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Great news for #buyers  5yr Fixed Rate #mortgage  reduced to 5.79% oac

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 Stephen S. Poloz governor of the Bank of Canada anounced today a rate cut of 25 basis points bringing the overnight rate to .75.% This is the 1st rate change in four years. Below is a link to a pod cast the governor made earlier today explaining why the change was made and his projection for the economy as related to the drop in oil prices and in the near term. 

 

Bank of Canada cuts the overnight rate by 25 basis points ...........click here for web cast ...more info

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Here is some great information for everyone to consider when you've lost a loved one and their property is being sold as part of their estate. 


By:  Property law, Published on Fri Nov 28 2014


The Ontario government is cracking down on estate trustees who do not accurately declare the full value of a deceased person’s assets, including real estate.


Starting January 1, 2015, estate representatives who receive a court certificate of appointment as estate trustees — commonly referred to as probate — will be required to file an estate information return with the minister of finance. The return will be due within 30 days.

 

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In a recent online article -  Canadian Real Estate Wealth Magazine supports what we have been saying for years, that Durham Region is a Great Place for Real Estate Investment. 

 

While some markets west of Toronto bask in the limelight of positive forecasts for 2015, investors are being reminded that there are great opportunities east of the city too.

“It’s going to continue to grow in the Durham region,” says Quentin D’Souza, chief education officer at Durham Real Estate Investors. “Prices are continuing to go up as well. click here read more ......

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The downtown Toronto developement is replacing some of our old time Landmarks 

 

I have fond memories of going to my grandparents home on Concord Ave in Toronto from our home in Highland Creek there were always those landmarks. I knew as soon as we hit Hones Ed's I knew their home was just a few minutes away. My grandmother would go to Honest Ed's for  a bargin or two every week. Then I see  the iconic Elmo Mocombo bar was slated for closure. What were the landmarks that made a mark in your life in Toronto.

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2015/01/01/toronto_landmarks_we_said_goodbye_to_in_2014.html

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Due to our marketing we have buyers looking for a home in South Ajax so if you have been thinking about selling your town home please give me a call. Jim Stanton Broker Sutton Group - Heritage Realty Inc. Brokerage 905-409-9967.

 

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Finding a bungalow in today's market of low inventory just got a lot easier. BungalowDen.com is a website dedicated for those folks who are looking for a bungalow. We focus on allowing buyers to have all currently available bungalow listings on our web site -  the ability to save your favorite bungalow listings and even the ability to create your own searches in areas a price range to your specific needs. Each listing is showcased with photos , virutal tours if available and you can view the listings through google seeing the street view and birds eye arial views as well as walk scores which are very helpful. I invite you to drop by our website BungalowDen.com and take a look. We are always here to help so if you have any questions or would like us to set up a search for you please don't hesitate to call me. Jim Stanton  905-409-9967. 

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What you need to know if your thinking about buying a home with a  basement apartments or inlay suite


In 2011, the Province of Ontario passed the Strong Communities Through Affordable Housing Act. This legislation requires all municipalities in Ontario to update their Official Plans and Zoning By-laws to authorize second units within single-detached dwellings, semi-detached dwellings and townhouses as well as ancillary structures. However, municipalities were allowed to establish regulations (e.g. minimum lot size, minimum number of parking spaces, maximum size of accessory apartment) for accessory apartments or review their existing policies and provisions, if they already allow second units:   Things to look for while searching for the right property are ceiling height, lot frontage, parking, window sizes and exits.  Once you have found a property that your interested in purchasing it is important that you speak with your municipalities building department as well as permits and licensing to ensure you will be able to meet your city standards.  Below are some great links to help get you familiar with the process and can be a great resource to start with. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We are always here to help. 905-434-2022

 
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