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  • INSIDE THIS ISSUE

    GTA EDITION

    MAY 21 - JUNE 4, 2016VOLUME 20, ISSUE 11, FREE

    GTA EDITION

    WHY YOU NEED A LAWYER

    GIVE CONDO FEES SOME CREDIT

    WHY EXPERTS ARE NOT WORRIED ABOUT THE CONDO MARKETINSIDE

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    BUILT for urban living.NEW RELEASE OF UPPER FLOOR DIAMOND COLLECTION SUITES.

    Live high atop Metrogate in its newest tower, AVANI 2. The newly released upper floor suites are designed for an urbane lifestyle coupled with breathtaking views of the surrounding city and Central Metrogate Park. Discover a wide array of bright open-concept 1 and 2 bedroom layouts, many with dens and media alcoves, featuring 9 ceilings, contemporary features and premium finishes.

    NEW RELEASE

    Diamond Collection Suites

    Starting from the mid $200s*

    Avani 2 Presentation Centre 52 Village Green Square, Scarborough 416.293.5535

    tridel.comEIGHT DECADES OF HOME BUILDING. OVER 80,000 HOMES BUILT. TRIDEL COMMUNITIES ARE BUILT GREEN. BUILT FOR LIFE.*Price and specifications subject to change without notice. Tridel 2016. Tridel and design, D design, Tridel Built for Life and design, Built Green. Built for Life and design are registered Trademarks of Tridel Corporation. Project names and logos are Trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Illustrations are artists concept only. Specifications subject to change without notice. E. &O.E. May 2016.

  • 7.25" x 10.5" IFC6.875" x 10.5" FOLD OUT IFC

    BUILT for urban living.NEW RELEASE OF UPPER FLOOR DIAMOND COLLECTION SUITES.

    Live high atop Metrogate in its newest tower, AVANI 2. The newly released upper floor suites are designed for an urbane lifestyle coupled with breathtaking views of the surrounding city and Central Metrogate Park. Discover a wide array of bright open-concept 1 and 2 bedroom layouts, many with dens and media alcoves, featuring 9 ceilings, contemporary features and premium finishes.

    NEW RELEASE

    Diamond Collection Suites

    Starting from the mid $200s*

    Avani 2 Presentation Centre 52 Village Green Square, Scarborough 416.293.5535

    tridel.comEIGHT DECADES OF HOME BUILDING. OVER 80,000 HOMES BUILT. TRIDEL COMMUNITIES ARE BUILT GREEN. BUILT FOR LIFE.*Price and specifications subject to change without notice. Tridel 2016. Tridel and design, D design, Tridel Built for Life and design, Built Green. Built for Life and design are registered Trademarks of Tridel Corporation. Project names and logos are Trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Illustrations are artists concept only. Specifications subject to change without notice. E. &O.E. May 2016.

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    tridel.comEIGHT DECADES OF HOME BUILDING. OVER 80,000 HOMES BUILT. TRIDEL COMMUNITIES ARE BUILT GREEN. BUILT FOR LIFE.

    Tridel 2016. Tridel and design, D design, Tridel Built for Life and design, Built Green. Built for Life and design are registered Trademarks of Tridel Corporation. Project names and logos are Trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Illustrations are artists concept only. Specifications subject to change without notice. E. &O.E. May 2016.

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  • Understanding the agreement

    The industry is enormous

    Susan LeggeEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge

    Elisa KrovblitSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @ElisaKrovblit

    Buying a brand-new condo o ers an

    opportunity to get exactly what you

    want. It can be a dream come true

    and an investment for the future, but

    dont forget, its a legal transaction.

    The term get it in writing has never

    been more important. Your contract

    outlines everything your new home

    will have in it and around it. Otherwise

    known as the Agreement of Purchase

    and Sale, the contract spells out

    the terms between you and your

    developer and/or builder. Without

    it, if there is a misunderstanding or

    disagreement, its impossible to prove

    what was agreed upon.

    Since building a home is much more

    complicated than a resale transaction

    where the home already exists, there

    is no set Agreement of Purchase and

    Sale or standard contract. Builders

    often prepare their own agreements

    so contracts can vary.

    Before you sign a contract, review

    it carefully and ask questions to

    make sure you fully understand

    it. Take it to a real estate lawyer.

    Once it is signed, it becomes a legal

    document, so seeking the services of

    an experienced lawyer is an important

    step toward ensuring that your dream

    home becomes a reality.

    Have you ever considered how

    many people are involved in that

    new condo youre going to buy?

    The condo construction industry is

    an amazing boon to our economy,

    providing jobs in every category

    from labour and construction to

    management, marketing, engineering,

    design, legal, sales and fi nancing.

    Think about it. From fi nding a plot

    of land until the time you get the keys,

    there have been numerous people in

    that space youre going to call home,

    and even more people managing the

    transaction from start to fi nish. These

    are all real people being employed by

    the industry. Even me, the editor of this

    magazine, helping you discover the

    condo you want. The condo building

    industry has a bigger impact on our

    city and economy than most realize.

    Its enormous.

    With that in mind, enjoy this issue

    of New Condo Guide. Weve got

    everything from pre-construction

    to move-in ready in this issue. Youll

    fi nd great advice in our magazine and

    online too. Visit YPNextHome.ca.

    + get social

    Editors' Notes

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    Contributors

    BILD REPORTBRYAN TUCKEYBryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and can be found on Twitter (twitter.com/bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/bildgta), Youtube (youtube.com/bildgta)and BILDs o cial blog (bildblogs.ca).

    DESIGNER ADVICEYANIC SIMARDYanic Simard is New Condo Guides design editor, principal designer of the award-winning Toronto Interior Design Group (tidg.ca), and regular guest expert on Citys Cityline.

