Oct. 1, 2011 Issue 34

P R E S E N T E D B Y T H E G O L F I T E A M

October 1, 2011 - Vol 32a

Rob GolfiSales Representative

Feature Home

GRIMSBY $459,90068 Lake Street -- MUST SEE INSIDE!!!Beautiful, spacious 3+1 bedroom family home with old-world charm,on park-like setting. Located on large 75' x 195' lot with 25' x 32'tandem deep garage. Beautiful restored hardwood floors, upgradeddoors and trim throughout. Thousands spent on upgrades and updatesin past five years. Truly a dream! Call for private viewing today at905-575-7700. More pictures to see online at www.golfiteam.com.


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Since the inception ofhis career in 1997,Rob Golfi has

recognized that understandinghis clients’ needs is essential toproviding excellent service.

As business grew, Robassembled the Golfi Team in aneffort to maintain the samelevel of professionalism clientshave come to expect. Shortlythereafter in 2003, the teamreceived the prestigious honourof being among the top 100Real Estate Teams forRE/MAX Canada, and thisstatus continues to date.

Rob’s experience andaggressive negotiating skillshave earned him every majorhonour awarded by RE/MAX,including President’s Club,100% Club, Platinum Club,Chairman’s Club, Hall of Famein 2003, the Lifetime Achieve -ment Award in 2006, hisSRES® designation in 2009 andthe Diamond Club Award in2010. Having worked with

many of the industry’sprofessionals over the years, hehas the necessary edge to bestnegotiate the sale of your home.

Any agent can list yourhouse, but Rob’s knowledge,extensive marketingbackground and dedicationgives clients peace of mindwhen dealing with the singlemost important investment intheir lives. With years ofcombined experience, the GolfiTeam can provide your homewith a level of exposure thatmost agents cannot. Utilizing ateam approach also means thatthey will likely find a purchaserto buy your home sooner, ratherthan waiting for other agents toapproach you with potentialbuyers.

Ranked in the top 5 of nearly2,000 sales agents in theHamilton-Burlington and Niagaraareas, listing with Rob and theGolfi Team is the right choicewhen choosing someone torepresent your best interest. -Å

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HAMIlton $99,900

399 Fairfield AvenueSpacious 1 BR bungalow! Incl updated kitchenw/lots of counter space, fenced yard, new roofshingles & high efficiency furnace (gas on equalbilling $66.00 month!), 100amp on breakers, bigrear deck w/awning, big bathrm & lots of storagein bsmt. Can be 2 BR if needed. Shows great!

HAMIlton $324,900

65 Princeton DriveThis all brick oversized 4 level back split infantastic Sherwood heights neighborhood isavailable for immediate possession! Featuresupdated vinyl windows, updated shingles, beautifulhardwood & ceramic flrs, second kitchen in lowerlvl, great in-law potential, sun-rm, & fence yard.

HAMIlton $94,900

11 Keith Street3 bedroom Semi! Granite cunters & floors, crownmolding, 100 amp breakers, finished basement,roof 2010. Main floor has open concept eat-inkitchen, dining room and living room. Upstairshas 3 spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom.Great family home!

HAMIlton $189,900

546 Roxborough Ave.Renovated to the studs! 3 bedrooms & 2 fullbathrooms. All new wiring, insulation, furnace,C/A (2 yrs), roof, siding, kitchen, windows, 2new bathrooms including ensuite. Main floorbedroom & laundry. All appliances included.Side drive. This home exceeds standard!!!

HAMIlton $124,900

90 Hope AvenueRenovated 2 BR bungalow w/great hwy access.Double rear drive, all appliances included.Immediate possession available. Basementwaterproofing 25 year transferable warranty,updates includes flooring, bathroom and frontporch. Get inside!

StoneY cReek $349,900

23 Highgate DriveCustom built raised ranch (1996) with over 2600 sqft of living area near a park. 3+2 bedroom, 3 baths,2 kitchens, 1.5 garage with a double drive. Topquality materials used with over $50,000 spent inbasement. New roof in (2011), freshly painted,ducts cleaned in (2010). Get inside!


3 Beachgrove CrescentFabulous find, 2 storey home w/3 spacious BRs, lrgsunny LR & DR combination w/sliding doorsleading to maintenance free & private fully fencedback yard w/gazebo, concrete drive, new shingles2005, new furnace & c/air 2005, close to Linc &Red Hill & all amenities.


