSky Stouffville 905-640-0002 •

from $640,000

Insert & 25 18F

24 BALLANTRY HOMES

Cornell ballantryhomes.com • • from $490,000

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Cornell Rouge 905-472-7667 • • from $600,000

11 & 31 8F

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Cornell Rouge cornellrouge.com • from $520,000

11 8F

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Uptownes at Cardinal Point 905-640-9999 •

from $365,000

28-29 7F

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Harmony 905-305-8871 • from $560,000

13 5I

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Aurora Woods on Bayview 905-727-5794 •

19 13H

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from $390,000 17F

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The New U 905-534-1564

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The New U 905-477-0317

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from $550,000 5G

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Bovaird Trail 905-640-7361

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from $2597,000 14H

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Wismer Commons 905-907-1500

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from $450,000 6F

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The Arbors 905-503-0992

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from $590,000 14F

10 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Havelock Town Manors 289-301-0077

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from $569,000

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from $495,000 6G

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from $598,000 6G

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Heritage Estates 905-640-2274

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from $283,000 18E

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Angus Glen West Village 905-887-9950

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from $434,000 18F

28 PRESTON HOMES

Copper Hills 905-954-4050

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Upper Cornell 905-554-3446

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Wismer Woods 416-746-1234

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from $575,000 7F

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from $600,000 7F

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Coventry Valley 905-836-8902

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Potter’s Bend 905-294-3125

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Victoria Highlands 416-924-0110

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Woodland Hills 905-907-1500

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Mill Fair Village

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from $896,000 3G

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The Forest 416-746-1234 • from $490,000

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West Ridge Place Orillia 905-773-9997 •

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from $330,000 14E

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11 BALLYMORE HOMES

Lakeside Meadows 1-877-455-0201

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from $293,000 9G

12 PREVIN COURT HOMES

Victorian Village 1-855-7PREVIN

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from $280,000

13 AVERTON HOMES

Victoria Highlands 416-924-0110

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from $450,000 9H

13 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Victoria Highlands 416-410-0175

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from $580,000 9H

14 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

King Country Estates 905-558-0098

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from $700,000 7K

14 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

King Country Estates 905-558-0255

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from $780,000 7K

14 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

King Country Estates 905-907-1500

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from $750,000 7K

17 BROOKFIELD HOMES

Grand Central 905-778-0873

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from $340,000

24 KAITLIN CORPORATION

Blue Shores 1-866-625-2583

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from $380,000 2E

32 COUNTRY HOMES

Alcona by the Lake 1-866-531-3424

•

from $300,000 7G

33 SANDIEGO HOMES

Lakeside Living in Innisfil 705-436-5445

•

from $285,000 7F

37 PRISTINE HOMES

Pebbleshores 705-436-5547

•

from $240,000 7G

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

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from $200,000 5E

40 ROYALPARK HOMES

Emerald Forest royalpark.com

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from $200,000

41 DELPARK HOMES

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

from $298,000 3E

43 BREMONT HOMES

Centretown 1-877-855-1122

•

from $234,000 5E

•

44 RAYMAC HOMES

Brennan Enclave 705-516-0681

•

from $252,000 6G

44 BROOKFIELD HOMES

Treetops 1-855-590-3577

•

from $340,000

44 ORCHARD RIDGE HOMES

Treetops 1-855-590-3577

•

from $280,000

45 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Dreamfields in Bradford 416-410-0175

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from $300,000

45 REGAL CREST HOMES

Dreamfields in Bradford

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45 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Dreamfields in Bradford

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46 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Creekside 705-444-0555

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from $210,000 3E

47 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Parkside by Devonleigh 705-435-9991

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from $275,000 6H

48 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Brownley Meadows 705-423-9662

•

from $225,000 6G

55 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Briarwood Estates 705-294-2288

•

from $420,000 7G

59 BROOKFIELD HOMES

Fieldstone 1-855-379-1495

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from $590,000 5J

59 DELPARK HOMES

Fieldstone MyFieldstone.ca

•

from $570,000 5J

60 BRIARWOOD HOMES

Pretty River Collingwood 1-888-257-1999

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from $310,000 3E

70 FAR SIGHT HOMES

Greenfields 1-855-299-7929

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MATTAMY HOMES | Cranberry Hill

