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4 - PORT PERRY STAR - Real Estate Section - Tuesday, September 22, 1992 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" Becoming a first time home buyer (From page 1) terior. Check the type, condition and age of the roof and note any recent repairs. Also take a close: look at the eavestroughs "and downspouts. Note their condition and whether any repairs or upgrades have been made. It's also a good idea to walk around the exterior of the home to check the type of foundation it has, whether it's raised well above ground and if there are any visible cracks. Interior Checklist When viewing the inter- ior, pay close attention to details. If the home is a duplex or semi-detached, check with the realtor to see if there is any sound- proofing between shared walls. Also pay attention to the general condition of the home's interior -- does it look well cared for, or is itobvious that it's been ne- glected? When you come to the heart of the home -- the kitchen -- note the general size and decor and wheth- er it has an eat-in area. Is there adequate space for cooking and food prepara- tion? Is there enough cup- board space? Take a good look at the sink, counter- tops and floor and find out if the appliances are being sold with the home. The next room to check is the dining room. Note "whether it is separate from and close to the kitchen. If there is a chan- delier, is it being sold with the house? When viewing the liv- ing room, note the size, condition of the floor or carpet and whether there is a fireplace. Jot down the number of windows and their sizes and note any window coverings that are being sold with the house. Take similar notes for the family room, if there is one, and note whether it's adjacent to the kitchen. When viewing the bed- rooms, note their respec- tive sizes, color schemes and the amount of closet space they provide. Will there be enough room for a home office or hobby work area or is this a priority? Take extensive notes on the bathrooms as well, in- cluding their size, floor condition, colors, fixtures and water pressure (turn on faucets and flush toi- lets to check). Basement The basement is the next major interior area to check. Note whether it is full or partial, finished or unfinished and whether there is adequate head room. Also look for signs of moisture such as water marks, peeling paint and possible mildew. As well, look for cracks in the walls or floors and examine all storage and utility areas. Check to see if the washer and dryer are being sold with the house. Renovations and Repairs If renovations have been done, check to see whether they were carried out by the vendor or a pro- fessional contractor. Also ask to see receipts for any recent repairs to the elec- trical or plumbing sys- tems. Some other things you should check into are the sewer system, heating type and air conditioning system. Also inquire about the hot water heat- er (leased, owned, gas or electric), the number of gallons it holds and its ef- ficiency and age. Check to see what type of insulation is in the home and ask to see copies of recent utility bills. Also determine whether the home has cable or aerial television service and whether the number of electrical outlets is ade- quate. Other Notable Features Other things you'll want to check for is the proximity of the home to schools, city services (such as firehalls, police sta- tions and hospitals), doc- tors, dentists, groceries and pharmacies, banks, playgrounds, parks, day- care and recreation cen- tres. Accessibility to pub- lic transportation and proximity to major roads and highways are other important factors to keep in mind. You'll be surprised at how well this checklist helps you recall details. However, it's important to keep in mind that this checklist is by no means a substitute for a thorough, professional home inspec- tion. More checklist tips and information can be found in the Ontario Real Estate Association's book "How To Buy Your First Home." For a free copy of this 128- page publication, call 1- 800-563-HOME. SELLING | YOUR HOME? Why not try the Real Estate Pages PORT PERRY STAR "CLASSIFIEDS" WORK -- of the Port Perry Star? Phone 985-7383 LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME? No need to look any further than the REAL ESTATE of