WELCOME TO MEADOWVALE NEIGHBOURHOODMeadowvale is a neighbourhood located in the northwestern part of Mississauga, situated near the Credit River which lies to the East.The approximate boundaries of Meadowvale are: Highway 401 to the north, Britannia Road to south, Mississauga road to the East and Ninth Line to the west. Pine forests with many other varieties are seen along the Credit River, which covers most of the central part of Meadowvale.Levi Creek, which runs to the south and southwest is a tributary of the Credit River lying to the south.Meadowvale is one of the older neighbourhoods in Mississauga, and as such many homes do not have the amenities of the newer homes, such as an en-suite bath or main floor family and laundry rooms. They also lack some basic upgrades ... 02/05/2017

WHO TAKES CARE OF  YOUR CLIENTS WHEN YOU ARE ON VACATION? Do you tell your clients you are going away?  Do you NOT tell them and hope no one needs you while you are gone?   Do you enrust your clients to a colleague while you are away? We all need a break from time to time, and you have several important decisions facing you before you take that well deserved break... is "who is going to take care of my clients in my absence?" Who will handle my phone calls? Who will take a client out to view a property they want to see?  Who will write up an offer on a property my clients want to buy?  What if someone wants to list their home in your absence?There are many scenarios that could manifest in your absence, so does one refereral fee fit all scenarios?If you are not there, it is imperative yo... 02/05/2017

WELCOME TO CHURCHILL MEADOWSChurchill Meadows is one of the most popular and sought after areas in Mississauga and a great neighbourhood for families. Since its inception over a decade ago, prices have risen dramatically in Churchill Meadows clearly indicating the popularity of this neighbourhood.Churchill Meadows is situated north of Highway 403, West of Winston Churchill Boulevard and south of Britannia Road. It’s location is ideally suited for commuters for easy access to major highways.The population of Churchill Meadows consists largely of professional, double income families looking for a home with modern design and layouts, with quality finishes. Along with the classic design of homes in Churchill Meadows, builders were attentive to the exterior of these home and adding lots of d... 02/04/2017

MINEOLAWELCOME TO MINEOLA NEIGHBOURHOODMineola is one of the most sought after areas in Mississauga, and considered one of Mississauga’s ultimate “move up” neighbourhoods. Mineola is ideally situated with convenient access to the QEW and Lakeshore Road for easy access to the highway.. Mineola’s boundaries are are the QEW to the north running west to Cawthra Road. The south boundary is Queen Street, running west to the Credit River. It is located north of the Port Credit neighbourhood.If you would rather have a relaxing trip to work, and prefer not to drive, the GO train is located on the outskirts of Mineola for quick access to Toronto. You can be downtown in about 20 minutes.Mineola is tucked away in a quiet tranquil neighbourhood with picturesque tree lined streets and large lots. It’... 02/04/2017

LORNE PARKWELCOME TO LORNE PARK NEIGHBOURHOODDid you know that the neighbourhood of Lorne Park in Mississauga began as a resort?Lorne Park is one of the nicest neighbourhoods in Mississauga, and the Greater Toronto area and has many ultra-high end and gracious homes . It’s close proximity to Toronto makes this area very desirable for commuters who work in Toronto.Lorne Park is a very family oriented mature neighbourhood. The schools in the area have great reputations, and Lorne Park Secondary is well known for its high athletic achievements. It is located in the south end of the City of Mississauga includes the area from the Credit River to Southdown Road to the West, and from the QEW south to Lakeshore Road.This community also has the benefit of being close to the village of Port Credi... 02/04/2017

WELCOME TO PORT CREDIT NEIGHBOURHOODWelcome to Port Credit, commonly referred to as Mississauga’s “Village on the Lake”, Mississauga’s top cultural entertainment hub for shopping events, music and world class dining on the waterfront, and award-winning festivals and events.Port Credit has maintained its historical charm with cosmopolitan flair and savvy and is evident when you stroll along Port Credit’s charming streets. This beautiful community offers something for everyone, with a wide array of restaurants, unique shops, services and cafes, all within easy walking distance from each other.The Busker Fest, a Canada celebrations event includes an Art Show along the waterfront, and Farmer’s Market… all making Port Credit an exciting and vibrant community Port Credit’s distinctive red and... 02/03/2017