    LEGALLY SPEAKINGJAYSON SCHWARZJayson Schwarz LL.M is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law fi rm Schwarz Law LLP. Visit the website at schwarzlaw.ca or email [email protected].

    CONDO PROBARBARA LAWLORBarbara Lawlor is president and CEO of Baker Real Estate Inc., and an in-demand columnist and speaker. A member of the Baker team since 1993, Barbara oversees the marketing and sale of condo developments in the GTA and overseas.

    INVESTOR INSIGHTSANDREW LA FLEURAndrew la Fleur is an award-winning realtor with Re/Max. Andrews expertise is in helping investors make money in the Toronto condo market. Contact Andrew at 416.371.2333 or [email protected].

    STAT CHATBEN MYERSBen Myers is senior vice-president of market research and analytics at Fortress Real Developments. Follow his blog posts and commentary on the Canadian housing market at fortressrealdevelopments.com/news or follow him on Twitter at @BenMyers29.

    SMALL SPACESLISA CANNINGLisa Canning runs Lisa Canning Interiors, specializing in two-hour in-home interior design consultations. She blogs at Lisa Canning: Blueprints for a Beautiful Life at lisacanning.ca. Look for the hashtag #canningreno on her social media streams to see her own home renovations.

    more onlineWe have even more content online! Read more stories from our team of contributors at ypnexthome.ca, including stories by:

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    EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

    Susan Legge

    DIRECTOR OF SALES

    Moe Lalani

    ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

    Anne-Marie Breen

    ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER, NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SOUTH WESTERN ONTARIO

    Susan Maxwell

    ART DIRECTOR

    Daiana Garay

    SENIOR EDITORS

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    ADVERTISING Call 416.626.4200 for advertising rates and information. CIRCULATION Free distribution in select high-tra c street boxes, stores, banks, fi nancial institutions and select condominium sales o ces.COPYRIGHT 2016 All rights reserved by Yellow Pages Homes Limited. Reproduction in any form is prohibited. Contents of this publication are covered by copyright and o enders will be prosecuted under the law.TERMS Advertisers, editorial content and New Condo Guide are not responsible for typographical errors, mistakes or misprints. All prices are correct as of press time and are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E. EDITORIAL Submissions from interested parties will be considered. Email to [email protected]. The views and data expressed by columnists do not necessarily represent those of the publication.

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    Property Profile | PEMBERTON GROUP

    FOR DECADES, THE PEMBERTON GROUP name has been synonymous

    with dedication, talent and leadership because of the team behind it.

    Pemberton takes pride in designing and building diverse condominium

    communities that have their own unique appeal. Each community delivers

    top quality materials and craftsmanship, impressive onsite recreational

    amenities, superb customer service and lasting value. Pemberton suite

    owners enjoy an enviable lifestyle in sought-after neighbourhoods across

    the Greater Toronto Area, along with the peace-of-mind that comes from

    buying from a well-trusted builder.

    NEW AND HOT Be among the first to ownPembertons most recent introductions include: Downtown Erin Mills

    Tower 2 in the heart of Mississauga; Indigo Condominiums in Maple, and

    the new sales centre for CityLights South in mid-town Toronto.

    At Downtown Erin Mills, Tower 2 offers all-new designs including one-

    bedroom plus den, two-bedroom, two-bedroom plus den and three-

    bedroom layouts. The first building is under construction in this master-

    planned community steps from Erin Mills Town Centre, in an established

    LocationAcross the GTA

    BuilderPemberton Group

    DevelopmentDowntown Erin Mills Tower 2Indigo CondominiumsCityLights on BroadwaySkyCity2Ten93 Queen WestVivid CondominiumsThe Urban Townhome Collection

    Home TypeHigh-rise condominiums; mid-rise suites; and townhomes

    Sales Centre + Contactpembertongroup.com

    Inspired living across The GTAChoose the Pemberton community you want to call home

    Downtown Erin Mills residents will enjoy over 17,000 square feet of amenities.

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    neighbourhood with schools and parkland. The

    onsite two-storey recreational centre will total

    more than 17,000 sq. ft. Prices begin from the

    low- $300s. 905.603.6300.

    Master-planned Indigo Condominiums is a

    mid-rise community with spacious suites and

    townhomes in the historic Village of Maple. This

    coveted Vaughan location, at Major Mackenzie

    and Dufferin, is adjacent to the Maple GO

    station and shopping. The area boasts the allure

    of urban living with connectivity to the GTA. A

    GO train commute to Union Station takes just

    over a half hour! Indigo features a roster of

    impressive amenities. Prices begin from the low

    $400s. 905.553.1430

    Construction is starting this spring at

    CityLights on Broadway. CityLights is one of

    Yonge and Eglintons fastest-selling condo

    communities because it is among the areas

    best values. Every necessity imaginable is within

    walking distance. The subway and new LRT will

    be steps away, and CityLights has an astounding

    28,000 sq. ft. of superb indoor and outdoor

    leisure and entertainment amenities. The

    permanent sales office with model vignettes

    is now open. Prices start from $199,990.

    416.546.6605

    SUCCESSFUL COMMUNITIES Offer special incentivesConstruction is underway at Ten93 Queen

    West, situated on Queen Street West at

    Dovercourt Road. Vogue magazine rated this

    neighbourhood the second hippest district in

    the world. The area is defined by cutting-edge

    dining, theatre, music and nightlife; plus fashion

    boutiques and galleries. Amenities include

    a stylish party room that rivals local clubs. A

    selection of suite styles is still available, priced

    from the $280s including current incentive.

    416.546.6355

    Construction is stating this Spring at SkyCity2.

    Live the amenity-rich Sky Life close to York

    Region Transit, GO train and GO bus service.

