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volume 21 issue 12

cover story

p. 32 menkes Grand finale at Menkesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Somerset in Ajax

community focus features 24 w oodbridge Fieldgate Homes

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editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note contributors hot dates ad index

columnists

BILD Report

Calling for change to the Ontario Building Code

by Bryan Tuckey

16 mortgage finesse

Brokers and consultants may get you the best mortgage deal by Calum Ross

taxing issues

Selling a real estate investment property by Henry Choo Chong

Legally Speaking

Financing and what happens if it goes wrong by Jayson Schwarz

make your move

Do your research and choose your mover wisely by Dan Hopkins

120 fundamentally speaking

Learning as much as you can about mortgages time well spent

in the news

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homebuyersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; help

52 finances

Can you financially plan your way to happiness? 106 t op homebuying tips Tips for buying your first home

111 resource section

Mortgage Calculator and Rate Table

115 GTA Hot Sheet

Two pages of new openings, new releases and preview registrations

Building industry responds to Metrolinx Investment Strategy Industry calls for changes to Ontario Building Code More than 200 homes sold during opening weekend Touchstone a touch of heaven for one professional couple Canadians remain confident in housing market New release and model homes draw crowds to Parkside East launches new model homes in Orillia beachfront community

editor’snote

Think you can’t afford a home? It’s more affordable than you first thought

uch like that bank commercial that says, “You’re richer than you think,” a new home may be more affordable than you originally thought. Perhaps you need only to change your definition of “home” to get into the market. While a detached home is the traditional choice for many, highrise and lowrise suites, lofts and townhomes have become a prime choice among first-time buyers and empty nesters in the market for new place to call home. Not only does townhouse and condominium living afford you the opportunity to live in a prime neighbourhood at a great starting price, when it’s time to move you can often opt to remain in the same neighbourhood, since many communities offer a mix of designs and sizes, which allows families to relocate easily without having to change jobs or schools. Today’s communities generally have a range of sizes and prices that start at the “affordable” end of the price spectrum. Many builders and developers are gearing up for their grand openings and have new communities available for quick occupancy. It’s an exciting time to be shopping for a new place, so don’t miss this excellent buying opportunity. Have a look through this issue and see what you think. The home of your dreams is waiting.

Susan Legge Editor-in-chief Wall2Wall Media, Susan.Legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

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Being close to transit, highways and other infrastructure more important than ever

he ongoing debate over transit expansion – and more importantly, how to pay for it – continues to be a contentious issue. Metrolinx, the Ontario government agency charged with integrating the modes of transportation in the GTA and Hamilton areas, recently recommended its investment strategy to fund the improvements. The revenue tools, as proposed, are bound to impact us all: a one percentage point increase to the HST; a five cent fuel and gas tax; business parking levy; increase in development charges; road tolls; and transit parking fees. Bodies representing the home building industry have weighed in with their views (see page 28), and the potential impact on homebuyers. Indeed, no one relishes the thought of increasing costs. Meanwhile, a recent survey from BMO Bank of Montreal shows that being close to public transit and having a short commute are among the top features people look for when buying a home. Do you see the predicament? Proximity and access to transit and amenities are critical for buyers and builders alike. New-home communities close to existing infrastructure – or committed expansions – are at an increasing premium. Prospective homebuyers should note this fact as they scout for their new home location.

Wayne Karl Editor Wall2Wall Media, wayne.karl@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

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Susan Legge Editor

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Sara Duck, Elisa Krovblit Lydia McNutt (on leave) BILD Report

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Taxing Issues

Legally Speaking

Henry Choo Chong,

Jayson Schwarz, Schwarz Law -

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

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of industry leaders and called on the provincial government to make changes to the Ontario Building Code that will allow woodframe construction of buildings up to six storeys, resulting in the creation of more safe and affordable homes across the GTA. Currently, the Code allows woodframe buildings to be constructed up to four storeys. As you go higher, midrise housing becomes more expensive because you have to use materials like concrete and steel. “If the Ontario Building Code allowed for six-storey woodframe construction, costs would go down and options for new homebuyers would go up,” Leith Moore, president of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association and v ice-president, Development at Sorbara Development Group, told the group. At the press conference, we released a BILD-commissioned report by City of Toronto’s former Chief Planner, Paul Bedford, whose research found that there are strong planning and economic rationales for the changes. The planning rationale stems from the need to build complete communities and revitalize existing neighbourhoods for the up to 100,000 people and 50,000 jobs that choose the GTA as their home every year. “Midrise six storey wood structures present the opportunity to build out our Avenues in a way that is compatible with low density residential neighbourhoods and allows for an affordable new choice in the housing market. This is an essential initiative for our City,” said City of Toronto’s Chief Planner Jennifer Keesmaat, who joined us 14 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

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).

at the news conference with Chief Building Official Ann Borooah. The changes we need here in Ontario are similar to those made in British Columbia in 2009 and there was an immediate impact on the local economy there. With BC as a case study, Ontario can expect job creation, increased tax revenue from the addition of new residences and more affordable options for new homebuyers. BC had to overcome opposition to the change from the fire safety community, so we did a complementary report to investigate fire safety issues related to an increased use of combustible material in construction. The findings were clear: the number of fire incidents does not increase just because buildings have more combustible material. “Woodframe buildings have to meet the same safety and building standards as those built using other materials and we all want residents to be safe and secure in their homes,” said Steven Street, technical director at Ontario Wood Works, Canadian Wood Council. Through the upcoming review of the National Building Code, we have the opportunity to direct change in a positive way and we are calling on our partners in government to make changes to the Ontario Building Code that will bring additional safe and affordable homes to the GTA.

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Mortgage brokers & consultants

may get you the best deal by Calum Ross

In the last couple of years, there has been

a lot of coverage in the financial press about mortgage brokers. Despite all of the positive exposure in business and news publications, there still seems to be a lot of confusion from consumers about how this service works. Mortgage brokering or mortgage consulting is not a new industry, but is one that has been experiencing explosive growth over the last five to 10 years. As it stands currently, more than 21 per cent of all mortgage business in Canada is originated through mortgage brokers. While this figure, representing billions of dollars in mortgages, seems impressive, it is next to nothing when you consider that in the U.S., more than 65 per cent of mortgages are negotiated by mortgage brokers. In the past, mortgage brokers were used by individuals who may not have been able to get credit through other channels. They would arrange hard-to-qualify mortgages for a fee. Today this is not the case. The number of mortgage brokers who work on hard-to-place mortgages is now only a small portion of the market. In addition to searching out the lowest rate, mortgage brokers now focus on a consulting role, showing consumers how to become mortgage free quicker, how to decide between terms, conditions and how to crunch the numbers on the many mortgage gimmicks in the marketplace. How did this come to be, you ask? This is not the mortgage market of 10 or even five years ago. What most people don’t know is there are more than 100 lenders in Canada that would all like to have your mortgage business. Visiting the four banks in your neighbourhood is not going to cut it any more. One of the biggest differences between the person 16 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

Calum Ross is senior vicepresident 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.

you may deal with at your financial institution versus a mortgage broker is the broker works for you, not one financial institution. Henry Ford, founder of Ford Motor Company, famously proclaimed people could have any colour of Model T they liked – as long as it was black. This may be a good way to view a mortgage representative that works for one financial institution. The people who work for these institutions simply cannot offer the level of variety a consultant or broker can. While the manager at a financial institution bases bonuses and salaries on the profitability of the products and services of the branch, mortgage brokers or consultants build their businesses on knowing where to get competitive rates and by providing value-added service. Some of the bigger mortgage consultants in Toronto single-handedly arrange more mortgages than many entire branches. How do they get these rates? One of the advantages the mortgage broker has, is access to volume discounts the consumer typically doesn’t get. When a mortgage broker sends a significant amount of business to various lenders every month, those lenders are going to make sure they work to keep the relationship strong. The financial institutions do not have to gather the paperwork, pay a salaried employee, or maintain an expensive branch infrastructure. By using mortgage brokers to generate mortgage business, they have to pay only the individuals who are producing deals. Really, it is a win-win situation for all involved. As the Canadian economy increasingly echoes the strengths of successful products and services from the U.S., I truly believe the growth in this industry is only just beginning. Still, I would like to bring up an important point – as with any industry, the cream rises to the top. Make sure you select the right financial professional to help you make your mortgage decisions. Until next time – happy home and mortgage hunting.

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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

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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;undepreciated portion.â&#x20AC;? A recapture of income occurs when the lesser of the proceeds and the cost of the property is higher than the 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.

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 indefiThe opinions and views expressed herein are those of the author nitely to reduce capital gains. and not those of New Home Guide. New Home Guide does In calculating the capital gain/loss, determining the not necessarily endorse or encourage any specific tax strategies. adjusted cost of the property is an essential factor. The Please consult a tax professional for advice specific to your adjusted cost must include not just the purchase price particular situation.

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Potential homebuyers are always dazzled by the Umbria Elev. B’s sprawling second floor balcony above the garage, and they love the stunning precast elements leading up to the front entryway, which is available to view as a designerdecorated model home.

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oodbridge has long boasted some of the biggest and most beautiful homes in the GTA. Take a drive in the area on a sunny summer day and you’ll discover many a fine and spacious home set upon stately lots. Yet when it comes to which community of new homes has bragging rights as to being among the very best, Vaughan Valley Estates by Fieldgate Homes has clearly emerged as one of the finest. Set behind an elegant stone entry gate on the west side of Weston Road, between Teston Road and Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan Valley Estates is currently offering its third and final phase of exceptional new homes. With hundreds of families already happily living in the community, there’s never been a better time to experience life at Vaughan Valley Estates. When designing the community, Fieldgate committed to strict architectural standards that have brought a pleasing harmony to the streetscapes of the neighbourhood, with homes that offer both visual interest and variety, but which are also pleasingly complementary in their aesthetics. Phase III of Vaughan Valley Estates is comprised of a magnificent collection of 41-and 50-ft. wide lots – all extra deep and sculpted into the terrain of the site. There are also 60- and 80-ft. wide lots by another builder in this comC O N T I N U E D on p a g e 2 6 . . .

