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July 2010
Welcome to our newsletter for July 2010!

It has been a busy summer in and around our great city. The Honda Indy was a popular success, Caribana continues until August 1st, Free Movies at Harbourfront Centre and Outdoor Theatres are sure to please both residents and tourists alike. We hope you are all enjoying the wonderful sunshine.
 
If you've been considering purchasing an investment property or looking to move into a new condominium in three years or so we have priority access to units in DNA3 (King and Shaw), which won't be offered to the open public until this fall.

Have a great summer,

Marina and Mark
DNA3 Units Released!

King/Shaw

Marina and Mark are happy to say that we have purchased the south east corner on the 10th floor in Tower A. This unit is a 2 bedroom, 2 washroom unit at 690 sq.ft. and has a wonderful balcony.

DNA3 will not be opening to the public until the fall so this is a great opportunity for our clients to purchase before prices increase. We are an exclusive agent to DNA3 so we can introduce you to the project before the public has access to purchase. Call us today for unit availability and prices.
Mark Carney hikes rates, but cuts outlook



The Bank of Canada Tuesday raised its benchmark lending rate for the second consecutive month while cutting its forecast for economic growth this year and next as austerity measures in Europe and economic fits and starts in the United States make for a slower global recovery and a "more gradual" Canadian rebound.

In the statement on their decision to lift the overnight rate by one-quarter of a percentage point to a still low 0.75 per cent, Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney and his rate-setting panel reiterated that future moves will depend on developments around the world and, in turn, how they may impact Canada's export-heavy economy.

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A Dream in High Park:
Romeo and Juliet
   


Until September 25, the Canadian Stage TD Dream in High Park 2010 presents Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers and feuding families directed by Dora Award-winner Vikki Anderson.

Performances are from Tuesday to Sunday at 8pm. Admission is 'pay what you can', but the suggested minimum donation is $20.

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Boxing moves, made easier
   


Enough with the cardboard already.

That loathsome task of digging up boxes to move from a house or office can be a distant memory, thanks to some GTA companies making packing easier and more eco-friendly.

You can also forget about buying them, assembling them, dealing with packing tape and getting rid of them afterwards.

"People move every day and cardboard boxes are not the best technology for that application," says Philip Harbut, an owner of Frogbox, a company that rents plastic boxes that have many strengths, besides durability.

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Market News
   
Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 2,790 sales through the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) during the first two weeks of July 2010. This represented a 37 per cent decrease compared to the 4,437 sales recorded during the same period in 2009. New listings decreased by eight per cent annually to 5,184.
 
"Last summer existing home sales spiked well above the expected long-term trend. Sales were also unseasonably high during the first four months of this year," said Toronto Real Estate Board President Bill Johnston. "Transactions will be down year over-year in the second half of 2010 as the level of sales balances out."
 
"With year-to-date sales up by more than 18 per cent compared to last year, we continue to look forward to one of the best years on record under the current TREB trading area," continued Johnston.

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For Sale: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
8026 Kipling Avenue #221


Sun-Drenched 2 Bedroom, 2 Washroom Unit At The Highlands Of Woodbridge Boasts An Excellent Split Bedroom Floor Plan That Is Both Spacious And Functional. Siena B Model Is 1000 Sq.Ft. Plus 165 Sq.Ft. East Facing Terrace. Prime Downtown Woodbridge Location Is Steps To Market Lane. Kitchen Features Breakfast Bar And Lots Of Cupboards. Large Laundry Room, Both Bathrooms Have Oversized Shower Stalls. Parking Included. Locker Room Close To Unit.

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For Sale: 1 Bed/1 Bath with Great View!
260 Queens Quay West #2003



Spacious And Bright Waterfront Condo, 1 Bedroom Plus Solarium With Wonderful Unobstructed South West Views Of The Lake And Rogers Centre. Formal Diningroom Suits Large Dining Set. Upgrades Include Flooring, Some Appliances And Bathroom. Move-In Condition. Very Well Priced At Under $400 Per Square Foot. Rental Parking Space for $165 per month.

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Rental Corner
637 Lakeshore Blvd. W. #210


We found this great unit for our client!

Sought After Tip Top Tailor Loft In The Original Building With Magnificient 13 Foot Ceilings. Most Desirable West Facing Unit With Views Of Park And Yacht Club. Very Spacious And Upgraded 1 Bedroom Plus Den With Granite Countertops And Stainless Steel Appliances. Large Washroom With Separate Tub, Shower And His/Her Sinks. Perfect For Young Professionals!
Sold! 2 Bedroom/2 Baths
330 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W. #408

sold!
Tridel's Luxurious Ultra Ovation. New Unit, Never Lived In. Split 2 Bedroom Plan Has 2 Full Washrooms, Laminate Flooring, Granite Countertops, Spacious Balcony And Parking. Dark Chocolate Cabinetry In Kitchen (Includes Centre Island) And Bathrooms (Feature Locking Medicine Drawers). Across From Square One, Living Arts Centre.

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Sold! Home by Trinity Bellwoods Park
160 Bellwoods Avenue

sold!

We found this home for our lucky buyer!

Opportunity To Live In Sought After Trinity Bellwoods,Queen W Neighbourhood. Minutes to Shops, Boutiques, Restaurants, Walk To Trinity-Bellwoods Park W/Baseball Diamonds, Tennis Crts & Trinity Community Centre W/Pools, Gym, Running Track, Exercise Facilities, Close To Sch, Library, Hospital, Supermkt, Ttc & Trendy Little Italy.
Urbanlife 2.0

Urbanlife Realty has joined the social media revolution!

You can now follow us on Facebook and Twitter, where we'll be posting up-to-date information on the housing market, mortgage rates and happenings in West Queen West, Liberty Village and King West!

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