    Residents can walk to shopping, dining and

    entertainment venues. Tower 1 offers move-ins

    as soon as 120 days. Tour the furnished model

    for a full appreciation of these well-appointed

    suites. Prices start from the low-$300 including

    current incentives. 905.709.5700

    At transit-friendly Vivid Condominiums,

    buy with just five per cent down and move

    now, close to the Islington subway and Kipling

    GO stations, in Etobicoke. Available luxury

    one-bedroom plus den suites are priced at

    $411,490 including current incentive, plus one

    parking space and a locker, valued at $35,000.

    416.239.8200

    An exclusive enclave, The Urban Townhome

    Collection at U Condominiums is under

    construction along Bay Street, steps from

    Bloor-Yorkville. Townhomes are priced from

    $2.2 million. You may tour the two-time award-

    winning designer model home by appointment.

    Move in this year, and watch for new models

    coming soon. 647.344.2573

    To register and explore Pemberton Groups

    many fine condominium communities, visit

    pembertongroup.com. You can also follow the

    company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and

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    Indigos landscaped terrace is ideal for lounging, barbecuing and dining outdoors.

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    CityLights Broadway Club boasts 28,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor health and entertainment facilities.

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  • BazisEstates on Bayview: Luxury townhomes in Bayview Village

    ON THE COVER

    property profi les

    08 Pemberton GroupChoose a community you want to call home

    60 Madison Homes and Fieldgate Homes

    Forest Hill living at Zigg Condo

    66 Harhay Developments Move up to oneeleven in King West

    84 Laurier Homes and Mutual Developments Luxury lakeside living at Upper Beach Club

    buyer profi les

    70 Fifth on the ParkAn aff ordable option at a convenient location

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    neighbourhood profile

    68 Bayview VillageA true live-work-play neighbourhood

    buyers resource section

    88 Hot properties 905Previews, new releases and grand openings in the 905

    89 Hot properties 416Previews, new releases and grand openings in the 416

    in every issue

    02 Editors note

    04 Contributors

    102 Advertiser index

    103 Whats online

    district maps

    90 Toronto and Waterfront

    96 905 region

    36 OAA awards gala Unveils three additional honours

    76 Market news Memorial unveiled honouring fallen workers

    86 Global Kingdom Ministries Trinity Ravine Towers offers a new lease on life

    advice 12 BILD report

    Celebrating excellence at the annual BILD Awardsby Bryan Tuckey

    14 Investor insightsRecession-proofing your investmentby Andrew la Fleur

    16 Fundamentally speakingInfrastructures big boostby Wayne Karl

    18 Stat chatExperts not worried about the highrise marketby Ben Myers

    28 Legally speakingWhy do you need a lawyer?by Jayson Schwarz

    32 Small spacesFive tips for small-space decoratingby Lisa Canning

    40 Condo proGive maintenance fees the credit they are due by Barbara Lawlor

    42 Moving adviceTo pack or not to pack? by Chuck Resnick

    50 Money mattersStaying home with kids by Gail Vaz-Oxlade

    56 Hot topicsFinishes and options that pay off by Kara Kuryllowicz

    64 Home sweet homeCuring that case of buyers remorseby Lydia McNutt

    inspiration

    22 Outdoor decorWoven and wicker

    72 Designer adviceThe fully finished bathroomby Yanic Simard

    78 Luxury living The luxury of fresh

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    Celebrating excellence at the annual BILD Awards

    Advice | BILD REPORT

    OUR INDUSTRY RECENTLY celebrated

    the many city builders whose

    projects, designs and campaigns are

    not only providing new homes but

    working to grow and improve our

    communities in the GTA.

    At the 36th annual BILD Awards, we

    recognized 64 member companies

    for their excellence in sales,

    marketing, design and construction of

    new homes and communities. Prizes

    were handed out in 48 categories.

    This years program featured many

    new modernized categories that

    refl ect todays GTA housing market

    such as awards for innovation and the

    inclusion of midrise developments

    within several categories.

    For Home Builder of the Year, our

    most coveted prize which recognizes

    the company that sets the standard for

    the rest of the industry, we celebrated

    two builders for the fi rst time ever.

    In the GTA today, we are building

    as many mid- and highrise homes

    as lowrise homes due to provincial

    intensifi cation policies, so it was

    appropriate to recognize the leading

    builders from both markets.

    Great Gulf Homes won in the

    lowrise category for its commitment

    to exceptional architectural design

    and building quality, considerable

    philanthropic activities and customer

    service excellence.

    For its contribution to industry

    innovation, exacting quality control

    process and outstanding employee

    engagement, Tridel was recognized

    for the mid- and highrise market.

    Tridel also won the inaugural award

    for Best Customer Care and was

    named Green Builder of the Year. In

    2015, the company built 1,150 new

    homes in more than 10 million sq. ft.

    of LEED certifi ed buildings.

    Best New Community Built,

    another award introduced this

    year, was presented to Hullmark

    Developments and Tridel for Hullmark

    Centre in North York. The only award

    category that recognizes a fi nished

    development, it honours the best

    complete community that embodies

    provincial smart growth principles.

    Two outstanding new GTA

    developments were crowned

    Projects of the Year. This distinction

    recognizes projects that best

    combine excellence in design and

    marketing while exemplifying quality

    and innovation.

    The uniquely designed mixed-

    used condominium development

    Art Shoppe Lofts + Condos by

    Freed Developments and Capital

    Developments won the Project of the

    Year Mid/Highrise award. 35 Wabash

    by Zinc Developments received top

    honours for lowrise project. This was

    one of three awards earned by the

    modern townhome development.

    Innovation was a major theme

    at this years BILD Awards, with an

    emphasis on recognizing architectural

    design that is increasing housing

    choices for entry-level consumers.

    The award for Best Innovative Suite

    Design went to Building Capital Inc.

    for SmartStudios, a modestly priced

    274-sq.-ft. condo showcasing multi-

    purpose features within the University

    Studios project in Oshawa.