125 First Road WestFantastic 3 bedrm, 2 stry home in immaculatecondition! Features beautiful hardwood in living &dining rm with oak stair case, finished basementwith rec-rm & wet bar with spa like bath, concretedrive & patio, shingles 2008, new garage door,fenced yard, rm sizes approx.

HAMIlton $399,900

25 Melbourne StreetTrendy & Sylish move in ready & close to LockSt. Features fully finished basement with in-lawset up with separate entrance & additional 4 carparking at rear, upgraded designer kitchen withdoors leading to large deck with awning,beautiful hardwood & California shutters.

BInBRook $289,900

38 Topaz Street5 year old Losani built 2 storey home! Check thisone out! Detached 3 bedroom home withbedroom level laundry and open concept design.Exposed aggregate walkway and patio completethe fenced in rear yard with shed. More @www.Golfi.ca

HAMIlton $159,900

64 Cope Street3 bedrm brick beauty w/ long side drive &garage. Some newer vinyl windows, largeprinciple rooms, separate dining room, walk-inclosets, fenced yard, freshly painted, new eaves& downspouts directed away from home,original hardwood floors & high baseboards.


90 Whitefish Crescent“The perfect 10!” 2 storey, 3 BR, 1715 sq.ft.freehold! 1.5 car garage & parking for 3 cars,open concept, computer loft & covered balconyw/view. Hrdwd flrs in LR, kitchen, DR & pantry.Upgraded stainless steel appliances & carpet.Ensuite, 3 walk-in closets & steps to Lake.

weSt HAMIlton $298,888

225 Bowman Street3+2 bedrm, 2 bathroom home in walking distanceto McMaster. In-law potential. Fully rented untilApril 2012. Updated top to bottom. Exteriorwaterproofing w/transferrable warranty (’10),finished basement (’10) w/new bathroom. Parkingfor five, 100 amp on breakers, vinyl windows.

HAMIlton $319,900

236 Sherwood RiseSprawling bungalow in the desirable SherwoodHeights neighborhood. 4+1 bedrooms, 2bathrooms and newly finished basement (May).Updates include furnace & C/A ('04), kitchen,ceramics, mostly vinyl windows & 100 ampbreakers. This home is one of a kind! Get inside.

HAMIlton Mtn $259,900

75 Windrush CrescentFabulous family home on large lot (57’x100’). Sameowner for 32 years. Updates include: shingles(’08),garage exterior(’10), back deck & railing(’10),windows(approx.5 yrs), professionally painted inAugust, kitchen resurfaced(’11), ensuite privilege,walk-up to yard & possible in-law.

eASt HAMIlton $143,500

75 Adeline AvenueCute & cozy starter home in prime East Hamiltonlocation! Features 2 good sized bedrms, eat inkitchen, main floor laundry, family room withwalk-out to large rear deck & stunning backyard.Cheaper than rent… won't last ! [email protected]


154 Rosewood RoadCozy & Desirable East Hamilton 2 bedrm dollhouse! Features hardwd floors under broadloom,finished rec rm in basement, mostly vinylwindows, updated furnace, detached garage,appliances included, close to busses, shopping &parks.


635 Dunn AvenueCharming bungalow will surprise you! Featuresall new carpeting, hardwood flrs, master bedrmw/french doors, updated bathrms, finishedbasement with in-law & gas fireplace, updatedvinyl windows & doors, 18x30 insulated garagew/220 volt, & mostly new weeping tiles.

StoneY cReek Mtn $419,900

1889 Rymal RoadGorgeous raised ranch w/updates within the last2yrs! Incl. shingles, furnace, hardwd, carpet, hot-tub, new pool liner, Cherry wood kit. cabinetsw/granite, windows ‘05 , eaves trough & facia,bathrm ‘08, backing onto conservation w/privategate, & a 400 sqft workshop w/power.

StoneY cReek Mtn $286,900

129 Slinger AvenueCharming raised ranch. Beautifully landscaped,ideal for growing family. Features new stylishkitchen with pantry & breakfast bar, hardwd flrs infront room & hallway. Enjoy lounging in the fullyfinished basment w/bedroom & bathroom. Closeto amenities & schools.