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Fresh urban home styles are the order of the day. The homes radiate with natural light because of oversized windows, which also allow for splendid views of the streetscapes and variety of homes. Front porches compel neighbourly conversations and recessed garages make sure your home shows its best side to the street. Gently curved streets will help keep traffic in a calm state and create a more intimate neighbourhood. Cranberry Hill represents one of those rare opportunities where you won’t have to choose price over location or style. You can have it all. Community features are built around family life and they will make Cranberry Hill perfect for families just starting out or families looking for a way to stay in touch with city life while enjoying life outside the city. There are parks, playgrounds, walking/biking trails and easy access to schools, shopping, and recreational facilities. There is a brand new YMCA just a short walk, quick jog or fast bike ride away. No matter what activities you enjoy from skiing to spelunking, you’ll find it close to your home in Cranberry Hill. Nearby is one of the province’s finest sightseeing attractions, Great Falls. You are also near the local portion of the famous Bruce Trail where the biking, hiking and cross-country skiing are second to none. This is a perfect time to search for a new home and if you’d like to get a solid idea of the kind of homes and features you’ll find in Cranberry Hill, visit Mattamy’s four model homes in the Kitchener community of Wildflowers. Or just down the road at Mattamy’s signature community of The Preserve in Oakville, you will also find four model homes that will take your breath away. Cranberry Hill offers your family the best in contemporary home styles with an urban flair in a town that is well situated to provide everything you need as soon as you need it. For information on all Mattamy communities in and around the GTA and to pre-register for Cranberry Hill, visit mattamyhomes.com

Mattamy Homes is well known for its ability to plan communities focused on the needs of residents. They take what their more than 35 years of experience has taught them and continue to refine their homes and neighbourhoods so they offer the very best in today’s expectations for new homes and communities. Everything is designed to make sure families enjoy every single day. Cranberry Hill offers affordable, stylish and contemporary family living in a perfect location. You’ll find a variety of 30- and 36-ft. detached homes and smartly designed, distinctive townhomes. APRIL 5 - 19, 2014 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 87

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Apart from emotions, a real estate transaction involves money – lots of it. This is probably the biggest and most complicated purchase you’ll make in your lifetime, so hiring qualified professionals who have been there, done that is key to a solid, successful, and hopefully, stress-free experience. Don’t think of it as spending money, rather as saving you hassle and avoiding mistakes that could cost you a bundle in the long run. MORTGAGE BROKER The broker’s job is to find the

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Windows on the Green

AMACON

The Towns at Parkside Village 705-435-9991

STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Churchill Woods starlanehomes.com •

GREENPARK HOMES

Churchill Woods churchillwoods.ca • • • $529,000 4E

CONSERVATORY GROUP

Central Park North 905-890-0195

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DUNPAR HOMES

Heritage Gate heritagegate.ca

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from $500,000 6F

DEZEN HOMES

McLaughlin 905-696-7938

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from $544,000 8B

FOREST HILL HOMES

Derry Village Mississauga 905-795-8307

from $550,000 8B

DUNPAR HOMES

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mattamyhomes.com •

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10 STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Mount Pleasant Meadows

meadowsbrampton.com

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from $430,000

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10 VALERY HOMES

Mount Pleasant Meadows

meadowsbrampton.com

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from $430,000

11 FIELDGATE HOMES

Lotus Pointe Caledon

fieldgatehomes.com • •

12 GREAT GULF HOMES

Westfield 905-866-6876 • from $580,000

38 7Q

21 PRIMONT HOMES

Centretown 905-495-5067 • • • from $356,000

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22 TOWNWOOD HOMES

Marigold

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60 PRIMONT HOMES

Castlemore 905-856-5777 • • from $410,000

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Valley Lands 905-457-0445 • • • from $410,000

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Mount Pleasant 905-459-5772 • from $510,000

39 6P

66 BALLANTRY HOMES

Spring Valley Village

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Landscapes 905-893-3331

COSCORP INC.