    Best Innovative Home Design

    was awarded to Mason Homes for

    the Oakwood, part of its Courtyard

    Collection development in Port Hope.

    The inventively designed model o ers

    the fl exibility to be built as a detached

    home, semi-detached home or a

    townhome with a sale price starting at

    just $387,900.

    This is just a small sample of the

    award winners and the great work

    being done by the entire home

    building and land development

    industry in the GTA. To learn more

    and see the complete list of winners

    visit bildblogs.com

    Bryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association and a land-use planner who has worked for municipal, regional and provincial governments. Follow him on Twitter @bildgta, facebook.com/bildgta, and bildblogs.ca

    MORE ADVICE ONLINEnexthome.yp.ca/news/advice

    By Bryan Tuckey

    Art Shoppe Lofts + Condos by Freed Developments

    35 Wabash by Zinc Developments

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    Advice | INVESTOR INSIGHTS

    INVESTING IN A PRE-CONSTRUCTION

    condo is not without risk. You are

    e ectively buying a contract with the

    hope that one day this contract will

    become a piece of real estate that is

    worth more than the price you are

    paying for it today. A lot can happen

    in those three to fi ve years while your

    condo is being built. Here are two tips

    to help ensure your investment is a

    successful one.

    1 | Always buy below market value

    Your goal should always be to buy

    something that will increase in value,

    and the best way to do that is to

    buy something that is priced below

    the current market value of a similar

    resale property. For example, if a

    one-bedroom across the street in

    a brand new completed building

    sells at $300,000, and you can buy

    a similar one-bedroom in a pre-

    construction condo at $285,000,

    then you are well insulated from any

    market fl uctuations over the next few

    years and you are positioned to have

    a property that is worth more when

    completed than when you bought it

    before the shovels hit the ground.

    2 | Always buy cash-fl ow positive

    Investing in real estate is not a

    get-rich-quick scheme, but it is

    how most of the worlds wealthiest

    people have earned their fortunes.

    The best real estate investors always

    buy for the long term. I always

    encourage my clients to take the

    long-view approach when buying

    By Andrew la Fleur

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    pre-construction and to plan on

    renting their unit out for at least

    one year (preferably more) after

    the completion of the building.

    Flipping before project completion

    (assignment) is a highly risky strategy

    and should be considered only as a

    back-up plan.

    With this in mind, you should

    only buy a pre-construction condo

    that will provide you with positive

    or break-even cash fl ow with the

    standard 20- to 25-per-cent down

    payment. If at the current valuation

    and given current market rates for

    rents, you cannot reasonably expect

    to cover all your expenses, then

    stay away!

    If you do your homework before

    buying by following these two tips,

    you will be in great shape for years

    to come.

    Andrew la Fleur is an award-winning realtor with Re/Max. Andrews expertise is in helping investors make money in the Toronto Condo Market. Visit TrueCondos.com/NewCondoGuide for a free gift. Contact Andrew at 416.371.2333 or [email protected]

    From contract to condo:Recession-proofi ng your investment

    With this in mind, you should only buy a pre-construction condo that will provide you with positive or break-even cash fl ow with the standard 20- to 25-per-cent down payment.

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    Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

    THERES AN OLD JOKE that Toronto

    has only two seasons winter and

    construction. But as anyone travelling

    along the Gardiner Expressway lately

    (over the last two years or so), or

    along the QEW to or from Hamilton,

    or any number of other local

    congestion points, can attest, tra c

    in the GTA is anything but a laughing

    matter.

    Unfortunately, such is life in

    the Big Smoke now and for the

    foreseeable future. Once upon a

    time, construction season may have

    been only during the warmer weather

    months. But those days are over. You

    can now count on it almost being a

    24/7, year-round endeavor.

    Indeed, with continuing

    immigration, general growth and

    construction expansion all

    happening at a quicker pace than

    infrastructure improvements our

    highways and transit systems are

    being strained like never before.

    Population in the GTA continues

    to increase by about 100,000 people

    per year. Research suggests that by

    2031, there could be three million

    more people living in the area

    bringing with them an additional

    1.5 million vehicles. If you think

    tra c and transit are challenging

    now, just wait.

    This is why last year the provincial

    government committed to a

    comprehensive 10-year economic

    plan that includes more than $130

    billion in infrastructure investments.

    Two dedicated funds are being

    created to support infrastructure

    projects essential to Ontarios

    Infrastructures big boost

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    economic growth and job creation in:

    Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) Improvements to GO

    Transit rail service and public transit

    investments to address congestion,

    support economic development

    and improve mobility throughout

    the region, and

    Outside the GTHA Investments in roads, bridges, transit and

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    Why, you may be wondering,

    should you care about all this stu as

    a prospective homebuyer?

    As youve likely experienced fi rst-

    hand, proximity to infrastructure is

    becoming more important than ever.

    Access to a variety of amenities and

    essentials from transit to health

    care to schools to shopping to

    recreation is a critical determining

    factor for builders and buyers alike. It

    matters for lifestyle and comfort while

    you live there, as well as for resale

    potential down the road.

    So, stop waiting for construction

    season to end. While youre out

    shopping for your new home, look

    around to see how far you are

    from the nearest highway or rapid

    transit system existing or under

    construction that a ords you

    a reasonable commute; and how

    close you are to health care, schools,

    shopping and recreation. These

    communities will be at a premium,

    now and in future.

    Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/WayneKarl.

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    Advice | STAT CHAT

    IN EARLY MAY, I was part of a panel at

    the Land & Development Conference

    that discussed the ongoing evolution

    of the condominium market. Leor

    Margulies, moderator and top

    development lawyer, had prepared

    some tough questions for the fi ve

    market experts.

    I kicked o the session with a quick

    presentation, noting that there were

    62,000 condominium apartments

    completed in Canada in 2015, a 33

    per cent annual increase according to

    CMHC. Condos accounted for over

    36 per cent of total completions, the

    highest share in over 25 years.