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It’s easy to make a grand entrance in the Umbria’s stately front foyer, open to the second floor. And the added convenience of two basement staircases make it a breeze to navigate your way through this elegantly laid out home.

munity. The homes being built on these lots are spaciously conceived, meticulously executed and lavishly appointed – from the main floors’ strip hardwood flooring to their granite kitchen countertops and the 10-ft. ceilings in the 50-ft. homes. Kitchens are designed for the most demanding connoisseur, bathrooms pamper you like a five star hotel and the homes’ living and entertaining areas embrace any social gathering. Visit the three designer-decorated model homes to see what we mean. Woodbridge’s location in Vaughan has always been one of the area’s most impressive and appealing attributes. For years, Vaughan was promoted as the “City Above Toronto” and it has grown into the role, with a range of sophisticated urban amenities. 26 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

With its location within Woodbridge, Vaughan Valley Estates’ owners enjoy access to superb shopping, from convenient local stores to Vaughan Mills located just five minutes away. Excellent schools, restaurants and services abound in the area. Nature is your next-door neighbour, with attractions such as the Boyd Conservation Area and the Kortright Centre both nearby, along with local parks and community centres. Golfers love the choice of courses in the area, including the highly acclaimed Copper Creek Golf Club. Plus, residents enjoy easy access to major 400-series highways including the 400 and 407, as well as Hwys. 7 and 27. Fieldgate Homes is one of the most respected builders in the Greater Toronto Area. The company has been family owned and operated for more than 55 years, building a long-standing reputation for its quality, integrity and customer service. Fieldgate offers 41-ft. designs starting at 2,218 sq. ft. with prices from $769,990, and homes on 50-ft. lots from 3,354 sq. ft. priced from $1.05 million. The Vaughan Valley Estates presentation centre is open from 1 to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays. The three designer-decorated model homes are open from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends. For more information, call Fieldgate Homes at 905.303.4728 or visit vaughanvalleyestates.com

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Metrolinx Investment Strategy makes transit-oriented communities less affordable:

Home building industry The Ontario Home Builders’ charges – a cost that is disproportionate to the $477 Association (OHBA) and the Building being projected by Metrolinx.” Industry and Land Development Asso“New-home buyers and new businesses are already ciation (BILD) are disappointed that the doing their fair share,” adds Bryan Tuckey, president and Metrolinx Big Move Investment Strategy CEO of BILD. “We estimate new-home buyers and new will burden new-home buyers and new businesses paid more than $1 billion in development employers with additional charges. charges to municipalities in 2012 alone for the construcThe proposed revenue tools, which tion of growth-related infrastructure in the GTA.” include an increase to development Advocating on behalf of new-home buyers and busicharges and an additional new one per ness, the associations want the public to know that the cent HST, will erode affordability of new report doesn’t recognize the impact of the proposed tools homes and new employment centres (including development charges, new HST, parking levies across the GTHA, the groups say. and land value capture) on new-home purchasers and “This Investment Strategy adds a host new business owners. The province has created a growth of new fees and charges that will end up plan, Places to Grow and a regional transportation plan, making transit-oriented communities less the Big Move, to promote transit-oriented communities, affordable,” says Joe Vaccaro, COO of fight sprawl and congestion. BILD and OHBA believe OHBA. “For example, for a new condo the proposed new revenue tools today are counter-intubuyer in Markham, the Metrolinx Invest- itive to the goals of both plans. ment Strategy could add up to $8,000 in

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Grand finale at Menkes’ award-winning Somerset Community in Ajax

Founded almost 60 years ago, Menkes has established a long history of success on the pillars of building to the highest quality and craftsmanship, utilizing efficient space-enhancing design and offering sophisticated appointments that provide lasting value and a timeless sense of style. Today, Menkes continues to raise the standard for outstanding design and exceptional value as a fully integrated, multi-disciplinary real estate development company. Menkes’ comprehensive real estate portfolio includes elegant single-family homes, exclusive luxury condominiums and highly coveted office, retail and industrial premises.

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enkes has just released the final lots in Somerset and after hundreds of new homeowners and a warm sense of community, the grand finale is upon us. The master-planned community has been widely appreciated for its brilliant planning and masterful design, maintaining a pleasant and cosy atmosphere with lovely streetscapes featuring a wide variety of home styles and designs. Charming streets lined with trees and greenspaces keep residents connected by creating the atmosphere of a small-town Canadian community within a larger and amenity-rich area. The celebrated Somerset community was recently awarded the highly coveted Community of the Year at the Durham Region Home Builders Association Awards of Excellence. In addition, Menkes was thrilled to take home the award for Best Interior Decorated Model Home. The home deemed to be the finest in all of Durham Region is the breath-taking Alabaster model at Menkes’ awardwinning Somerset community. In addition, Menkes was a finalist (top five in the province of Ontario) for Tarion Warranty Corp.’s Awards of Excellence, large volume category. The Alabaster corner design is a spacious 42-ft. two-storey home, offering an abundance of windows that immerse the house in warmth and light. The home

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Somerset

“We designed this community with a very definite group of purchasers in mind, and it seems we gave people just what they wanted”

was designed with families in mind, offering ample living, bedroom, washroom and closet space to satisfy virtually any growing family. The design itself is functional, enhanced with exquisite features such as Caesarstone countertops, fine kitchen cabinetry with tall uppers, sumptuous ensuites, hardwood flooring and much, much more. Clean lines, modern décor and elegant window treatments showcase the home’s liveability. The chosen colour pallet creates an inviting-yetcalming atmosphere that allows potential homeowners to relax and take in all the possibilities the home has to offer. A major attraction within walking distance of the community is Somerset Plaza, a dynamic shopping destination by Menkes featuring a 50,000-sq.-ft. Metro grocery store, a large-format Shoppers Drug Mart, a TD Canada Trust with drive-thru instant tellers, an LCBO and more. Other lifestyle amenities a short drive away include the Durham Centre and the McLean Community Centre. With Somerset’s spectacular designs and ideal location, it’s no wonder this community has been such a huge success. Now under construction, Phase 4 has sold quickly and there are a limited number of lots still available for fall 2013 closings. Designs of 37- and 42-ft. are priced from $479,990 and include a bonus of up to $25,000 in upgrades. In addition, some of the model homes are for sale; don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a professionally designed home in the Somerset community!

location Ajax housing type Detached homes sales centre Southeast corner of Salem Road and Williamson Drive East, north of Rossland Road and South of Taunton Road, open Monday through Thursday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., closed Fridays and open Saturdays and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. contact 905.428.0500 menkes.com

Visit the Somerset model homes and sales office, located at the southeast corner of Salem Road and Williamson Drive East, just north of Rossland Road and South of Taunton Road, Monday through Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., closed Fridays and open Saturdays and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. For more information, please call 905.428.0500 or visit menkes.com june 8 - 22, 2013 | New home guide GTA 33

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Industry calls for changes to Ontario Building Code that will result in safe,

affordable homes for GTA residents An extensive report advocating for an

Ontario Building Code change that will result in the construction of safe, affordable homes for residents across the GTA was released recently by the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) and the Canadian Wood Council. “It’s good urban planning, it’s safe and it’s good for future homebuyers in the GTA and across Ontario,” says Bryan Tuckey, BILD president and CEO. “We’re calling on the Ontario government to change the Code to allow for six-storey woodframe construction to help unlock the immense potential in neighbourhoods that have underutilized land on major avenues and corridors. “Our report shows 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 our region, offering a variety of sizes and design features for people of all ages.” Currently, the Ontario Building Code limits woodframe construction to four storeys. The building industry is advocating for a change to the Code to allow for up to six-storey woodframe construction, which will result in the affordable construction of midrise buildings. “Building midrise housing becomes more expensive when you go above four storeys because you have to use materials like concrete and steel,” says Leith Moore, president of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association and vice-president, development, at Sorbara Development Group. “If the Ontario Building Code allowed for six-storey woodframe construction, costs would go down and options for new homebuyers would go up.” Strong planning and economic rationales are outlined 34 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

in the report, Unlocking the Potential for Mid-Rise Buildings: Six Storey Wood Structures, commissioned by BILD and authored by former City of Toronto Chief Planner Paul Bedford. In addition, BILD and the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) commissioned a complementary report, Midrise Combustible Construction in Ontario – Building Code Issues, to investigate fire safety issues related to an increased use of combustible material in construction. “The number of fire incidents does not increase just because buildings have more combustible material. Our study found that data collected by the National Fire Incident Reporting System doesn’t show that fire incidents are related to the type of construction, rather to the use and occupancy of the building,” says Richard Lyall, president of RESCON. “As well, the National Fire Code and regulations in Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act contain many provisions for construction projects that address potential fire hazards and provide solutions to reduce risks. Woodframe buildings have to meet the same standards as those built using other materials,” adds Marianne Berube, executive director, Ontario Wood Works, Canadian Wood Council. The changes to the Ontario Building Code would be similar to changes made to the British Columbia Building Code in 2009, which had an immediate impact on the local economy. With BC as a case study, Ontario can expect increased job creation, increased tax revenue from the addition of new residences, more affordable options for new homebuyers and a minimized carbon footprint in the construction of these buildings.

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More than 200 homes sold at “The New U”

and great lot selection still available

It was definitely a great weekend May

25 and 26 at Upper Unionville. On Saturday morning at 11 a.m., the doors opened for the Preview Opening of the second phase of Upper Unionville, which was also 2012’s best-selling community in the GTA. More than 2,500 excited househunters registered to attend the Preview Opening, 180 of whom actually camped overnight to make sure they were the first into the presentation centre to purchase one of the homes being offered by the community’s four builders – Arista Homes, Fieldgate Homes, Paradise Homes and Starlane Homes. At last year’s launch of Phase 1, more than 700 homes were sold within the first few weeks. Now the second phase has met with equal success and enthusiasm, with a total of 204 homes sold during the Phase 2 Preview on Saturday and Sunday. Homes now range in price from the high $400’s to the low $800’s, the floorplans being offered include 34-, 38- and 42-ft. singles, 25- and 28semis and 20-ft. freehold lane townhomes and 38 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

25-ft. townhomes. – all of which can be viewed online at myupperunionville.com New for Phase 2 was an innovative line of 13-ft. urban townhomes, priced from the low $400’s, which proved especially appealing to younger buyers and these homes sold out on Saturday. Located at Kennedy Road and 16th Avenue, Upper Unionville is just minutes from Unionville’s charming Main Street, along with its best shopping, restaurants and entertainment, as well as excellent schools, parks and golf courses. The community is conveniently close to GO Transit and major highways for easy access to all points in the GTA. The portfolio of homes now on display at “The New U” offer something for everyone, all in a new master-planned community that is rapidly proving to be a great place to move up to. An excellent selection of lots and homes is still available in Phase 2, with limited opportunities to purchase one of the select Phase 1 inventory homes that will be available for occupancy later this year. Prospective purchasers should register at myupperunionville.com for further information or to arrange a private appointment. All community marketing is handled by G. Ryan Design.

