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The Holidays are coming early @hershcondos. To close out the year I have exclusive access to units in 5 amazing developments around the GTA at an astounding 5% DOWN!!! Rise at Lakeshore, Port Credit Capital City Towns, 9560 Islington, Toronto Charisma 2 on the Park, 8960 Jane Street, Vaughan... 330 Richmond, Toronto 875 Queen St. East, Toronto DM me for more details.

Do I need a pre-approved mortgage before looking for a home? Yes, here's why... -It will save you time in the long-run -You'll only look at the homes you can afford. -You'll be more informed regarding budgeting; monthly mortgage payments and down payment.... -Sellers may take your offer more seriously, and give you more negotiation power. -You will be able to lock in on a mortgage rate in case the rates during your home search go up. For more information on the pre-approval process click here: https://joanhingking.com/mortgage-pre-approval

The best thing about Oakville... boats, boats and more boats. Am I right?

Why do you attend an open house? Your interested in buying that house right? Not necessarily. Attending an open house can help you assess and narrow down the features you need and want in a home. You will learn what is available in your price range. And, it can give you fresh ideas to start you on the path to renovate your existing home. ... Is there a down side to attending an open house?

The phones are ringing and the excitement is building for the Charisma2 VIP Condo Event on Sat., Nov 16th @ 11 am. To RSVP or for more information [email protected]

What questions should you ask during an open house? For a free comprehensive checklist for assessing a home and asking the important questions https://joanhingking.com//20191112233434-Open-House--Check

Charisma2 VIP Condo Event Sat., Nov. 16th @11am Charisma2 South Tower is one of the most anticipated condo releases in 2019! As a VIP pre-construction agent, I receive exclusive incentives and access to secure suites for my clients before other agents and the general public. DM me or contact me for price list, floor plans, and full details. This one is going to sell fast!

Keeping you in front of pre-construction deals. For more information www.joanhingking.com

20/Twenty Towns is coming to Mississauga. 3-storey 2-3 bedroom townhomes. Ideal for couples, young families, busy professionals, and empty nesters. For more information https://joanhingking.com/20twenty-towns

Should I Renovate My Home? Find out which renovations will make you happy to stay in your home and which to attract the attention of buyers. Spoiler Alert - Kitchen renovations top the list for both.... For more https://joanhingking.com/should-i-renovate-my-home

What Makes Oakville Great? Feel free to add your reasons in the comments. And check out my blog for more https://joanhingking.com/what-makes-oakville-great

Remodeling your home can be very complex, stressful and expensive. Prior planning is essential to surviving the tasks. Check out my blog for a remodeling survival guide https://joanhingking.com/remodeling-your-home--survival-tips

Focus on Kiva - A non-profit organization helping women around the world through lending to alleviate poverty. Access to finance is a huge challenge for female entrepreneurs across the world. Two-thirds of the world’s unbanked populations are womenthat makes for one billion women who do not have access to credit or financing options. Kiva provides a platform for individuals and organizations to lend to underserved communities. Financial inclusion is critical to gender equal...ity, which is why more than 80% of Kiva loans are provided to women around the world, says Neville Crawley, Chief Executive Officer of Kiva. To become a lender or obtain more information: https://joanhingking.com/focus-on-kiva

You are invited to a VIP Condo event Oct. 10th, 4-8 pm at 4880 Valera Rd., Burlington ON L7M 0H4 RSVP to [email protected]

Forest Grove Condominiums are coming to Burlington, ON. Great location and amenities. Welcome to 4880 Valera Rd., Burlington. For more information https://joanhingking.com/forest-grove-condominiums

Great ideas for remodeling your home

Help for Separated, Divorced and New Home Buyers You are considered a first-time homebuyer if: -You have never purchased a home before or -You have recently experienced a breakdown of a marriage or common-law partnership or -You did not occupy a home that you or your current spouse or common-law partner owned in the last 4 years or... -One individual in the couple has never owned a home The Government of Canada has 2 programs aimed at helping you afford a home: The First-Time Home Buyer Incentive and the Home Buyers' Plan. For more information: https://joanhingking.com/help-for-separated--divorced-and-n

What is the dirtiest item found in the home? I'll give you a hint - it's in the kitchen. Give it a guess... For a list of grungy culprits check out my blog: https://joanhingking.com/what-are-the-dirtiest-items-found-

What Makes Burlington Great? It's right on the lake for boating or paddleboarding The beautiful sandy beach at Burlington Beach for walking, volleyball and morning yoga Lots of festivals like the Kite Festival, Children's Festival and RibFest... Green Space galore; like Spencer Smith Park, Bronte Creek and the Niagara Escarpment...... It's close to everything; Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara Falls... Do you have any suggestions? See more

Monza Condos - Inspired Living in Toronto Pre-Construction Opportunity Contact Joan for more info [email protected]

While we still have a few warm days until the official start of fall it is time to think about our household seasonal chores list. Sorry! For a detailed list of duties click here: https://joanhingking.com/fall-clean-up

Why is Canada a GREAT place to live?

My new favourite window covering: top down / bottom up shades. The top can be lowered to let light in preserving privacy. Great for the 2nd floor!

Having fun at the Toronto International BuskerFest this weekend!

End the last day of August with fireworks at Queen Victoria Park, in front of the American Falls and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. The show starts at 10 pm.