1323 Baseline RoadBeautiful 3 BR brick bungalow! Oak kitchencabinets, open concept kit. overlooking LR & DR,circular oak staircase, Mbed w/4 pc ensuite &walkout, spacious bedrms, concrete walkways &patio, fully fenced private yard, rough-in centralvac & close to Fifty Point Conservation.

BInBRook $434,900

108 Valiant CircleAmazing 4 bedroom Losani “WoodhavenTraditional’ family home. Large premium lot.Loads of upgrades including kitchen, windows,wider garage, front door, cabinets, fire place,rounded corners, patio door to rear yard.


24 Hildegard DriveBuilt on a quiet street w/open & inviting floorplan. Backs onto escarpment. Brazilian cherryhrdwd flrs, porcelain tiles, gas fireplace,oversized rooms, freshly painted, in-law set-upw/2nd kitchen & bath, mostly updated vinylwindows & doors, & upper level balcony.


35 Riviera Ridge4+1 bdrm in prestigious loc’n! Fresh paint &crown mouldings. Plus porcelain tile, kulmhrdwd, main flr. den, lrg eat-in kit, livin rm, sep.dining rm & main flr. laun. New shingles (08) &undergrnd sprinkler system.


21 Watercliff PlaceStunning 4 bedroom Lake Pointe home steps fromthe lake and near 50 Point Marina. Large formalliving & dining room, eat-in kitchen with granitecounters. Master has and his/hers closets & spa-like master bath with soaker tub. Patio doors leadto deck with gazebo and large backyard.

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GRIMSBY $269,900

6 Marsdale AvenueDon’t miss out! Amazing property in sought aftersub-division. This well taken care of home iswaiting your personal touch. Hardwd undercarpet in LR & hallway. Hdwd has been exposedin bdrms. 3 BR bunglow w/DR & eat-in kitchen.Very large basement w/ bathrm.

HAMIlton $214,900

105 Edgemont St. SouthCharming 1.5 storey, 3 BR, 1.5 bathrm home w/garage. Major updates in last few years includingCambridge 30 yr shingles (‘09), eaves &downspouts, rewired electrical in (’08), lead piperemoved, fence (‘08). Original hardwd with oakinlay. Lots of storage, & 3 car parking. Get inside!

HAMIlton $139,900

137 Albany Avenue10++ 2 stry home, hardwd flrs & porcelain tiles,updated 4 pc bath, window, wiring, soffit facia,100amp breakers, new siding & 10x10 shed. Fullbasemt w/laundry, fenced & landscaped yard,long side drive w/gate. No bsmt under additions,front porch w/heating used as a playroom.

BuRlInGton $249,900

308-5080 Pinedale AvePopular Pinedale Estates, 2 bedroom, approx.1300 sqft. in great condition! Clean & brightkitchen with plenty of cupboard & counterspace, master with walk-in closet & 4pc ensuite,updated furnace, and 24 hr security gatehouse.


606 Fennell Ave. East4 bedroom, 1-1/2 storey home with hardwoodfloors. Oversized single car garage. Needs someTLC. Great price, great location. Close to allamenities. Immediate possession available. Callus today at 905-575-7700.


220 Green RoadAmazing space in this fabulous 2 storey, 3 BRhome! Features updated kitchen and baths 2008,shingles 2011, stylish bright kitchen, updatedflooring, finished basement, professionallyfinished back yard w 2 tiered stone patio &ponds with a waterfall. Close to amenities.

HAMIlton $159,900

28 Argyle AvenueFully updated 3 BR & 3 bathrm home w/adetached garage. 1 front & 1 rear parking. Openconcept w/high ceilings on main flr. Top flr hasmaster bedrm w/ensuite, large closet &office/nursery. Updated kit & bathrms, fullyfenced yard. New front porch & concrete pad ingarage w/ hydro.

HAMIlton $121,900

153 Gladstone Avenue3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms. Sold "as is". Brickexterior finish. Forced air, Natural Gas, RentalWater Heater - Gas, Separate Dining Room,Sewer/storm, Unfinished basement, Vinylexterior finish.

BuRlInGton $374,900

4259 Longmoor DriveCentrally located raised ranch for the growingfamily. Updates incl windows & doors(06),shingles & breaker panel(05), front yrd prof.landscaped(04). 2 full baths, rec rm & gamesroom in lower level. Upper level features eat-inkitchen & separate dining rm. 24hrs notice forshow.


