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WHAT’S INSIDE: 7 Things to Remember: PAGE 2 Oakville Milton Campbellville Acton • Rural Halton What to Do About the House in a Marriage Break Up! 5 Things to Know When Selling a Home by Yourself Easter Themed Activities Are Coming Soon!: PAGE 7 YOUR SOURCE FOR REAL ESTATE INFORMATION Volume 26 Escarpment Manchisi Realty Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated Not intended to solicit persons or properties currently under contractual agreement. Office: 905.875.4594 [email protected][email protected] www.facebook.com/Manchisiteam • www.manchisiteam.com Sales Representative & Broker of Record Milton has the perfect balance of city amenities and small-town charm. Even being known as Canada’s fastest growing community, Milton exudes a small-town charm that residents can’t get enough of. Along with easy highway access, safe neighbourhoods and exciting industrial and commercial growth, it’s that charm that attracts so many newcomers to the area. The Town of Milton grew by an impressive 56.5 percent from 2006 to 2011. Today, there are just over 102,000 residents making their home here in Milton, while projections estimate that number to grow to 228,000 by 2031. So what exactly is it about Milton that has compelled so many to purchase real estate here over the past 10 years? Pull up a chair, because the list is a long one. First off, Milton is still an affordable community to live in. The median home price here is about $450,000, compared to $680,000 in Oakville and just over $510,000 in Burlington. Milton also boasts the GTA’s lowest residential and business property tax rates. From a real estate investment standpoint, you can’t go wrong in Milton. The median sale price of homes has increased by $103,000 over the past five years from $351,550 in August 2009 to $454,250 in August 2014. While Milton is a great place to live for people of all walks of life and all ages, the town seems to be attracting younger folks in droves. Unlike the rest of the province, the population of Milton is getting younger. In the past five years, the median age has dropped from 38.4 to 34.1, one of the youngest in Canada. It would seem that many young professionals and families are choosing Milton to lay down their roots and raise their families. And with good reason! Milton offers excellent schools, beautiful parks, well-run recreational facilities and countless fun, family-friendly events throughout the year. Committed to community engagement, Milton’s fairs and festivals mean there is always something special going on, whether it’s the Fall Fair, Farmers’ Market, Downtown Street Festival or Film Festival, which celebrated its inaugural year in 2014. Centrally located, Milton is a commuter’s dream destination. With easy access to the 401, 407, 403/QEW, 410 and 427, you can get to Hamilton and Mississauga in less than 30 minutes. GO Transit makes commuting to downtown Toronto a breeze. Nature lovers and those who seek the best of both worlds – rural and urban living – flock to Milton. Every imaginable amenity is at your fingertips, while its close proximity to the majestic Niagara Escarpment offers opportunities galore for getting outside and enjoying the great outdoors. Kelso Conservation Area and Rattle Snake Point Conservation Area are great spots for hiking, cycling, camping, rock climbing skiing and picnicking. If golf is your game, a short drive will bring you to a host of fantastic local courses. There is so much on the horizon for Milton as well. The Mattamy National Cycling Centre velodrome is near completion in preparation for the 2015 Pan Am Games and, just this summer, the Town Council approved plans to build a Wilfrid Laurier campus within the Milton Education Village. It’s an exciting time for Milton residents! MILTON AMENITIES

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The Real Estate Insider is a bi-weekly real estate publication that is produced and distributed by The Manchisi Team Remax Legacy Realty for the Milton, Campbellville, Brookville, Acton, Rural, Halton Hills and surrounding areas. The Real Estate Insider covers industry news, updates and all the latest listings of homes in the area. Home Buyers and Sellers can get all the tips, advice and industry news they need as it relates to the sale or purchase of their home. The Real Estate Insider is distributed through Canada Post to over 35,000 homes …. and growing.

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Page 1: Real Estate Insider Vol 26 2015

WHAT’S INSIDE:7 Things to Remember: PAGE 2

Oakville • Milton • Campbellville • Acton • Rural • HaltonWhat to Do About the House in a Marriage Break Up!5 Things to Know When Selling a Home by YourselfEaster Themed Activities Are Coming Soon!: PAGE 7

YOUR SOURCE FOR REAL ESTATE INFORMATION

Volume 26

Escarpment Manchisi Realty Ltd., BrokerageIndependently Owned & Operated

Not intended to solicit persons or properties currently under contractual agreement.