The Village of Southfields

MONARCH CORPORATION

The Village of Southfields 905-843-0707

ballantryhomes.com

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from $390,000 6L

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Lakeside

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from $350,000 7N

VANMAR HOMES

Credit Ridge Estates 416-746-1234

•

from $550,000 8P

TIFFANY PARK HOMES

The Estates of Spring Valley 905-216-5620

TOWNWOOD HOMES

Gates of Countryside

COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Gates of Countryside 905-907-1500

REGAL CREST HOMES

Countryside Meadows

countrysidemeadows.ca

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from $346,000 9M

ROYAL CLIFF HOMES

Gates of Countryside

gatesofcountryside.ca •

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from $400,000 9M

STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Gates of Countryside

starlanehomes.com •

from $520,000 9M

ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

STARLANE HOME CORPORATION Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

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from $870,000 10N

GREENPARK HOMES

Vales of the Humber Estates

valesofthehumber.com

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from $659,000 10N

MATTAMY HOMES

Mount Pleasant Village

mattamyhomes.com •

• • from $255,000 6P

Lotus Pointe Caledon

LotusPointeCaledon.ca • 5L

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Lotus Pointe Caledon

moveuptocaledon.ca • 5L

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Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club 905-799-5000

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18 SABERWOOD HOMES

Heart Lake Village 905-773-6549

• • • from $190,000 8L

19 MATTAMY HOMES

Salisbury Square

25 HEATHWOOD HOMES

Terracotta Village at The Credit Valley 905-874-4741

32 FOREST HILL HOMES 37 OXFORD HOMES 38 ANDRIN HOMES

Turnberry Townhomes AndrinTowns.com

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from $350,000 9M

45 BROOKFIELD HOMES

Pathways 1-855-379-1495

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from $420,000 8K

48 ASPEN RIDGE HOMES

Credit Manor Heights 905-216-5155

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from $400,000 7Q

48 REGAL CREST HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca

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from $850,000 7Q

48 COUNTRY WIDE HOMES

Credit Manor Heights yourkingdom.ca

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from $850,000 7Q

51 ACORN HOMES

Castlegate acornhomes.ca

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from $575,000 11K

55 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant 416-410-0175

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from $400,000 6P

55 TOWNWOOD HOMES

The Neigbourhoods of Mount Pleasant

LoveMountPleasant.com •

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from $270,000 6P

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Ravines of Castlemore 905-794-8875

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from $650,000 8K

Adena Ridge 905-584-6444

from $600,000 5H

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The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant lovemountpleasant.com •