    My next few slides concentrated

    on the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)

    highrise market. In Q1-2016, new-

    condo sales jumped 37 per cent

    annually, and unsold developer

    inventory declined to its lowest level

    since 2011. Resale condo transactions

    increased 21 per cent year-over-year,

    and the sales-to-listings ratio was at

    its highest level since 2010, according

    to market research fi rm Urbanation

    Inc. First quarter resale prices

    increased 8.4 per cent annually, while

    rental rates for private landlord-held

    condominiums appreciated by 6.8 per

    cent over Q1-2015.

    The numbers speak for themselves,

    the market remains red hot. Margulies

    asked about foreign investment in

    pre-construction condominiums

    and Tridels Jim Richie said less than

    three per cent of their sales between

    2005 and 2014 were to o shore

    buyers, while 2015 was about fi ve per

    Toronto condo experts not worried about the highrise market

    By Ben Myers

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    cent. Developers take larger down

    payments from international buyers,

    and Tridel has never had one of these

    purchasers fail to close on their unit.

    On the tiresome question of short-

    term condo speculators, Richie and

    I agreed that there are very few of

    these buyers; slower new-condo

    price growth, plus transactions costs

    have almost eliminated this buyer

    group. Data from Urbanation Inc.

    shows that the share of units traded

    at newly completed and registered

    condominium buildings shows a

    decline in recent years, suggesting

    the majority of investors are buying

    to hold and rent their suites. Why

    wouldnt they? The Toronto condo

    rental market is extremely strong

    the 6,136 units leased in Q1-2016

    represented an annual increase of 25

    per cent!

    Mike Czestochowski of CBREs

    Land Service Group noted that land

    prices have shot up recently due

    to increased competition, and it is

    likely that those increases will be

    passed on to new-condo buyers.

    After a number of years of three- to

    four-per-cent price growth in the

    new-condominium market, the

    expectation is that 2016 will see much

    higher price increases.

    The panel didnt seem too worried

    about the condominium market in

    Toronto in 2016. We expect further

    population growth, strong activity

    due to the improved jobs market, and

    further demand for condos due to

    the increasingly una ordable lowrise

    housing market.

    The standing-room-only discussion

    shows there is still a keen interest

    in the condominium market in the

    GTA, and many of the leading experts

    believe the market will remain stable

    in 2016. Good luck in your search,

    and happy condo hunting.

    Fortress Real Developments partners with builders across Canada, and Ben assists in evaluating the market and projects that Fortress engages in. Follow his blog posts and commentary on the Canadian housing market at fortressrealdevelopments.com/news or follow him on Twitter at @benmyers29.

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    Property Profile | BAZIS

    TORONTO IS A CITY of many neighbourhoods Rosedale,

    Forest Hill, the Bridle Path but one of the most pastoral

    is the lush uptown enclave of Bayview Village. At once

    vibrant yet intimate, it is considered to be one of the citys

    best and because of that, it is highly sought after. Those

    who live within its cozy confines welcome the tranquility

    of the neighbourhood with its winding streets and quaint

    cul-de-sacs overflowing with majestic birch, maple and

    willow trees. Theres a true sense of belonging when you

    settle into an established environment such as Bayview

    and it is with this in mind that luxury real estate property

    developer Bazis is launching their latest property, Estates

    on Bayview, in its fold.

    Having created some of the citys most iconic residential

    developments, including the leaning Emerald Park towers

    at Yonge and Sheppard, the rotating Exhibit across from

    the ROM, and the sculpturally patterned facade of 1

    Yorkville, Rosario Varacalli, Bazis architect and partner,

    has envisioned Estates on Bayview as a contemporary

    community of 20 luxury townhomes.

    Luxury townhomes on Bayview

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    Buyers can expect everything that a home in this

    neighbourhood demands: 10-ft. ceilings on the main

    floor, spacious two-car garage, private elevators and an

    abundance of walk-in closets. But perhaps most thrilling

    are the oversized terraces and backyards that are exclusive

    to these townhomes, truly a rarity in todays real estate

    market mix. Residents will essentially have their own

    private oasis for entertaining, dining or simply lounging

    away an idyllic Sunday afternoon. Whatever your fancy,

    whatever your age, these elegant residences have an

    appeal for virtually anyone seeking a touch of luxury and

    comfort.

    Expect much of the same awe-inspiring features with

    a variety of custom layouts dependent on your lifestyle.

    The location of the kitchen is completely up to you. It all

    depends on your needs. Just ask and consider it done.

    Beyond the flexibility of location, each kitchen is equipped

    with furniture finish cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances

    and oversized islands perfect for the aspiring home chef.

    On the second floor, residents will have the option of

    two large bedrooms with generous walk-in closets, private

    ensuites as well as a library or family/play room, again

    depending on needs. Purchasers can also choose from

    three- and four-bedroom layouts on the same floor. The

    third floor is the relaxation Mecca: a full master retreat

    with oversized walk-ins, an ensuite with dual sinks, shower

    and freestanding tub. To complement the sentiment,

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    homeowners have the option of also including a home

    gym on this fl oor should they feel inspired to do so. And of

    course, the elevator is a must.

    At your doorstep expect the citys fi nest shopping

    Bayview Village Shopping Centre and the Shops at Don

    Mills are mere minutes away. Residents can also benefi t

    from the close proximity to the Toronto Botanical Gardens

    and the pastoral beauty of the East Don Valley Parklands.

    For day-to-day needs, the York Mills Shopping Centre is

    just down the street and two hospitals North York and

    Sunnybrook are close by. In addition, residents can

    enjoy two prestige golf courses, the Rosedale and Bayview

    golf and country clubs, and the Granite Club was recently

    enlarged to accommodate new members.