150 East 21st StreetMove in & enjoy this well kept & beautifullydecorated bungalow! Features a completelyfinished basement, & includes many updates. 2005shingles, facia, soffits, open concept floor plan.Includes fridge, stove, washer & dryer & close to allamenities. Act now available for quick possession!

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Grimsby, Lincoln & West Lincoln Area

GRIMSBY $599,900

88 Lake StreetIncredible 2300 sqft home faces Nelles Beach &Lake Ontario. This updated home features a newmaple kitchen, granite, travertine tiles, hardwd &bamboo floors, updated bathrms w/designer tiles,family room with fireplace, shingles ‘05, neweaves & facia ’10, furnace & Central air ’07.

BeAMSvIlle $339,900

4092 Mountain StreetWant quality, this house is for you! This one flrplan incl. $20,000 in extras, California knockdown ceilings, rounded corners, 120 sq.ft. ofhrdwd flrs, upgraded trim package, maple kit,asphalt drv & much more! Approx 1445 sq.ft.similar to be built.

WATERVIEW

GRIMSBY $269,900

446 Main Street WestFabulous ½ acre property backs onto greenspace. 4 bedrm home & 25x35' oversizedgarage/workshop, affordable enough to buildnew or renovate. This home offers new shingles& furnace ‘03, beautiful cast iron fireplace, lotsof parking space, and easy access to QEW.

GRIMSBY $424,900

3 Stonegate DriveWell maintained all brick executive home inlakeside neighbourhood features beautifulhardwood floors, mostly updated vinyl windows,professionally finished basement, fenced &landscaped back, concrete driveway, newshingles '06, new furnace '05, easy hwy access.

GRIMSBY $359,900

3 Hewitt DriveEscarpment views! Features beautiful maplekitchen w/granite island & breakfast bar,hardwood & ceramics throughout, great roomw/cathedral ceilings & gas fireplace, incredibleopen concept floor plan, fenced yard, & a highenergy efficient home.

SMItHvIlle $399,900

146 Rock StreetOutstanding & immaculate Custom built 2350sq.ft. Facing park, loaded w/upgrades, featuresmaple kitchen with antique finish and granitecounters, gleaming hardwood flrs, porceline tile,California shutters, luxury ensuite master bedrmwith French doors leading to 16x24 covered patio.

GRIMSBY $369,900

519 Ridge Road East1.37 acres on escarpment ravine near BruceTrail! Features geothermal system Jan ’10,insulated roof, newer windows, amazing lowenergy costs, large 2.5 car garage, large deckw/above ground solar heated pool, and charmingcedar-sided home with large eat-in kitchen.

weSt lIncoln $328,500

9407 Silver StreetAmazing updated home on 100 x 200 ft lot, builtin 1953, has an open concept living room/diningroom with hardwood floors, huge master suite,New high efficiency gas furnance/CA, updatedmain bath, entry doors, & water conditioner.Bonus room over the garage.

BeAMSvIlle $236,000

5126 Conner Drive 2 storey freehold town home 1386 sq ft. Similarto be built. 90 day closing avail. Incl. great sizedBedrooms w/3pc ensuite & walk in closet offmaster, kit w/breakfast area overlooking famrm,attached to neighbouring unit at garage w/accessfrom garage to rear yard, & min to all amenities.

GRIMSBY $309,900

14 Marlow AvenueCustom-built 3 bedrm bungalow, open & invitingfloor plan w/gorgeous hardwood, spaciouskitchen w/breakfast bar and sliding doors leadingout private fenced back yard, large master bedrmw/ensuite and double garage with 4-car drive.Near schools, parks and quick access to QEW.

GRIMSBY $1,050,000

238 North Service RoadCustom built 2-storey waterfront property withstunning Lakeviews! Gorgeous hardwood floors,master bedroom with walk out to balcony & gasfireplace w/rich hotel style ensuite, soaring 10ftceilings, large designer kitchen w/granite, greatbig windows. Shows like a dream.

BeAMSvIlle $241,900

5120 Conner DriveFabulous end unit freehold Bungalow 1,110 sqft!90 day closing avail. Come & visit our modelhome & be wowed on this Energy Guide &Tested Home. Incl great size bedroomss w/3 pcensuite off master, kitchen area overlookingfamily rm, attached to next unit only at garage.