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A brand new home in an established community

here is a very special and rare place where you can retreat into nature and yet be minutes from dozens of urban landmarks, venues and destinations. A place where you can start your day with a walk in the woods and still be on time for work. Goddard on the Valley is that special place. This enclave of just 63 homes is set in the well established Bathurst Manor neighbourhood, just north of Bathurst and Sheppard. This highly prized area is insulated from the world by a beautifully wooded ravine nearby that is an integral part of the Carscadden Green Belt and links to the West Don River Valley System. Here, 54 semi-detached and eight detached homes will provide their owners with both the privacy and prestige of a nearby ravine locale and immediate urban accessibility. Arista Homes, the visionary builder whose pedigree includes award winning communities 42 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

across the GTA, has secured this coveted parcel of land in order to create the idyllic urban living environment. From this ideal location, you can watch the seasons change or hear the song birds singing, and yet, still be a mere minutes from public transit and close to major highways and a variety of neighbourhood amenities. Yorkdale, Fairview and Sheridan Mall are all just minutes away. The immediate neighbourhood abounds with restaurants, places of worship, hospitals, more than a dozen schools, community centres, golf and tennis clubs and countless parks. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also close to Downsview subway station, and convenient to Yorkdale and York Mills stations. Plus, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy access to Hwys. 400, 401 and 404 and of course the Allen Expressway. At Goddard on the Valley, Aristaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s careful planning and meticulous craftsmanship will combine with exciting home designs inspired by

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Elegant homes and generous lots embraced by nature, yet situated in a mature North York neighbourhood, minutes from shopping, recreation and transit.

the colours and textures of the natural setting. Semi-detached homes on 25-ft. lots and a select group of detached homes on 36- and 40-ft. lots will boast an understated elegance, which is at the heart of this exclusive project. Interiors will live up to Aristaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extremely high standards and feature rich wood, natural stone and designer inspired cabinetry. Intelligent floorplans will capitalize on every square foot of living space, while expansive windows will perfectly frame the surrounding natural setting. In addition, a variety of Green initiatives and technologies that are in keeping with a best practices approach to building, will also be incorporated. Goddard on the Valley truly does have it all. Elegant homes and generous lots embraced by nature, yet situated in a mature North York neighbourhood, minutes from shopping, recreation and transit. An oasis in the city that is backed by the reputation of one of Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most respected builders. Goddard on the Valley puts life in perfect balance. All sales office and touchscreen technology is handled by G. Ryan Design in Toronto.

location North York housing type Semi-detached and detached homes sales centre 824 Sheppard Ave. W. contact 416.630.5039 aristahomes.com

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Lot Release THIS IS AN INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY to purchase at Vaughan Valley Estates and join the over 700 families who have already made this inspiring community their home.

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Construction starting soon in

Kleinburg

Now is the time to purchase your new home at pre-construction pricing at Impressions location Kleinburg housing type Townhomes, semis and detached homes contact impressionskleinburg.com

t Impressions, three of the GTA’s finest builders – Arista Homes, Fieldgate Homes and Paradise Homes – have come together to create a stunning master-planned community of remarkable distinction. Located just minutes from the heart of the Village of Kleinburg – an idyllic storybook village located just 30 minutes north of Toronto – Impressions features more than 70 acres of greenspace, including community parks, ponds and even two proposed community schools. With townhomes and semi-detached homes starting from the upper $400’s, and 30-, 38- and 44-ft. detached homes starting from the upper $500’s, this is a community that’s sure to make a lasting impression. And for a limited time, pre-construction pricing is still available, so there’s never been a better time to buy in this one-of-a-kind community setting. One of the many elegant designs offered at Impressions is The Raphael Elevation B by Arista Homes. Set on a 44-ft. lot, this double-car garage bungalow features three bedrooms and boasts 1,739 sq. ft. of elegant living space. The exterior of this home is a vision of picture-perfect small town living. The stone, brick and stucco elevation features charming dormers, a covered porch and large bright windows. The interior of the home is just C O N T I N U E D on p a g e 4 8 . . .

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as lovely, with features such as high ceilings in the living and dining room and a partially finished basement. Other notable features include a gas fireplace, an upstairs laundry room and a dazzling master suite that features an enormous walk-in closet, tray ceilings, an ensuite bathroom complete with soaker tub, his and hers sinks, separate shower and more. The master suite is the crown jewel of this positively breathtaking family home. Another great design at Impressions is Fieldgate Homesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 30-ft. Conner Elevation B. This 2,172-sq.-ft., four-bedroom, single garage design is a masterpiece of stately country architecture. The front elevation of brick and stone offers a lovely covered porch and an abundance of windows to fill the house with warmth and light. Upon entering the home, one is immediately impressed by the classic-yet-contemporary atmosphere that seems to flow through each and every room. Notable features include a spectacular kitchen and breakfast area, which boasts a pantry, a kitchen island, ample counter space and a garden door offering access to the backyard. The Conner Elevation B also offers a sumptuous master suite, which features a walk-in closet, tray ceilings and an ensuite featuring separate oval tub and shower. Bedrooms two and three offer large windows and generous closet space, while

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Impressions

The exterior of this home is a vision of picture-perfect small town living. bedroom four offers a walk-in closet and spectacular covered balcony. And Finally, Paradise Homes is proud to offer the 44-ft. Beacon Elevation B as part of its elegant collection of family homes. Standing two-storeys tall and offering four bedrooms, a double-car garage and two and a half baths, the Beacon offers the best in elegant family living. The stone and brick front elevation features a large covered porch, a majestic turret and numerous windows. The Beacon offers a wide array of distinctive home features that exude luxury and style. Featuring coffered ceilings in the dining room, a tranquil exterior courtyard and a breathtaking kitchen and breakfast area, this home is a celebration of stylish contemporary design. Upstairs, potential homebuyers will be pleased to discover a laundry room overlooking the grand staircase. The master suite is an inspired space featuring a walk-in closet and an ensuite complete with cosmetic counter, his and hers sinks, separate tub and shower and more. To learn more about Impressions, its builders and their exceptional new home collections, visit impressionskleinburg.com today.

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Jayson Schwarz 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, email info@schwarzlaw.ca and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

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 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 hardearned, 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 by Jayson Schwarz 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 Before you go new-home shopping, lose their deposit. The builder will then have the option of suing to force visit your bank, trust company or other fi- them to close the deal and pay all legal fees related thereto, or sue them nancial institution to see for any damages the builder might suffer before he resells what amount of mortgage the condo (for items such as interest, changes and price Don’t be afraid you qualify for. Take your differential) and legal fees. Sometimes, in a booming to shop around significant other, if you have market, kindhearted builders will release purchasers who one, because everyone’s have made a mistake or encountered personal tragedies. for rates and income and assets help. But don’t count on it! lock-in periods Once you know how much The moral of the story is to make sure you have financing or that the offer is conditional for a few days on both you can borrow, secure the best rate you can and lock it in for as long financing and review by a lawyer. It is critical you get the right advice, and a period as possible. Don’t be afraid to ne- only a lawyer can provide legal advice – that is the law. When you select gotiate – the banks want and need your a lawyer, find one who cares about you and a long-term relationship. business. Don’t be afraid to shop around for Happy home hunting! rates and lock-in periods. You should also visit the sales centre Perhaps the most difficult part of writing these articles relates not to the armed with your knowledge and check what actual writing, but thinking of a topic to address. Visit the website at mortgage rate and term the builder is offer- schwarzlaw.ca, or email me at info@schwarzlaw.ca. I will try to deal with ing. Take note that the builder may have them in print or electronic form.

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“Financial planning involves a variety of financial strategies, but is ultimately about meeting your life goals through the proper management of your finances, through both good and tough times in life,” says Cary List, president and CEO, FPSC. Financial planning is not just for the wealthy. The study showed that the connection between one’s level of

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Attention Builders Want to add your community to our maps? Need to update existing information? Please fax the details to (416) 789-9554

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Vandyk Communities

Windows on the Green

vandykcommunities.com

Conservatory Group

Central Park North

905-890-0195

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905-828-7888

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14 Eden Oak

Estates of Credit Ridge

19 Dezen Homes

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from $465,000

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from $305,000

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from $450,000

McLaughlin

905-696-7938

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from $544,000

20 Forest Hill Homes

Derry Village Mississauga

905-795-8307

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from $500,000

23 Dunpar Homes

Park View Trail

416-253-5888

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from $449,000

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27 Dezen Homes

Ravines on Fletcher’s Creek

905-814-7846

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from $695,000

45 ELM Developments

Baker’s Lane

905-771-8880

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thevillageofsouthfields.ca •

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from $390,000

IBC 6L

mattamyhomes.com •

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8 6P

19 Mattamy Homes

Salisbury Square

mattamyhomes.com •

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from $314,000

8 10N

21 Primont Homes

Centretown

905-495-5067

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from $356,000

12-13 9M

25 Heathwood Homes

Terracotta Village at The Credit Valley 905-874-4741

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from $430,000

49 9Q

45 Brookfield Homes

Pathways

905-584-2225

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from $395,000

17 8K

48 Aspen Ridge Homes

Credit Manor Heights

905-216-5155

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55 Townwood Homes

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant lovemountpleasant.com •

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from $270,000

60 Primont Homes

Castlemore

905-856-5777

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from $410,000

12-13 9K

62 Fieldgate Homes

Valley Lands

905-457-0445

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from $386,000

Insert & 25 9O

65 Great Gulf Homes

Mount Pleasant

905-459-5772

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from $397,000

67 6P

66 Ballantry Homes

Spring Valley Village

905-457-3698

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from $390,000

5 9M

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Coscorp Inc.

The Village of Southfields

thevillageofsouthfields.ca •

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Empire Communities

Lakeside

empirelakeside.com •

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from $350,000

VanMar Homes

Credit Ridge Estates

416-746-1234

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from $550,000

National Homes

Gates of Countryside

416-746-1234

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from $290,000

Townwood Homes

Gates of Countryside

gatesofcountryside.ca •

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from $400,000

Country Wide Homes

Gates of Countryside

905-907-1500

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from $400,000

Regal Crest Homes

Countryside Meadows

countrysidemeadows.ca

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from $346,000

Greenpark Homes

Gates of Countryside

gatesofcountryside.ca •

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from $400,000

Royal Cliff Homes

Gates of Countryside

gatesofcountryside.ca •

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from $400,000

Starlane Home Corporation Gates of Countryside

starlanehomes.com •

from $520,000

Great Gulf Homes

Castlemore Crossing

905-793-5607

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from $616,000

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Mount Pleasant Village

mattamyhomes.com •

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10 Stanford Homes

Fletcher’s Meadow

905-456-9398

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from $292,000

11 Berkshire Homes

Credit Springs

519-938-8449

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from $434,000

13 Conservatory Group

Walnut Grove in Spring Valley

905-455-2725

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from $250,000

17 Pemberton Group

Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club 905-799-5000

18 Saberwood Homes

Heart Lake Village

30 Gold Park Homes 32 Forest Hill Homes

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905-773-6549

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Castlemore Crossing

905-794-0366

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from $285,000

10K

Ravines of Castlemore

905-794-8875

•

from $520,000

33 Monarch Corporation

Strawberry Fields

905-843-0707

•

from $390,000

33 Coscorp Inc.

Strawberry Fields

905-843-8989

•

from $310,000

36 Greenpark Homes

Castlemore

greenparkhomes.com •

from $355,000

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37 Oxford Homes

Adena Ridge

905-584-6444

from $600,000

38 Andrin Homes

Turnberry Townhomes

AndrinTowns.com

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from $320,000

44 Falconcrest Homes

Timberbank Manors

905-230-4663

•

from $310,000

48 Regal Crest Homes

Credit Manor Heights

yourkingdom.ca

•

from $390,000

48 Country Wide Homes

Credit Manor Heights

yourkingdom.ca

•

from $390,000

50 Mosaik Homes

The Estates of Spring Valley

905-216-4806

•

51 Acorn Homes

Castlegate

acornhomes.ca

•

from $498,000

11K

55 Rosehaven Homes

The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant lovemountpleasant.com •

