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The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, January 22,1992 15 • I Real Estate Deadlines and Policies Deadline for Wednesday Publication is Monday at 12:00 Noon. Any compensation for errors or omissions by The Canadian Statesman will be limited to the value of the space occupied by the error in the advertisement. Please phone 623-3303 and ask for the Real Estate Sales Department Helpful Ground Rules for Buying Furniture Wisely Buying furniture can be a confusing and time-consuming process, especially when there arc many factors like quality, style and price to take into consideration. consideration. To avoid making an expensive mistake, here arc a few ground rules to keep in mind the next lime you go furniture furniture hunting. The main objective is to establish establish a distinct purpose for the item, so that you can get the most use out of it. For example, example, instead of buying a lux urious, leather love scat, you may get more use out of a large sofa which accommodates accommodates more people. Another important factor is durability. It's easy to fall into the trap of buying something that looks good, but won't withstand a lot of wear. When you're out shopping don't be afraid of testing the furniture. Try feeling it and moving it around to get a sense of how strong and flexible it is. The third factor is shape. eel van Prospective Purchasers look to Edvan Realty because of our proven record of success. Thinking of selling your home? Call me now and I will arrange for a market evaluation of your home without cost or obligation. " Over 14 years experience." Wilma Entwlsle ' Edvan Realty Ltd. 214 King St. E., Bowmanville Res. (416) 786-2911 Bus. (416) 623-4445 Tor. (416) 686-0477 The item should complement the rest of the room and help create a visual pattern. A piece of furniture can bo very simple, but because it is too wide or too high it can look awkward. It's also important to recognize recognize distinctive furniture when you arc out shopping. You can buy a very basic piece of furniture furniture or a unique item which seems to have a personality of its own. It should have a special special warmth which adds comfort comfort to your surroundings. Try to purchase items that reflect your individuality and style. Other factors to consider are symmetry and balance. Each item should have smooth, Bowing lines which complement complement the rest of your furniture. Even though the pieces may be different colours, textures and sizes, they should look like they belong together. Measure Carefully Before you go shopping, familiarize familiarize yourself with the spaces and sizes you're working working with. Measure the wall or Boor space that you have to fill. If you're buying furniture for an entire room, you'll need to measure its square foot area. If you're purchasing furniture for more than one room, it's a HOCKIN REAL ESTATE 123 KING ST. EAST, ' BOWMANVILLE 623-4115 HISTORICAL APPEAL Traditional appointments of wood and lead glass enhance this four bedroom home in Bowmanville. Updated kitchen adds convenience. Finished attic and lot 66' x 165'. Call now to see. $195,000. PERFECT RETIREMENT HOME Well-kept bungalow In quiet residential residential area ol Bowmanville. Two bedrooms bedrooms up and one down. Close to schools, shopping and hospital. Call now to view. $149,900. NEED HELP WITH THE MORTGAGE PAYMENT? Just listed, this . newer, 3 bedroom bungalow with extra income in central Bowmanville. Call now. $168,900. TURN THE KEY Complete business available in downtown Bowmanville. Used bookstore, all set up and running. Over 10,000 books in stock. Priced right at $11,500. AWAKE TO THE BABBLING BROOK Quality built, three bedroom bungalow on country lot. Your trout stream is at the back door. Offered at $227,700. WILMOT AWAITS Clean, tidy, recently broadloomed, 2 bedroom bungalow in the Wilmot Creek Community. It's vacant and waiting for you. Rec centre, golf course and taxes, many activities, all included In the fee. Offered at $83,500. BOB STEVENS Sales Representative FAMILY SIZED - QUIET AREA Located in Newcastle Village, this fully appointed 3 bedroom home offers the peace of the country and the convenience of town. Master ensuite with oval tub, walk-in closet, main floor family and laundry rooms and the list goes on. Only $179,900. MEDICAL OR DENTAL CLINIC!! Commercial building In downtown Bowmanville has good income potential potential for its existing C1 zoning. Owner can also tenant part of property, if owner occupied. Vendor anxious. $269,900. Dorothy Hartford, President of Edvan Realty Ltd. is seen presenting Murray Paterson with a year end award for