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GRIMSBY $359,900

220 Alway RoadSweet Country Deal over an acre of piece & quiet!This 3+1 BR raised ranch shows like a dream, &features gorgeous hardwd flrs, updated bathrms,refaced kitchen, professionally fin. basementw/berber carpets & walk out, shingles (’11),furnace (’09), & quick access to town & QEW.

BeAMSvIlle $329,900

4856 King StreetExtensively Renovated Century Home. Reno’s inthe last 5 yrs inc kitchen, 2 bathrms, most drywall,crown mould, most light fix, 3/4” hardwd flrs,ceramic tile, pool pump, filter and lining,basement finished & the list goes on.

GRIMSBY $459,900

68 Lake StreetBeautiful, spacious 3+1 bedroom family homewith old-world charm, on park-like setting.Located on large 75' x 195' lot with 25' x 32'tandem deep garage. Beautiful restored hardwoodfloors, upgraded doors and trim throughout.$1000s spent on upgrades and updates.

BeAMSvIlle $199,900

4472 Marguerite StreetGreat Value! 3+1 bedroom, 3 level semi-detachedback split. Master bedroom has garden doorsleading out to large deck. Fully finished basementwith a second bathroom. Fully fenced backyardwith some new fencing. Main bathroom is gettingrenovated. Close to large park and shopping.

GRIMSBY $349,900

153 Lakeside DriveCharming bungalow w/family rm addition that willtake you by surprise! This 3 bedroom homefeatures vinyl windows, bright bathrm, hardwdflrs, shingles ‘11, skylight, beautifully finished rec-rm w/wet bar & games area, private treed yardw/perennials, extra long garage, & close to Lake.

GRIMSBY $334,900

29 Princess Blvd.Desirable Neighbourhood! Large 4 bedroomhome close to parks, water and highway access.Many updates C/A, windows & exterior foors,garage door, shingles, basement reno, ensuite,blown-in insulation & new hot tub. Sprinklersystem front & back. Private fenced in backyard.

SMItHvIlle $369,900

26 Hornak RoadSpectacular & immaculate best describes thisawesome 4 BR home in Station Meadows! Sittingon a premium lot, approx 2140 sqft. this homefeatures, 9’ ceilings, oak staircase, hardwd flrsthroughout, stylish kitchen w/granite counters &breakfast bar, fenced yard w/concrete patio.

GRIMSBY $399,900

442 Main StreetCharacter home set along Grimsby’s tree linedstreet. Features new kitchen, updated baths, newfurnace c/air & water heater, new shingles &plywood 2002, all vinyl windows, hardwd underall broadloom, 2 storey garage 45x26 ftw/finished loft above with furnace & bathrm.


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Sharon StaffordSales Representative

Heather ReidSales Representative

Hans MarcellissenSales Representative

Wendy Murray-NicholsonSales Representative

Ashley SidlerSales Representative

Dena ZlatarSales Representative

Bonnie SpurrellSales Representative

Mike McNeilSales Representative

Rosemarie FournierListing Co-ordinator

Jaclyn RossOffice Manager

But majority of Ontarians

concerned that home ownership will

be more difficult in the futureThe dream of home ownership is alive

and well among Ontario renters, with 70 percent reporting that they would like to buy atsome point in the future, according to a pollreleased today by the Ontario Real EstateAssociation (OREA).

However, the poll also revealed that 81per cent of Ontarians believe it is more diffi-cult to own a home now than it was for theirparents, and 89 per cent of Ontarians in gener-al are concerned that home ownership willbecome even more difficult in the future.

“We have an obligation to protect theaffordability of home ownership for futuregenerations,” said Barb Sukkau, President ofOREA. “From its impact on job creation to thehealthy and stable environment it provides forraising a family, home ownership matters topeople, communities and Ontario.

Over half (54 per cent) of renters citedaffordability as a key reason for not owning ahome and 70 per cent surveyed indicated theywould be more willing to consider owning ifthe government offered more tax breaks andincentives to offset costs for first time buyers.

“Today’s poll is compelling evidence thata majority of Ontarians are concerned aboutthe affordability of home ownership for them-selves and future generations,” said JohnWright, Senior Vice President of Ipsos Reid.

