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UpperBeachTownes
Posted by on February 2, 2012
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Upper Beach Townes provides the opportunity to live in one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods; the Upper Beach. Within walking distance to both GO transit and TTC subway. The complex offers a selection of 32 Stacked Town-Homes with 2 Bedrooms and 2 Bedrooms + Den options ranging in size from 881 SF to 1195 SF. Choose your own Custom Designed Kitchen Cabinetry in a selection of doors and finishes. Quartz or Stone Kitchen Counters tops with double stainless steel sink.
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Eco Action Program
Posted by on January 31, 2012
The Federal Government, on Sunday, January 29th, announced that it is no longer accepting applications for the ecoENERGY Retrofit Program. Set to expire at the end of March, the announcement ends the program two months earlier than scheduled.
If you have not enrolled, the program is effectively over. If you are already a participating homeowner, contact the program at 1 800 622-6232 and quote your 10-digit ecoENERGY number to verify your status. More information about end dates at www.ecoaction.gc.ca/homes
Does Your Roof Have Enough Snow?
Posted by on January 9, 2012
Have you ever looked out the window and noticed that some homes seem to have less snow on their roofs than others? Most of the time, the amount of snow on your roof isn’t a problem. However, homes that lose more heat through their roof space melt the snow faster and that can be a sign of insufficient insulation or poor ventilation. Does your roof have enough snow?
Ideally, a properly insulated home with adequate ventilation will have a cold roof space. Any heat or moisture that does get into the roof space should escape easily through the roof vents. If your house does not have enough insulation OR adequate ventilation, heat and moisture can be trapped in the roof space. This causes the roof space to heat up and melt the snow above.
In homes with plenty of insulation but poor ventilation, the roof space will still eventually warm. The heat cannot easily escape causing the snow to melt. The trapped moisture in a warm roof space can lead to wood rotting.
If your home has excellent ventilation but poor insulation, the wood in your roof will be protected but your heating bill will be higher. Heat and moisture will escape and not melt the snow except maybe near the outside walls. This area will be the warmest because the heat has not yet had a chance to escape. Snow that melts here and causes ice to build-up, may lead to leakage.
A well insulated and ventilated roof space will keep a healthy amount of snow on it and not have constant ice build-up. The next time after a good snowfall, have a look at your roof. Compare it with similar houses on the same side of your street. Comparing a house on the North side of a street to a house on the South side would not be a fair comparison because they get differing amounts of sunlight. If your home does not have enough snow, it might be worthwhile to call an insulation or roofing professional.
416er’s December News!
Posted by on December 22, 2011
December News!
Insider Tips for Healthy, Wealthy and Happy Living
Inside This Issue…
- Detangle Stress Of Family Ties…
- Avoid Online Shopping Scams…
- Fun Facts and Laughs: Highest-Paid Comedians, Essential Technologies For 2012, And More…
- Trivia Challenge: Win a Free ProOil Change for Your Car
- Real Estate Q&A: How Do I Find The Best Deal When Getting A Home Loan?
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Steven Silva Sales Representative Royal LePage Your Community Realty Phone: 1-855-737-8383 Email: AskStevenSilva@gmail.com http://StevenSilva.ca |
Dear Friend,
Time with family during the holidays can be fun, but it can also be stressful. In this months free newsletter you’ll learn how to lower your stress levels when visiting family for the holidays.
You’ll also learn how to avoid scammers when shopping online, get more done with a few essential technology tools, plus get a trivia challenge and lots more.
Steven Silva
Steven Silva, REALTOR®
Royal LePage
PS. If you’re in the market to sell your home (or buy a home), pick up a copy of my Free Consumer Report “12 Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring Any Real Estate Agent”. Simply email me to get this helpful resource for yourself or a friend: AskStevenSilva@gmail.com, or call me at: 1-855-737-8383.
Today’s Brain Teaser . . .
What happened in 1961 that will not happen again until 6009?
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Detangle Stress Of Family Ties . . .
The holidays are a wonderful opportunity to spend time with family. But sometimes the pleasure of being with our loved ones comes with a few tangled ties to stress. Here are a few strategies to make sure you experience maximum joy from being with family:
Get Rid of Fantasy. If your image of the perfect holiday has Tiny Tim’s voice ringing “God bless us, every one!” your great expectations may be completely out of alignment with reality. Communication problems are not unusual with extended families. You cannot control every situation, but you can lead by example, setting aside differences and bad patterns.