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from $270,000

55 Townwood Homes

The Neigbourhoods of Mount Pleasant LoveMountPleasant.com •

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57 Rosehaven Homes

Riverstone’s Rivers Edge

416-410-0175

•

from $710,000

10K

58 Devonleigh Homes Inc.

Meadowlands

519-942-3312

•

from $250,000

64 Meridian Homes

Credit Valley Manors

905-216-5186

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from $400,000

from $579,000

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starlanehomes.com •

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13 Heathwood Homes

The Village at Traditions

905-876-3140

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from $421,000

49 8h

13 Heathwood Homes

Traditions Heathwood

905-876-3140

•

from $880,000

49 8h

17 Mattamy Homes

Hawthorne Village

mattamyhomes.com

•

from $220,000

9 9G

33 Menkes

The Enclaves of Upper Canada

289-891-9103

•

from $420,000

6-7 9C

Great Gulf Homes

Edgewood

905-356-9408

•

from $289,000 12Q

Double Oak Homes

Silver Creek Hollow

905-702-8388

•

from $600,000 9d

Conservatory Group

Milton Heritage Homes

905-875-1953

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from $275,000 9g

Arista Homes

Milton Trails

905-864-3306

Branthaven Homes

Origins

branthaven.com

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from $300,000 10M

11 Tobyn Park Homes

Village of Walkers Green

905-319-8455

•

from $270,000 11l

12 Tobyn Park Homes

Park City

parkliving.ca

13 Lakeview Homes

Morrison Village

1-800-565-5150

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15 Rosehaven Homes

Waterdown Meadows

waterdownmeadows.com •

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18 Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities Inc. Antrim Glen

1-800-856-4318

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from $250,000 1O

20 Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities Inc. Cherry Hill at Vineland

1-800-479-9777

•

from $250,000 12R

22 Country Green Homes

Park Place Village

905-690-7600

•

26 Eden Oak

Weaver’s Mill

weaversmill.com/nh

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from $290,000 6B

27 North Star Homes

Valleygreen

northstarhomesinc.com •

from $310,000 9H

28 Intracorp

Foothills

905-864-8997

•

from $490,000 8H

34 Phelps Homes

Lakeside Estates

phelpshomes.com •

from $696,000 5Q

35 Phelps Homes

Jordan Village

phelpshomes.com

•

from $345,000 9R

36 Phelps Homes

Brookside

phelpshomes.com

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from $236,000 7R

37 Phelps Homes

Streamside

phelpshomes.com •

from $316,000 6R

38 Phelps Homes

Magnolia

phelpshomes.com •

from $400,000 7R

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The Preserve

mattamyhomes.com •

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from $360,000

9 4E

Monarch Corporation

Bronte Creek

416-495-3563

•

from $670,000

IBC 3G

Menkes

Millstone On The Park

905-825-3619

•

from $320,000

6-7 3G

Dawn Victoria Homes

North Morrison House

905-822-5000

Fernbrook Homes

Bronte Creek

905-847-6377

•

from $550,000

Legend Creek Homes

Bronte Creek

905-827-6441

•

from $410,000

National Homes

Glen Abbey at Westmount

416-746-1234

•

Century Grove Homes

Upper Glen Abbey Estates

905-465-1379

•

from $470,000

Tribute Communities

The Courtyard Condominium Residences 905-257-6200

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Rosehaven Homes

Woodland Trails

liveinoakville.ca

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teps away from the lake, a short walk from the woods and minutes away from all of your essentials, the ultimate urban living experience will be coming to Oakville this June. Treasure Hill Homes, winner of six 2012 BILD awards, including Lowrise Project of The Year, is proud to introduce Nautica at Lakeshore Woods, at the intersection of Rebecca Street and Great Lakes Boulevard. Nautica at Lakeshore Woods combines functionality, beauty and efficiency in every home. The collection will feature 36 urban townhomes with architectural designs that create a striking modern facade. At Nautica, discerning buyers will live in thoughtfully conceived spaces with superior interior design features in an unparalleled location. The award-winning builder has assembled a great team featuring highly acclaimed architect Richard Wengle and international interior designer Samantha Farjo to introduce an urban lifestyle in a stunning development. With features such as 10-ft. ceilings, waterfall island countertops, stained stairs and freestanding soaker tubs, these urban towns showcase masterful space planning, high quality fixtures and designer inspired finishes. With three levels of living space, up to 2,065 sq. ft., Nautica’s interiors are both contemporary and functional with complete customization from floor to ceiling. Oakville is a remarkable setting that will allow you to breathe easy, with crisp air drifting in from nearby Lake Ontario. Your family will enjoy roaming the paths, parks or piers in Bronte Marina or Downtown Oakville. With the stunning landscape the town has to offer, outside is where you will want to be. The lake is conveniently located just down the street, while there are more than 1,420 hectares of parkland and 150 kilometres of walking and biking trails.

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Outdoor activity in Oakville is endless, thanks to more than 200 parks, playgrounds, splash pads and sports fields, as well as two harbours and 31 waterfront parks. Enjoy the exclusivity of being in one of Canada’s most prosperous towns that boasts excellent shops, fine dining, challenging golf courses, entertainment centres, quality schools and more. The Great Lakes Shopping Centre, located directly beside the development can easily provide you with your everyday shopping essentials. With not one but two shopping malls a short drive away, both Oakville Place and Burlington Mall provide you with countless shopping options and great restaurants. If you are looking for an exciting round of golf, the world-famous Glen Abbey Golf Club, known for its connection with the Canadian Open, is situated in Oakville. The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts stages more than 260 big ticket and local performances a year, making it the place to be for a perfect night out. The town of Oakville has a long list of both private and public schools for elementary and secondary students, as well as proximity to post-secondary options such as Sheridan College. The nearby highways put the entire Greater Toronto Area conveniently at your fingertips. With the QEW and Hwys. 403 and 407, wherever your desired destination may be, it is easily accessible. With the extra help of GO Transit and Via Rail, your transportation options allow for seamless travel into and out of town. Welcome to Nautica at Lakeshore Woods. Oakville Urban Towns.

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Passmore Ave

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Christie St.

Horner Ave

Spadina

Dundas St. W.

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Queen St. W. 58 King St. W. 49 Front St.

Logan Ave.

Danforth Ave.

Cosburn Ave

East Ave

Keele St.

QEW 4

Yonge St

Evans Ave

Yonge St.

Don Valley Pkwy

QEW

Jane St

Avenue Rd Bloor St.

Laird Dr

Queensway

Dupont St.

O'Connor Dr.

Woodbine Ave

Dufferin St

Davenport Rd.

Pharmacy Rd Victoria Park

Sca

Warden Ave

Dundas St W

Allen Expressway

Birchmount Rd Eglinton Ave E

Lawrence Ave E

Sheppard Ave E Milner Ave

Progress Ave

McCowan Rd

St Clair Ave.

Dufferin St

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Dixon Rd

York Mills

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Scarborough Golf Rd

Martin Grove Rd

Orton Park Rd

Islington Ave

401

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Jane St

Wilson Ave

Finch Ave W

Drewry Rd

Pleasant Ave

Bayview

400

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401

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Humberline Dr

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Toronto, Etobicoke, York, North York, East York, Scarborough

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Tapscott Rd

Morningside Ave

Neilson Rd Morrish Rd

Sewells Rd Conlins Rd

Reesor Rd

Beare Rd

Meadowvale Rd

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Coxwell Ave

Pape Ave.

Parliament St Sherbourne St Jarvis St.

Dufferin St

Lansdowne Rd.

Roncesvalles Ave.

Park Lawn

Royal York Rd

Renforth Dr

Arista Homes

Goddard on the valley

416-630-5039

Arista Homes

IMPRESSIONS

Monarch Corporation

Price Range

•

from $650,000

40-41 7B

impressionskleinburg.com •

• •

from $490,000

47 5F

Evergreen

416-495-3526

•

from $470,000

IBC 14F

Menkes

Humber Mews

416-642-8955

•

6-7 3I

Menkes

Dwell city town

416-642-8955

•

6-7 3I

Menkes

Bloom Park Towns

416-730-1600

•

from $320,000

6-7 8B

Monarch Corporation

Birkdale

monarchgroup.net

•

from $473,000

IBC 13D

Camrost Felcorp

iLoft at Mystic Pointe

416-251-8888

Fieldgate Homes

IMPRESSIONS

impressionskleinburg.com •

• •

from $490,000

Paradise Homes

IMPRESSIONS

impressionskleinburg.com •

• •

from $490,000

Oz Properties

Garden Towns

416-898-5100

•

Tribute Communities

Canterbury

647-352-2130

•

from $700,000

Pemberton Group

The Uptown Residences

416-987-3500

• from $400,000

Regal Crest Homes

Centennial Gardens

416-686-0556

• • from $323,000

13G

Beaverbrook Homes

Evolution

416-747-9691

Conservatory Group

Oakdale Village

416-243-0511

•

from $323,000

Conservatory Group

Upper Beach

416-698-7796

•

• •

from $400,000

12H

Forest Green Homes

Lexington On The Green

416-235-0220

•

from $208,000

Conservatory Group

Port Union

416-287-3128

•

from $520,000

18E

Cresford Development Corp.

Windermere by the Lake

416-977-5300

• • from $200,000

Pemberton Group

Park Lake Residences

416-769-4343

• from $180,000

H&R Developments

Westown

hr-newhomes.com

• from $190,000

Beaverbrook Homes

Yorktowns

647-259-0733

•

from $460,000

Stafford Homes

The Bell Estate

416-693-6800

•

from $335,000

12G

Brookfield Homes

The Bell Estate

416-693-6800

•

from $335,000

12G

Aspen Ridge Homes

Scenic On Eglinton

416-805-1781

•

from $190,000

10F

Tribute Communities

RCMI

416-363-4800

Fieldgate Homes

Corktown Mews

corktownmews.ca

•

Tribute Communities

1717 Avenue Road

416-430-1717

Stafford Homes

Keystone Mews

416-757-6684

• •

from $475,000

11F

Mattamy Homes

Cornell

mattamyhomes.com •

•

from $390,000

H&R Developments

Berczy Square

hr-newhomes.com •

Aspen Ridge Homes

Seventy Seven Charles

416-203-7034

• • from $2100,000

Your Home Developments

Nature’s Path

647-340-6972

•

from $280,000

17E

Brandy Lane Homes

Village Mews

416-651-6555

•

from $470,000

Arista Homes

Lilly Factory Towns

416-792-4872

• •

from $395,000

12G

Decade Homes

Yorkdale Village

416-638-5656

•

from $350,000

Sundance Homes

Braeburn Lane

sundancehomes.ca •

from $430,000

15D

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• from $270,000

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King-Vaughan Rd

400

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Rutherford Rd

Maple

Centre St

Clark Ave W

Thornhill

12 43

33 28

23 16

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Dufferin St

Kirby Rd

Pine Valley

City of Vaughan

Jane St

Nashville Rd

Keele St

Cold Creek

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Aspen Ridge Homes

Kleinburg Hills

647-921-0381

•

from $780,000

1 4E

Fieldgate Homes

Vaughan Valley Estates

905-303-4728

•

from $770,000

Insert & 25, 44-45 9F

Arista Homes

Vaughan Valley Estates

905-303-1929

•

from $770,000

44-45 9F

Madison Homes

Thornhill

905-417-1203

•

from $1090,000

35 14g

Aspen Ridge Homes

King Oaks

905-539-0181

•

from $1100,000

1 12A

Fieldgate Homes

Rivers Edge

905-303-4728

•

• •

from $730,000

Country Wide Homes

Kleinburg Hills

KleinburgHills.com •

from $750,000

Summit View Homes

The Summit of Valleybrooke

905-417-7980

•

from $300,000

Hallstone Homes

Clairtrell Mews

905-886-5757

•

from $670,000

15K

Flato Developments Inc.

