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  1. LEAKING BASEMENT?

    LEAKING BASEMENTS are common and can be the most concerning of house problems. Review your property annually for the issues listed below. These are causes of basement leaks. * Improper grading. Ensure that all grounds slope away from the foundation. * Patios and walkways require slope away from the house. * Grading should always be 4 to 6 " below siding and brick * Clean gutters/eves troughs twice ...

    • October 30, 2012
    • Kelly Wells
  2. LIVE Superstorm Sandy Coverage - The Weather Channel

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXMU2qwCVag&feature=22   Let us pary that God protect all the people in those effected area

    • October 30, 2012
    • Mark Nakhla
  3. Hurricane Sandy Approaching the Greater Toronto Area
    Hurricane Sandy Approaching the Greater Toronto Area

    The GTA is on high alert Monday as Hurricane Sandy moves closer. The storm, which was responsible for over 300 cancelled flights at Pearson Airport as of 4:00am this morning, is expected to bring high winds and plenty of rainfall. Residents in the area are encouraged to prepare for the storm by putting away objects outside that could become airborne and cause damage. Warn your neighbours and be careful! ...

    • October 29, 2012
    • Jamie Vieira
  4. Town of Oakville warns residents to prepare for severe weather
    Town of Oakville warns residents to prepare for severe weather

    To report an after-hours emergency such as fallen trees or blocked catch basins/flooding, residents should call 905-845-6606. In the case of fallen trees, top priority is given to calls concerning downed power lines and trees blocking primary roads. If required, town crews will be working throughout the night to ensure access for emergency service providers. It should be noted that fallen /damaged ...

  5. Land to be Built

    To all Builder excellent property to build on in Oakville surrounded by million dollar homes, a cant miss opportunity. This is a location in prime Oakville Market.  This wont last, so call contact me now.

    • October 27, 2012
    • Salil Joshi
  6. Easy Halloween Crafts
    Easy Halloween Crafts

    It's almost there - the day of ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night!  And to spook all those trick or treaters, here are some fun and easy crafts to make the most of this scary season!   Cast a Ghastly Glow  Decorate plain glass votives with spooky images and sayings and set them on your    front table to greet visitors — if they dare to ...

  7. Autumn Market in the GTA

    It appears that Seller's are accepting that the Real Estate market has eased from super hot to healthy. This means that properties are still selling but with more inventory available it is taking longer. Astute Buyers are benefitting by having less time stress to make offers and are able to include conditions in their offers allowing for due diligence. This represents an excellent opportunity to purchase ...

  8. Home Maintenance for the Fall

      I just saw a frost warning for parts of Southern Ontario which reminds us that the cold season is really upon us. Days are shorter and the autumn leaves line our streets. It seemed like yesterday people were still enjoying sunny days in the park, but Fall is fully upon us. Before it gets too cold, take some time to make sure your home is ready for the chilly months ahead. CMHC has a fairly ...

  9. Home Maintenance for the Fall

      I just saw a frost warning for parts of Southern Ontario which reminds us that the cold season is really upon us. Days are shorter and the autumn leaves line our streets. It seemed like yesterday people were still enjoying sunny days in the park, but Fall is fully upon us. Before it gets too cold, take some time to make sure your home is ready for the chilly months ahead. CMHC has a fairly ...

  10. Marketing Your Rental Property
    Marketing Your Rental Property

    Marketing Your Rental Property Looking for the ideal tenant? The one that pays rent on time & who maintains the property in the best possible condition Maximize your odds with the way you market your property, as it will affect the type of tenants you will attract. Differentiate your property from others Let them know your property has better appliances and/or better amenities ...

  11. GTA REALTORS® RELEASE CONDO MARKET REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER

      TORONTO, October 16, 2012 – Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 4,541 condominium apartment sales through the TorontoMLS system in the third quarter of 2012. This result represented a 20.5 per cent decline in transactions compared to the third quarter of 2011. Over the same period, the number of new listings was up by more than 6.5 per cent to 11,456. “The condominium ...

