Laura Silverstein

Sales Representative

Heritage Group Ltd., Brokerage*

#3 & 7-11160 Yonge Street

Richmond Hill, ONL4S 1H5

Office: 905-883-8300
Office Fax: 905-883-8301
Cell: 416-219-0778
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Oshawa, ON, Canada

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Oshawa, ON

City of Oshawa

Oshawa Ontario is a vibrant community located on the shores of lake Ontario, about 30 minutes east of Toronto.

For quite a number of years, Oshawa was best known for being the home of General Motors Canada, and GM continues to operate auto manufacturing fascilities in the city.

However, in more recent years, Oshawa is fast becoming an "Education City" as well with the massive expansion of Durham College and the explosive growth of the new UOIT (University of Ontario Institute of Technology)

Universaty of Ontario Institute of Thechnology

Present population is approximately 152,000 and Oshawa is the largest municipality in Durham Region.

Oshawa enjoys a combination of older housing as well as large neighborhoods of new homes.

Oshawa has been described as one of the fastest growing cities in Canada.

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Posted by Angela Papassotiriou on 25/03/2012
Fighting For Your Right To Privacy The Competition Bureau is taking action that would force the Toronto Real Estate Board to abandon the safeguards in the MLS® System and make personal information freely available on the Internet, such as personal financial information including mortgage details and much more. Some information on MLS® is publicly available through REALTOR.ca. However, TREB ...

Construction and Expansion

Posted by Paul Baron on 12/02/2011
You’ve tried to show a home in its best light. You’ve taken photos of all of the rooms and features, but they just lack that wow factor. There are a few key factors to consider when shooting interiors that can mean the difference between a dark, dingy, lackluster home and a bright, inviting, sharp interior. Set up the shot The room or vignette has to look good before the camera can record ...
Posted by Paul Baron on 05/02/2011
So, your bathroom is beginning to look a little too similar to grandma’s and your baseboards have really taken a beating over years of kids playing, pets scratching and furniture being moved. Maybe you’re looking into creating that kitchen you saw in a magazine a couple of months back or that red paint in your dining room is making you twitch. Whatever the  renovation may be, you’re ...
Posted by Paul Baron on 03/12/2010
Choosing the right size of home demands some decision making on your part. Do you have a big family? Do you have a flair for entertaining? Are you an empty nester? How much stuff do you own? Do you work from a home office? All of these points will have a bearing on what size of home you purchase. To make the right decision, size up your current needs. Family Size: The biggest factor in the square ...

Family & Kids

Posted by John Procenko on 18/03/2011
When buying a home, there are some key factors to consider before you jump on the internet or into your car to begin your research. Get out a piece of paper and start writing down yours and your family’s criteria.  (1) Your budget Knowing what you can afford is critical and you should never waiver from this amount. Determining the right budget will also help you to eliminate neighbourhoods ...
Posted by John Whyte on 14/03/2011
Looking to send your toddler to a private early education centre. Look no further, Bannockburn located at Avenue Rd between Wilson and Lawrence. Bannockburn School provides a child-centered education that nurtures a child’s fullest potential during the crucial early years of development. Bannockburn’s rich Montessori learning environment and education program are carefully developed ...
Posted by Paul Baron on 29/11/2010
The earth is suffering from the population’s carbon footprint. You can feel it in the heat of the summer. You can see it in the natural disasters clogging up the news. Between 1990 and 2003, Statistics Canada reported greenhouse gas emissions increased by 24 per cent. Many would like to make a difference in their own household through the use of green energy. Popular choices are solar or geothermal ...

Local Attractions

Posted by John Whyte on 27/03/2011
Willowdale continues to be among the top five desired places in the City to live. Along with it's transportation access and wonderful Parks and Community centres, people are finding that it is ever growing with Culture, Entertainement and Business'. In this Blog, I want to specifically recognize the area of Yonge and Finch in Willowdale. This is where I see much of the action. On the west side of Yonge ...

Market Reports and Conditions

Posted by Angela Papassotiriou on 21/02/2012
The Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB), along with 4 other major Real Estate Boards and the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) will be implementing a new system called the MLS® Home Price Index (MLS® HPI).   This index is comprised using data from the Multiple Listing Service® and allows you to see trends in home prices for a specific type of house ...
Posted by Paul Baron on 15/10/2011
The booming condominium market in the GTA has been fueling real estate sales for years, providing buyers with options for investing and living.   TD Canada Trust’s 4th Condo Poll revealed that the low maintenance of condos compared to homes is the biggest motivation for those buying condos, making up 36 per cent of their decision-making power, while affordability comes in second at 24 per ...
Posted by Paul Baron on 22/01/2011
After Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced new mortgage rules for 2011, many homeowners and prospective homeowners began to panic. There are three changes that will take effect on March 18th of this year: Maximum mortgage amortization periods will be reduced from 35 to 30 years. The maximum borrowing limits for refinancing a mortgage will be reduced from 90 per cent to 85 per cent of the value ...

Parks & Recreation

Posted by Paul Baron on 06/12/2011
Choosing the right agent is almost as important as choosing the right house. The right agent will have the  experience, strategies, personality and taste that will further your goals. Choosing one with a style that harmonizes with your own will make the house-hunting and/or selling process much more enjoyable and productive. Ask questions: Before hiring an agent, be sure to ask pertinent  ...

Sports & Activities

Posted by Paul Baron on 24/04/2011
It’s scary, but it’s a necessity. During the colder months, we tend to let household clutter and stuffiness build up in our homes, making them less enjoyable, increasingly stressful environments and cabin fever inducing. As the season of fresh, new beginnings, spring has, over time, been linked to  cleaning, getting rid of clutter and starting anew. So, in the spirit of the season, ...
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