WELCOME TO THE CLARKSON NEIGHBOURHOODClarkson Village is a very popular area in Mississauga for those looking for a family oriented, suburban community.It is situated in the southwest corner of the city, bordered by Lake Ontario to the South, Lorne Park to the East, Oakville to the West, and Erindale and Erin Mills to the north.Clarkson Village has a variety of housing styles on mature, tree lined streets and range from lovely detached homes on large lots to town homes, and estate homes, boasting million dollar price points with exquisite lake views. The most typical style of home you will see in Clarkson is a suburban style, built in the 1960’s, and range from 2 storeys, split levels or bungalows.Over the last decade, just like it’s neighbour to the West, Clarkson has been going throug... 02/03/2017

 CENTRAL ERIN MILLSWELCOME TO CENTRAL ERIN MILLSCentral Erin Mills is one of the newer neighbourhoods in Mississauga where development began in the late 1980’s. This area is home to many local institutions, a major landmark being the Mississauga Campus of the University of Toronto, and the Credit Valley Hospital on Erin Mills Parkway, part of the Trillium Health Centre.It has some of the most attractive family friendly homes in Mississauga where high-rise condos and low-rise developments continue to be built. You will find mostly detached homes with modern and elegant brick exteriors situated on good-sized lots with plenty of frontage. It is the typical suburban lifestyle where backyard barbeques are common with family and friends during the summer months, and where a beautiful display ... 02/02/2017

A GOOD SELLING STRATEGY?  CONSIDER LISTING YOUR HOME BEFORE THE BUSY SPRING MARKET TO AVOID ALL THE OTHER LISTINGS IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD COMPETING WITH YOURS.After the New Year, in mid January when speaking with people to discuss the sale of their home, I often hear “we want to wait until Spring to list our home.” I would recommend listing it at the end of January or mid February and here is why.Buyers and Sellers are all aware that the Spring market is often a very busy time in the world of Real Estate. They often think of selling at the time of year hoping their home will sell quickly, and for a summer closing so they can move into their new home in time for the new school year.  It is also a time when there is usually an abundance of homes on the market for buyers to choose from, whi... 02/02/2017

STREETSVILLE WELCOME TO THE STREETSVILLE NEIGHBOURHOOD  THE VILLAGE IN THE CITYSTREETSVILLE is one of the most sought after areas in Mississauga that offers a wide range of homes in affordable price ranges for everyone.STREETSVILLE is a small community within a larger city, with that quaint home town feel that everyone is attracted to. Along the main street of this vibrant community you will find historic buildings blended with the newer, more modern ones which makes it so appealingSTREETSVILLE is a unique pocket nestled within the northwest part of the City of Mississauga. It is referred to as “The Village In the City” and occupies the west and east banks of the Credit River with the majority located in the west bank.STREETSVILLE is known for its wonderful schools and its family friend... 02/02/2017

FIND A SCHOOLFIND A SCHOOL OR SCHOOL BOARD Finding the right home to fit your family’s needs is very important… but just as important is finding a great school for your children…and in the School Board of your preference.Here is a link to the page where you can find School Board information, and the Schools in each Board.All this information is available to help you find the right neighbourhood for you and your family!http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/sbinfo/TOP PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSKENOLLIE PUBLIC SCHOOL – 8.7/10 FRASER INSTITUTE (Mineola) 1376 Glenwood Drive, Mississauga, ON L5G 2X1 – P: 905.278.8991 F: 905.278.1595PLUM TREE PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL – 8.5/10 FRASER INSTITUTE (Lisgar) 6855 Tenth Line West, Mississauga, ON L5N 5R2 – P: 905.824.0155 F: 905.824.9989MILLER’S GROVE PUBLIC SCHOOL –... 02/02/2017

COMMISSION STRUCTUREMost Sellers I encounter have no idea how the Selling Commission is structured or how it is allocated. Many consumers believe their agent’s expenses are covered by their Brokerage, but in fact agents are responsible for ALL their expenses.Here is an excerpt below from my booklet… A Real Estate Guide for Sellers… where I explain to clients how the commission structure works.COMMISSION – WHAT IT COVERSReal Estate professionals are independent business people who must pay fees to their broker, to their boards, and must cover ALL of their business expenses before they acquire net earnings.Most professionals receive an hourly fee for services as the work is done, but real estate agents are paidONLY when have successfully completed a transaction.All work leading up to that... 01/31/2017

HANDLING VIEWINGSENSURING VIEWINGS ARE SUCCESSFULPrivate viewings and open houses provide opportunities for buyers to view your property and get a sense of what it is like to live there. Ideally, you will want them to be impressed by what they see – and motivated to make an offer.As your real estate agent, I ensure we maximize the potential of every viewing and open house. To accomplish that, I advise you on how best to prepare your property, I market it to qualified buyers, and then, at viewings, draw their attention to the great qualities of your house.When it comes to scheduling, I coordinate with you to select days and times that are as convenient as possible. Obviously, I encourage you to be as flexible as you can, as that will enable more buyers to see your property. Weekends, in ... 01/31/2017