  12. TEN YORK - DOWNTOWN SKYSCRAPER - WAIT IS OVER - PLATINUM ACCESS
    TEN YORK - DOWNTOWN SKYSCRAPER - WAIT IS OVER - PLATINUM ACCESS

    Now that’s a room with a view. The views from Ten York are going to be absolutely incredible. Sweeping views of downtown and Lake Ontario plus the CN tower up close really emphasis the colossal height of this building. A sky scraper in every sense of the word!    TEN YORK CONDOMINIUM : LIFE BETWEEN THE LAKE AND THE STARS. Chic, timeless, sophisticated. TEN YORK is a glass ...

  13. One more reason to hire a Professional Realtor

    We all know the saying about Best Laid Plans… The truth is sometimes things go wrong, and sometimes it’s really no one’s fault, things just happen. This week for me is proof yet again that hiring a Realtor to buy or sell your home is a wise move. Yes things go wrong with a deal, almost never happens but when it does, it effects a lot of people, not just with your sale, but your ...

    • October 17, 2012
    • Teresa Gamble
  14. Early-Bird Prize Winners Announced
    Early-Bird Prize Winners Announced

    With less than a week to go before the 2nd Annual Century 21 Family Fun Run, we are excited to announce our early-bird registration prize winners. Last year, the run raised $8800 for the purchase of essential medical equipement.  This year, the event is raising funds to purchase a VersaCare AIR bed for the Milton Hospital.  For more information, please visit www.FamilyFunRun.ca. Leaf ...

  15. 2311 Canso Road Oakville Saturday October 13th 2-4pm Muskoka in the city
    2311 Canso Road Oakville Saturday October 13th 2-4pm Muskoka in the city

    Muskoka in the Town. 4 bed East Oakville detached gem surrounded by mature trees and shrubs with real privacy. Price reflects ability to personalize property. Flexible closing. Very private 65ft. reverse pie backyard with large deck; perfect for entertaining. Recently painted and updated bathrooms. Huge rec. room with bar in the basement. Close to parks, schools and shops. A MUST SEE !!!

    • October 11, 2012
    • Stephanie Pagliaro
  16. Pricing Your Home to Sell!

    Pricing your home correctly for sale is very important in getting the result that you want. When considering how much your home is worth, it’s important to remember these few things. Compare apples to apples. Be careful when you’re looking at other homes in your neighbourhood that have sold. There are many factors that can affect the selling price of a home. There is no correlation ...

  17. Shopping For Milton Real Estate Properties? Pros and Cons Of Buying New Built VS Resale
    Shopping For Milton Real Estate Properties? Pros and Cons Of Buying New Built VS Resale

     There is no right or wrong. What you need to consider is simple! Location Possession Date Total Square footage Room sizes  The builder will provide a wide variation of floor plans with a huge selection of upgrades to pick from. However, keep in mind that the price tag will quickly go up thousands and thousands of dollars when choosing your finishes at the décor ...

  18. Trek or Treat Oakville Heritage trails Canadas first ever night trail Run Oct 12 2012

    Looking forward to the Trek or Treat Canadas First Ever Night Trail Run on Friday October 12 2012 at the Oakville Heritage Trails . Start time 8:00pm . 10K/5K run/walk. Creepy mile for kids. Amazing prizes for best costumes, haunted displays on trail.

  19. USE YOUR RRSP TO BUY A NEW HOME - How Realtors fund change FOR YOU!

    Many clients have used money from their RRSP to buy a new home. The program is called the Home Buyers Program (HBP). This idea was conceptualized and developed by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and REALTORS® in Ottawa. Real Estate agents, through yearly dues to CREA, help fund these changes FOR YOU! The HBP was introduced as a temporary measure in 1992. Through successful lobbying ...

    • October 2, 2012
    • Kelly Wells
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