being the top agent with the firm for both listing and selling volume in 1991. This is the sixth year in a row (1985-1991) that Murray has earned this distinction. Murray and all sales persons at Edvan Realty Ltd., would like to thank the clients who put their faith in our firm during an unsettled and turbulent year. We look forward to your calls in 1992 and will certainly endeavour endeavour to fill your real estate needs. Murray may be reached at the office In Newcastle 987-4733 or at his home on 987-4628. Congratulations to Murray Paterson. good idea to prepare a basic Boor plan. If you find you have problem problem areas, try to develop solutions solutions instead of ignoring them. Once you're armed with room measurements and a good idea of what to look for, you're ready to hit the stores. Take your tape measure with you when you go shopping. Make sure you measure the height and size of the furniture you like and remember that it may have to fit through doorways doorways or be carried up or down a staircase. Also keep the size of the piece in mind when envisioning envisioning it in your home. Ceiling height is especially important. A piece of furniture that almost reaches the ceiling can have an overpowering effect. Another point to remember is that the size of furniture in a store can be very deceiving. A piece of furniture in a store can turn out to be a "big" surprise when you bring it home. Ask For Help Don't be afraid to ask salespeople salespeople for help. Even though the final choice is yours, the advice of a qualified salesperson salesperson can be very valuable. Most salespeople know their merchandise and can save you time by taking you directly to the type of furniture you're looking for. They can also assist assist you by explaining additional additional features of the product and informing you of other items that may be in their store catalogue, catalogue, but not on display. As well, they can explain special sales reductions, the store's financing plan and delivery delivery procedures. Many of them will also go over a Boor plan of your home with you to help you make the best purchase. purchase. If you prefer to shop on your own, tell salespeople you'll let them know if you require require assistance. Another option option is tell them you arc simply browsing. Unfortunately, some salespeople salespeople can be unscrupulous, giving you misleading or false information just make a sale. Don't let them talk you into buying something you don't want. Usually, these unprofessional unprofessional individuals are easy to indentify, so politely refuse their services by following one of the above-mentioned examples. examples. Budgeting Unless you've just won the lottery, you probably have budget budget restrictions that will affect how much you spend. When planning your budget, try to think of the purchase as an investment investment instead of an ex-, pense. Don't forget that if you spend a little more on good quality furniture it can last longer. If you have to furnish your whole home, concentrate on your immediate needs and how much it will cost to pay for those items. Once you have bought the necessities, you can take your time and develop a long-term budget for special purchases. Putting aside a set sum each month for a couple of years can add up to quite a substantial amount of money. PRIVATE - FOR SALE LARGE FOUR BEDROOM SEMI Approx. 1400 sq. ft. plus finished basement, custom work inside and out, gas heat, large interlock brick patio, close to schools and 401 access. $129,500. Phone 623-4271 GENEROUS COMFORT 4 bedrooms plus 3 powder rooms, brick fireplace plus much more. For more Information on this home please contact Donna L. Butler* Bus. 623-6000, Tor. Line 428-1206 REDUCED TO $94,900. Large 3 bedrooms, kitchen, dining, family room with walkout, walkout, attached garage. Good location location near school. Super deal at this price. NEWCASTLE $211,500. Large 4 bedroom, almost 2100 sq. ft., main floor family room, greenhouse kitchen with walkout, premium lot. Shows to perfection. Call Joann Jukes* 623-6000 or 623-4586 NICE AREA-NIC! PRICE $89,900. Comfortable, well-cared for 1 1/2 storey in Orono Village - walk to all amenities. Main floor bath and bedroom, easy to maintain, great location! ENJOY THE GOOD LIFE! Immaculate, tastefully decorated decorated four bedroom backsplit, fireplace in family room, new high efficiency':,[gas furnace, heat pump, landscaped, fully fenced yard, ' Newcastle. $169,900. PEACEFUL AND PRIVATE Lovely four bedroom, two storey, storey, finished basement, attached attached garage, door opener, walkout to deck on huge country country lot - just north of Orono. $153,000. For Information on These