Home owners also report higher levels ofcivic engagement. The overwhelming majori-ty (82 per cent) of Ontario home owners havedonated to charity in the last two years; homeowners are much more likely to say they votedin the last municipal election than renters; and35 per cent of owners say they have volun-teered in their community.

“Support for home ownership meanssupport for strong communities and a betterOntario,” said Sukkau. “We are urging allpolitical parties in the 2011 provincial electionto commit to making home ownership moreaffordable for Ontarians.”

OREA is proposing three policy initia-

tives to strengthen home ownership in

Ontario:

• An improved Land Transfer Tax (LTT)Rebate for first-time home buyers. OREAestimates that an improved LTT rebatewould save a first-time buyer of an averageresale home almost $1,500.

• A permanent Ontario Home RenovationTax Rebate. A renovation tax rebate wouldcreate jobs and curb the growth of theunderground economy.

• Reintroduce the Ontario Home EnergyEfficiency Retrofit Rebate program.Investments in home energy efficiency willhelp home owners cope with rising energycosts and curb greenhouse gas emissions.

Other survey highlights included:

• 94 per cent of Ontarians think that owninga home provides a healthy and stable envi-ronment for raising a family.

• 93 per cent of home owners want taxes onbuying a home lowered.

• 95 per cent of home owners think that thegovernment should provide incentives toreduce their energy costs.

• 94 per cent of homeowners believe that thegovernment should encourage home-reno-vation through tax credits.

• 48 per cent of Ontario homeowners believethat home repairs/maintenance are thehardest parts of home ownership.

The survey was conducted by Ipsos Reidfor OREA’s Home Ownership Matters cam-paign. For more information visit www.home-ownershipmatters.ca.

OREA represents 50,000 brokers andsalespeople who are members of the 42 realestate boards throughout the province.Members of the association may use the“REALTOR®” trademark, which identifiesthem as real estate professionals who sub-scribe to a high standard of ethics and service.

The findings of the Ipsos Reid online pollconducted February 23 to March 2, 2011among 1,519 Ontario adults can be obtainedfrom Ipsos Reid at http://www.ipsos-na.com/news/. A survey with an unweightedprobability sample of this size and a 100%response rate would have a margin of error of+/- 2.5 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.

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The Government of Canada has renewed the popular ecoENERGY Retrofit –Homes program. From June 6, 2011, until March 31, 2012, homeowners are eligi-ble to receive grants of up to $5,000 to make their homes more energy-efficient.Homeowners who participated in the program to date have saved 20 percent ontheir energy bills.

There are two important changes to the program. First, there is a requirementfor participants to register directly with the program before booking their evalua-tion. Second, homeowners will now be required to provide receipts to their energyadvisor at the time of the post-retrofit evaluation to confirm eligibility for the grant.

How to apply:The first step in the renewed ecoENERGY Retrofit – Homes program is to reg-

ister:• New participants - If you or a previous owner have not obtained an energy

evaluation of the property between April 1, 2007 and June 5, 2011.

• Past participants - Homeowners who participated in the program betweenApril 1, 2007 and June 5, 2011, and who did not receive the maximum amountof $5,000 can submit another application for improvements purchased andinstalled after June 6, 2011.

If you plan to apply for multiple properties, a form must be completed for eachone. If you are not sure which form to complete, follow the instructions on the reg-istration page.

Only products purchased on or after June 6, 2011, and installed after a pre-retrofit evaluation are eligible for an ecoENERGY grant. Funds are limited and allenergy retrofits and post-retrofit evaluations must be completed by March 31,2012. The homeowner must also sign the grant application by this date.

Ontario rebatesOntario homeowners can choose from a shopping list of renovation grants

from the Government of Canada:• Furnaces — high-efficiency gas or oil, up to $790

• Central air conditioners — replacement $250

• Hot water heaters — condensing gas $375

• Hot water heaters — tankless/instantaneous gas, condensing-type $375

• Boilers — high-efficiency gas or oil $750

• HRV — heat recovery ventilator $375

• Solar — hot water system $1,250

• Heat pumps — air-source heat pump which doubles as air conditioner $500

• Geothermal — ground- or water-source heat pumps which are energy-efficientheating and cooling systems up to $4,375

