Susie

It’s been wonderful to capture Susie Beghin! This Brand Photoshoots’s goal was capturing photos for Susie’s new website, book launch, media kits and podcast.

Susie Beghin is an experienced Early Childhood Educator, the founder of Alpha's Discovery Kids Preschool and Daycare and the author of “Learn To Play: The Four Pillras Learning System” and "Parents Learn to Play Too: A Parents Guide To The Early Years''.

“Pure Studios is a top notch photography studio. The entire process from start to finish was very easy and professional. Agnes helped me to feel comfortable in front of the camera. I was thrilled to see the final results as she was able to capture my image professionally and creatively. I highly recommend Agnes and Pure Studios for your professional business images.”

— Susie

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Amanda

It was a pleasure to capture Amanda, who helps people through insurance and financial services.

This brand photoshoot is bright and modern with strong green accents.

Enjoy these highlights:

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Michelle

It was a true pleasure to work with Michelle again.

Michelle and her team at Zare Paralegal have over 15 years of experience in the field of WSIB law.

“It was great working with you also Agnes! We are so happy with the photos!”

— Michelle

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Iconic Brand Photoshoot Wardrobe Guide

There's no question that
great wardrobe = great photoshoot

People ask me all the time: what should I wear for my photoshoot?

Great wardrobe doesn't mean designer only wardrobe.
Great photoshoot wardrobe is wardrobe that is authentic to you
and compliments your look well.

Check out these Iconic Outfits:

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1. white

I always ask clients to bring at least one white outfit to their Brand Photoshoot.

Sometimes they look at me funny and then it often ends up being their favourite photoshoot outfit.
White has the air of timeless elegance that never goes out of style. It’s not overpowering, so the focus will be on you and your expression.

Wanna make it more interesting? Consider different silhuettes, fabrics and textures.

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2. dress

Dresses are often overlooked and they can be a great Brand Photoshoot outfit. There are so many styles, silhuettes and colours available.

For more conservative professionals, you can wear a dress with sleeves or combine it with a blazer.

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3. turtleneck

Turtlenecks frame our faces beautifully, which works perfectly for photos.
Depending on the fabric and sleeve length, you can wear them all seasons.

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4. jeans

Jeans never go out of style and they help with approachable looks.

If it's approprate for your profession, bring jeans + top to your Brand Photoshoot! For business casual looks, jeans can be combined with blazers and shirts or blouses.

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5. suit

A well tailored suit will make you feel unstoppable.

For more approachable looks, choose creative styles or bold colours.

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6. black

Black - everybody’s favourite!

Black outfits are always elegant. Whether it’s a sweater, a blazer or a little black dress, feel free to bring something black to your photoshoot.

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7. statement blazer

Blazers have made a big comeback in the recent years.

Many people have their favourite statement blazer, whether it’s a classic, well tailored piece or something more fun, like this blazer in my favourite colour, green.

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8. WOW Factor outfit

Photoshoots don’t happen every day, so take this chance and wear your WOW Factor outfit.

Whether it’s a tulle skirt, an incredible dress, leather pants, take this chance to capture your authentic, fierce self!

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9. your logo/hashtag

Your Brand Photoshoot is a perfect chance to wear an outfit with your logo or hashtag.

These photos are absolutely great for marketing and building brand awareness.

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10. creative top

Creative tops are so fun to photograph and make photos interesting to look at.
Remember to skip thick cotton blouses and choose a flowy fabric instead.

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bonus: can I wear a sweater?

If you don’t want the photos to be too seasonal, choose a sweater that’s not too chunky and doesn’t have an obvious winter pattern.

If you want to use the photos only in winter, you can wear whatever sweater you want.

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Protect Your Mortgage with the Right Life Insurance

It’s always important that you take time to consider how you will pay off your new mortgage if something unexpected happens to you.

While it’s often tempting to opt for standard mortgage insurance, Amanda Cutten explains many people don’t know that the right life insurance policy can offer this same protection alongside several additional benefits - including:

You name your own beneficiary.

This means that, in the event something happens to you, your beneficiary can decide how the death benefit payment will be allotted. A typical mortgage insurance policy names the financial institution as the automatic beneficiary for the amount due.

You have more choice

When selecting your life insurance coverage limit, you can choose any amount subject to policy limits. Traditional mortgage insurance has fewer options in terms of both the amount of coverage you can choose and the length of the coverage period.

Your coverage does not decrease

Traditional mortgage insurance policies only offer a decreasing benefit for the length of the policy’s term – so just enough to cover the remaining balance of the mortgage itself. A life insurance policy would provide you with the full value of the death benefit – regardless of what you still owe.

You can add additional coverage options

If you opt to protect your mortgage through a life insurance policy, you can take advantage of many additional coverage options. A disability waiver of premiums, for example, is a type of coverage that helps preserve your policy in the event your income is affected by an unexpected disability. Buying a home is a big and often-intimidating process so it’s important to ensure you’re well-prepared.

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Be sure to consult an insurance and financial services professional to confirm you’re on the right track and determine the best mortgage protection option for you. Not sure where to start? Reach out to Amanda for more helpful insurance tips.

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Amanda Cutten

Amanda has been in the industry for over 25 years.  She opened her business in 2007 and has been helping customers ever since.  When dealing with Amanda and her office, you can expect to receive exceptional customer service and a clear understanding of your coverages. Amanda and her team pride themselves on the relationships they have with their customers.

“We deliver personal service to our customers and want to grow with them as their needs change and develop over the years.  We take the time needed with each and every customer to make sure they understand and are comfortable with the products they are “investing” in.  We strive to help our valued customers reach their goals and make sure they are well protected… today, tomorrow and in the many years to come.

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5 Keys to Unlocking the Door to Home Ownership

This week, Eugenia Evans of Evans Real Estate is sharing with us 5 Keys to Unlocking the Door to Home Ownership:

1. ‘Just do it’ is the iconic Adidas slogan but it works equally well in real estate. There will never be the perfect time or the perfect house.

2. Like in life, do not listen to what people have to say as this is when all the naysayers will come into your life. Hire and work with experts you trust and then consider their educated advice before making decisions.

3. Pay your bills on time as this is one of the biggest impacts on your credit rating. Lenders’ value and appreciate responsible borrowers and this is reflected in your credit score. If you don’t have a credit score or it is low, work diligently to create one and do not neglect those pesky cell phone bills as they are a relatively small amount that can have a huge impact on your credit score.

4. The earlier you start investing in real estate the more successful you will ultimately be and feel. You can then use one property to leverage yourself into another property if owning multiple properties is your goal.

5. Consider purchasing a property and sharing to help pay off your mortgage with perhaps extra payments. It does not have to be a forever proposition, perhaps set a five-year timeline as this is when your mortgage payments have the highest impact in reducing your interest payments.

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Eugenia Evans
Broker of Record / Owner

Eugenia began her real estate career after the real estate shift in 1989 while starting a young family. She persevered and aside from being a consistent award winner with a large competitor she also managed a successful real estate office. Eugenia loves to read and understands its importance and so she started the Annual Big Book Sale with all funds donated to KEYS to Inclusion, a local charity for adults with intellectual difficulties.​

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