Montebello

905-731-2000

•

from $390,000

11D

Liberty Development

Centre Park Townes

905-731-8302

from $399,000

13I

Tiffany Park Homes

Valleybrook Estates

905-303-1620

from $320,000

Dunpar Homes

Riverside Village

416-253-5888

•

from $519,000

Primont Homes

Rothbury Ravine Estates

905-305-8871

•

from $675,000

13f

Forest Hill Homes

Thornhill Ravines

madisonhomes.ca •

from $690,000

14g

Country Wide Homes

The Point at Woodbridge

905-907-1500

•

Country Wide Homes

Upper Thornhill Estates

905-907-1500

•

from $900,000

14E

Beaverhall Homes

Regency Estates

905-265-2634

•

from $1250,000

Graywood Developments Ltd Regency Estates

905-265-2634

•

from $1250,000

Great Gulf Homes

King Oaks

greatgulfhomes.com •

from $1100,000

12A

Zancor Homes

Royal Collection

905-833-0883

•

from $550,000

12A

Treasure Hill Homes

Thornhill Woods

treasurehill.com •

from $986,000

13g

Oskar Group

Le Sedici

lesedici.com

from $600,000

10E

Insert & 25 8E

central region: Vaughan, Maple, Woodbridge, Thornhill

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Aspen Ridge Homes

Kettle Lakes Club

289-231-2849

•

from $550,000

1 6D

Fieldgate Homes

The Humberlands

905-773-7738

•

from $770,000

Insert 2C

•

from $600,000

30-31 4H

14 Arista Homes

Jefferson Forest

15 Madison Homes

Jefferson Forest

905-770-8661

•

from $600,000

30-31 4H

15 Forest Hill Homes

Jefferson Forest

iloveforest.ca

•

from $600,000

30-31 4H

16 Fieldgate Homes

Jefferson Forest

905-884-8017

•

from $600,000

30-31 4H

27 Acorn Homes

Oak Knoll

acornhomes.ca

•

from $600,000

89 4C

The Royal at Bayview Glen

905-709-5700

• from $190,000

17 Heathwood Homes

The Reserve at the Woodlands

416-637-3520

•

from $748,000

18 Heathwood Homes

Silverwood Lane

heathwoodrichmondhill.com

•

19 Heathwood Homes

Forestbrook

heathwoodrichmondhill.com •

from $583,000

20 North Star Homes

King’s Crossing

416-291-9666

•

from $440,000

22 Yorkwood Homes

Hillside Manors

905-770-4662

•

from $472,000

25 Treasure Hill Homes

Urbantowns on Bayview

treasurehill.com

•

26 Arten Development Group

The Manors of Roseview Grand

roseviewgrand.com

• •

from $650,000

Pemberton Group

Richmond Hill

Tel

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Heirloom in Markham

905-201-2804

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from $390,000

12-13 7f

11 Madison Homes

Greensborough

905-201-7700

•

from $601,000

35 7F

20 Fieldgate Homes

BlueSky Stouffville

905-640-0002

•

from $440,000

Insert & 25 18f

•

from $450,000

11 & 35 8F

•

from $450,000

95 8f

from $495,000

1 7F

•

from $580,000

22-23 7F Insert & 25 6G

30 Madison Homes

Cornell Rouge

905-472-9556

30 Forest Hill Homes

Cornell Rouge

cornellrouge.com

41 Aspen Ridge Homes

Upper Cornell

905-554-3446

•

50 Geranium Homes

Cardinal Point Downtown Stouffville 905-640-9999

•

52 Fieldgate Homes

Potter’s Bend

fieldgatehomes.com •

•

from $560,000

54 Beaverbrook Homes

Victoria Highlands

416-924-0110

•

from $450,000

39 16B

59 Primont Homes

Harmony

905-305-8871

•

from $540,000

12-13 5I

64 Fieldgate Homes

Upper Unionville

905-477-6464

•

from $520,000

36-37 5G

64 Arista Homes

Upper Unionville

905-534-1564

•

from $520,000

36-37 5G

64 Paradise Homes

Upper Unionville

905-477-6464

•

from $520,000

36-37 5G

65 Fieldgate Homes

Victoria Manor

fieldgatehomes.com •

from $779,000

Insert & 25 3G

Beaverbrook Homes

The Terrace On Rouge Creek

905-640-7360

• •

from $390,000

Marydel Homes

Woodland Hills

905-898-7380

•

from $400,000

10B

Country Wide Homes

Pavo Point

905-554-5975

•

from $400,000

Country Wide Homes

Wismer Commons

905-907-1500

•

from $450,000

10 Monarch Corporation

Nichols Manor at Heritage

416-495-3542

•

from $550,000

12 Laurier Homes

windsong

905-201-5979

•

from $495,000

12 Laurier Homes

Windsong North

905-201-5979

•

from $598,000

14 Ballygarven Homes

Upper Canada Meadows

905-395-1294

•

from $330,000

11C

17 Conservatory Group

Heritage Estates

905-640-2274

•

from $283,000

18E

18 Kylemore Communities

Angus Glen West Village

905-887-9950

•

from $2000,000

20 Starlane Home Corporation BlueSky Stouffville

starlanehomes.com •

from $518,000

18F

24 Ballantry Homes

Cornell

905-294-0221

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from $450,000

26 Arista Homes

Boxgrove

905-201-1102

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28 Preston Homes

Copper Hills

905-954-4050

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Copper Hills South

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Forest Hill

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from $400,000

42 National Homes

Wismer Woods

416-746-1234

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from $680,000

50 Geranium Homes

The Neighbourhoods of Cardinal Point 905-640-9999

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from $575,000

51 Oxford Homes

Coventry Valley

905-836-8902

from $600,000

53 H&R Developments

Castle Square

hr-newhomes.com

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Woodland Hills

905-907-1500

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60 Best Homes

Wismer Gardens

905-479-9600

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from $410,000

62 North Star Homes

Pacific Villas

416-332-8115

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from $337,000

62 North Star Homes

Mill Fair Village

NorttStarHomesInc.com

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from $500,000

63 Fieldgate Homes

Bond Lake Village

905-313-1021

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from $399,000

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Aurora Woods on Bayview

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from $749,000

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Greensborough

416-746-1234

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Landmark Estates

905-953-9046

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from $380,000

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Prairiewood

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Lewis Honey Towns & Semis New Daniels build-it-first community this spring to scenic Aurora

location Aurora housing type Condominium townhomes and freehold semi-detached homes contact 905.853.4443 danielslewishoney.com

90 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

he Daniels Corporation is making history in the growing town of Aurora with the company’s 19th build-it-first community – Lewis Honey Towns & Semis. Known for an innovative approach to making homeownership easier and more accessible for homeowners across the Greater Toronto Area, Daniels is excited to introduce this limited collection of fully-built condominium townhomes and freehold semi-detached homes at the southeast corner of St. John’s Sideroad and Bayview Avenue, starting from just $389,900. Daniels’ build-it-first approach is a truly unique concept and has been designed to make the home-buying process easier for the homeowner. “Building the homes before we go on sale offers new-home buyers a huge advantage when deciding which home design is best for them,” says Daniels vice-president Don Pugh. “At our Preview Events, we offer people the opportunity to walk through a model of every home design to see,

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touch and feel Daniels’ quality construction; and they can determine which layout fits their lifestyle needs. Since the homes are already built, purchasers will be able to move-in as early as 30, 60 or 90 days after they buy. Homeowners will benefit from a brand new home with the most current building practices and materials as well as energy-efficient features. In addition, once the homes are sold, purchasers participate in a pre-delivery inspection of their new home with a Daniels representative. Homeowners will receive the protection of a full Tarion Home Warranty, which is supported by Daniels’ excellent reputation in quality and service.” Build-it-first also refers to the community itself, when people attend the Preview Events and tour the model homes, they will also be able to walk a 1:1 scale model of the community and really understand how it works with the surrounding neighbourhood. Plus, when homeowners move in, they’ll be able to enjoy landscaped yards and paved streets right away! Lewis Honey Towns & Semis will feature three-bedroom condominium townhomes ranging from 1,628 to 1,975 sq. ft. and three- and fourbedroom freehold semi-detached homes ranging in size from 2,431 to

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2,583 sq. ft., truly offering something for everyone from first-time buyers and growing families to empty nesters. Nestled within an established community, and surrounded by an array of amenities, Lewis Honey Towns & Semis is close to Upper Canada Mall, shops, theatres, recreation complexes, golf courses, parks, trails and conservation areas. These nearby amenities also include a convenient grocery store on Bayview Avenue, and many other shops and restaurants. The GO Station is also close by (at Wellington and Yonge) with transit stops located at the corner of St. John’s Sideroad and Bayview Avenue. The Daniels Corporation is one of Canada’s preeminent builder/developers with a reputation for quality and integrity in all forms of residential construction. Awarded the 2012 Highrise Builder of the Year presented by the Tarion Warranty Corp., Daniels has built more than 23,000 homes and apartments in a diverse range of award-winning communities across the GTA. Among its many initiatives, Daniels was chosen to partner with Toronto Community Housing to revitalize Regent Park – 69 acres in Toronto’s Downtown East. Committed to community, Daniels continually offers innovative programs that help people achieve homeownership, champions neighbourhood initiatives that enhance residents’ quality of life, and supports numerous charities and non-profit organizations. Daniels’ build-it-first debut in Aurora is already attracting a tremendous amount of attention. To receive more information and an invitation to Daniels’ Preview Event, register now for Daniels’ Lewis Honey community. Call 905.853.4443 or visit danielslewishoney.com june 8 - 22, 2013 | New home guide GTA 91

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BMO Housing Confidence Report:

regional shift in buying intentions while affordability improves Despite cooling conditions in

Canada’s housing market, the latest BMO Housing Confidence Report shows nearly half of Canadian homeowners (48 per cent) intend to buy a property in the next five years – mostly unchanged from fall 2012 – signalling a high level of confidence in Canada’s housing market is continuing into 2013. However, regional data reflect a different story. In major city centres, intent to buy in Vancouver is on the rise, while Calgary has dropped by 13 points. Further east, buying intentions in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Montreal have stayed steady over the same period. Provincially, Atlantic Canada has seen the largest increase in buying intentions, jumping by 15 points since the fall. The report also reveals that perceptions

of mortgage affordability have improved since the fall, with a 10-point drop in the proportion of mortgage holders making spending or saving cutbacks to afford their mortgage payments. “The relative strength of the Canadian housing market continues to bolster homeowners confidence, while improving affordability across all regions reflects that Canadians are making responsible choices when it comes to financing a home,” says Martin Nel, vice-president of lending and investments, BMO Bank of Montreal. Nel adds that for Canadians looking to buy a home – particularly first-time buyers – choosing a fixed rate mortgage and a lower amortization period can help to increase financial stability. “The improvement in affordability reflects continued income growth nationwide and softer home prices in a few regions since the summer,” says Sal Guatieri, senior economist, BMO Capital Markets. “That said, affordability remains an issue in the detached markets of Vancouver and Toronto, pushing more buyers into the condo market.” C O N T I N U E D on p a g e 9 4 . . .

