The month of October can be a spooky month, maybe even a scary month with monstrous problems. Yikes!! Well maybe not, but words like that seem to be popping up everywhere as kids and adults alike look forward to Halloween.
In fact, according to the USA Today recently, Adults spend more on themselves to celebrate Halloween than any other day during the year. I get that. Especially if they want to hang out with the kids to go trick or treating, or to a Halloween party of some kind.
Speaking of our friends to the South, real estate has continued to be a hot topic and surely guiding some of the recovery efforts. Is this the best time to buy your vacation property or rental property?
Many homeowners and home buyers are truly scared. Scared to death of how in the world they are going to get out of their house and into their next one. MSNBC recently reported that home sales hit a 15 year low last month in the U.S. This is great news for some (a real treat) and terrible news for others (the trick).
Buyers can absolutely find a home and pay what homes were selling for in 2002. That should have every home buyer looking hard so as not miss out on a great real estate deal. For those wanting to sell, they are selling because they must and that means being extra careful to avoid the pitfalls of selling in today's market in order to get the most amount of money with the least hassle.
As a result of working with hundreds of families over a 10 year time span, we have developed a special program to help buyers locate the home that will bring immediate joy to their life while insuring they are getting the best home at the best price with the least hassle. And for home sellers, we insure their home sales at a price agreeable to them or we'll buy it.* Now that is a how you turn a trick into a real treat.
WE NEED YOUR HELP...
If you or anyone you know is considering making a move to a new home, we would like to offer them a FREE No Obligation to Move Consultation to discuss just how they can make their move, get what they want and do it with the least hassle.
As a special Treat for the month of October, we are offering home owners a Free Special Report called 6 Mistakes to Avoid When Moving Up to Your Next Home in Today's Market! This free report is provided to any buyer or seller we meet with during the Month of October to help make their next move a lot less scary!
Any one you know considering making a move, wanting to buy or sell their home, please refer them to me without hesitation or delay! They will receive the service guarantees I detailed above and you can rest assured your referrals will be rewarded.
If you missed the last couple months Market Watch letters, we are on a mission to donate $100,000.00 to Janeway Childrens Hospital Foundation! They do great work in helping kids struggle to recover from debilitating diseases. We will donate $250 of our income on every referral you send us to Janeway Childrens Hospital Foundation.
Over the last decade of helping thousands of families sell their home and/or buy another, we have met some wonderful, loving, caring people. People like you! So your referrals, those you know considering a move, that we help - you can rest assured that not only will they get the award winning service we are known for and the guarantee to back it up, but that a solid portion of the income we receive from the transaction will go toward a very worthy cause (Kids and families in Dire Need!)
It's easy to refer your friends, neighbours, associates or family members considering making a move. Simply go to www.yournewfoundlandhome.com. Of course you can always call me direct as well at 709-770-7355.
I hope you and your family are well and this month of tricks and treats is full of, well, treats.
With all our appreciation,
The Homelife Advantage Realty Team
709-770-7355
P.S. Remember we love honoring our past clients like you. Read all about that at www.yournewfoundlandhome.com
St. Johns real estate is experiencing one of the busiest periods in recent memory. It has become a regular occurence to work 60 plus hours a week with late night suppers and very early mornings. Although I enjoy my job very much, days like today are much needed and anticipated.
I sit here now typing on my treo in a camp chair next to the fire pit in gushues pond park. The sun is out, the kids are playing and you can here laughter all over the RV park. Gushues pond is located about 35 minutes outside St. John's and offers 150 plus camp sites, some serviced, a convenience store, 3 ponds including a beach area and miles of hiking and riding trails. Located in Brigus Junction, you are near cabin country and some of the most sought after country in cabin real estate on the Avalon Peninsula. a little piece of gods country here for sure, especially when the sun is out.
I have been coming to Gushues pond now for 2 years and have one of the nicest and most private sites in the park. I like this place for many reasons, but being an avid golfer and being 15 minutes from The Wilds golf course, one of the nicest on the island, certainly is nice. I play 20 or so rounds there a year, and hope to play a good one there soon!! Each of the rounds has ended with the course winning but its golf, so no complaints.
That's enough work for today, enjoy work, but enjoy family and friends more, that's truly what life is all about!
