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Dan Cooper launches new homes and lifestyle magazine

Friday, May 6th, 2011 by Dan Cooper

Lakeshore Living Magazine cover

Some of you will have received my new magazine Lakeshore Living, a publication about fine homes and fine living. Our area is one of the most desirable locations in the country and Lakeshore Living explores some of the secrets that make this a great community.

The magazine allows us to feature exciting homes, spectacular interiors and some of the most talented professionals in our midst. I have been selling real estate in the Oakville and Burlington areas for more than 20 years and I am constantly amazed and energized by the creative people I have the pleasure of meeting. Their passion is inspiring and so I wanted to launch this magazine as a means of telling their stories, to introduce you to some of the influential and talented people who work and live in our community.

Our area has some of the most beautiful homes in the country and I’m excited by the prospect of giving you a peak into these gorgeous properties. While 30,000 of the printed magazine were delivered by Canada Post through south Mississauga, Oakville and Burlington, you can now view it online on my website www.dancooper.com.

Using the latest technology, this click-through online publication is one more example of how I am maximizing traditional and electronic marketing vehicles to sell homes. In addition to taking prime locations in carefully selected publications, I have maximized use of the web by posting our listings on dozens of websites and creating www.dancoopertv.com and the Dan Cooper Real Estate Series on www.dailywebtv.com. Posting Lakeshore Living online is just another example of the innovative and proactive approach by The Dan Cooper Team.

In our inaugural issue we feature beautiful new exquisite multi-unit and condominium developments by Matas Homes, award-winning luxury developments in south-west Oakville by HUSH and a stunning interior design feature by Regina Sturrock Design, one of the area’s best known designers. There are also five pages of luxury home listings.

And last, but not least, a feature on Ron MacLean of Hockey Night in Canada as we spent a day with him as he visited some of his favourite shops in Oakville.

I encourage you to visit my website to check out this new publication, I think you will like what you see.

And while you are on my site, take a look at some of the great homes we have listed. Spring has finally arrived and if you have thoughts of moving, there is no time like the present to browse some of the tremendous investment opportunities that are available today.

Sales have been soft in the past few weeks, mostly due to the dreary weather, according to the Oakville, Milton and District Real Estate Board. In their May release President Jack McCrudden said, “The unusually rainy spring has slowed the usual increase in listing, but the higher prices and good weather should bring more sellers into the market next month. Meanwhile, buyers attracted by historically low interest rates remain enthusiastic about homeownership, so spring could see in upswing in sales.”

If you are planning to sell or buy, turn to The Dan Cooper Team. We’re ready to help you with all your real estate needs.

Dan Cooper is an award-winning Broker with Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage – the Number 1 Royal LePage Team for Canada in 2009. He can be reached at 905.338.3737, direct line at 905.849.3303 or through his innovative and interactive website at DanCooper.com. Be sure to catch the Dan Cooper Real Estate Series on DailyWebTV.com. For his free booklet How To Sell Your House For Top Dollar – Fast! or his Guide to Oakville Real Estate, please call The Dan Cooper Team.

Posted in Burlington, Burlington Real Estate, HUSH Homes, Lakeshore Living Magazine, Luxury Homes, Magazine Publications, Marketing, Matas Homes, Milton, Oakville, Oakville Real Estate, Regina Sturrock Design | No Comments »

The power of teamwork provides one-stop real estate shopping

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 by Dan Cooper

One of the many benefits I bring to my clients is the convenience of being able to take care of all their needs. My association with professionals from all across the real estate spectrum allows me to assemble a team of experts to handle mortgages, legal matters, home staging, cleaning services and moving services to name a few.

Convenience and trust are important ingredients in reducing the stress of selling your home or purchasing a new home. Real estate is one of your biggest investments and ensuring you receive top dollar, sound advice and service that is professional and courteous are paramount to providing you with peace of mind.

For example, Kathy Wood of Divine Redesign (www.divine-redesign.com) is a very talented stager who can transform your home to potentially add thousands of dollars to its value. First impressions account for so much and Kathy has helped many of my clients stage their homes to make a great first impression. Her secret is her ability to bring a signature warmth, personal approach and use of a variety of innovative materials and furnishings to turn your home into a stunning showcase.

Next to staging, there is nothing more important than a clean, fresh looking home. A coat of paint does wonders, but so does a simple thing like cleaning the carpets. Soiled and worn carpets will leave an odour that is difficult to mask, but a good cleaning will bring the room back to life. Action ChemDry (www.finestcarpetcleaning.ca) has been an important partner in helping the Dan Cooper Team put our clients’ homes in the best possible light.

Getting the best mortgage takes market know-how and a good relationship with various lending institutions. For more than 20 years, Jim Panasiuk of The Mortgage Department Corporation (www.themortgagedepartmentcorp.com) has been serving the financial needs of people in the area; efficiently guiding them through the process and negotiating deals that suit their needs best.

Many of us may have a lawyer in the family, as a friend or know of a lawyer. But are they a real estate lawyer? When dealing with real estate, it is advisable to work with an expert. Bob Rose (www.oakvillerealestatelaw.com) deals exclusively in real estate law and is on the forefront with leading-edge electronic processing, allowing you to take possession as early as possible. He has been a tremendous help in giving our clients peace of mind.

Even if you have an insurance provider, it never hurts to shop around. My association with Joseph Bardaro of the Co-operators (www.cooperators.ca) has been providing clients with expert insurance and financial advice for more than 20 years. His honest, straight-talking guidance has never been more valued than during these past two challenging years.