Establish Ground Rules and Boundaries. Among the immediate family discuss what is expected. Agree to keep respect for each other and to not share anything with the extended family that would cause embarrassment. Develop your own family traditions and be willing to let go of outdated rituals that no longer serve you and your immediate family.
Simplify, Prioritize, and Say No. Remember the wisdom of a 1960′s band who told us that you Can’t Buy Me Love. Less can be more when it comes to gift giving. Let your heart express love in ways that may not require a lot of money and give yourself permission to spend less.
Provide Structure for Kids. You’ve heard before that love is spelled with the letters T-I-M-E. Yet during the holiday season kids can become starved for attention as you rush around trying to do everything. Break away from the extended family at least once each day to take walks or some other physical activity. Giving this time to your kids, and limiting sugar and caffeine, can go a long way to them behaving when you are around extended family.
Honor Your Own Needs and Limitations. Trust that quiet inner voice that tells you when you have done enough. You deserve time to sit down and reflect on your many blessings, including your family!
Thinking Of Buying A Home Soon?
If you’re planning to buy a home in the next 6 months, you’ll want a copy of my Free consumer guide, “49 Essential Tips Every Home Buyer Should Know.” My exclusive report will help you avoid frustrations when finding, buying, and financing your next home. To get a copy, just email me by clicking here, or call me at: 1-855-737-8383.
Avoid Online Shopping Scams . . .
The convenience of doing holiday shopping online is really appealing. Follow these four tips from shopping experts for avoiding scams and making safe purchases online:
Read the domain carefully at the top of the browser. If the name is slightly different than the legitimate retailer – with extra words, or misspellings – it could be a sneaky company hoping to snag your money. Read more of this post
Ask Steve Q&A: Missing Insulation in New Home (via Ask Realtor Steve)
Posted by on December 20, 2011
416er’s November Newsletter
Posted by on November 10, 2011
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| Dear ReaderAre your kids or young relatives safe during the holidays? Too many children end up in the emergency room during the holiday season. In the November News Free consumer newsletter you’ll learn five of the most common dangers to keep your kids or grandkids safe.You’ll also get a list of websites to stay connected to your loved ones, plus funny jokes, a trivia challenge, and lots more.
Steven Silva
Steven Silva, REALTOR® Royal LePage Your Community Realty PS. If you’re considering buying a home soon pick up a copy of my Free Consumer Report called “8 Secrets For Saving Thousands When Finding, Buying and Financing Your Next Home”. Simply email me at: AskStevenSilva@gmail.com |
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Today’s Brain Teaser . . .
Which is heavier: a pound of gold or a pound of feathers? (see answer below) Read more of this post |
Things that go Bump in the Night
Posted by on October 15, 2011
Do I need a Tarion Warranty if I guild a New House For Myself?
Posted by on September 15, 2011
What Home Inspectors Don’t Tell You (Also Seen in Snap South Simcoe)
Posted by on August 15, 2011
When can a Landlord Enter a Rental Unit? (via Ask Realtor® Steven Silva)
Posted by on June 11, 2011
The Residential Tenancies Act (the Act) is the Law that governs Residential Rentals and Leases in Ontario. According to the Act a landlord may enter a tenant's unit only under certain circumstances. Generally, th … Tips to Reduce and / or Eliminate Basement Leakage (via Ask Realtor® Steven Silva)
Posted by on April 16, 2011
Most Homes Leak at One time or another. Read this article to learn how easy it is to prevent most leakage.
Q: “Do I need a Tarion Warranty if I build house myself?” (via AskRealtorSteve)
Posted by on March 25, 2011
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AskRealtorSteve: Shingles Blown Off My Roof Normal? (via Ask Realtor Steve)
Posted by on February 24, 2011
Michael McDonnell Caricature Artist / Cartoonist / Illustrator (via Ask Realtor Steve)
Posted by on February 23, 2011
Getting Ready To Sell Your Home?
Posted by on February 19, 2011
In preparing to sell your property…
Realtor® Steven Silva will first assess your situation:
– the motivation for selling – market timing – your expectations of the Real Estate Market – your expectations of the Brokerage – your expectations of the Realtor. Secondly, we assess the property itself by: – identifying potential issues that may come up, such as during a home inspection - compiling a list of features and benefits - comparing the property with similar properties currently for sale – comparing the property with similar homes that recently sold. Finally, we will discuss how best to present the property for buyers. Together we can come up with a marketing strategy and asking price that fits your needs and works in the current market. Call 1-866-880-6572 or email AskStevenSilva@gmail.com to get started.