Office: [email protected][email protected]

www.facebook.com/Manchisiteam • www.manchisiteam.com

Sales Representative & Broker of Record

Milton has the perfect balance of city amenities and small-town charm.

Even being known as Canada’s fastest growing community, Milton exudes a small-town charm that residents can’t get enough of. Along with easy highway access, safe neighbourhoods and exciting industrial and commercial growth, it’s that charm that attracts so many newcomers to the area.

The Town of Milton grew by an impressive 56.5 percent from 2006 to 2011. Today, there are just over 102,000 residents making their home here in Milton, while projections estimate that number to grow to 228,000 by 2031.

So what exactly is it about Milton that has compelled so many to purchase real estate here over the past 10 years? Pull up a chair, because the list is a long one.

First off, Milton is still an affordable community to live in. The median home price here is about $450,000, compared to $680,000 in Oakville and just over $510,000 in Burlington. Milton also boasts the GTA’s lowest residential and business property tax rates. From a real estate investment standpoint, you can’t go wrong in Milton. The median sale price of homes has increased by $103,000 over the past five years from $351,550 in August 2009 to $454,250 in August 2014.

While Milton is a great place to live for people of all walks of life and all ages, the town seems to be attracting younger folks in droves. Unlike the rest of the province, the population of Milton is getting younger. In the past five years, the median age has dropped from 38.4 to 34.1, one of the youngest in Canada. It would seem that many young professionals

and families are choosing Milton to lay down their roots and raise their families. And with good reason!

Milton offers excellent schools, beautiful parks, well-run recreational facilities and countless fun, family-friendly events throughout the year. Committed to community engagement, Milton’s fairs and festivals mean there is always something special going on, whether it’s the Fall Fair, Farmers’ Market, Downtown Street Festival or Film Festival, which celebrated its inaugural year in 2014.

Centrally located, Milton is a commuter’s dream destination. With easy access to the 401, 407, 403/QEW, 410 and 427, you can get to Hamilton and Mississauga in less than 30 minutes. GO Transit makes commuting to downtown Toronto a breeze.

Nature lovers and those who seek the best of both worlds – rural and urban living – flock to Milton. Every imaginable amenity is at your fingertips, while its close proximity to the majestic Niagara Escarpment offers opportunities galore for getting outside and enjoying the great outdoors. Kelso Conservation Area and Rattle Snake Point Conservation Area are great spots for hiking, cycling, camping, rock climbing skiing and picnicking. If golf is your game, a short drive will bring you to a host of fantastic local courses.

There is so much on the horizon for Milton as well. The Mattamy National Cycling Centre velodrome is near completion in preparation for the 2015 Pan Am Games and, just this summer, the Town Council approved plans to build a Wilfrid Laurier campus within the Milton Education Village.

It’s an exciting time for Milton residents!

MILTON AMENITIES

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Domenic Manchisi started his career in real estate in 1996. In addition to strengthening his experience, Domenic has dedicated himself to expand his skill set both personally and professionally which he has utilized to lead himself and his team to become the number one real estate team in Canada* and he was a top producer for RE/MAX in 2013. Domenic’s dedication to expand his knowledge has led him to pursue the following designations and certificates:

• Appraisal• Mortgage Financing• Property Law• Property Management

• Licensed Mortgage Agent• Brokers License• Real Estate Investment• IRES

Domenic has created a dominant presence as a real estate broker predominantly in the Halton Region. Domenic’s success is a result of his extensive experience in the real estate industry as well as the ability to understand the needs of his clients. His core understanding of the real estate industry has not only been recognized by clients but also by colleagues and industry leaders. Domenic has been invited as a guest speaker for Donald Trump’s Apprentice, Bill Rancic, has appeared with The Dragons Den Wealthy Barber, has participated in expert panels at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), has made the cover of several magazines and has won many awards across North America for the work he and his team have achieved.

Domenic currently lives in Milton with his wife and business partner, Jody Manchisi, and their two children.

*For Prudential Canada 2008-2011

Stability • Experience • Relationships

About Domenic Manchisi

Member of theCross Canadian Referral Network

Spring means more people signing real estate deals. Besides the price to be offered, you also need to think carefully when choosing your closing date, so that your deal will close smoothly. Here are 7 things to remember:

• Do not choose a Friday at the end of a month. This is typically the busiest day in most real estate law offices, especially in the summer. This results in many deals not being able to close until late in the day, close to 5 or 6 pm. Worse, if the deal has to be extended, you don’t get keys until the following Monday, or maybe Tuesday if it is over a long weekend.