When it comes to moving, I trust the people at Rawlinson Moving and Storage, an agent of Allied Van Lines, in Mississauga (www.rawlinsonmoving.com). And for peace of mind, it is advisable to hire a home inspector to ensure the home you are purchasing is sound and clear of serious defects. For that, I recommend my clients speak with Lloyd Warr at HouseMaster in Waterdown (www.housemaster.com).

And whether you are buying or selling a home, another option to resale is a custom-built home. I have a working relationship with some of the best builders in the area – PCM, Prince Bay, Markay, Hallmark and HUSH to name a few – and can help you build your dream home. When it comes to designing that dream home, I can help with that as well. One of the area’s favourite architects is Gren Weis who has been a prolific designer in the Oakville area for years.

These are just a few of my preferred partners. For a full list go to www.DanCooper.com. We are not merely in the business of selling homes – we are providing full service packages to ensure all your needs are met in a competent, professional and friendly manner.

Dan Cooper is an award winning Broker with Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage – the Number 1 Royal LePage Team for Canada in 2009. He can be reached at 905.338.3737, direct line at 905.849.3303 or through his innovative and interactive website at DanCooper.com. Be sure to catch the Dan Cooper Real Estate Series on DailyWebTV.com. For his free booklet How To Sell Your House For Top Dollar – Fast! or his Guide to Oakville Real Estate, please call the Dan Cooper Team.

Posted in Action ChemDry, Bob Rose - Real Estate Lawyer, Burlington Real Estate, Co-operators, Divine Redesign, Gren Weis - Architect, HUSH Homes, Hallmark, HouseMaster, Markay, Oakville Real Estate, PCM, Partners, Prince Bay Luxury Homes, Rawlinson Moving and Storage, Real Estate, The Mortgage Department Corporation | No Comments »

HUSH a finalist in prestigious builder awards for Oakville homes

Thursday, August 26th, 2010 by Dan Cooper

Featured in the photo are President and CEO of Hush Homes Naheel Suleman with Dan Cooper.

Congratulations to HUSH on its nominations for Project of the Year and Most Outstanding Production Home (two-storey, 2,500 square feet and over) for two of its developments in South-West Oakville. The Ontario Home Builders’ Association’s Awards of Distinction are major awards in which builders all across Ontario compete. Simply becoming a finalist is a significant feat. I’ve written in the past about HUSH’s two special enclaves of new homes that recently went on sale that offer French and English inspired designs, and some very unique features and homeownership packages.

Being nominated in the OHBA’s Awards of Distinction is just proof that these developments are something special for Oakville and area. HUSH is nominated for Project of the Year for both the Avalon and The Gardens at Coronation locations. In the Most Outstanding Production Built Home category, this exceptional builder has two home designs nominated – the Aubergine Palais and Lily of the Valley. Avalon in South-West Oakville includes 12 French inspired homes that are conveniently located on Lakeshore Road West, close to downtown Oakville and Appleby College. At Avalon, you can experience the city living of shopping and dining without sacrificing a private home environment. This is where you will find the Aubergine Palais.

The Gardens of Coronation feature 14 English-style homes that are steps away from Coronation Park and Lake Ontario. Some lots here have been designed to allow for a third-storey loft where you can enjoy spectacular views of the park and lake. And this is where the award-nominated Lily of the Valley will be built. While these homes are nominated in the Most Outstanding Production Home, HUSH is not your typical production builder. For example, the bungalows in each location can be completely customized to your liking, right down to the floor plan. And like all HUSH projects, these homes are loaded with top quality products and materials – hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, Wolf and Sub-Zero gourmet appliances, granite countertops, marble, and high-end fixtures by Kohler just to name a few of the luxury appointments that are standard in all HUSH homes.

HUSH builds their homes to exceed Energy Star standards and provides an extensive “green” package that offers additional solutions such as solar power and geothermal heating and cooling so you can make your home as energy-efficient and eco-friendly as you want. With homes ranging from 1,800 to 4,000 square feet, loaded with high-end products, quality construction and high energy efficiency, HUSH is offering a carefree lifestyle and a superbly maintained residence for as long as you own the property. The quality of these homes and the attention they are receiving from qualified judges for the OHBA’s Awards of Distinction is a testament to the great real estate investment opportunities that exist in the Oakville and Burlington areas.

If you are in the market for a true dream home in a spectacular location, you must check out these new homes by HUSH. To see what makes HUSH an award-winning builder, I encourage you to visit the presentation centre at 417 Lakeshore Road West. Visitation is by appointment during the week and open houses from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, or register at HUSH.CA. Or give my office a call and we will be glad to help you make the ideal selection – to optimize your enjoyment and investment. And good luck HUSH on September 21 when the OHBA announces the winners.

Dan Cooper is an award winning Broker with Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage – the Number 1 Royal LePage Team for Canada in 2009. He can be reached at 905.338.3737, direct line at 905.849.3303 or through his innovative and interactive website at DanCooper.com. Be sure to catch the Dan Cooper Real Estate Series on DailyWebTV.com. For his free booklet How To Sell Your House For Top Dollar – Fast! or his Guide to Oakville Real Estate, please call the Dan Cooper Team.

Posted in Green Home, HUSH Homes, Oakville, Oakville Real Estate, Ontario Home Builders’ Association’s Awards of Distinction | No Comments »