That’s why we are so excited about three of our listings in the neighbourhood; Each home is a full size family home designed for living and entertaining inside and out!  Three options. Three price ranges.

• 250 Burnett Avenue 

•  349 Betty Ann Drive

• 210 Cameron Avenue

Close to Yonge/Sheppard Subway.  Choose from some excellent public schools; Cameron, Churchill and Yorkview Public Schools.

 With rates still comfortably low, moving up to a 3 or 4+ bedroom home in the area may be more affordable than you think.  Let us help you determine what your own home is worth so you can move to one of these special homes! Call or write with your questions and ideas.

For a private viewing of these or any other homes please be sure to call The Mulholland Ross Team 416-230-8500.

But here’s something no one ever talks about.  Homes that smell of cigarette smoke often sell for far less than those that don’t!

Unless you’re absolutely sure your home is going to be purchased by a builder who intends to demolish your home immediately – start smoking on your porch like most of your neighbours do.

When buyers walk into a home with a lingering smell of tobacco they instantly start adding up all the things they will need to do in order to remove the odour;  remove all carpet, remove all window treatments, repaint every wall and refinish all hardwood floors. In some cases the removal of attic insulation also becomes necessary.

This can all add up to huge costs for the buyers so, guess what happens to the price of your home. On a $500-$600k home, smokers homes can sell for $10,00 – $15,000 less than a non-smokers home. So on top of the daily cost of a pack of smokes – now think about what it’s doing to the tax free equity in your home.

The Mulholland | Ross Team always call agents who have shown our listings as well as those buyers who visited our open houses. It is amazing how many will comment on the smell of a smokers home first.

So, sorry to say, the comforts of your home may be the last place you ever want to light up.

Comments or ideas? We’d love to hear your stories.

n July 1st

This Thursday, celebrate Canada Day with a Canadian flag in your front window (or on your car roof).  Wear something red and white, have some friends over and check out some of the events in North York Toronto.

Mel Lastman Square is always exciting  on Canada Day with food, music and amazing fireworks!

Downsview Park will be celebrating all day with amusement rides, acrobat performances, face painting and fireworks!

NOTE: For those of you in the Yonge/Sheppard/Finch area, be sure to check your mailboxes for our most recent Newsletter; you’ll find a bright Canadian Flag on one side. Perfect for placing in your front window!

Tell us what you like most about living in Canada!

Many home sellers presume they have until 6pm to leave their home on closing day but the standard agreement of purchase and sale clearly states that ” this Agreement of Purchase and Sale shall be completed NO LATER THAN 6Pm on the …day of”.   Both buyer and seller should be aware that the minute the buyer’s lawyer has transferred the funds to the seller’s lawyer, and the registration has been completed, the home is closed. That means, if a buyer’s lawyer efficiently closes the transaction at 1:00pm then the home is legally considered ‘closed’ and the Buyer is now legal owner of the home.

So what does a seller do if their moving truck is still loading up their stuff?

This is what I like to call ‘Moving Day Etiquette’.  We all know this day can be stressful – let’s not make it any worse for anyone!  I tell my buyers that if they show up with a key and the sellers are still moving out to please give them their space. Go get coffees and a pizza and just relax.  There is no point in getting angry or mad at anyone.  Or worse, don’t start moving your things in while others are trying to move out.

If it’s getting late in the day and you are concerned about additional moving costs etc., it is best to call your Realtor and allow them to work something out.

Just remember. Moving day can be a glorious exciting day (I won’t say ‘pleasant’, I promise). It is the beginning of life in your new home. Just relax. Breathe and know that it will all be over soon!

Had a great moving day experience? Let us know.

Check out these moving tips from one of our favourite Toronto movers.

Two public schools will be holding their annual Summer Fun Fairs on  Saturday May 29th between 11:00am – 3:00pm. There will be games, prizes, food, raffles, bake sales and silent auctions – and so much more!

Drop into Churchill Public School at 188 Churchill Avenue at Senlac Rd.   They are planning some great surprises this year. Be sure to check out the raffle items, critters, martial arts, silent auction and all the games and fun!

Be sure to visit Cameron Public School at 211 Cameron Avenue just West of Yonge and South of Sheppard Ave. This place is always crazy fun. Tons of games and activities for the kids. Lots of great silent auction treats for everyone.

As always, you’re guaranteed to have a great day while supporting your local schools and programs.