Properties and Other Great Deals In the Bowmanville - Newcastle - Orono Area, Please Call Sally Staples** or Linda McLennan* 623-6000 "Value Added Service" I p.m. 712 GALAHAD DRIVE OSHAWA Terrific value: $158,900. Directions: Rossland Rd. to Camelot, turn left onto Gala- had Drive. RETIREMENT, CONTENTMENT BY LAKE ONTARIO On a clear day you can see the CN Tower or Rochester. Immaculate Immaculate 2 bedroom bungalow, horseshoe kitchen, beautiful brick fireplace in living room, family room, golfing, swimming pool and more. Only $91,900. Call Rod Doris* 623-6000 or 987-1832 THINKING OF SELLING? CALL ALF ANNIS** Leading Salesman for 1991 AFFORDABLE COUNTRY LIVING aluminum bungalow nestled on a wooded 10 acres, airtight woodstove insert, stone fireplace in living room, huge country kitchen, immaculate condition, very private location. Asking only $174,800. For this and other properties, Call David Passant** 623-6000 or 623-3408 TIMORE FOR YOUR MONEY! Over 1900 square feet. 4 bedrooms and much more, all for $145,900. Call Ellen Bush* at 623-6000 * * v r.r ffyKag cornerstone realty ltd. 104 king st. e. bowmanville 623-6000 i M Zfi-: * 1 mm/' 428-1206 (Toronto Line) 432-7200 ** Associate Brokers COUftiCe * Sales Representatives • -><- , P JRJCv B 4 /Ty? A X il experience gets results! Doug Humphrey* Alf Annis** Donna Butler* Ellen Bush* James Bush* Rod Doris* Linda McLennan* Kay Brown* JoAnn Jukes* } Gord Hooey* David Passant*'Tony Kk>mpmaker*Paul DeJager* Carol Hallman* Dianne Warren* Sally Staples** Edna Hamel* Vinnie Gupta* George Feddema* Pat Hurley* "LET GEORGE DO IT!" Find your home is hard to sell? Give me a call at 623-6000 or 263-4451 and I will show you what I can do for you. Looking for income property? We have several to choose from. Call George Feddema at 623-6000 or 263-4451 CONCESSION STREET, BOWMANVILLE Century home. $199,900. Call Doug Humphrey** 623-6000 BOWMANVILLE BACKSPLIT $172,000. LARGE TREED RAVINE LOT! - $174,000. Charming 3 bedroom brick bungalow, large eat-in kitchen, kitchen, walkout to expansive deck overlooking pool, fully finished finished rec room with fireplace, 200 amp service, heat pump and more. For further information, call Gord Hooey* 623-6000 or 623-6217 1. 14.56 ACRES and 3000 sq. ft. home + bam. Newtonville, $299,900. 2. 1700 SQ. FT. 2 year new home, 3 baths, rec room, family room, $179,900. 3. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW large lot in Orono, Orono, $139,900. Call Your Newcastle Area Sales Representative Vinnie Gupta* 623-6000 24 hr. TRY AN OFFER!!! 10 ACRES Great potential. Custom built home, mins, from town. Asking Asking $279,900. GREAT FAMILY LOCATION 3+ 1 bedroom backsplit, very bright, open concept, shows very well. Large lot, Asking $130,900. URGE WORKSHOP $99,900. OR B/O Ideal for mechanic or wood worker. Large lot, eat-in oak kitchen, newer windows, very economical. Must see. Walking distance to downtown. For more information Call Paul De Jager* 623-6000 or 623-2712 (res.) TICKET TO RETIREMENT IN STYLE Elegant 2 bedroom bungalow in Wilmot Creek. You will enjoy enjoy cooking in this kitchen or having morning coffee on the patio. Sunny family room, ensuite ensuite bathroom. $114,800. PACK UP YOUR TROUBLES and move to a simpler lifestyle. lifestyle. Comfortable and cozy 2 bedroom mobile in Newcastle. Read in front of the warm gas fireplace, or sit on the sunny deck with a view of the creek. Call Pat Hurley* 623-6000 or 623-3899 JUST LISTED BOWMANVILLE North end older semi in good condition, 3 bedrooms, bedrooms, fireplace, deck and 165' private lot. Asking $112,900. COUNTRY BUNGALOW Just outside of Bowman- / ville town limits, immaculate immaculate throughout. 3 bedrooms, bedrooms, fireplace, oak kitchen and a pretty setting. setting. Vendor says sell. Asking $159,900. BOWMANVILLE Easy access to 401 from this adorable 2 + 1 bedroom somi. Largo eat-in kitchen with oak cupboards. Beautifully finished family room with walkout to fenced yard, 4 pc. and 3 dc. baths, onlv $129.900. OPEN HOUSE SUN., JANUARY 26, 2 - 4 p.m. 627 Sunset Blvd., Newcastle Lovely 3 bedroom bungalow on huge 60' x 200' lot, fireplace in living room, skylights in family room. $139,900. Hwy. #2 to Rudell Rd„ south to Sunset. JUST LISTED BOWMANVILLE 3 bedroom semi, large rooms, fenced yard and walkout. Asking $124,900. For information on these properties, please call Tony Klompmaker 623-6000 or res. 263-4448. PRESTIGIOUS AREA OF BOWMANVILLE 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, main floor family room with walkout, central air, central vac, Inground pool, a pleasure to show. Asking $189,000. For Information on these properties call Carol Hallman* or Dianne Warren*, 623-6000 (24 hr. pager)