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from $270,000 6P

58 DEVONLEIGH HOMES INC.

Meadowlands 519-942-3312

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from $339,000 3C

64 MERIDIAN HOMES

Credit Valley Manors 905-216-5186

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from $400,000 8P

65 GREAT GULF HOMES

Mount Pleasant 905-459-5772

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from $509,000 6P

Brampton, Caledon, Bolton

Mayfield Village 905-230-2592

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289-891-9103

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SCHUIT HOMES

Perth Park

905-628-9559

• 1Q

GREAT GULF HOMES

Edgewood

905-356-9408

•

SPALLACCI HOMES

Simona Place

spallaccihomes.com • 2Q

SPALLACCI HOMES

Eden Park

905-381-4280

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from $320,000 2Q

SPALLACCI HOMES

Eden Park

spallaccihomes.com •

from $320,000 2Q

ARISTA HOMES

Milton Trails

905-864-3306

COUNTRY GREEN HOMES

The Uptowns of waterdown

905-690-7600

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12 TOBYN PARK HOMES

Park City

parkliving.ca

• from $180,000 11L

13 HEATHWOOD HOMES

The Village at Traditions

905-876-3140

• •

from $441,000 8H

17 MATTAMY HOMES

Hawthorne Village

mattamyhomes.com •

from $310,000 9G

•

from $420,000

6-7 9C

from $305,000 12Q

from $250,000 7M

20 PARKBRIDGE LIFESTYLE COMMUNITIES INC. Cherry Hill at Vineland

1-800-479-9777

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from $194,000 12R

22 COUNTRY GREEN HOMES

Park Place Village

905-690-7600

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from $250,000 8M

26 EDEN OAK

Weaver’s Mill

weaversmill.com/nh •

from $336,000 6B

35 PHELPS HOMES

Jordan Village

phelpshomes.com •

from $345,000 9R

36 PHELPS HOMES

Brookside

phelpshomes.com •

from $236,000 7R

37 PHELPS HOMES

Streamside

phelpshomes.com •

from $316,000 6R

38 LOSANI HOMES

Ancaster Glen

289-239-7629

from $370,000 1P

39 LOSANI HOMES

The Fairgrounds

289-286-0928

from $250,000 2Q

40 LOSANI HOMES

Greenhill Glen

905-538-8752

from $270,000 4Q

41 LOSANI HOMES

Sherman Oaks

905-574-0828

from $290,000 2R

42 LOSANI HOMES

Paramount

905-560-2061

from $230,000 3R

43 LOSANI HOMES

Orchard Park

905-930-9943

from $390,000 5Q

44 LOSANI HOMES

Discovery

905-563-0666

from $330,000 8R

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MENKES

Millstone On The Park 905-825-3619 •

from $420,000

6-7 3G

MATTAMY HOMES

The Preserve

MARKAY HOMES

Bronte Park Town Manors 416-746-1234

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>> Maps and listings for new-home communities in the central and north region >> Builder news and the latest in new homes in the central and north region

//IN THE NEWS

MINTO WELCOMES FIRST RESIDENTS AT

Kingmeadow in Oshawa

A powerful moment in the evolution of North Oshawa, the first residents of Minto Kingmeadow recently moved into their new homes. Joined by the

Minto community, the neighbours celebrated together for the first time over a welcoming breakfast. “It’s quite special to witness a new community in the making,” says Amanda Wilson Watkins, vice-president of marketing and sales. “Minto was thrilled to celebrate with the new neighbours of Kingmeadow who will build their lives here in North Oshawa. Congratulations to all of the new residents!” The sales centre was a hub of excitement as Kingmeadow’s youngest residents played and danced while their parents enjoyed the delicious spread and shared stories of their new family home. The story of a family starting and growing in a new home, Justin Sousa knew Kingmeadow would be a great place to raise his family and that he couldn’t beat the price for the incredible space and high standards of quality offered by Minto. On a chilly December evening, he recruited his friend to take a photo of himself and then-girlfriend Kathy Giurukis, standing on the steps of their future home that was under construction at the time. Justin had said that he wanted a shot to send out with that year’s Christmas cards. Right as the shutter clicked, Justin got down on one knee and surprised Kathy by asking her to be his wife. The freshly engaged couple celebrated with Minto, thrilled to move into their finished new home this month. Next year, Justin says he plans to send out another photo taken on the front steps, but this time the couple will be able to show off their beautifully finished, spacious, three bedroom home. “The Kingmeadow community is growing to become quite a warm and welcoming neighbourhood and you could feel that as the first residents celebrated together this week. The homes at Kingmeadow are designed to be a place for families to grow and we look forward to seeing the residents of this community

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build their lives here in North Oshawa,” says Vince Santino, vicepresident of development. Set on pastoral landscapes and surrounded by green space, Minto Kingmeadow homes are immediately nearby neighbourhood amenities like schools, recreation centres and shopping. Now in its second phase of sales, Kingmeadow has had an unprecedented response from the community. A collection of 36- and 43-ft. lot detached homes and spacious towns, Kingmeadow residents will enjoy every convenience, located minutes from the future 407 extension, easily accessible from the 401, and just east of quaint Brooklin. In a family-oriented neighbourhood, Kingmeadow homes offer seldom-found affordability for spacious new builds. Look for a brand new release of Traditional towns and featuring open concept designs, starting from the low $200’s with many including finished basements. Single 36- and 43-ft. homes, with new lots now available, the homes are priced in the $300’s and offer up to 3,502 sq. ft. The Minto Kingmeadow Sales Centre is located at 2361 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, open Monday through Thursday noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please call 289.634.1005 to set up an appointment. To learn more, visit mintokingmeadow.com