Glynn
Executive Home with City View
• 3,570 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story - $499,900 - Priced to Sell
Kilbride, Greater St. John's Area - Amazing 4 bedroom executive home on an oversized cul-de-sac lot sitting on a greenbelt and offering incredible city views.Interior offers a spacious floor plan, beautiful decor and an open concept family room with a propane fireplace beneath a vaulted ceiling. Double attached garage and parking for several cars. This home offers fantastic value in today's market.
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Here are five important keys to consider when selecting a local real estate agent:
Experience
Select a real estate agent who has significant experience in the industry and who has expertise in the neighbourhood and the type of property you are interested in. After all, you do not want an agent who is learning on the job!
Reputation
Select an agent with an excellent reputation and one who is recognized by peers as a leading agent in the community.
Success
Select an agent who has a proven track record of success in the industry. Look for agents who have won awards and been recognized by independent real estate organizations.
Service
Select an agent that excels in providing top-notch service to clients. At a minimum you deserve a professional who returns your phone calls promptly, is attentive to your concerns, and keeps you regularly updated.
Honesty
Select an agent who will be honest with you about the true market value of property, and not simply tell you what you want to hear. Having an accurate understanding of property value will place you in a better position to make informed decisions.
Registered Apartment
• 3,257 sq. ft., 4 bath, 5 bdrm 2 story - $375,000
Thomas Gardens, Torbay - This home has been built with top of the line finishes with no expense spared. Some of the great qualities of this home include hardwood floors throughout, hardwood stairs, fireplace, crown mouldings and headers, skylights, full ensuite and a fully developed basement including a recroom for the main and a registered apartment. Also, an attached garage is here to offer a place to park your car or toys. Quality built, this home has full landscaping completed, paved drive, a fenced backyard and is located on town services. Located close to the proposed bypass road and minutes to all amenities, this executive home has it all. Call today for your appointment to view.
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Backing on a Greenbelt
• 2,853 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story - 
MLS® $369,900
Clovelly Trails, East End - Exquisitely well-maintained 2-story home situated close to all amenities. This home boasts 3 large bedrooms upstairs with an extra large master bedroom featuring a walk-in closet and a 4-piece en-suite that includes a Whirlpool tub and a large separate stand-up shower. The main level has a huge kitchen area with plenty of cupboard (Birch) and counter space. The kitchen `nook` has patio doors and large windows - overlooking the Clovelly walking trail that generates the impression of being in the middle of the country. A formal dining room and living room with propane fireplace that opens into the family room. Downstairs is partially developed with a bedroom, recroom and pantry area. Other features include: 10`x 14` shed, in ground sprinkler system, access to snowmobile trails, walking distance to the Clovelly Golf Course, and directly across from a cul-de-sac with lots of young children.
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Good morning to all of my future readers. I am sitting here this morning excited about entering the world of blogging! I am a little behind the times but it is better late than never.
These are very exciting times in St. John's real estate, with the market showing continued strength and unparalleled growth. Within this strong market, you need to set your home apart from the pack, and the easiest and most affective way is Home Staging. This task can be completed by yourself, however a consultation with an accredited stager is strongly recommended to get your home sold fast and for Top Dollar.
These Home Staging tips cover some of the things you can easily do yourself at a minimal cost.
- Before you do anything, you have to stop thinking of your house as a HOME and start thinking about it as an investment, for which you want the largest return possible.
- If you don’t have pictures that show your house at its best, you are probably missing out on dozens, if not hundreds of potential buyers.
- Curb appeal (or, lack of thereof) can deter a visitor from wanting to pursue. The exterior of your house has to be clean and taken care of.
- Buyers want to see space, above anything else. You have to declutter, so the visitors can focus on the house and not on your stuff.
- Chipped paint, loose or missing tiles, broken door handle, a closet door that doesn’t quite close properly can become a BIG turnoff for a potential buyer. Fix!
- Painting is the cheapest way to transform a room! Repaint main rooms in fresh, neutral colors.
- Refresh and update. Simple things such as a new bed ensemble, a few decorative pillows and two nice table lamps will transform a bedroom.
- Make the house as neutral as possible to please a variety of potential buyers and their lifestyle and taste.
- Make sure there is sufficient light in every room– you can’t have too much light!
- Space optimization and proper furniture and accessories placement is essential. It will give a home a warm and appealing look and feel and create the WOW factor.
