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Each home has a lot size that varies from one half to one acre, just on the edge of the Town of Erin. Of course you really can‘t see Erin for all the trees, but when you run out of milk it‘s nice to know it‘s just a hop, skip and a jump. Speaking of views, your view of the world will change forever. Imagine life‘s pleasures the way your grandparâ€" ents did... watching the kids play from a vantage point of a Victorian porch, the stress of the day floating away like a cloud on the horizon. At night, it‘s so clear you can even count the stars. Try that in the city! Okay, so the surroundings are great, there‘s lots of hiking trails at your door, the Forks of the Credit are just minutes away and the lifestyle captures your field of dreams. That just means they compromised the homes, right? Wrong! The homes at Bel Erin Estates border The real benefit at Bel Erin Estates comes in the form of services that anyâ€" one living in town takes for granted but country folk don‘t. At Bel Erin Estates water service comes directly from the township, as does natural gas and hydro. Naturally, all services are underâ€" ground so the wonderful views are unobstructed. By Bryan Davies < hat do you get when you k // combine treed, rolling surâ€" roundings with the conveâ€" nience of mumc1pal services? Well, if Bel Erin Estates is any indication you get just about the only place you can imagine living. One look around at Bel Erin Estates and every other country location just seems to come up short. Model home holds secret ADVERTISING FEATURE Bel Erin To get to Bel Erin Estates from the 401, take Mississauga Road north to Belfountain, west on Bush Street (County Road 52) and watch for the model home just before the Ninth Line. Or take Trafalgar Road north to Highway 24, east to Main Street in Erin (Ninth Line), south to County Road 52. Turn left and you‘re there. The model home is open Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekâ€" days by appointment. To make matters easier, they‘ll even redesign the home with your input on a computer right before your eyes! There‘s no more design guesswork; there are easy answers to every quesâ€" tion. Dorothy, you‘re clearly not in Kansas any more. You‘re in the natural beauty of small town Ontario, with all the municipal services you take for granted. Oh yes, before I forget there is cable TV... as if you‘ll even want to watch! So what‘s the secret? Keep Bel Erin Estates to yourself until after you‘ve visited. There are only 43 opportunities available to live there, after that you‘ll have to admire the homes from the outâ€" side. Call Sandra Arnold or Michelle Corney on their Toronto line at (416) 874â€"3048. on the ultimate. You‘ll find enticing exterior elevations, large rooms, heated breezeways, wrapâ€"around porches, and detached garages. Take a look for yourâ€" self... there‘s a model home that is so complete it leaves nothing to the imagiâ€" nation. Of course, no matter how beauâ€" tiful, no single home design can appeal to everyone. So, at Bel Erin Estates they invite changes. Grand Opening Model Home Tour our MODEL HOME and discover the perfect blend of traditional values and modern conveniences. Set in the rolling countryside of Erin, on picturesque lots of up to 1 acre, these Victorian estate homes are designed to fulfil your country lifestyle dreams. But remember, with a limited number of these A 2 exceptional homes available, the elegance is @N timeless. . . the opportunity is not. can afford Before looking for a new home, you need to know how much you can afford to spend. Arrange for a preâ€" approved mortgage so you can shop around with greater confidence. * determine your downpayâ€" ment * determine the amount of mortgage loan you qualify for * find out about your mortâ€" gage options *conventional mortgage * highâ€"ratio mortgage * estimate the additional costs * mortgage insurance fees * legal fees * land transfer tax Getting the home that is right for you It takes time to find the right home at the right price, but the outcome is exciting and rewarding. , uying a new home is | one of the biggest and A_Z most important purâ€" chases of a lifetime. Taking you time and doing your homework means that you will get the greatest quality, comfort and value for you investment. Use this checklist when you are planning to buy a new home. Call your local Home Builders Association for a list of builderâ€"members in your area." Determine how much you Checklist will lead you to dream home * decide where you want to live * type of neighborhood * distance to school, shopping work recreational facilities * access to transportation * type of home and homeâ€" ownership * singleâ€"family home, townâ€" house, condominium, etc. * consider your needs and wants * size of home; number and size of bedrooms, bathrooms * home office, entertainment storage areas and workâ€" shop * Râ€"2000 energy efficiency and air quality * barrier free Choose a builder Selecting your builder wisely is key to ensuring that you will get the home you want. * get a list of builderâ€"memâ€" bers from your local Home Builders Association * talk to family and friends * visit builders‘ model homes and sales office * talk to at least three builders and their past customers * ask about afterâ€"sales serâ€" vice/warranties Check the contract The signed contract, or Agreement of Purchase and Sale, is your assurance that you will receive exactly what you bought. * arrange for a lawyer to Sales Rep. Sat., Sun. Holidays: 11â€"6 weekdays by appointment For a more personal viewing design appointment call Michelle Corney* or N Sandra Arnold* at (See ‘Get ready to move, page 6) * standard features and upgrades ' * rightâ€"ofâ€"ways or easements * subdivision restrictions * full price (including GST) * mortgage information * deposit structure * closing date * irrevocable date (when offer expires) Inspect your new home Before you take possesâ€" sion, walk through your new home with your builder. Inspect for right materials, proper colors, good workâ€" manship and general cleanliâ€" ness. Consider hiring a proâ€" fessional inspector if you are unsure what to look for. * on the outside * siding and brick * paints, stains and caulking * trim, shutters, fascia, soffit and roofing * lot grading and sod * decks * on the inside * basement * doors and windows * walls and trim * floors and floor coverings * electrical and plumbing fixâ€" tures review the offer before you sign it, * or make your offer condiâ€" tional on a legal review * before signing, check: * correct model and lot (905) 874â€"3048 401 BUSH ST