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Rosebank Rd

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Squires Beach Rd

Brock Rd

Sandy Beach

Appleview Rd

Spruce Hill

Montgomery F

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Harwood Ave

Westney Rd S

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Conlin Rd

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Whites Rd

Granite Court

Gibb St

King St W Bond St W

Adelaide Ave

Beatrice St

Harmony Rd S

Dixie Rd

Cochrane St

46 Rd

Garden St Blair St

Audley Rd

Bayly St E

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Townline Rd

Sheppard Ave

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Riverside

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Glenanna Rd

Ravenscroft Magill 92Dr

Lakeridge Rd

Taunton Rd W

Mary St N

Stroud's

Paddock Rd

Rossland Rd

Brock St N

Garden St

Highview Rd

Greenwood Rd

Audley Rd

To wn of Ajax

Country Lane

Taunton Rd W

Anderson St

Westney Rd N

Salem Rd

Thickson Rd Garrard Rd

Gran

North Rd Baldwin St S

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Stevenson Rd

Delaney Dr

4 Sideline R

Taunton Rd E

Conlin Rd

Garrard Rd

Rossland Rd

Salem Rd

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Central Park

30 Sideline Coronation R

24 Sideline co

Finch Ave

20 Sideline

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4 Concession

16 Sideline Sim

16 Sideline Brock Rd Cen tral St

Ritson Rd N

4 Concession

12 Sideline

City of Oshawa

Church St E

8 Concession

Wilson Rd N

6 Sideline

5 Concession

4 Sideline Halls Rd N

Whitevale Rd

Cochrane

Rossland/Winchester R

Baldwin St N

Lake Ridge R

6 Concession

Ashburn Rd

Village of Bro oklin

Cedarbrook T

Country Lane

Columbus Rd

Duffs Rd

City of Pickering

7 Concession

Brawley Rd

Myrtle Rd W

Garrard Rd

28 Sideline

7 Conncession

8 Concession

9 Concession

Stevenson Rd

9 Concession

4 Sideline R

Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa

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Harmony Rd N

Grandeview S

Townline Rd.

Bay

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Wilson Rd S

Thornton Rd

Hopkins St Blair St

Henry St Brock St S

Gordon St

Ajax-Whitby

Shoal Point Rd

Pickering Beach Rd

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Liverpool Rd

MENKES

Somerset

905-428-0500

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from $520,000

6-7 7G

LAKEVIEW HOMES

The Forest of Lyndebrook

416-746-1234

•

from $490,000

14 10F

Old Taunton in Pickering

905-428-3434

•

90 LEBOVIC HOMES

• •

105 5H

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Charing Cross

mytribute.ca

•

from $350,000 14E

BROOKFIELD HOMES

Hills of Harrowsmith

905-697-1681

•

from $300,000 15G

GREAT GULF HOMES

Stonecrest

greatgulf.com

•

from $298,000 15F

EMERY HOMES

Town Central

1-877-953-6379

•

from $350,000 4J

HIGHMARK HOMES

Triumph

whitbytriumph.ca •

from $350,000 10G

STAFFORD HOMES

Elements Townhomes

elementsajax.com

from $390,000 7H

13 LIZA COMMUNITIES

Folkstone

1-877-365-9555

• •

from $335,000 10G

21 GREAT GULF HOMES

Grandview Oshawa

1-888-579-7235

•

from $334,000 14F

31 PRESTON HOMES

Prestonvale Heights

905-432-2800

• •

from $350,000 15J

34 TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

The Neighbourhoods of Park Ridge 905-723-2344

•

from $339,000 15G

45 SUNDIAL HOMES LIMITED

Mulberry Meadows

905-427-8255

•

from $273,000 6J

47 SENATOR HOMES

Whitby by the Lake

senatorhomes.com • •

from $250,000 9J

54 BAYCLIFFE HOMES

The Gates of Whitby

905-668-9828

•

from $250,000 9G

60 GREYCREST HOMES

the fields of conlin

905-725-4539

•

from $310,000 15G

66 MONARCH CORPORATION

Tran Quility

monarchgroup.net •

from $550,000 7G

67 MIDHAVEN HOMES

Breeze

1-877-773-6888

•

from $300,000 15F

68 STORYBOOK HOMES

Brookstone Estates

905-438-9516

•

from $1050,000 11B

91 SUNDANCE HOMES

The towns of nichol green phase 1

905-441-3312

•

from $260,000 11J

92 GLEN ROUGE HOMES

The Cornerstone

905-239-9777

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from $572,000

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MASON HOMES

Port Hope Lakeside Village

905-885-6565

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from $229,000 12K

FAR SIGHT HOMES

King’s Bay Golf & Country Club Estates 905-642-8383

•

from $408,000 9G

FAR SIGHT HOMES

The Estates at Sunset Ridge

905-642-9015

•

from $690,000 2E

BROOKFIELD HOMES

Foxtrail

brookfieldhomes.ca •

from $400,000 5B

KAITLIN GROUP LTD.