    And lets not forget easy accessibility to the Sheppard

    or Yonge TTC, Highways 401 and 404 and some of the

    citys most reputable private and public schools, including

    Crescent School, Harrison Public School and York

    University Glendon Campus. Art galleries and theatres

    LocationBayview Ave. & Highway 401

    BuilderBazis

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    Home TypeFreehold townhomes

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    round out the variety of ways new residents can get

    their cultural and entertainment fi x. With a twenty-

    minute commute to Toronto International Airport and

    a similar distance to downtown Toronto, the Bayview

    Village neighbourhood o ers a 360-approach to living.

    Essentially, whatever you need is at your fi ngertips.

    Life at Estates on Bayview is tranquil, quiet and

    luxurious: all the ideals that not only make up a house,

    but defi ne your home.

    Bayview is truly a hidden gem, close to all that

    matters, says Veronika Belovich, vice president of sales

    and marketing for Bazis. It has all the facets one can

    want at any stage of life.

    Estates on Bayview freehold townhomes will range

    from $1.95 million to $2.3 million and are scheduled to

    open soon.

    For more information about the project, please visit

    bazis.ca or email [email protected].

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    MENKES DEVELOPMENTS LTD., on

    behalf of a partnership comprised

    of Menkes, Greystone Managed

    Investments Inc. and Triovest Realty

    Advisors Inc., is planning to develop

    a landmark mixed-use community in

    the waterfront district of downtown

    Toronto. The new community will

    incorporate employment, retail and

    residential uses anchored by a two-

    acre public park.

    The development site is an 11.5-acre

    property, located at the northeast

    corner of Queens Quay East and

    Freeland Street, one block east of

    Yonge Street. Currently the Liquor

    Control Board of Ontario (LCBO)

    occupies several buildings on the site,

    including a retail store, o ce building

    and warehouse.

    The Menkes partnership signed an

    agreement to purchase the property

    from the Province of Ontario. They

    were selected as the winner following

    an open and competitive sale and

    selection process.

    The proposed development will

    include a 24-storey, 600,000-sq.-

    ft. o ce tower, 300,000 sq. ft. of

    commercial retail space, a new

    residential community and a two-

    acre park located on the north side of

    Queens Quay East, between Freeland

    and Cooper Streets. The parks

    northern boundary will incorporate

    complementary retail spaces along

    the future extension of Harbour

    Street, which presently ends at Yonge

    Street. The parks fi nal design will be

    subject to a design competition.

    LCBO will be a major tenant of

    the proposed Class AAA o ce

    tower located at 100 Queens Quay

    East, occupying approximately

    200,000 sq. ft. of the building. The

    buildings ground fl oor will feature

    a 25,000-sq.-ft. fl agship LCBO retail

    store, replacing the current Queens

    Quay store. The existing LCBO

    warehouse will be moved o -site.

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    proposed new o ce tower with

    the objective of achieving the

    highest standards in environmental

    sustainability by striving for LEED

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    rating system that recognizes

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    There is strong and growing

    demand for new, high quality o ce

    space in downtown Toronto, said

    Peter Menkes, president of the

    commercial/industrial division of

    Menkes. Corporations and their

    employees have a desire to be in

    the core, close to Union Station and

    the revitalized waterfront, and in a

    leading-edge facility that is built and

    operated in the most environmentally

    sustainable manner.

    Construction on the o ce tower is

    projected to start in the Fall of 2017,

    with completion slated for the fi rst

    quarter of 2021. Between 4,000 and

    4,500 people will work in the building.

    Alan Menkes, president of the

    highrise residential division of Menkes

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    Landmark mixed-use development proposed for Toronto Waterfront

    said, We look forward to working

    with the City of Toronto, Waterfront

    Toronto and local residents as we

    move through the development

    approvals process. Our goal here is to

    create a dynamic, multi-dimensional,

    24-hour community that meets the

    diverse needs of the future population

    who will work, live and play here,

    while also paying tribute to the history

    of the site.

    Greg Zahorski, senior vice-

    president real estate for Greystone

    Managed Investments Inc. said, We

    are extremely excited to be able

    to participate and work alongside

    the very experienced and reputable

    development group, Menkes

    Developments Ltd. The development

    of this cutting-edge mixed-use,

    environmentally-sustainable

    community located in a core

    location will be at the forefront in the

    revitalization of the waterfront.

    Photos (from the left): View of proposed o ce tower at 100 Queens Quay East; view of fl agship LCBO store at base of proposed o ce tower at 100 Queens Quay East. Images courtesy of Menkes Developments Ltd.

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  • 28 YPNEXTHOME.CA

    Advice | LEGALLY SPEAKING

    WHEN YOU AGREE TO purchase a

    new condominium, there is a 10-day

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    back out of the deal a get-out-of-

    jail-free card, if you will should you

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    a large number of new-home buyers

    come to me after the 10-day cooling-

    o period for condominiums, or the

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    1. I didnt think I needed a lawyer

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    Why do you need a lawyer?

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    2. The sales agent told me I didnt

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    3. The builder said he wouldnt

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    If a builder says he wont change

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    Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law fi rm Schwarz Law LLP. Visit schwarzlaw.ca or email [email protected] and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

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    Advice | SMALL SPACES

    SMALL SPACES ARE MORE and

    more common with the increase

    in condo living, and making these

    spaces work can be a challenge. With

    careful space planning and ingenious

    multifunctional products, you can

    have function and style in any square

    footage.

    TIP 1 | Start with a condo-sized sofa

    The sofa is often a great place to start

    when planning a small space,

    as it usually takes up the most mass,

    and it is also the easiest piece to

    purchase incorrectly. A sofa that is

    too large in a given space can feel

    cumbersome. Conversely, a sofa that

    is too small can feel like dollhouse

    furniture. Luckily, many retailers make

    it easier to make the right choice by

    carrying apartment-sized, or condo-

    appropriate pieces, which are often

    smaller-scale translations of their

    most popular lines. And of course,

    many condo-sized sofas can also be

    purchased with a sofa bed option to

    give you the fl exibility of creating a

    guest room in your small space.