One sees great things from the valley; only small things from the peak. Gilbert K. Chesterton Photo by: Sylvie E. Sharpe

First-Time Home Buyers Can Apply for Incentive Program in 5 Days The Federal government's incentive for first-time homebuyers will accept applications starting next Monday, Sept. 2, 2019. This incentive aims to help first-time homebuyers without adding to their financial burdens. There are no additional monthly payments. Participants must meet minimum insured mortgage down payment requirements.... For more check out my blog here: https://joanhingking.com/the-first-time-home-buyer-incentiv

Construction property coming soon to St. Clair West Village, Toronto

What Canada is all About: AFRO-CARIB FEST Celebrating diversity Aug. 24 12 pm - Aug. 25 9 pm Albert Campbell Square, Scarborough Civic Centre... 150 Borough Drive, Scarborough, ON M1P 4N7 UKRAINIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY 2019 AUGUST 24, 2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Centennial Park 256 Centennial Park Rd., Toronto ON, M9C 5N3 TAMIL FEST 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Markham Road and McNicoll Avenue, Toronto Toronto CHOW FEST Come lime with us at Kalypso Hut 12:00 PM 8:00 PM 1455 Britannia Road East, Mississauga 13th Annual GRENADA DAY 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Toronto JAPAN FESTIVAL 2019 12:00 PM - 11:59 PM Celebration Square 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga KOREAN HARVEST FESTIVAL 12PM - 10PM Mel Lastman Square 5100 Yonge St, Toronto TASTE OF ITALY 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Canada's Wonderland 1 Canada's Wonderland Dr., Vaughan

Moving with Pets Even if a pet is even tempered and relaxed most of the time, a major change such as moving can temporarily change their personality. Try to minimize their exposure to the chaos of moving by planning for your pet before packing and moving day. And pay more attention to reassure them along the way. From your pet’s perspective, moving day is filled with strange noises, unfamiliar voices and some commotion, Ms. Salerno... For advice on moving with pets check out my blog here: https://joanhingking.com/moving-with-pets

Sweet Saturday!

Getting refreshed in Bronte Creek at Lowville Park, Burlington 6207 Lowville Park Road Photos by: Sylvie E. Sharpe

I will remember Bianca Andreescu for her compassion more than for winning the Roger's Cup.

There are some good people out there.

I told you this weekend was going to the dogs! These are not so furry but they need families. Grand River Raceway, 7445 Wellington County Rd. 21, Elora, ON For more info http://www.hugsforhounds2.ca/

This weekend is going to the dogs! A great time to choose a new furry friend. Saturday, Aug. 10, 9 am to 4 pm at Woodbine Park - 1695 Queen Street East, Toronto For more information https://festivalstoronto.com/events/paws-in-the-park/

The Sounds of Summer Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Milton is happening Saturday, August 10! https://downtownmilton.com/event/sidewalk-sale/

This looks so nice!

They started as neighbours and ended as friends. Anywhere, ON Photo by Sylvie E. Sharpe

This just in...

Investor-driven condos forecasted to fill housing gap through 2021 "In higher urban markets, condos should remain a viable investment vehicle because there are a lot of people coming in who will need a roof over their heads" said Central 1's regional economist, Edgard Navarrete.

I found this video regarding making earwig traps very useful and hope it will help someone else as well. If you have any pest management tips to share please include them in the comments or send via e-mail. I am compiling pest management tips for my blog. Here is a link: https://joanhingking.com/real-estate-blog

It's a great weekend for activities! The Festival of Friends is being held at Gage Park in Hamilton.

Its a busy weekend with lots of great activities! Check out the Festival of Friends in Hamilton at Gage Park.

Celebrating Canal days all weekend in Port Colborne. If your in the area come check it out.

I first saw David Wilcox in concert in Bala, Ontario over 20 years ago. It was a great "summer" concert. I am looking forward to seeing him again tonight in Port Colborne. I feel young again! H H Knol Lakeview Park 258 Sugarloaf St.. Port Colborne, ON L3K 2N7

Bald eagle from Mountsberg Raptor Centre in Campbellville. Mounstberg is the family friendly epicentre of Halton Parks. A great place to spend your day! Please let me know if you go. 2259 Milburough Line, Campbellville, ON L0P 1B0 https://www.conservationhalton.ca/mountsbergraptorcentre... Photo take by Sylvie E. Sharpe

Canadian millennials want to date those with similar home dreams. Are you one of them? Canadian millennials hoping to find a match on a dating app should clearly state their financial and homeownership goals.... For more click here: http://ow.ly/Mr7O50vbAHK

Where can blacklegged deer ticks be found? 1- wooded areas 2- your backyard 3- both... See the bottom of my blog: Deer Ticks and Lyme Disease - How to protect your family and pets for the answer. https://joanhingking.com/deer-ticks-and-lyme-disease

Hilton Falls Conservation Area is open 8:30 am - 9 pm. Great for a hike then relax and watch the water. Don't you feel better? Photo taken by Sylvie E Sharpe

Bees, Wasps, Yellow Jackets and Hornets Prevention and Control They are all considered pollinators and very important for the environment and our survival. So a live and let live attitude would be preferred when dealing with them. Click here for tips: https://joanhingking.com/bees-wasps-yellow-jackets-and-horn

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Beaches Jazz Festival: Weekend Series This weekend, July 19-21 For more information: https://jazz.fm/live-/beaches-jazz-festival-weekend-series/

Overlooking Milton from Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area. What a view! Photo taken by Sylvie E Sharpe.

Hoping to see you in Hamilton this Sunday, July 21st at the Open House from 2-4 pm. Click on the image for a virtual tour.