• Close your deal on a Wednesday, if possible. If there are delays, it is much easier to manage a one day extension than an extension over a weekend.

• Sellers, you need to plan to be out of your home by 3 pm on the closing day. Under most real estate contracts, sellers must turn over possession as soon as the deal is registered electronically. In normal practice, when the closing is not at the end of a month on a Friday, the deal will likely be registered by 2 – 3 pm. Vacant possession must be given to the buyer at that time. There was a case where a seller had to compensate a buyer for increased moving costs when they were late getting out of the home.

• If you are buying and selling a home in the same time period, close your purchase 2 days early and get bridge financing to assist you. You will close your deal without pressure and have a few days to move in while you wait until your sale closes. This will also make it much easier to negotiate an extension, if you have to, as you will not be dependent on the money from your sale to close your purchase.

• Sellers, remember that you must turn the house over in broom swept condition, which means no garbage. Buyers, make sure you schedule you schedule your final visit 2 days before closing to make sure that the seller is properly cleaning up.

• Buyers should not plan to move in until late in the day or the day after closing, as you do not want to have to pay extra to your movers if the closing does not happen until late in the day or the deal has to be extended.

• Even if you are not moving in on the day of closing, buyers must make sure to get in and check the condition of the home on the day of closing, to make sure that nothing has been broken or damaged since the date that you signed your contract to buy. The seller typically only warrants that everything will be working on the closing date, not afterwards, so find out right away if you need to make a claim about anything after closing.

By doing your homework before choosing a closing date, you should be able to avoid pitfalls later.

Written by Mark Weisleder, Real Estate Lawyer, Author, SpeakerEmail: [email protected] • www.markweisleder.com

For a copy of a free Leal Mistakes Special Report go to:www.haltonlegalmistakes.com

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48 Kingham Road $229,000Sought after area, perfect for the first time home buyer or someone looking to downsize. Eat-in kitchen overlooks the living room. Large living room with gas fireplace, laminate floors and walk out to fully fenced yard with deck, garden shed. Finished basement with new wiring, plumbing, pot lights, laminate flooring and rough-in washroom. A few finishing touches await your personal style. 3 good size bedrooms. Master bedroom offers 2-piece ensuite. 1 parking space with unit. 2nd can be obtained for $15 monthly.

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2093 Waters Edge DriveLAKE VIEWS!! South Oakville cul-de-sac with 20 seconds access to lake, a rare opportunity not to be missed! Approximately 2,900 square feet, move in ready! 4 Bed/4 bath updated family home. Benjamin Moore 2015 colours, 3 fireplaces, open concept main level. Renovated kitchen, stainless steel backsplash, stainless steelappliances, 2 breakfast bars. Family size eat-in sunroom. Separate dining and living room. Master bedroom boasts lake/marina views, cathedral ceilings, skylights, 6 piece his/hers ensuite, jacuzzi and private balcony. 2nd bedroom with 3 piece ensuite. Walk-in cedar wine cellar and wet bar. Extensive backyard oasis with saltwater in-ground pool large 386 square foot deck. Lake and marina views from deck, family room, 2 bedrooms!

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$1,5506540 Falconer Drive #136End unit town home close to Highway 401 and amenities. 3 bedrooms, master with semi ensuite. Main floor offers a living room with walk-out to large fully fenced yard. Separate dining room located off the kitchen. Finished lower level with 3 piece bath and 4th bedroom/office.

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1370 Main Street East, Unit 212 $352,900Beautiful spacious 2 bedroom unit, neutral decor throughout, dark premium laminate throughout. Open concept design with large family room offering a gas fireplace - overlooking eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and walk-out to deck with North views. 2 spacious bedrooms. Master offers a 4-piece ensuite bath. Terrific location just seconds to highway 401. Building amenities include gym and party room. Visitor parking above ground. This unit includes 1 parking space and 1 locker.

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73 King William Crescent $294,000Beautifully maintained very bright modern 1 bedroom unit. Open layout, great entertaining space. Modern kitchen w/lots of counter space, quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. Large living room with walk-out to balcony. 4-piece bath with granite counters. In-suite laundry, just move in and enjoy!

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6 Rosebank Drive, Unit 7BTerrific 1 bedroom plus den condo unit, located steps to Highway 401. Gorgeous building offering conference room, party room, billiards, gym and BBQ area. Some amenities are located in the sister building 8 Rosebank. Good size unit with good size kitchen offering stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Open concept kitchen overlooking the eating area and living room. Walkout to balcony with north views. Spacious bedroom with large window. Open den can be used as office or dining area. Ensuite laundry and 4-piece bath. Concierge service in building. 1 parking spot underground. Close to all amenities.