So, a small effort will pay of at the sale time. Stage your house-sell your house WELL!
Fully developed
• 2,400 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm bungalow "Split Entry" - $225,000 - Easily affordable
Glenview Terrace, West End - Fully Developed split entry home located in a sought after area in the west end of the city. This home features 2400 sq ft of living space which includes 3 bedrooms, country kitchen, formal dining room, recroom with wetbar and wood burning fireplace and a separate den. The rear yard is beautifully landscaped and contains a shed. Located close to all amenities, call today for your appointment to view.
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Immediate Occupancy
• 3,766 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm bungalow - $3,000 CAD Monthly - Executive Lease
Summit Drive, Paradise - Spectacular executive home available for immediate occupancy for lease only. This home is newly completed, and features double attached garage, main floor laundry, in floor heating, 3 bedrooms and separate office/den, and close to 2000 sq ft of developed space on the main floor. Lease includes 5 major appliances, no pets, and 2000 sq ft of undeveloped space in basement for additional storage.
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Half Acre Building Lot
• 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story split
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$189,900
Windsor Heights, Portugal Cove-St. Philip's
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This large side split home sitting on a half acre country lot with mature trees at back.
Recent upgrades include
- 2001 New Shingles with Ice and Weather Guard over entire roof.
- 2004 Completely renovated outside with new siding, insulation, windows, doors and pre-fab chimney.
- 2007 Completely renovated full and half bath
- 2008 New plumbing ( replaced copper pipe with plastic)
- 2008 New furnace
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Close to Completion
• 2,600 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm bungalow
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MLS®
$229,900
- Amazing Price!
Torbay, Greater St. John's Area
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New bungalow on a 60x100 serviced lot. Construction has started. Features open concept design, three piece ensuite off the master. Hardwood and ceramics. 10x12 pressure treated deck. Basement will have rough in for two bedroom apartment.
Take Main Road, Torbay to Bridge Road, turn left. River Valley Road is the next right.
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One Acre Treed Lot
• lot / land
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$89,900
Middle Cove, Logy Bay-Middle Cove-Outer Cove
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This executive building lot is located.Just off the Pine Line near Middle Cove Beach & minutes to Stavanger Drive.This exclusive subdivision offers 1 acre lots(approx),treed & private.Excellent area & country setting to raise your family in.Test holes done & ok`d.HST not included in price.
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Exquisite Executive Home
• 4,729 sq. ft., 4 bath, 5 bdrm 2 story
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$579,900
- Only 1 Year Old
Jones Pond Park, Torbay
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Absolutely stunning 1 year old 2 story in Jones Pond Park. This home is situated on a 1 acre lot and includes an above ground basement registered inlaw apartment. Some features of this home include all hardwood and ceramic floors, including apartment, main floor laundry, propane firepace, walkin pantry, great room with 17 foot ceilings, vaulted ceilings in master bedroom, full ensuite and walk in closet, foyer walkin closet, over 4700 sq/ft of developed space and detail second to none. The apartment also has its own laundry and patio deck. The home has an attached garage, front landscaping and stone walkway. If you are looking for an exquisite home, then this is it!
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Restored Heritage Home
• 2,920 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm duplex
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MLS®
$347,500
- Apartment Income
Central, St. John's
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Here is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored heritage home in the heart of the city.With fantastic preservation of its original features(note the stained glass window & the winding staircase)plus modern decor & upgrades throughout.This home offers exceptional value for this price.Several recent upgrades(windows,doors,front steps,new roof on rear section,painted throughout,etc,..)plus the bonus of an above ground executive 1 bedroom apartment with its own meter & driveway.Whether you want to live in this home or purchase as an executive leasing opportunity,this one is well worth a look.
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1.1 acres of Seclusion
• 1,850 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story
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MLS®
$359,900
- Ultimate Privacy
St. Phillips, Portugal Cove-St. Philip's
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Try & find a 1 acre plus retreat only 6 minutes from the center of the city for under $400,000!This property has absolute & complete seclusion with the bonus of a huge detached garage(24x42)for the car collector or for those who would enjoy the benefit of a large amount of storage.Great patio decks & beautifully landscaped.If you want to relax in complete privacy but do not want to commute to do so,this home is for you!
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