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Category Archives: Q&A
What is Twitter?
I came across this nice video about what is Twitter Follow me http://twitter.com/AskStevenSilva
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Tagged "Ask Steve", Ask Realtor Steve, Social Media, Twitter, Video
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What is Tarion? As seen in the December Snap South Simcoe Paper
Well it is official, I’m Published in the paper world too. My first article on What Is Tarion was printed in the December Paper of Snap South Simcoe. Here is the article: What is Tarion:
New Homes in Ontario basically fall under two categories. Homes built for personal use and homes built for sale to customers. Both must meet the Ontario Building Code but only new homes built for customers fall under the New Home Warranty Program. In 1976, a Private Corporation was established to protect the rights of new home builders and buyers; known today as the Tarion Warranty Corporation… Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Construction General, New Homes, Q&A, Real Estate
Tagged "Ask Steve", Ask Realtor Steve, AskRealtorSteve, New Home Warranty, Snap, South Simcoe, Tarion
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How to end a Tenancy Agreement
When the Tenant and Landlord agree to end a Tenancy, Use the N11 Form approved by the Landlord and Tenant Board. As a landlord, I have had my share of problems, I cannot stress how important it is to use … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Home Tips, Q&A, Real Estate
Tagged 416er, end a lease, get tenant out, Landlord Forms, N11, Rental Forms, Steven Silva, Terminate Tenancy
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Quick Tips for Keeping Your Home Cool During The Summer Heat
I write this during a heat wave here in Southern Ontario. Here are three quick tips to help feel cooler you more comfortable during this heat during the night. Close Your Bedroom Doors: Hot air rises and the cool air … Continue reading
Contractors “Green Book”
In the World of Construction the Green Book (also known as the Construction Bible) refers to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations. I’ve included a copy of just the Occupational Health and Safety Act here:
Competition Bureau misguided about MLS (April 30, 2010)
I found this excellent article by Mark Weisleder at yourhome.ca here. The article has been reproduced here for you to read. “SPECIAL TO THE STAR Buying a home is a lot different than buying an airline ticket. Yet if you … Continue reading
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Tagged 2010, April, Competition, Competition Bureau, MLS
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History of 32 Gothic
Gothic Heritage Estates – 32 Gothic Avenue In 1889, the second Mayor of the Town of West Toronto (George Johnston St. Leger) built his home at 32 Gothic Ave. This originally two-storey mansion on a hilltop overlooked the Grenadier Pond ravine (this … Continue reading
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Tagged 30 Gothic, 32 Gothic, Clandeboye, Dr. William McCormack, George Johnston St. Leger, Gothic Estates, Gothic Heritage Estates, Gothic Lofts, Grenadier Pond ravine, High Park Sanatarium, luxurious residential, St Leger, Strathcona Hospital, two-storey mansion
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What Construction Company Owners Should Ensure Their Foremen Have
Every Foreman or Supervisor should have a binder with information that relates to their company. I have provided a list of items that should be included in the binder. I will be adding links where you will find additional information … Continue reading
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Tagged "Ask Steve", 416er, Ask Realtor Steve, Companies, Construction, Contracting, Contractors, Foreman, Form 1000, Formen, Green Book, Health and Safey Program, OHSA, Ontario, OSHA, Realtor Steve, Safety, Safety Policy, Silva, Small Construction, Steven, Supervisor, Toronto, Training, WSIB
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