This custom modern contemporary home was originally designed and built by a professional couple;  she was a York University faculty of environmental studies and he was a professional Engineer who described himself as a sustainable technologies engineer.

Their goal was to build a house that was kind to the environment, required a quarter of the energy of a conventional home to operate and is healthier to live in. 

Equally important is that this home offers style, design and all the modern amenities most people desire.  VIEW MORE PICTURES HERE

Using efficient and clean systems, this home is truly meant for those who call themselves ‘green’. Discover some of the methods used to create this lovely home.

Hydronic heating  with Heat Recovery filtration andHEPA  air cleaners.

Finnish Masonry  centre fireplace burns small amounts of wood slowly. The masonry heats up with creates additional radiant heat source. (3 logs lasts approximately 2.5 days)

Rain water collection for watering lawns, washing cars, etc.

Solar heating and recycled and non-toxic materials were used where ever possible.

A separate and fully self contained main floor suite works perfectly for a nanny or extended family (mother in laws will love this!)

The current owners love the efficiency, comfort and warmth of their home.  The quiet court just steps to the action at Yonge & Sheppard is just a bonus!

For more information please be sure to call Peter Mulholland | Ora Ross 416-230-8500 or write ora@realestatetoronto.com

Not to be missed – for those looking for something a special!

This is the one you’ve been waiting for.

Much loved and meticulously renovated through out. This sprawling sidesplit sits on a 54 x 140′ lot on a quiet crescent style street in fun family commnity in the Yonge/Sheppard.

Extremley spacious with oversize windows. Gorgeous open concept design – modern kitchen and baths.

Busy families and/or those who love to entertain all year round!

Resort style fully fenced lot with recent inground pool with interlock patios and large lawn/play area.

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The perfect ‘move up’ home has it all including a double garage!

For more information call Peter Mulholland | Ora Ross 416-230-8500 or write ora@realestatetoronto.com

Not to be missed!

10:00am – 2:00pm

I just love it when things happen to make our lives easier! This is definitely one of those timely conveniences!

Its Garbage and Recycle Day!

Drop by the parking lot at Early Haig School at 100 Princess Avenue in the Yonge/Sheppard area and bring your garbage!

This is the perfect time to clean out the garage and rid your home of all of the stuff you don’t really need anymore yet can never seem to figure out how to get rid of.

There will also be an opportunity to donate gently used clothing, toys, books and more.

Bring your wheel barrel to get some of your free compost.  You will also be able to purchase all sorts of environmentally friendly products and tools.

This is just one of many events scheduled through North York and Toronto through April and May.   Find more information about this and other events here.

If you have any community or neighbourhood event you would like to share with our readers sent us a note, give us a call or leave a comment here

You deserve it! Gracious 4+ bdrm centre hall design on 50′ lot steps to Yonge and Finch Subway in North York.

High ceilings with pot lights. Stylish wainscotting and rich hardwood floors. Spacious rooms have large windows.

Open concept kitchen with granite island overlooks family room with gas fireplace – excellent space for the entire family.

Four generous bedrooms plus a den on the 2nd floor. Three full baths include a luxurious master ensuite.

Fully finished lower level has additional bedroom, home office, recreation room with gas fireplace and full bathroom.  There is a ‘rough in’ for a wet bar or kitchen. The lower level walks out to the rear garden.

Huge detached double garage with interlock drive. Great workshop/hobby area too!

Wonderful layout for the busy growing family. Main floor 3pc powder room plus den is perfect for visiting inlaws who aren’t comfortable with the stairs.

For more information or to request your viewing please call 416-230-8500 Mulholland | Ross or email ora@realestatetoronto.com

What began in a small town in Australia has become a world wide event. This Saturday night between 8:30 – 9:30pm please turn off your lights, your televisions, radios and computers.

This is the perfect time to connect with neighbours and/or family; go for a walk, tell stories or simply take a look at the sky and realize that the stars still shine at night – they are just hard to see past the glare of Toronto’s city lights.

What plans do you have for Earth Hour this Saturday night? Share your ideas here – leave your comments or notify neighbours of any events.

Here are a few ideas we found online:

Check out the Free Concert at Dundas Square

More Toronto Events include fun things at the ROM, Science Centre and more!

Other helpful Earth Hour Sites:

Official Earth Hour Site

Other things to do

For those of you unfamiliar with Earth Hour, check out this video.