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BMO’s second semi-annual report also revealed: Homeownership intentions »» Vancouver intent rises, Calgary falls: Intentions to buy in Vancouver have increased by five points since the fall (58 versus 53 per cent) while intent in the Greater Toronto Area and Montreal has held steady (59 versus 57 per cent). Meanwhile, plans to buy have decreased in Calgary by 13 points since the fall (39 versus 52 per cent). »» Under 40 Crowd moving on up: Close to half of all homeowners under 40 intend to purchase a larger home within the next five years (46 per cent), and are three times more likely to move to a more expensive rather than a less expensive neighbourhood (24 per cent versus eight per cent). »» Real estate investment: 10 per cent of homeowners plan to buy a recreational property in the next five years, down two points from last fall. Furthermore, homeowners planning to buy an investment property have declined to six per cent from eight per cent last fall.

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“In Vancouver, buyers seem eager to take advantage of the modest decline in home prices over the past year, while, in Calgary, strong price gains appear to have put some potential buyers on the fence,” says Guatieri. Mortgage affordability improving »» The total percentage of mortgage holders needing to cut spending or dip into savings to make their mortgage payments has decreased by 10 points since last fall (45 versus 55 per cent). »» Specifically, the number of mortgage holders making cutbacks to spending on big-ticket purchases has decreased by nine points in the same period (25 versus 34 per cent). »» One-in-five mortgage holders have reduced the amount they are saving in order to afford their mortgage, down from 27 per cent in the fall. »» 15 per cent have dipped into their savings to make mortgage payments, down slightly from 17 per cent in the fall.

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New neighbourhood release and two new models draw crowds to

award-winning community More than 400 interested homebuyers

toured Kylemore Communities’ two new Jane Lockhartdesigned Model Homes on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26, and discovered the newly released Parkside East neighbourhood situated in Markham. By closing time on Sunday, Kylemore had sold 20 per cent of the available 31-, 35- and 43-ft. homes in the award-winning Angus Glen Community, at prices starting from $989,900. “We know these three- and four-bedroom designs really appeal to first-time and first move-up buyers. The rear lane concept is a proven winner among homeowners who appreciate the fabulous streetscapes which result in having the garage at the back, not to mention the extra light indoors and the privacy of a courtyard-style back garden,” says Patrick O’Hanlon, Kylemore’s president, who was on hand to personally greet clients and answer questions. Angus Glen is a master-planned community nestled around the two championship courses of Angus Glen Golf Club. Homes in a variety of architecturally selected colour co-ordinated materials are constructed with exteriors of stone, brick and stucco with decorative accents, steep roof pitches and mouldings. “Only in Angus Glen will you experience an awardwinning golf course community near to state-of-the-art recreation, tennis, shops, parks and conveniences with access to everything great about this City,” says O’Hanlon. To help launch this special Parkside East neighbourhood, designer Jane Lockhart of Jane Lockhart Interior Design in Toronto added her signature style to two exciting new models to show the appeal of these family-sized, two-storey designs. Jane Lockhart’s has collaborated with Kylemore on multiple model homes and has experienced the company’s approach to building a home of lasting quality. She is skilled at translating this commitment into models which illustrate an appreciation for life in a Kylemore home. “These spacious homes are designed for the way today’s modern families live – with all the comfort, style and detail 96 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

Patrick O’Hanlon, centre, and Mariam AbouTaam, at his right, of Kylemore Communities pose with designer Jane Lockhart, at his left, and her design team in the kitchen of The Riley Model Home.

homeowners expect from Kylemore,” says Lockhart. The Oakley is a four-bedroom, 3,518-sq.-ft. home that Jane describes as evocative of haberdashery, incorporating classic influences and darker colours with touches of Ralph Lauren style. The second model is a three-bedroom home of 2,338 sq. ft. called The Riley. Jane’s design theme for The Riley taps into current trends that lean towards lighter and fresher colours. Kylemore’s designs have ample room for entertaining, as well as thoughtful spaces such as an ensuite bathroom for each of the bedrooms. Deluxe interiors have a gas fireplace, natural finish oak staircase, nine-ft. main floor ceilings, cornice moulding in dining room, granite countertops and quality cabinetry in kitchens along with a host of other desirable finishes. Parkside East homes range from 2,200 sq. ft. on a 31-ft. lot to 4,088 sq. ft. (including loft) on a 43-ft. lot. Prices range from $989,990 to $1.38 million. For a limited time, a generous Grand Opening Bonus of $95,000 in free upgrades, plus $20,000 in Décor Extras, is included in the purchase price. Closing dates will be offered starting in late 2014. To learn more about Jane Lockhart Interior Design, visit janelockhart.com For information on the Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) Association’s 2013 Places to Grow Community of the Year Award Winner – Angus Glen Community by Kylemore Communities – visit kylemorecommunities.com or call 905.887.9950. The Angus Glen Sales Centre is at 285 Angus Glen Blvd., south off Major MacKenzie Road and west of Kennedy Road in Markham. Hours are Monday to Thursday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday by appointment only.

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West Shore Beach Club launches

new model homes in Orillia beachfront community

Left to right: Sal Ruscica, Luciano Frutti, Mayor Michael Burkett, Phil Calvano, Brian Ellis and Frank Reiss.

The sun shone down on West Shore Canoe and The Dunes are both designed in the Muskoka boatBeach Club recently as Orillia Mayor Michael Burkett house style. Homes feature single and double car garages and welcomed the new residents of this new Beachfront com- all have master bedrooms and ensuites on the main floor. Each munity located on the gentle shores of Lake Couchiching, home also boasts unique architectural detailing, board and and performed the official ribbon cutting for the two new batten heritage siding and traditional fish scale accents. At West model homes. Shore Beach Club, you’ll find homes with interior courtyards, Surrounded by the partners in the project, the mayor kitchens with breakfast bars, media rooms, up to 15-ft. ceilings, thanked them for building a beautiful addition to the covered porches, rooftop decks and more. Designs range in size Township of Severn and investing in the community. from 1,001 to 2,580 sq. ft. Prices start at just $299,990. An exclusive year-round gated community of just 75 Construction is already underway at West Shore with the two-storey homes and bungalows located 10 minutes first homes closing early next year. from Orillia, West Shore Beach Club brings four seasons The community boasts outstanding amenities with extenof adventure just beyond your front door. sively landscaped grounds and a fabulous community Marine “Whether people are looking for a primary residence House with canoe storage and meeting facilities. What’s more, on the waterfront or searching for a summer home up every homeowner has access to a breathtaking 300-ft.-long resort north, West Shore Beach Club is perfect,” says Brian styled private beach. As an added bonus, residents at West Shore Ellis of Summerhill Homes. “The community offers year- will have a one-year SkyLife membership for a family of four round living with activities like swimming, sailing, canoe- that comes with free ski, golf, Adventure Park, hotel stays and ing, fishing, skating and more. The maintenance-free dining. living means more time to share with loved ones instead West Shore Beach Club is 10 minutes from Orillia, where of endless chores of cottage living.” stores, entertainment, dining and medical services abound. From Summerhill Homes celebrated the opening of the two festivals to live theatre, shopping in the quaint, historic downmodel homes, The Canoe and The Dunes, on the site of town, wonderful architecture, and monuments that speak to West Shore Beach Club. The Canoe is a 2,370-sq.-ft., the town’s rich history and heritage, Orillia is a unique place to two-storey home complete with a 447-sq.-ft. finished lower experience. Add to this the spectacular natural beauty of Orillia level. The Dunes is a spacious bungalow of 1,350 sq. ft., and its pristine lakes, and you have a great place to explore all including a 213-sq.-ft. finished lower level. year round. “Thank you for showing your confidence in the Township of Severn and investing in our township with such To learn more about life at West Shore Beach Club, visit an outstanding selection of homes,” Mayor Burkett said the sales office at 9361 Hwy. 11 north at Grayshott Drive, as he cut the commemorative ribbon. “We are thrilled to call 416.322.3300 or visit westshorebeachclub.ca for more inwelcome a new group of residents to our area.” formation. Like all the homes at West Shore Beach Club, The 98 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

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North Rd

32 Sideline

Altona Rd

Rosebank Rd

Altona Rd Church St S

Squires Beach Rd

Brock Rd

Sandy Beach

Spruce Hill

Montgomery F

Lak

Wentworth St

Gibb St

King St W Bond St W

Adelaide Ave

King S

Adelaide Ave

Wentworth St

Bloor St.

Olive Ave

Ritson Rd S tS eS co Sim

Stevenson Rd

Phillip Murr

Bloor St Park Rd S

57 n 65

Finley Ave

Harwood Ave

Westney Rd S

401

Kendalwood R

Appleview Rd

Whites Rd

Granite Court

Dr Notion Rd

52 91 14

17 Rossland Rd

Beatrice St

Conlin Rd

Harmony Rd S

Fairport Rd

Dixie Rd

42 11

Cochrane St

46 Rd

Garden St Blair St

Audley Rd

Bayly St E

Manning Rd

Dryden Bv

Park Rd S

gst

38 1

Centre St.