    TIP 2 | Use clear furniture

    Whats great about furniture made out

    of glass, or acrylic, is that it doesnt

    take up much visual space. A ghost

    chair or a waterfall table will give

    you an instant modern update and

    provide great function while keeping

    the space feeling light. In condos that

    have gorgeous large windows, place

    pieces that are clear directly in front,

    since they wont obstruct the view.

    Five tips for small-space decorating

    by Lisa Canning

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    TIP 3 | Wall-mounted lighting

    A layered lighting plan is something I

    always recommend to clients, but

    in a small space this approach is

    especially advantageous. Rather

    than opting for a fl oor lamp with

    mass, weight and that takes up fl oor

    area, sconces give you ambient

    lighting while saving space. I love the

    architectural detail sconces provide

    and often use them on either end

    of a gallery wall or sofa.

    TIP 4 | Work with pieces that are multifunctional

    In a space that might be too small

    for a home o ce, or a formal

    dining room, I have some great,

    innovative products to share. The

    fi rst is the Functional Co ee Table

    from BoConcept. At fi rst glance, it

    looks like a sleek, minimal co ee

    table. But with an easy lift, it reveals a

    desk-height table and ample storage.

    Storage will always be an issue in

    small spaces, so anything that

    will serve a function and provide

    storage is a great addition. Another

    incredible product on the market is

    the Lacuna table by VNO Designs.

    This innovative product begins as a

    piece of customizable art on the wall.

    With the release of a latch, the art

    piece lowers to reveal a concealed

    leg and becomes a dining table for

    fi ve. For people who dont formally

    entertain often, or for those

    living in really limited space, this

    is a unique, space-saving

    solution.

    TIP 5 | Work with smart storage systems

    Great interior storage is just

    as important as utilizing

    multifunctional storage. Drawer

    dividers, shelf dividers and small

    storage boxes are great tools to use

    to increase your storage space. The

    more levels you can create within

    a drawer, the more items can be

    stored and easily found. I love using

    small, stackable, acrylic storage

    compartments to divide my drawers.

    Style doesnt stop at the exterior of

    a piece allow your furniture to

    function at its best by investing in

    interior organization.

    Lisa Canning is a designer and owner of Lisa Canning Interiors. Call 416.587.9780 or visit lisacanning.ca.

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    Ivory on Adelaide400 Adelaide St. East, TorontoSales Office located at 400 Adelaide St. East, Unit 1 647.344.0379

    NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION

    Muse - Occupancy Date Fall 2016Pre-construction Pricing 525 Adelaide St. West, TorontoSales Office located at 86 Sloping Sky Mews (TH06) 416.214.4517

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  • 36 YPNEXTHOME.CA

    BRINGING TOGETHER ARCHITECTS

    from across the province, this years

    Ontario Association of Architects

    (OAA) Celebration of Excellence

    Awards took place on Friday

    May 13, showcasing the best in

    architectural design and innovation.

    Nine new buildings in Toronto,

    London, Thunder Bay, Georgian

    Bay, Edmonton and Vancouver were

    distinguished in this years Design

    Excellence category.

    The 2016 award-winning projects

    illustrate how architecture can adapt

    to the evolving needs of communities

    over time.

    This years Design Excellence

    Award honourees stand not only

    as beautiful buildings, but also as

    examples of architectures ability

    to creatively problem solve, says

    OAA President, Toon Dreessen.

    From multi-generational housing

    Trending

    to adaptive reuse of underutilized

    sites to flexible spaces that can

    be reconfigured to users needs,

    Ontarios architects are once again

    showing their ability to respond to the

    changing needs of our communities

    and our society.

    In addition to the nine Design

    Excellence Awards announced before

    the ceremony, three more honours

    were unveiled during the gala.

    The Lieutenant Governors Award

    was presented to the Richard Ivey

    Building, Richard Ivey School of

    Business, Western University by Hariri

    Pontarini Architects

    The Michael V. and Wanda Plachta

    Award, honouring architectural

    excellence for projects in Ontario that

    cost no more than $8 million, was

    presented to Brook McIlroy Inc., for

    Prince Arthurs Landing, Thunder Bay

    Waterfront.

    OAA unveils three additional honours at awards gala Ceremony winners spotlight adaptable designs that respond to ever-changing

    communities

    Peoples Choice, decided by public

    vote, went to the Aga Khan Museum,

    Toronto by Moriyama & Teshima

    Architects in association with Maki

    and Associates.

    The honours were presented at the

    2016 OAA Celebration of Excellence

    Awards Ceremony and Dinner at the

    Allstream Centre, Exhibition Place,

    Toronto. The gala was attended by

    the provinces top architects, building

    industry guests, clients of the winning

    projects and those with a passion for

    architecture.

    The Honourable Elizabeth

    Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor

    of Ontario, brought greetings and

    presented the Lieutenant Governors

    Award for Design Excellence in

    Architecture.

    The iconic 299 Queen St. W. was honoured with the Landmark Designation Award.