ATTRACTING BUYERSHOW DO YOU ATTRACT QUALIFIED BUYERS?When you list your house, it must attract the attention of qualified buyers eager to get into a property like yours. Otherwise, your house may take longer to sell and you may not get the price you expected.As an expert in the local market, I can get the word out about your listing to all the right people. I know how to attract serious buyers – so a good offer comes in quickly.To achieve that success, I’ll implement the appropriate marketing plan. After all, there’s more to selling a house than hammering a For Sale sign on the front lawn. I’ll work closely with you to create a marketing plan which may include some or all of the following: Taking pictures and gathering the details on your property; Writing a compelling property profile ... 01/31/2017

 Having your agent list your home, and installing a For Sale sign is just the beginning. Working hand in hand with your realtor can generate the results you want much faster!  Sellers also have responsibilities in the sale and marketing of their home and there are things they can do to help get it sold faster.As the home owner you have the responsibility to ensure the home is clean and well kept, and ready for perspective buyers at a moment’s notice.  De-clutter if necessary, and consult with your realtor to see if Staging would be beneficial. It is well documented that staging produces higher sales amounts, and in less time.  It’s difficult for any realtor to extol the features of your home if it is cluttered, dirty and unkept. Remember, not all Buyers are visionaries and cannot see pa... 01/29/2017

I have been a real estate agent for 30 years, and one of the things I always suggest to my clients is for them to contact their financial institution or a mortgage broker and get their financing pre-approval in place prior to going out house hunting.  There is nothing worse than a couple finding their dream home, only to find out it is out of their price range and they can’t afford to buy it. Recently, I was working with a past client who was looking to sell her Townhome and buy a detached home.  After working with her in the past, and knowing her for more than seven years, I knew she was financially sound and would have no problem getting a mortgage.  I still however, advised her to get in touch with her mortgage agent and get her pre-approval in place.While in the process of getting a... 01/28/2017

How often do you allow yourself a break from your work to charge your battreries.. to give your body and mind a rest from the hustle and bustle of your busy real estate life.  Our bodies are a fine tuned machines, and just like your car it must be maintained and cared for on a regular basis to keep it running at its optimum..It's amazing how just a few days away from your phone and compuers can refresh your mind and body...Book a hotel room away from your home where you can get away by yourself to enjoy some solitude.  Take a good book and enjoy a leisurely few days on your own.. No stress, no time schedules, no phones ringing, no emails to answer, no meetings to keep, no clients to worry about.I try to do this every 3-4 months and it is wonderful.  I book a hotel room for a weekend abo... 01/28/2017

What is the mental image you see when you think of a log home?  Is it a small one room crudely constructed log cabin where the early pioneers and settlers lived in the open spaces? Not any more!! Log homes are both beautiful in design with loads of curb appeal, and offer many benefits of modern style and elegance, along with character and charm.Have you ever considered buying a log home?  Like most home purchases, it is a very important financial decision, but along with that, it could also be a very importeant environmental decision.  There has been a surge in nterest in building "green" because they are environmentally friendly and healthier, and more cost efficient to operate.Log home are unique in design and appeeaernce and among the most beautiful homes you will find.  The curb app... 01/27/2017

The words “Client” and “Customer” seem pretty clear cut, but in real estate they mean completely different things to a Realtor®. There is also a distinct difference in how seriously you are taken as a Buyer.  These two words and how they relate to the Realtor® as individuals make an important difference in the type and level of service you receive.  Please take a few minutes to read,  and after reading you will fully understand what the major difference is, you will know then which one you want to be.When listing your home for sale with a Realtor® you are required to enter into a written contract.  This is due to the time and expenses incurred by the Sales Representative and Broker, who will not be paid for services rendered until the closing of the home.  The real benefit, however is f... 01/27/2017

A GOOD SELLING STRATEGY IS TO CONSIDER LISTING YOUR HOME BEFORE THE BUSY SPRING MARKET TO AVOID ALL THE OTHER LISTINGS IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD COMPETING WITH YOURS.After the New Year, in mid January when speaking with people to discuss the sale of their home, I often hear “we want to wait until Spring to list our home.” I would recommend listing it at the end of January or mid February and here is why.Buyers and Sellers are all aware that the Spring market is often a very busy time in the world of Real Estate. They often think of selling at the time of year hoping their home will sell quickly, and for a summer closing so they can move into their new home in time for the new school year.  It is also a time when there is usually an abundance of homes on the market for buyers to choose from,... 01/26/2017