Port of Newcastle

1-800-305-6849

• • • from $260,000 14E

KYLEMORE COMMUNITIES

Port of Newcastle

905-987-5146

•

from $479,000 14E

STORYBOOK HOMES

Bond Head Estates

905-438-9516

•

from $850,000 14E

PARKVIEW HOMES

Harmony

705-748-4663

• from $178,000

14 RICE DEVELOPMENTS

Willmot Creek On The Lake

905-697-5806

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from $225,000 11D

16 PARKVIEW HOMES

Foxmeadow Estates

705-748-2828

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from $208,000 3H

18 B.G. SCHICKEDANZ

Lake Scugog Estates

1-888-894-9888

•

from $330,000 17B

20 GERANIUM HOMES

Verandas

905-885-0555

•

from $266,000 10I

24 PARKVIEW HOMES

Thompson Bay Estates

705-748-2828

•

from $217,000 3H

26 KAITLIN GROUP LTD.

Aspen Heights

905-697-0513

• from $165,000 10C

26 KAITLIN GROUP LTD.

Condominiums at Clarington Centre 905-697-4513

• from $210,000 10C

26 KAITLIN GROUP LTD.

Country Classics

1-866-514-3573

• •

from $300,000 10C

30 EMPIRE COMMUNITIES

Estates of Wyndance

905-649-8197

•

from $900,000 3E

31 PARKVIEW HOMES

Foxmeadows Estates

705-741-1004

• • from $286,000

34 CARRINGTON HOMES

Woodlands of Upper Courtice

905-787-0963

•

from $260,000

35 MASON HOMES

Parklands

1-866-443-7900

•

from $238,000 3H

39 H&R DEVELOPMENTS

Gracefields

hr-newhomes.com •

from $322,000 14B

39 THORNRIDGE HOMES

Gracefields

thornridgehomes.com •

from $290,000 14B

45 HIGHCASTLE HOMES

Northglen

northglen.ca

• •

from $221,000 11B

45 DELPARK HOMES

Northglen

905-419-7222

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from $221,000 11B

45 ESQUIRE HOMES

Northglen

northglen.ca

from $245,000 11B

48 BROOKFIELD HOMES

BrookHill

905-697-1681

•

• •

from $300,000 10B

48 JEFFERY HOMES

BrookHill

905-697-0765

•

• •

from $300,000 10B

72 VANDYK COMMUNITIES

West Park Village

vandykcommunities.com •

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from $210,000

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HOMEBUYERS’ HELP//

Homebuyers’ Resource Section You love the home, see what you can afford! » Compare mortgage rates for your best deal

» Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart

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Calculate your mortgage payments INTEREST RATE

AMORTIZATION PERIOD

CHART FIGURE

EXAMPLE: 5%

25 YEARS

5.82

MORTGAGE AMOUNT ÷ 1,000 (MORTGAGE AMOUNT $125,000)

125

MONTHLY PAYMENT

Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home

01 02 03

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse. Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your home. Take the total price of the home and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most firsttime buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

06 07

Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes. If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home.

Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow. Divide by 1,000. » Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice andget pre-qualified.