• Attic or roof — insulation up to $750

• Exterior wall — insulation up to $1,875

• Basement — insulation up to $1,250

• Crawl space — insulation up to $1,000

• Air sealing — for your home up to $430

• Windows & doors — $40 for each replacement unit

• Toilets — $65 for each low-flow replacement unit

For more information go to:

http://www.ecoaction.gc.ca/ecoenergy-ecoenergie/

ecoENERGY Retrofit –Homes Program

Whether you're 18, 26, or 52, weall have to move out of our parent'shouse eventually. Recently a colleagueof mine moved out of her father'shouse for the first time at 25 years old,and asked me what I thought she need-ed to get. I started listing off some ofthe main things, and then began tomake her a list. I'll start with the basics:

A bed — Not a mattress on thefloor - you'd be surprised to see moldgrowing under the mattress a fewmonths later.

A nightstand — Get one bigenough to hold what you need-books, adrink, alarm clock, a lamp, even a lap-top if you're a workaholic or Facebookaddict.

Someplace to put your clothes —whether it be in the closet, hangingshelves, a dresser, an 18th centurycherry wood armoire, or in bins, youneed someplace to keep them tidy.

A laundry basket — yes, men,you do need one, if only for transporta-tion purposes.

A mirror — to make sure you'rejust as pretty as you think you are.

Something to sit on — a couch, asofa, a beanbag, an inflatable chair, justsomething comfortable. Remember,you can always get a slipcover to givean ugly couch a cute face.

A coffee table and/or side tables— Consider something with drawersfor remote control and magazine stor-age. We had two Ikea Lack side tablespushed together as a coffee table forwell over a year...a cheap and easy fixfor $14!

Something to put your TV on —It's helpful to have some media storageas well so you don't have stacks ofSeinfeld DVDs lying around.

Lighting — floor lamps, tablelamps, ceiling lights, assess what yourplace needs and make sure it's well lit.

Dining table and chairs — thesetoo can be found second hand, anddon't worry if the chairs don'tmatch...just call it "eclectic."

A desk and chair — this isoptional but useful to keep a computeror laptop on, your mail organized.

Optional pieces — bookshelves,an entry table/entry hooks or coat rackfor keys and jackets, shelves to hangfor either books, media, knickknacksor whatever you wish to display, rugsto cozy up a room and bring color, art-work or interesting accessories to dec-orate, curtains to keep out nosy neigh-bors, keep your place warmer in winterand cooler in summer, and cover thosehideous vertical blinds, and in thekitchen if you need more counter topand storage space, a microwave cart orbuffet is always useful.

Finally, here's a list of some thingsthat might get overlooked:

Trash cans — kitchen, bathroom,and bedroom.

Cleaning supplies — vacuum,broom, dust pan, mop, bucket, Windex,paper towels, anti-bacterial cleaner,

scrub brush or sponge, toilet bowlcleaner and brush, duster, towels(kitchen, bath, hand, washcloths,cleaning cloths, etc.)

Shower CurtainToilet bowl scrubber & plunger Iron & Ironing board — if you

care about your appearanceSmoke / Carbon Monoxide

Detectors & Fire extinguisher — soyour mother can sleep soundly

Tool Box — you can buy a basicset just about anywhere. Make sure youhave essentials like a hammer, flatheadand philips screwdriver, measuringtape, level, nails and screws, and don'tforget some duct tape!)

For some of the most essentialkitchen things, here's what I use mostin my kitchen:

CoffeemakerA good sized skillet with a lid that

you can make just about everything inA 1.5 qt. and/or 3 qt saucepan A stockpot with a lidMixing bowlsFor utensils: wooden spoon(s),

spatula, slotted spoon, slotted turner,ladle, can opener, bottle opener, andtongs.

Oven mittsGlass or ceramic baking dishesCookie/muffin sheetsCutting boardKnives--a large chef's knife, a ser-

rated knife, and a small utility knife foreverything else

Measuring cups & spoonsDon't forget toilet paper, either.

Remember, it may be a bit expen-sive right at the get-go but you canalways plead to family and friends forold furniture and dishes, go bargainhunting, and once you have your basicsetup continue to add décor (make sureyou have dishes before you get thatamazing hand painted urn) as time andmoney allow.

That should be enough to help yousurvive your first week without order-ing out every night.

Good luck and here's to independ-ence and living on your own!

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