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1708 Samuelson CircleGorgeous impeccably maintained 3 bedroom semi-detached home. Beautiful floor plan offers a spacious layout offering hardwood flooring, crown moulding and inside garage access. Separate living room with vaulted ceilings. Large family size eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a walkout to deck. Kitchen overlooks dining area which includes a gas fireplace, hardwood flooring, and a bay window with seating. Finished lower level with large closet/storage, good sized recreation room with crown moulding adds for extra living space. Second level offers 3 bedrooms. Master bedroom offers a 4-piece ensuite with separate shower and soaker tub, walk-in closet and walk-out to balcony! Good size private yard with large deck and fully fenced. Terrific curb appeal with stone walkway, porch, and 2 car parking on driveway. Great neighbourhood, walking distance to both Public and Catholic schools and parks.

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Milton• 2 Storey - 94 Available Starting at $459,900• Bungalow/Backsplits - 30 Available Starting at $379,000• Towns/Semis - 46 Available Starting at $369,900• Condo Towns - 4 Available Starting at $247,000• Apartments - 14 Available Starting at $259,900

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CALL US TODAY FOR ANY OF THESE HOMES - 905-875-4594HOMES FOR SALE• Condo Towns - 1 Available $229,000• Apartments - 0 Available

Campbellville/Brookville • 2 Storey - 10 Available Starting at $598,500• Bungalow/Backsplits - 6 Available Starting at $389,900

Rural• 2 Storey - 20 Available Starting at $514,999• Bungalow/Backsplits - 12 Available Starting at $399,900

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Manchisi Team,

I will refer you to anyone that tells me they are looking to buy or sell.

I feel you went above and beyond what your job requires you to.

You have the ability to make your clients feel virtually stress free when making one of the biggest purchases of their lives and that does not go unnoticed.

At no time did we ever feel pressure or uncomfortable with you, and you’re honesty and patience was so much appreciated.

This is not just my opinion; my parents think very highly of your team, and will also recommend to their friends.

Thanks again for all your help.

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Milton and its surrounding communities are getting ready for Easter, which falls on April 5 this year, a couple of weeks after the first day of spring. From egg hunts to fun family crafts, there’s plenty to do this Easter!

Sp’egg’tacular Easter Event - March 29 Head to the Ireland House in Burlington to meet the Easter Bunny, take part in children’s egg hunts, enjoy live entertainment, face-painting, heritage baking demonstrations and sampling, re-enactors, a silent auction, crafts and fun activities! This event is a fundraiser for the Museum and proceeds will go to support the children’s educational programs and conservation of the museum’s collection.

Easter Egg ExtravaganzaApril 3-5, 10:00 am - 4:00 pmHead to Mountsberg Conservation Area for plenty

of fun activities including a truly giant Easter egg hunt and the opportunity to meet the spring babies in the farmyard. Enjoy a trip to Maple Town for some sweet and sticky pancakes and then check out the Birds of Prey and the Wildlife Walkway. Visit www.haltonparks.ca

Easter Festival at Springridge FarmApril 3-5, 10:00 am - 4:00 pmEaster Festival activities include: an Easter Egg Hunt, “Peter Rabbit’s Egg-cellent Easter Puppet Show” at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m., face painting, bunny ears to colour and wear, wagon ride and farm tour and access to The Fun Farm Yard, which includes the Animal Barn, Giant Sandbox, Corn Trail, Pipe Slides, Straw Bale Jumping and Escarpment Lookout, Singing Chicken Show and Goat Mountain. Pony rides are available for an additional $4 per ride. The

Springridge Farm BBQ Barn is open for Easter Festival. Menu items include hotdogs, sausages, apple chips and the Little Farmer Lunch combo for kids. Admission for Easter Festival is $12 per person (ages 2-92)

National Service Dogs’ Easter Egg Hunt for DogsApril 3:00 at 10:00 amThis is a fun family event that includes your dog! It is hosted every Good Friday in Oakville. Each year, thousands of plastic eggs are filled with dog treats and hidden over a defined area of Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Each egg contains a Milk-Bone treat and a sticker, representing a chance to win one of hundreds of great prizes. Registrants receive two egg cartons, giving them the opportunity to collect up to 24 eggs. Visit www.nsd.on.ca for more info

Hop Along Main and Mill - April 4 at 11:00 amThe Downtown Georgetown Business Improvement Area invites families to enjoy an afternoon of fun and adventure! Count the eggs in the window displays, colour a picture to be entered in the draws and have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny! Visit www.downtowngeorgetown.com

Downtown Milton Easter Egg Hunt - April 4 Celebrate spring in Downtown Milton by hunting for Easter treats at participating businesses. Start your search at Mill Pond and then hop around the downtown core while discovering a unique collection of shops, services and eateries. Bring your own bunny ears and baskets! For more details, visit www.downtownmilton.com.