Kin

Liverpool Rd

401

Dundas St E

Sheppard Ave

Brock Rd R aks rO o j Ma Valley Farm

55 44 48 401

Kingston Rd

Taunton Rd W

devie

Whites Rd

Riverside

Brock Rd McQuay

Glenanna Rd

16 Sideline Rossland Rd

8 36

Cityof Oshaw a

Mary St N

Stroud's

Church St N

Paddock Rd Ravenscroft Magill 92Dr

Garden St

Audley Rd

Country Lane

Taunton Rd W

Anderson St

Highview Rd

Greenwood Rd

Townline Rd

Tow n of Ajax

Lakeridge Rd Garrard Rd

Westney Rd N

Salem Rd Brock St N

Delaney Dr

Salem Rd

Baldwin St S

Garrard Rd

Rossland Rd

4 Sideline R

Taunton Rd E

Stevenson Rd

Gran

North Rd

13 37

Conlin Rd

Tow n of W hitby

Rossland/Winchester R

8 Concession

Church St E

Thornton Rd

Central Park

30 Sideline Coronation R

24 Sideline

Thickson Rd

Finch Ave

20 Sideline co

3 Concession

16 Sideline Sim

Brock Rd

12 Sideline

4 Concession

6 Sideline

Ritson Rd N

4 Concession

Wilson Rd N

4 Sideline Halls Rd N

Fifth Conces

Cochrane

Village of Brooklin

Brawley Rd

Ashburn Rd

5 Concession

Myrtle Rd W

Country Lane

Columbus Rd

Lake Ridge R

6 Concession

Baldwin St N

Whitevale Rd

Cedarbrook T

7 Concession

8 Concession

9 Concession

Duffs Rd

4 Garrard Rd

28 Sideline

7 Conncession

16 Sideline Brock Rd Cen tral St

Cityof Pickering

9 Concession

Stevenson Rd

Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa

4 Sideline R

east region:

Harmony Rd N

Grandeview S

Townline Rd.

Bay

102 Grandeview S

Wilson Rd S

Thornton Rd

Hopkins St Blair St

Henry St

Brock St S

Gordon St

Ajax-Whitby

Shoal Point Rd

Pickering Beach Rd

riv ew a

Liverpool Rd

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Price Range

Page No.

Brookfield Homes

Hills of Harrowsmith

Brook-Hill.ca

•

from $300,000

17 15G

Great Gulf Homes

Stonecrest

greatgulf.com

•

from $334,000

107 15F

Menkes

Somerset

905-428-0500

•

from $480,000

6-7 7G

66 Monarch Corporation

Tran Quility

monarchgroup.net •

from $520,000

IBC 7G

90 LeBovic Homes

Old Taunton in Pickering

905-428-3434

•

Beaverhall Homes

Parkside Walk

905-430-1227

Monarch Corporation

Lexington County

416-495--3542

•

from $490,000

Emery Homes

Town Central

1-877-953-6379

•

from $350,000 4J

Highmark Homes

Triumph

whitbytriumph.ca •

from $350,000 10G

11 Conservatory Group

Carruther’s Creek Village

905-426-8081

•

from $247,000 7J

13 Liza Communities

Folkstone

1-877-365-9555

•

from $335,000 10G

21 Great Gulf Homes

Grandview Oshawa

1-888-579-7235

•

from $287,000 14F

24 Tribute Communities

Imagination

905-683-1228

•

from $286,000 8G

25 Melody Homes

Brooklin Winchester

1-888-679-5744

•

from $260,000 11E

31 Preston Homes

Prestonvale Heights

905-432-2800

•

from $350,000 15J

33 Tribute Communities

The Neighbourhoods of Windfields Farm 905-436-7444

•

from $356,000 13F

34 Tribute Communities

The Neighbourhoods of Park Ridge 905-723-2344

•

from $333,000 15G

35 Tribute Communities

The Village of Brooklin West

905-655-9979

•

from $380,000 11E

35 Tribute Communities

The Village of Brooklin Townhomes 905-655-9979

•

from $340,000 11E

36 Liza Communities

Heritage Village

1-888-655-6188

•

from $325,000 11G

45 Sundial Homes Limited

Mulberry Meadows

905-427-8255

•

from $190,000 6J

49 Senator Homes

Harbourside

905-430-5957

•

• •

from $270,000 9J

54 Baycliffe Homes

The Gates of Whitby

905-668-9828

•

from $250,000 9G

55 Jeffery Homes

Kedron Park Ravines

905-433-2173

from $580,000 14G

56 Delpark Homes

The Woods of Nichol Trail

905-665-9555

•

from $426,000 11I

57 Geranium Homes

The Courts of South Rouge

geraniumhomes.com •

from $700,000 2K

58 Mattamy Homes

Seaton

mattamyhomes.com

60 greycrest homes

the fields of conlin

905-725-4539

•

from $310,000 15G

65 Brookfield Homes

Rosebank By The Lake

PickeringRosebank.ca •

from $550,000 2K

67 Midhaven Homes

Breeze

1-877-773-6888

•

from $257,000 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

•

from $588,000

•

109 5H

from $285,000 11H

from $225,000

Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa

• •

east region:

Tel

M Fi a nd p er

Site

et a Se ch m ed To i w Co nho nd m o e

Builder

# Si te

103

Mill St

Parkhill Rd.

115

24 16

te Wa

Peterborough

9 31 38 Lansdowne Ave.

134

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Durham 23

Bloor St.

33 Oke

Angelina St North 34

Major St.

Lorne St.

Harmony Rd

Hw Mya2rsh

401 14

Bloor St.

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ONTARIO

St. Ridout W al to

St .

To Belleville Jocalyn St

401

Lake Ontario

Po rt Hope

Rd.

t. H wy 2

Kin

Concession St

Baseline Rd. E

Concession Rd 3

Bowmanville/ Newcastle

Hwy

401

7 12 7A

Lake Scugog

ill Mc G

Lake Scugog

LAKE ON TA

Port Hope

MacDonald Cartier Freeway

106

RIO

115

Cobourg

Hwy 2 3

Hwy 401

Reg. Rd. 74

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To Toronto

Hwy

Nash Rd

St. Hw

Baseline Rd. W

King

Mearns

Hwy

Nash Rd

Lindsay St. North

Lindsay

Courtice

King St.

Po rt Per ry

Hwy #7

Kent St

Colborne St

7 y4 30 Hw 10 Goodwood Rd

Centre

Rd.

Quaker Village Dr

Uxbridge

Brock Rd To

Che Monaghan Rd.

Brock St

ro n

Reg Rd 8

Elgin Park

Durham Reg

Main St

Hwy 134

Liberty St. N Liberty St. S

West Townline Rd. N.

le Rd

Varcoe Rd Darlington Blvd

n io Un

St. Joseph's Rd onva

Waverly Rd

Lambs Rd Hains St

Hwy 28

Av e Trulls Rd

Regional Rd 57

Reg. Rd 34 Courtice Rd

McLaughlin Rd ille Rd Janetv

Uxbridge, Lindsay, Bowmanville/Newcastle, Courtice, Peterborough, Port Hope, Cobourg, Port Perry

Reg. Rd. 18

east region:

Prest

Hancock Rd

Mill St.

oS tari

Hwy #12 (From Whitby)

ron To

Simcoe St. (From Oshawa)

y. 4 H

104 Hw

• •

Page No.

48 Brookfield Homes

BrookHill

Brook-Hill.ca

•

Mason Homes

Port Hope Golf & Country Club

905--885-6565

•

from $210,000 12K

Parkview Homes

Woodland Acres

705-748--2828

•

from $220,000 3G

Mason Homes

Cobourg

905-885-6565

• •

from $200,000 19I

Mason Homes

Cloverlea Lindsay

705-324-1653

•

• •

from $200,000 7a

Brookfield Homes

Foxtrail

brookfieldhomes.ca •

from $390,000 5B

Kaitlin Group Ltd.

Port of Newcastle

1-800-305-6849

•

Kylemore Communities

Port of Newcastle

905-987-5146

•

from $351,000 14E

Storybook Homes

Bond Head Estates

905-438-9516

•

from $850,000 14E

Parkview Homes

Harmony

705-748-4663

Parkview Homes

Lyon’s Gate II

705-748-4663

•

from $303,000

Parkview Homes

Mapleridge Townhomes

705-741-1004

•

from $228,000

Parkview Homes

Timberwoods

705-748-4665

•

from $228,000

Parkview Homes

Valleymore

705-748-4663

•

from $199,000

10 Deer Park

Deer Park Estates

416-223-3777

•

from $600,000 2e

14 Rice Developments

Willmot Creek On The Lake

905-697-5806

•

from $225,000 11D

16 Parkview Homes

Foxmeadow Estates

705-748-2828

•

from $208,000 3H

18 B.G. Schickedanz

Lake Scugog Meadows

1-877-878-9899

•

from $298,000 17B

20 Geranium Homes

Verandas

905-885-0555

•

from $260,000 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

17 10B

28 B.G. Schickedanz 30 Empire Communities

• • from $260,000 14E

• from $150,000

•

from $300,000 10c

Chateau Villas at Baxter Creek Estates 905-695-1953

•

from $185,000 3K

Estates of Wyndance

905-649-8197

•

from $900,000 3e

31 Parkview Homes

The Meadows

705-741-1004

34 Carrington Homes

Woodlands of Upper Courtice

905-434-7797

•

from $260,000

35 Mason Homes

Avonlea

1-866-443-7900

•

from $190,000 3H

36 Senator Homes

Courtice Village

905-723-5989

•

from $239,000 7K

38 Melody Homes

Fairview Heights

1-800-932-5332

•

from $172,000

39 H&R Developments

Gracefields

hr-newhomes.com •

from $285,000 14B

39 Thornridge Homes

Gracefields

thornridgehomes.com •

from $290,000 14B

45 Highcastle Homes

Northglen

northglen.ca

•

45 Delpark Homes

Northglen

905-419-7222

•

45 Esquire Homes

Northglen

48 Jeffery Homes 72 Vandyk Communities

1-866-514-3573

•

from $350,000

• • from $288,000

3I 9I

•

from $221,000 11B

• •

from $221,000 11B

northglen.ca

from $219,000 11B

BrookHill

905-697-0765

•

• •

from $200,000 10B

West Park Village

vandykcommunities.com •

• •

from $210,000

Uxbridge, Lindsay, Bowmanville/Newcastle, Courtice, Peterborough, Port Hope, Cobourg, Port Perry

Price Range

east region:

Tel.

Fi M ap nd er

Builder Site

De ta Se ch m ed To i w n Co hom nd e o

# Si te

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HomeBuyersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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

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mortgage amount ÷ 1,000 (mortgage amount $125,000)

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

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow. Divide by 1,000.

Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your home.

Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

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 first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.) 112 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

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. 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 and get pre-qualified.