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    2016 OAA AWARDS LIST OF WINNERSLIEUTENANT GOVERNORS AWARD FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE IN ARCHITECTURERichard Ivey Building, Richard Ivey School of Business, Western University, London, ONHariri Pontarini ArchitectsMICHAEL V. & WANDA PLACHTA AWARDPrince Arthurs Landing, Thunder Bay Waterfront, Thunder Bay, ONBrook McIlroy Inc.PEOPLES CHOICEAga Khan Museum, Toronto, ONMoriyama & Teshima Architects in association with Maki and AssociatesDESIGN EXCELLENCEAga Khan Museum, Toronto, ONMoriyama & Teshima Architects in association with Maki and AssociatesRichard Ivey Building, Richard Ivey School of Business, Western University, London, ONHariri Pontarini Architects Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre, Edmonton, ABMacLennan Jaunkalns Miller

    Architects Ltd. and HIP Architects in joint ventureRobert H. Lee Alumni Centre, UBC, Vancouver, BCKPMB Architects & HCMA Architecture + Design in joint ventureGo Home Bay Cabin, Georgian Bay Township, ONIan MacDonald Architect Inc.Skygarden House, Toronto, ONDubbeldam Architecture + DesignHarbord Towns, Toronto, ONSuperkl Inc. Prince Arthurs Landing, Thunder Bay Waterfront, Thunder Bay, ONBrook McIlroy Inc.Toronto Public Library Scarborough Civic Centre Branch, Toronto, ONLGA Architectural Partners Ltd. and Phillip H. Carter, Architect in joint venture CONCEPTSPlanespottingDominique Cheng, OAAShoreline CommemorativePaul Raff Studio Incorporated ArchitectLANDMARK DESIGNATION 299 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON

    Burke, Horwood and White (original building) Quadrangle Architects Limited (renovation)St. Marys Ukrainian Catholic Church, Sudbury, ONJohn Stefura and Carl Skerl, Townend Stefura Baleshta and Pfister ArchitectsBEST EMERGING PRACTICE Denegri Bessai StudioG. RANDY ROBERTS SERVICE AWARDRecognizing members of the OAA for extraordinary service to the membersJohn C. CookHONOUR ROLLDouglas Cumming Johnson Brian CurtnerLIFETIME DESIGN ACHIEVEMENT AWARDHonouring members for career-long contribution to Architectural Design ExcellenceGeorge P. BairdORDER OF DA VINCIPresented to persons who have made a significant and meaningful contribution to the profession of architectureWilliam N. Greer

    1: Sudburys historic St. Marys Ukrainian Church was honoured with the Landmark Designation Award.

    2: Aga Khan Museum, by Torontos Moriyama & Teshima Architects, won the Peoples Choice Award, decided by public vote.

    3: Western Universitys Richard Ivey Building received the Lieutenant Governors Award, presented by the Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell.

    4: Prince Arthurs Landing received the Michael V. & Wanda Plachta Award, honouring projects under $8 million.

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    Advice | CONDO PRO

    YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR and

    in the case of the condominium

    maintenance fee, you get a lot! One of

    the best things about living in a condo

    is enjoying the beautiful amenity

    spaces and knowing that the building

    exterior and landscaping will be cared

    for in the years to come, without

    having to do any of the maintenance

    yourself. It is all about carefree living,

    and condominium buyers must look

    at maintenance fees realistically. The

    monthly payments you make are

    necessary to ensuring that your quality

    of life remains high, with exterior

    and interior elements kept looking

    beautiful and in good repair.

    I always suggest that condominium

    shoppers look at what they would

    have to spend to receive the same

    services in a lowrise home. Many

    homeowners pay for a lawn service,

    window cleaners, gardeners, snow

    plow services and the like to help

    with lowrise maintenance. The

    maintenance fee covers these, plus

    the care and upkeep of gorgeous

    common areas, from hallways and

    elevators to chic lobbies and rooftop

    gardens.

    Think, too, about the concierge

    service. These professionals, who

    are an integral part of the security

    condominium residents enjoy, have

    to be paid. If you add a security

    system to your lowrise home, you

    will incur a monthly payment. Some

    condo maintenance fees even include

    utilities such as hydro, gas and water

    and again, in a lowrise home,

    Give maintenance fees the credit they are due

    By Barbara Lawlor

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    you would have to pay for those

    separately.

    Many condos today o er individual

    hydro metering per suite, which is just

    fi ne with most purchasers. Peoples

    hydro use varies greatly. Some

    residents are careful about shutting

    o lights, avoiding using appliances

    during peak hours and the like. Most

    buyers are happy to pay for what they

    use. They also appreciate the fact that

    if they are away for weeks or months,

    their hydro bills are very low. We are

    even beginning to see separate water

    meters. Of course, when this is the

    case, the maintenance fees refl ect

    that.

    A portion of your condo fees

    goes toward the reserve fund.

    Administered by the condominium

    board, this fund ensures that money is

    there in the future should unexpected

    problems arise after Tarions warranty

    coverage is over.

    It is all about looking at things fairly

    and recognizing that maintenance

    fees go a long way in protecting

    your real estate investment. Oh, and

    remember that even if your condo

    includes an amenity space you think

    you may not use (often the swimming

    pool), remember that your guests

    may enjoy using the pool, and having

    it in the building might help with your

    resale value in the future. You may

    also discover that you do use the

    amenity once you move in. Amenities

    are extensions of your living space,

    and todays common areas are

    uncommonly beautiful and bright.

    Your maintenance fees help to

    free up time so you can use your

    condo amenities more. Whether it

    is soaking away the cares of the day

    in the whirlpool, challenging

    neighbours to a game of billiards,

    hosting a large gathering in the party

    room, barbecuing and dining al fresco

    on the terrace, exercising or doing

    yoga in the fi tness room or swimming

    a few laps, it is worth the money to

    have all of this under your roof. And

    speaking of exercising, with a fi tness

    area in the building, you avoid having

    to pay a monthly fee to belong to an

    outside gym.

    When it comes to paying

    condominium maintenance fees,

    look at the big picture and youll fi nd

    you will want to place yourself in it!

    Barbara Lawlor is president of Baker Real Estate Inc., and an in-demand columnist and speaker. A member of the Baker team since 1993, Barbara oversees the marketing and sale of condominium developments in the GTA and overseas.

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