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In the May 12, 2014 Toronto Star business section, 2 articles were presented on the merits of selling a home by yourself. In one article, Robb Engen wrote about the benefits of using a For Sale By Owner company. I wrote a separate article about why sellers need an experienced agent to get the best price. I am attaching my own article as well as a link to Robb’s article on the Toronto Star website. Please feel free to email me or the Star with your comments about both of these articles. I look forward to your feedback. I happen to believe that in most cases you will be better protected and make more money selling your house if you use an agent.

Here’s why:

You don’t have to pay up-front: Do-it-Yourself marketing companies are not real estate agents. You usually pay $1,000-to- $2,000 up front, for pictures, videos and to have your home listed on the MLS system. However, you get no money back if your home doesn’t sell. With a real estate agent, if your home doesn’t sell, you pay nothing, even though the agent may have spent a lot of time marketing and using all of their own and their company contacts to sell your home.

A bidding war is unlikely: Bidding wars are the norm in the GTA and other parts of Ontario. In virtually all cases, the home is sold by a real estate agent. The reason is that it takes experience to price the home properly. Second, the process is fair because no one knows what anyone else is bidding. With a private seller, there is no duty of confidentiality, so the seller can tell one buyer what another buyer is bidding. Buyers do not trust the process so there is no bidding war.

You negotiate on your own: When you do it yourself, it is difficult to know what a fair price is for your home. You might have to pay an appraiser to find out. When a buyer hears that you are saving commission, they will want to split the savings. So you don’t get all the commission savings and

you also have to negotiate with a buyer who is likely represented by a real estate agent. This agent will use all their experience to figure out how low you will go, while giving nothing away about their own buyer.

Not knowing your obligations: Sellers cannot rely on the term “Buyer Beware.” You have to disclose problems with your home and you cannot hide or cover up anything. Otherwise, you can still be sued after closing. Who wants a court fight long after you move?Lenders are more cautious when they see a private deal: I have seen deals collapse this way. In one case, the lender sent their own appraiser because they were concerned the buyer paid too much money. The appraiser agreed and the buyer’s loan commitment was canceled. The deal died.

In another case, the seller was worried the buyers did not have proper financing. They wanted more proof about the buyer’s financial situation than the buyer was willing to give. Lawyers became involved when things could not be worked out amicably. When buyers are represented by agents, they are usually pre-qualified in advance so the seller can have comfort that they will have the money available to close the deal on time.

When you’re out for a walk this weekend have a look at the For Sale signs and see how many are represented by REALTORS®. There’s a reason for that.

By all means, try and sell your house on your own, just beware that it’s not as easy as it looks.

Written by Mark Weisleder, Real Estate Lawyer, Author, SpeakerEmail: [email protected] • www.markweisleder.com

For a copy of a free For Sale By Owner Special Report go to: www.haltonfsbos.com

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Divorce is rarely easy and often means a lot of difficult decisions. One of the most important decisions is what to do about the house.

In the midst of the heavy emotional and financial turmoil, what you need most is some non-emotional, straight forward, specific information and answers. Once you know how a divorce affects your home, your mortgage and taxes, critical decisions are easier. Neutral, third party information can help you make logical, rather than emotional, decisions. Probably the first decision is whether you want to continue living in the house. Will the familiar surroundings bring you comfort and emotional security, or unpleasant memories? Do you want to minimize change by staying where you are, or sell your home and move to a new place that a offers a new start?

Only you can answer those questions , but there will almost certainly be some financial repercussions to your decision process. What can you afford? Can you manage the old house on your new budget? Or is it better to sell and buy?

To help you know what questions you should ask and how to arrive at the right answer for your specific situation, a FREE special report has been prepared by industry experts entitled “Divorce: What You Need to Know About Your House, Your Loan and Taxes”.

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Volume 26

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