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9.52

8.95

8.63

10.25%

13.24

10.77

9.68

9.12

8.80

10.50%

13.37

10.92

9.84

9.29

8.98

10.75%

13.50

11.06

10.00

9.46

9.16

11.00%

13.64

11.22

10.16

9.63

9.34

11.25%

13.77

11.36

10.32

9.80

9.52

11.50%

13.91

11.52

10.49

9.97

9.70

11.75%

14.04

11.66

10.65

10.15

9.88

12.00%

14.18

11.82

10.81

10.32

10.06

12.25%

14.32

11.97

10.98

10.49

10.25

12.50%

14.46

12.13

11.15

10.67

10.43

12.75%

14.59

12.28

11.31

10.85

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 june 8 - 22, 2013 | New home guide GTA 113

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Variable

6 Months

1 Year

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

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3.1 6.30op

3.14 3.55 4.39 6.50op

3.04

Alterna Svgs/Alterna Bk 2.85

4 6.30op

3.05 3.09 3.09 2.99 6.30op

3.09

Bank of Montreal 3.1

4 6.30op

3 3.04 3.55 4.54 6.30op

3.09

Bank of Nova Scotia 3

4.55 6.45op

3.75 2.69 3.99 2.89 6.50op

4.99

Canadian Western Bank

4 6.45op

3 3.04 3.55 4.54 6.30op

5.14

CIBC 3.2 6.70op

3 3.14 3.55 2.99 6.35op

5.14

HSBC Bank Canada 3

2.7 3.95 2.98 4.99 6.35op

3.4

3.15

3.65

3.64

3.69

3.44

2.79

2.99

3.08

3.09 3.14 3.55 4.54 6.30op

5.14

3 3.05 3.1 3.1 4.00op

3.09

ICICI Bank Canada ING Direct

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3.05 3

Laurentian Bank n/a

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2.84

2.94

3.04

National Bank n/a

3.1 3.14 3.55 4.54 6.30op

3.39

Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice Finan

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3.2

2.84

3.33

3.39

3 3.04 3.55 4.54 6.30op

5.14

TD Canada Trust 3.2

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2.99

5.14

TRUST COMPANIES AGF Trust

n/a

2.99

3.1

3.5

3.64

3.04

Community Trust

n/a

6.5

3.04

3.55

4.54

Effort Trust n/a

4.45 6.30op

3.25 3.6 3.9 4.5 6.30op

4.95

Home Trust Company

Royal Bank 3

3.2

4 6.30op

3.15

2.84

3.04

2.69

3.19

3.55

3.49

2.74

2.94

2.99

Investors Group Trust n/a

4 6.50op

3 3.14 3.55 4.54 6.30op

5.14

MTCC 3

4.55 6.45op

3.75 6.50op

2.89

4.99

Airline Financial C.U. 4

2.99 3.25 3.29 3.09 6.25op

3.49

Comtech Credit Union 2.79

6.6 8.40op

2.99 3.25 3.29 3.19 9.00op

3.09

First National Fin. LP

3.95

2.69

2.79

5.14

3.99

OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

2.99

FirstOntario C.U. 2.79 6.34op

2.99 3.14 3.19 3.24 6.34op

2.89

London Life n/a

3 3.14 3.55 4.54 6.30op

5.14

Luminus Financial 2.95

3.1 3.95

2.95

3.05

MCAP 2.7

3.6 3.95 4.35 4.89 7.00op

5.14

Meridian Credit Union 2.85 4.45

3.1 3.14 3.7 2.98 6.30op

3.19 3.25

4 6.50op

2.74

2.69

3 6.50op

2.79

2.75 6.30op

Parama Credit Union

2.9

3.15

3.25

Steinbach Credit Union

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.8

2.99 6.50op

3.04

2.79

3.89

3.19

Teachers Credit Union 4

4.45 6.30op

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CountryWide Homes Kleinburg – Kleinburg Hills Coming in spring – new community of luxury detached homes. kleinburghills.com Brookfield Homes Tottenham – Willow Glen Register now for these towns and singles from the $200’s. brookfieldhomes.ca Bremont Homes Brampton – Crown of Creditview and Nobleton An elite collection of estate homes in two private enclaves, from the $700’s. bremonthomes.com Treasure Hill Homes Richmond Hill – Urbantowns at Bayview Coming soon – register now freehold townhomes at Bayview and Hwy. 7. treasurehills.com

Fieldgate Homes Markham – Victoria Manor Coming soon – register now for luxury singles on 40-ft. lots in a prestigious neighbourhood at Woodbine and Major Mackenzie. fieldgatehomes.com Heathwood Homes Richmond Hill – Hampshire Mews Coming soon to Richmond Hill – an enclave of urban towns on Yonge St. heathwood.com Ballantry Homes Oakville – OakPark Register now for this collection of urban townhomes and midrise condominiums, coming soon to Oakville. ballantryhomes.com National Homes Brampton – Claireville Coming soon – affordable townhomes up to 2,200 sq. ft. near Claireville Conservation. nationalhomes.com

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Averton Homes Mount Albert – Victoria Highlands Opening Saturday, June 8 – this community of bungalows and two-storey homes. victoriahighlands.com

Lakeview Homes Whitby – Forest of Lyndebrook Coming soon – Phase 3, 40-ft. traditional detached homes in Baldwin (Brock), north of Taunton. lakeviewhomesinc.com

Ballantry Homes Oakville – Oak Park Register now for this collection of urban townhomes and midrise condominiums. ballantryhomes.com Mattamy Homes Milton – Hawthorne Village On The Escarpment Coming soon, exclusive new townhome designs on the Escarpment. mattamyhomes.com Menkes Etobicoke – Humber Mews Coming soon – townhomes at Browns Line and Evans Ave. menkes.com

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Delpark Homes Sutton – Cedar Ridge Coming soon – register now for towns and singles from the upper $200’s. delparkhomes.ca

Arista/Fieldgate/Forest Hill/Madison Homes Richmond Hill – Jefferson Forest Grand Opening coming soon – register now for townhomes and a select number of singles. jeffersonforest.ca Beaverhall Homes Milton – Forestwood in Milton Coming soon to Milton – semi-towns and singles in a sought-after location. beaverhall.com

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Brookfield Homes - Hills of Harrowsmith

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Brookfield Homes - Pathways

Arista Homes - IMPRESSIONS

Brookfield Homes - Treetops

Arista Homes - Jefferson Forest

30-31

Brookfield Homes - Willow Glen Tottenham

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36-37

Canpages - Promo

Arista Homes - Vaughan Valley Estates

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Chinese Home & Condo Guide - Promo

Arista Homes - Goddard on the valley

Aspen Ridge Homes - Corporate

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108

Delpark Homes - Cedar Ridge

Aspen Ridge Homes - Credit Manor Heights

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Aspen Ridge Homes - Kettle Lakes Club

Far Sight Homes - Greenfields

Aspen Ridge Homes - King Country Estates

Fieldgate Homes - BlueSky Stouffville

Aspen Ridge Homes - King Oaks

Fieldgate Homes - Jefferson Forest

Aspen Ridge Homes - Kleinburg Hills

Fieldgate Homes - Potterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bend

Insert & 25

Aspen Ridge Homes - Upper Cornell

Fieldgate Homes - Rivers Edge

Insert & 25

Ballantry Homes - Spring Valley Village

Fieldgate Homes - The Humberlands

Insert

Ballantry Homes - The Neighbourhoods of OAK PARK

Fieldgate Homes - Upper Unionville

36-37

Insert & 25

30-31

Ballymore Homes - Lakeside Meadows

Fieldgate Homes - Valley Lands

Ballymore Homes - Mill Street Village

Fieldgate Homes - Vaughan Valley Estates

Ballymore Homes - Model Home of the Month

Fieldgate Homes - Victoria Manor

Beaverbrook Homes - Victoria Highlands

Forest Hill Homes - Cornell Rouge

Beaverhall Homes - Forestwood

Forest Hill Homes - Jefferson Forest

30-31

Briarwood Homes - Mill Street Village

Geranium Homes - Cardinal Point Downtown Stouffville

22-23

Brookfield Homes - BrookHill

Great Gulf Homes - Mount Pleasant

Brookfield Homes - Fieldstone

Great Gulf Homes - Stonecrest

Brookfield Homes - Grand Central

Heathwood Homes - Terracotta Village at The Credit Valley

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Insert & 25, 44-45

Insert & 25

107

Heathwood Homes - The Village at Traditions

Heathwood Homes - Traditions Heathwood

Home Decor & Renovations - Promo

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Monarch Corporation - Evergreen

IBC

Monarch Corporation - Kleinburg Crown Estates

IBC

Monarch Corporation - The Village of Southfields

IBC

Monarch Corporation - Tran Quility

IBC

109

11 & 35

Madison Homes - Greensborough

Madison Homes - Jefferson Forest

30-31

Madison Homes - Thornhill

Marydel Homes - Seven Meadows

National Homes - The Churchill Collection in Forest Hill

Paradise Homes - Upper Unionville

36-37

Plaza Premium Lounge - Promo

Primont Homes - Castlemore

12-13

Primont Homes - Centretown

12-13

Mattamy Homes - Hawthorne Village

Mattamy Homes - Mount Pleasant North

Primont Homes - Harmony

12-13

Mattamy Homes - Salisbury Square

Primont Homes - Heirloom in Markham

12-13

Mattamy Homes - St. John Forest

Mattamy Homes - The Preserve

Mattamy Homes - Wildflowers

Menkes - Bloom Park Towns

6-7

Menkes - Dwell city town

6-7

Menkes - Humber Mews

6-7

Menkes - Millstone On The Park

6-7

Menkes - Somerset

6-7

Menkes - The Enclaves of Upper Canada

6-7

Monarch Corporation - Birkdale

IBC

Monarch Corporation - Bronte Creek

IBC

Rosehaven Homes - Corporate

Schuit Homes - Perth Park

Schwarz Law LLP - Barristers & Solicitors

Shopping Guide - Promo

100

Starlane Home Corporation - Churchill Woods

Starlane Home Corporation - Upper Unionville

36-37

Townwood Homes - The Neighbourhoods of Mount Pleasant

Treasure Hill Homes - Nautica at Lakeshore Woods

Tribute Communities - Landscapes

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even if that were to happen in your market and housing type, ask yourself: in 10 years, is a home you buy today likely to be worth more or less? If you need an answer to this question, just take a look back at prices 10 years ago. Of course, there are no guarantees, but if you’re in the homebuying anyway, today’s low rate environIt’s a hot topic in a mode ment makes a pretty compelling reason to changing landscape, so act sooner than later to take advantage of learning as much as you these opportunities. Low rates notwithstanding, the banks, can is time well spent financial firms, brokers and other experts still advise homebuyers to practice smart borrowing – everything from putting down a larger by Wayne Karl down payment to taking advantage of prepayment options and even “stress-testing” Mortgage interest rates, still at historical your mortgage at a higher rate to ensure your lows and expected to remain so well into next year and finances can accommodate rate fluctuations maybe 2015, represent a window of opportunity for those or other unforeseen circumstances. looking to buy a home. The mortgage industry is ultraThe mortgage market is a complex competitive, lenders often introduce new products and beast, and as a prospective homebuyer, otherwise there are plenty of options for borrowers. these are not lessons you’re going to learn If you could lock in at a overnight – nor do you likely want to. rate over 10 years, for You’re focused on saving a down payment, But just as important is to low example, that gives you the getting your finances in order, searching also spend as much time as comfort of knowing what potential neighbourhoods, choosing a necessary to find a broker or your mortgage payments home and, when buying new, selecting banker you trust and who will be over that period, interior finishings. knows their business. while over that time you But just as important is to also spend can also take advantage of as much time as necessary to find a broker any pre-payment and lump-sum payment options to pay or banker you trust and who knows their down your mortgage. business. More so than in any other area Another appeal of this scenario is that, as we often of homebuying, you’re going to rely on the point out, experts advise you take a long-term view of advice of this member of your team – now your home purchase. For example, there is some talk at more than ever. the moment about cooling prices and softening sales. But It will prove to be time well spent. 120 New home guide GTA | june 8 - 22, 2013

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