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Your Home. Your Future. Guided By Ali.

Helping you find the perfect property or build your dream space, from legal basement apartments to custom ADUs, Ali is your trusted real estate advisor who will take you from start to finish.
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Ali Tcheshmejoui

Salesperson, Team Leader HomesByAli
Royal LePage Peaceland Realty

Ali is a seasoned award-winning Toronto realtor offering over 15 years of experience in the real estate and development/construction industry. Ali is known for his excellent communication skills, work ethic, market knowledge, and distinctive negotiation skills. He also has experience in residential construction, including; remodeling, renovations, property management, and Accessory Dwelling Unit’s (ADU’s), which lets him guide clients on both the real estate and building sides of a purchase.

Ali has become a trusted name in the industry and his reputation precedes him due to his excellent communication skills and ability to make long lasting relationships with his clients. He takes time to understand clients needs and provides tailored advice to reach their goals through carefully planning and execution.

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Professional Services

Ali offers services for both buyers and sellers. Learn more below

Services for buyers

Multiple consultation meetings to find out all of your requirements, timelines, and objectives

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Discover and reveal all costs associated with purchasing a home, including land transfer tax, closing costs, rental items, etc. This will ensure you don’t over extend yourself and find your forever home.

Determine the right budget while carefully analyzing the supply, demand and market conditions.

Analyze neighborhoods and finding the best location and property that’s suitable to your requirements.

Start the search and visit properties until we find the right home.

Using all of our expertise and negotiation strategies to ensure appropriate conditions are met, i.e. financing & home inspections.

Assist and accompany you for next steps until closing day.

Connect you with reputable trades and contractors where needed.

Services for sellers

Analyzes and discuss current market conditions and comparable solds and current properties on the market.

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Analyze and discuss current market conditions and comparable solds.

Provide professional advice and guidance with respect to pricing your home.

Draw an appropriate marketing strategy for your home.Timing and planning is crucial from the onset to obtain Top Dollar.

Showcasing your property with an exceptional full HD photo/virtual tour, including a professional floor plan & measurements of your home.

(4k videography/photography, aerial drone photo/video where needed, 3d floor plan and custom virtual tour link and website)

Marketing globally and effectively by using all social media tools; such as wechat, facebook/Instagram/YouTube, etc.

Back to back open houses.

Professional help to prep, stage and and get your home sold for Top Dollar.

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21 Don Hadden Crescent Sunderland Ontario 21 Don Hadden Crescent Sunderland Ontario
21 Don Hadden Crescent

Brock (Sunderland), Ontario L0C 1H0

$975,000
59 SHELBURNE AVENUE Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z0J4 59 SHELBURNE AVENUE Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z0J4
59 Shelburne Avenue

Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z0J4

$2,200/Monthly
412 - 1 CHEF LANE Barrie, Ontario L4N0H7 412 - 1 CHEF LANE Barrie, Ontario L4N0H7
412-1 Chef Lane

Barrie, Ontario L4N 0H7

$539,900
21 Don Hadden Crescent Sunderland Ontario 21 Don Hadden Crescent Sunderland Ontario
21 Don Hadden Crescent

Brock (Sunderland), Ontario L0C 1H0

$975,000
59 SHELBURNE AVENUE Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z0J4 59 SHELBURNE AVENUE Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z0J4
59 Shelburne Avenue

Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z0J4

$2,200/Monthly
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Questions Asked by Our Customers & Clients.

To qualify to build a legal basement apartment in Ontario, you must meet the following key requirements: Ceiling Height: Minimum 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) over the main living areas. Egress: A second, separate means of escape (window or door) that meets size and accessibility requirements. Fire Separation: 30-minute fire-rated separation between units; interconnected smoke alarms in both units. Ventilation: Independent or code-compliant shared HVAC, with proper exhaust for kitchens and bathrooms. Windows: Minimum window area for natural light (5% of floor area for living/dining rooms, 2.5% for bedrooms). Soundproofing: Required sound transmission class (STC) rating between units (usually STC 50 or more). Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) Must obtain an electrical permit before beginning any electrical work. Inspection: All electrical work must be inspected and approved by the ESA. Separate Panels (Optional): If creating separate metering or panels, additional compliance is needed.

The cost of construction varies based on the grading and layout of your lot and space, contact Ali today for your free consultation!

Typically, construction takes 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the scope of work, inspections, permit approvals, and contractor availability. Delays may occur if structural changes or major electrical/plumbing upgrades are needed.

Yes! Ali can connect you with trusted trades professionals and architects who specialize in legal basement apartments. They can help with everything from design plans to securing the necessary permits to meet Ontario Building Code and ESA requirements.

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Whether you’re expanding your current home, upgrading your lifestyle, or investing in the future, HomesbyAli is here to guide you home.

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Client testimonials

“Ali was our listing agent through a challenging housing market period. He guided us through the selling process and kept us informed about neighbourhood trends and activities.”
@ Client - Toronto.
“Ali proved to be a tenacious agent who readily advocated on our behalf to get above asking price on our home. He helped us navigate an unforseen complication on the Buyer's end to a successful resolution and got our home sold in time.”!
@ Client - Toronto.
“Ali is well connected in his industry. We found this helpful when staging for professional photos, minor home repairs and even bigger jobs in and around our old and new home.”
@ Client - Toronto.
“Ali Tcheshmejoui is knowledgeable, dedicated, and results-driven real estate professional. From the moment we began working with him, it was clear that he was committed to providing exceptional service, making the buying/selling process seamless and stress-free.”
@ Client - Toronto.
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