this newspaper. Whether ifs a new home, cottage, farm, building lot or Investment property, you'll find It In the PORT PERRY STAR REAL ESTATE SECTION PORT PERRY PLAZA (416) 985-9777 FAX 985-9161 Member Oshawa & District Real Estate Board Member Lindsay & District Real Estate Board a Bn Ty OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY, SEPT. 27, 1-4pm - PORT PERRY, BLACKSTOCK AREA - Custom built 4000sq. ft, 2-1/2 storey, 5 bedrooms, large eat-in kitchen with w/o, family room with fireplace, marley tile roof, ground source heat pump, 6 seat hot tub, formal dining area, main floor laundry, large workshop and finishing touches. Priced for quick sale. Asking $399,700. Directions: 7A east to 57 Hwy. Blackstock, east 3 miles OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY, SEPT. 27, 1-4pm - ROBINGLADE ESTATES - Three plus one bedroom, solid brick bungalow on 1 acre lot, large eat-in kitch- en, formal dining room, living room, large rec room with fireplace and wet bar, nicely decorated, well kept home in Robinglade Estates, Seagrave. Asking $194,500. Directions: Port Perry north 4 miles to Robinglade Estates OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY, SEPT. 27, 1-4pm - PORT PERRY CENTURY HOME - Orginal trim. 3 bed: rooms, master ensuite, centre hall plan, formal dining room with french doors, separate living room, main floor family room with fieldstone fireplace and w/o to patio, upgraded windows, plumbing and electrical, electric forced air furnace. mature lot, close to all amenities, priced to this market. Reduced to $209,700. Come and see it to appreciate it. Directions: Queen St. , Port Perry. THREE BEDROOM SIDESPLIT, OVERLOOKING LAKE SCUGOG - Tastefully decorated, natural trim throughout, main floor family with w/o and fireplace, main floor laundry, new shingles and carpeting, call for inspection. Now reduced to $139,900. ; W TY hs ' 8 1 WITgE © i EXCELLENT STARTER - Or retirement home! Ideal for hobbyist, gardener or trucker. 2 bedroom bunga- low with third bedroom in basement. Attached garage and workshop plus a 30" x 30" barn with water and hydro. On a 1.5 acre lot at blackwater. Asking $126,900 oe = be y ag PORT PERRY QUALITY - Link home with 3 bed- rooms, formal dining area, eat-in kitchen with w/o to deck, finished family room, airtight setting, large fenced lot, immediate possession. Asking $146,900. Call 985-9777 for viewing. po VALENTIA ESTATES - 3 bedroom stucco bungalow overlooking Lake Scugog at Valentia Estates. Large, bright kitchen, central vac, heat pump, main floor laundry, 3 bathrooms, finished basement that could easily be made into a separate living area. Less than 5 years old Asking $157,000. MARY WILSON =... Res. 985-2235 JUDIHEWITT ............... Res. 985-4015 ALLAN BERTRAND {HANK}. . Res. 985-3680 CLIFF CROWELL. ........ Res. 985-7871 BILL RAE Res. {705} 786-2185 CHUCK WILLES Res. 985-7032 YVONNE BURNETT... . Res. 986-0911 JOHN TAIT. Res. 985-8630 APPLE VALLEY, PORT PERRY - New custom built home by Garry Mahony Construction Ltd. 3 bedroom raised bungalow, open concept, large recreation area, still time to make changes! Select your own carpets and colours! Call 985-9777 to view. Now reduced to $182,500., including GST. Pa chive FOUR BEDROOM - Nicely decorated home on one of the largest lots in Perry Glen. Main floor family room with fireplace and w/o to patio and above ground pool. Interlocking brick driveway and walkways, two car attached garage, economical gas heating with central air, finished rec room, this is a well kept home. Asking $219,000. SCUGOG ISLAND, PORT PERRY - This custom bu bungalow features eat-in kitchen with walkout to deck, formal dining room, living room overlooks parlour, fin- ished rec room with wet bar, airtight setting, walkout to indoor pool, party area and gardens, nearly 3/4 acr- es mature lot with fruit trees. You'll have to see it to fully appreciate the value here! Asking $239,900. CUSTOM BUILT - 4 bedroom bungalow on 45 acres with hardwood bush, 2 ponds & 2 streams. Home features main floor family room with fieldstone fire- place, eat-in kitchen, separate formal dining room, separate cabana has 3pc. bath plus whirlpool and Betz custom concrete pool and waterfall. Brick driveway, 30" x 100' steel barn plus machine shed, minutes to town, privacy plus. Asking $985,000. Please call 985-9777.