Jack’s Lemonade Stand gives children hope, encouragement and love

By goninblog | Published: May 14, 2012

Support children with brain disorders at the Hospital for Sick Children by coming to the sixth annual Jack’s Lemonade Stand at Pine Glen Park (1520 Pine Glen Road) in Oakville on May 26. The event runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with proceeds going to Jack’s Lemonade fund. Jack’s Lemonade fund at SickKids Foundation gives children HOPE by funding innovative research and treatment; provides ENCOURAGEMENT through a patient and family support network and offers LOVE by supporting patient care programs. Jack … Continue reading Jack’s Lemonade Stand gives children hope, encouragement and love

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Tips for Hosting a Successful Open House

By goninblog | Published: May 9, 2012

Open houses are a common fixture of today’s real estate market. Even though an open house may not result in the sale of your home, it will draw attention to your property. Here are SOME TIPS for making your open house a success PLUS check out the VIDEO BELOW: Make sure the house is clean and tidy Eliminate clutter and put personal belongings away – buyers want to visualize how the home will look with their items Leave room in the driveway and on … Continue reading Tips for Hosting a Successful Open House

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Team Gonin’s Partnership With RBC Benefits Clients

By goninblog | Published: May 8, 2012

If you are looking for a customized approach to the home buying process, Team Gonin can help. In addition to offering free personalized home buyer  workshops, the Team has partnered with RBC to offer its clients industry-leading market forecasts and easy access to mortgage specialists. In addition to discussing your real estate needs and property wish list, you can obtain mortgage approval on the spot, with Kristin Zerbisias, Mobile Mortgage Specialist with RBC Royal Bank.   What’s more, the home buyer … Continue reading Team Gonin’s Partnership With RBC Benefits Clients

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Do You Know the Basics of Home Security?

By goninblog | Published: May 6, 2012

Most people feel confident about the basics of home security. For example: Keep all doors locked. Have a light on in the house while away. Never hide a key outside in an obvious place, like under the mat. Yet, almost a million and a half properties get burglarized in North America each year. So how can you prevent that from happening to your home? Here are a few less known home security basics: Actually, never hide a key outside. Thieves … Continue reading Do You Know the Basics of Home Security?

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April 2012 Oakville, Milton and Burlington Ontario Real Estate Sales Results

By goninblog | Published: May 4, 2012

Here are the April 2012 residential real estate results for Oakville, Milton and Burlington Ontario. The Oakville, Milton & District Real Estate Board (OMDREB) posted 1,111 sales in April – up 15.7% from April 2011, while the Realtors Association of Hamilton Burlington (RAHB) reported 1442  sales virtually identical to the number sold last year (1446).  As expected, the number of sales was higher in April than in March this year. New listings were up over the same period on OMDREB … Continue reading April 2012 Oakville, Milton and Burlington Ontario Real Estate Sales Results

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Market Remains Tight With Sale Up In April

By goninblog | Published: May 4, 2012

The Greater Toronto Realtors reported strong results for the month of April.  Not only did the average sale price increase by more than 8.5%, to $517,556, but there were 10,350 transactions in the month -up 18% when compared to the same time period last year. “Interest in single-detached homes has been very high, both in the City of Toronto and surrounding regions. Growth in single-detached listings has not kept up with demand, which means competition between buyers in this market segment increased. With … Continue reading Market Remains Tight With Sale Up In April

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Eliminating the home selling (and buying) jitters

By goninblog | Published: May 3, 2012

Selling your property and buying a new home can be a potentially  intimidating experience… so much so that these jitters may even prevent some people from making a move! It doesn’t have to be that way.  A big part of the stress of selling and buying comes from not understanding the process or having unanswered questions. You might worry about how the state of the market will affect the value of your purchase over the long term or what you would do if you … Continue reading Eliminating the home selling (and buying) jitters

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Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre Garage Sale

By goninblog | Published: May 1, 2012

Come out and join Team Gonin at the Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre’s Annual Garage Sale Saturday, May 5th Oak Park Sales Centre, 215 Glenashton Drive 7:30 am – 12 noon Pancake Breakfast Sponsored by TEAM GONIN, plus enjoy wagon rides and bake sale too. All proceeds raised go towards covering program costs at the Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre. The Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre began many years ago by 6 woman as Oak Park Mom and Tots. The centre recently changed it’s … Continue reading Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre Garage Sale

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Discover the architecturally distinct community of Oak Park

By goninblog | Published: April 30, 2012

Oak Park is a 200-acre architecturally unique neighbourhood in north Oakville’s uptown core featuring Victoria and Georgian style homes built by Tribute Homes. Front porches, pedestrian-friendly streetscapes and garages located in rear laneways are some notable characteristics of the residences in this award-winning community. In addition to an 11-acre park, Oak Park features a Lake, retail and office space as well as senior housing, daycare centres and recreation facilities making it an excellent location to raise a family. Oak  Park … Continue reading Discover the architecturally distinct community of Oak Park

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Landscaping adds visual interest and character to your home

By goninblog | Published: April 27, 2012

A home with curb appeal stands out from the rest of the houses on the street for a variety of reasons. In the last article, we learned how the effective use of colour can enhance curb appeal. Below are tips to boost the visual impact of your home with landscaping:  Define a walkway with stepping-stones A brick path surrounded by an over-grown monochromatic garden is a simple but elegant touch. A rose- or clematis-covered arbour/pergola gives your yard a stylish … Continue reading Landscaping adds visual interest and character to your home

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