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I DON'T HATE TAYLOR SWIFT I don't hate Taylor Swift, I just didn't really like her ( or get her ). That said, she's managed to insert herself into my consciousness as of late, and not because of her music, but rather because of her life choices and off-record commentaries & actions. She's proven to me to be a smart, capable and kind person willing to be real and even admit her mistakes ( here )...not to mention, of course, being talented, beautiful, wildly successful and then some. From her numerous guest appearances on Ellen ( here - the last interview in full on 18 May 2019 ) to her Vogue video with bestie Karlie Kloss ( here ) to her most recent single " YOU NEED TO CALM DOWN " ( see below ) from her forthcoming seventh album ( 7 albums by the age of 29 - not bad ), it's accumulatively had a positive impact. About a year ago I started noticing Ms Swift's sudden calculated involvement in gay people's lives to an extreme. Suddenly...

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The Guide For First-Time Home Buyers Buying a first new home is a big step in anyone's life and the process can initially seem like an extremely daunting task. With all of the information available, advice to be learned from and realtors to choose from, it can certainly seem like an insurmountable mountain of information. While that may initially be true, there are some steps that you can take that will help you cut through all of that and avoid information overload. The new home buying process is an exciting one and while there are certainly many things to think about, they shouldn't detract from the experience. Use The Web Online resources, much like this site, can help you do a great amount of research into a home or area without ever leaving the comfort of your favorite chair. No matter what area you're looking to purchase real estate in, there are undoubtedly many online resources concerning that area. Everything from county governments to local realtors prov...

Luxury Décor Home Ideas MAY 22, 2019  | What embodies a luxurious home? A home that is beautiful to look at, incredibly functional and opulent all at once. This combination is not always easily achieved, but with the help from this collection of luxury décor home ideas you can transform any home into the most lavish one in the neighbourhood. Smart Home Technology Anything that can make your home life more automated is a must-have in a luxurious home. Having a smart thermostat that is programmable by phone is great for the environment as well as the aesthetic of your home. Pair it with smart lightbulbs throughout the home so you have the perfect balance of light in your room no matter what. Other smart home technology to include are smart appliances (fridges that will tell you when you are running low on milk, washing machines that let you pop in a forgotten shirt) and a smart speaker to connect everything to your voice for the times you can’t find your phone. Out...

Globe and Mail: Toronto Housing Market Looks to be Thawing in May MAY 17, 2019  | IN THE PRESS Carolyn Ireland Globe and Mail Published May 16, 2019 Real estate agent Elli Davis of Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd. is seeing a surge in properties for sale in Toronto in May. After a slow start to the year, the real estate market is picking up. Ms. Davis has listed six properties for sale in the past week. One reason for the shift, she says, is that some baby boomers who spend their winter down south are now back in town and preparing to sell their large family homes in favour of smaller houses and condos. “ I think you’re going to see a lot of new listings in May, ” she says. “ The snowbirds are back .” Ms. Davis typically specializes in midtown Toronto, with listings for houses and condo units in the central core between Bloor Street and Eglinton Avenue. But with listings scarce in recent months, she has taken on a new property in the Beaches and during ...

Toronto Real Estate Board's MARKET WATCH - April 2019

85 BURROWS AVENUE, TORONTO 85 BURROWS AVENUE, TORONTO,  ON  M9B 4X2 ASKING $ 2,488,000 Property Details List Price:  $2,488,000 Taxes:  $8,665.12 (2018) Lot Size:  45 ft x 112 ft Bedrooms:  4 +1 Washrooms:  5 Basement:  Finished Heating:  Forced Air / Gas Cooling:  Central Air Drive:  Private Double Drive Square Footage:  Approx. 3,070 Sq Ft + 1,440 Sq Ft Finished Lower Level Parking:  Built-In Garage + 2 Spaces in Drive Possession Date:  90 Days or To Be Arranged Property Description Custom Built Home Exudes Timeless Elegance And Functional Design! Situated On A 45 x 112 Ft. Lot On A Tree Lined Family-Friendly Street, This 4 + 1 Bedroom/5 Bath Home Boasts Approximately 3,070 Sq.Ft + 1,440 Sq.Ft. Finished Lower Level. Formal Living Room With Beautiful Millwork, Stunning Kitchen With Centre Island, Thermador Appliances, But...