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Mortgage payment calculation chart %

INTEREST RATES

10 YEARS

AMORTIZATION PERIODS

15 YEARS

20 YEARS

25 YEARS 4.73

4.21

4.99

4.48

3.00%

9.65

6.90

5.54

3.50%

9.88

7.14

5.79

3.25% 3.75%

9.76

9.99

4.00%

10.11

4.50%

10.34

4.25% 4.75%

5.00% 5.25%

6.75%

7.00%

7.25%

7.50%

7.75%

8.25% 8.75%

9.00% 9.25%

9.50% 9.75%

10.50%

7.88

6.44

5.67

6.57

5.82

6.85

6.10

6.55

10.00%

7.75

7.26

5.53

5.40

8.53

11.31 11.43

10.25% 10.75%

11.00%

11.25%

8.14

8.40 8.66

8.80

11.56

8.93

11.81

9.21

11.68

9.07

6.74

7.12 7.41

7.55

7.69

7.84

10.05

12.84

10.33

12.71

12.97 13.10

13.24 13.37 13.50

13.64

13.77

10.19

10.48

10.63 10.77 10.92

11.06

11.22

11.36

5.19

5.34 5.49

5.64 5.79 5.95

6.11

6.26 6.42

6.59

6.75

7.25

8.59

7.95

8.44

12.58

7.16

5.04

7.63

9.62 9.90

7.00

4.90

8.28

12.19

12.45

6.70

6.85

4.76

6.91

8.14

9.76

6.40

4.61

7.32

9.34 9.48

5.96

4.34

7.99

11.94

12.32

6.30

6.17

11.19

8.50%

7.63

7.50

6.25%

5.26

6.25

12.06

6.04

6.98

11.07

8.00%

7.38

8.27

10.82

5.13

10.94

6.50%

5.91

5.75%

5.50%

10.58

4.86

8.01

6.00%

10.46

7.26

5.66

10.70

10.23

7.02

30 YEARS

8.74

7.47 7.79

8.12

8.86

8.28

9.20

8.62

9.52

8.95

9.05

9.36 9.68

10.32

11.52

10.49

12.00%

14.18

11.82

12.50%

14.46

12.13

7.93

8.45

9.12

9.63

13.91

7.76

8.78

10.16

11.50%

7.59

8.10

9.29

7.42

8.45

9.84

10.00

7.08

9.46

9.80

8.28 8.63

8.80 8.98 9.16

9.34

9.52

9.97

9.70

10.81

10.32

10.06

11.15

10.67

10.43

11.75% 14.04 11.66 10.65 10.15 9.88

12.25% 12.75%

14.32 14.59

11.97

12.28

10.98

11.31

10.49

10.85

10.25 10.61

This table shows the monthly payment of principal and interest for each $1,000 of mortgage. Example: The monthly principal and interest payment for a $125,000 mortgage with a 25-year amortization period at 5% is as follows: ($125,000 รท 1,000) X 5.82 = $727.50 APRIL 5 - 19, 2014 | NEW HOME GUIDE GTA 113

Compare mortgage rates for your best deal CHARTERED BANKS

Variable

6 Months

1 Year

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

ATB Financial 2.7 4 2.94 2.89 2.99 3.39 3.49 6.30op 6.30op 6.50op Alterna Svgs/Alterna Bk 2.6 4 3.09 3.14 3.19 3.35 3.25 6.30op 6.30op Bank of Montreal 3 4 3.14 3.04 3.85 4.39 3.49 6.30op 6.30op Bank of Nova Scotia 2.6 4.55 3.29 3.14 3.44 2.94 4.79 6.45op 6.50op Canadian Western Bank 4 3.09 3.04 3.75 4.39 4.99 6.45op 6.30op CFF Bank 3.69 3.75 3.79 3.79 3.39 CIBC 3 3.09 2.79 3.75 2.97 3.49 6.70op 6.35op HSBC Bank Canada 2.65 4.45 2.7 3.95 2.93 3.09 3.49 6.20op 6.35op ICICI Bank Canada 3.05 3.15 3.65 3.64 3.69 3.89 3 3.19 3.24 3.49 3.69 3.99 ING Direct Manulife Bank 2.7 4.45 3 3.05 3.1 3.3 3.34 4.00op National Bank n/a 4.4 3.14 3.14 3.75 4.64 3.49 6.70op 6.70op Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice Finan 3 3.24 3.59 3.69 4.09 3 3.14 3.04 3.75 4.54 5.04 Royal Bank 6.30op 6.30op TD Canada Trust 3 3.09 2.79 3.75 2.97 3.49 Airline Financial C.U. 4 3.01 3.1 3.33 3.65 3.99 6.25op Luminus Financial 2.55 3.1 2.75 2.95 2.9 3.4 6.3

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