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■v')k\ 1 /:;uvj' r ' v'Ji /fij '-T" .in":!.i'.• : : jTi'if ... -iJi-nn; ) odT I i C v i w 1 - •. i: ■ v « i r » ; i i « 1 u- . / \ > • i i • * v • ' • i . •. i »»*,'•• U ' « \ • »i , • « r*, i , . - 22 The Clarington/Courtice Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, November 23, 1996 FRANK REALTOR FRANK REAL ESTATE LTD. 234 King Street East, Bowmanville Telephone 623-3393 Toronto Line 686-1035 LOCATION - LOCATION - LOCATION Central Bowmanville. 2 storey brick. Ideal for lawyer, accountant, accountant, financial services. Good lot. Only $123,900. Call John Shewchuk* 623-3393 or 623-5927. HOME-APARTMENT $129,900. Spotless raised bungalow. Separate 1 bedroom apartment in basement. 4 years old. Double drive and single car garage. Call Charlie Reid* 623-3393 or 983-5914. EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW BOWMANVILLE This custom built solid brick home is located on a beautiful treed Ravine lot. Built from quality materials, hardwood hardwood floors, 3 baths, gas fireplace, 2 decks. Open concept, kitchen and family room. 2 + 2 bedrooms. Rec room with walkout. Absolutely gorgeous! gorgeous! Just listed $234,900. Call Charlie Reid* 623-3393 or 983-5914. LOOKING FOR A GREAT DEAL! 3 + 2 bedroom brick bungalow. Finished top to bottom. Over $20,000 in upgrades. Central air, gas heat. This home is gorgeous and shows terrific! $146,900. Call Charlie Reid* 623-3393 or 983-5914. CENTURY HOME -1 ACRE COURTICE 10 ft. ceilings, hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen. View of Lake Ontario. Very private. $141,000. Call Charlie Reid* 623-3393 or 983-5914. NEW LISTING -1,651 SQ. FT. ,$149,900. Spotless 3 bedroom link home,, greenhouse kitchen with walkout to fenced, spacious irregular shaped lot, gas fireplace in living room, ensuite. Many nice features. Valerie Aston** 623-3393 or 623-4907. Real S S t Estate with Betty Smith If yôù ? re thinking of buying or selling and looking for an "experienced realtor to assist you, please give me a call. I can be reached at Sutton Group-Dynamic Realty Inc., 129 King St. East, Bowmanville, (905) 697-1700 (24 Hr. Pager). When you're selling a.property, a.property, you'll probably be requested by your purchasers to provide them with a house location survey to show them what they're buying. A survey is also necessary for buyers to arrange mortgage financing and for registering'the transaction transaction at the Land Registry Office. A plan of survey, made by a LICENCED LAND SURVEYOR, will legally define and describe exactly what you're actually buying or selling. These plans not only show the boundaries of- the property and location of all improvements (buildings, fences, garages etc.) they also. outline Easements: Rights of Wav and Encroachments, all of which entitle other people to partial use of .your property. ' On a standard Agreement of Purchase and Sale form, the Vendor is obligated only to provide those title documents documents in his possession. If the Vendor cannot locate a suitable suitable survey, the responsibility often lies with the Purchaser to do so; if one is required. As Realtors, we know that a deficient or missing survey can cause major problems - delayed closings etc., especially especially if the Purchaser or Vendor is unwilling or financially financially unable to pay for a new one. , ' • Sometimes a compromise can be worked'out between the parties (possibly to share the cost or "build into the selling selling price"). Before ordering a new survey, however,. there are a number of locations that should be checked in order to find an existing one eg. - the Vendor's solicitor's office, the Vendor's current mortgagee, local surveyors, the Land Registry office, neighbours on either side of the ; prqperty. Typically, yoiir-'home. and land represent your greatest assets. So whether you're Buying or. Selling, the cost of a survey, when compared to the total financial Réal Estate transaction, is a more than reasonable, price to pay for peace of mind and smooth closings!! Your comments and questions questions are always of interest to me and I welcome the opportunity opportunity to answer them. ' ©j.p. Making Renovation Projects Pay Off This article is provided by local local Realtors and the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) for the benefit of consumers consumers in the real estate market. market. If you're like many home- owners, you've probably got a long list of things you'd like to do to improve your home. Maybe it's a big. project such as remodelling the kitchen, landscaping or even installing a pool. Perhaps it's a simpler venture such as painting or laying laying new carpets. In any casé, one thing we all wonder is if renovating will be worth the outlay in time, money money and added stress. In a nutshell, nutshell, will there be a reasonable return in the investment, economically economically and . in terms of enjoyment enjoyment of the house? Your first order of business should be to figure out exactly why you want to renovate. Is it to make your home better looking, looking, more functional, or is it to increase it's value? If you've got pressing needs, such as a new furnace or better insulation, these should be at- can also maximize your chanc- tended to before all else, es of making the right decision There's no point in adding by consulting a real estate pro- snug new carpets if your house fessional. Realtors can tell you is cold and drafty in the winter, which renovations are popular If yoür home is in good repair and free of major defects, then you can decide whether you want to undertake cosmetic changes or go with more practical practical improvements. and could lead to increased value. Cosmetic renovations are extremely extremely popular and usually the most affordable. Many As for adding worth to your homeowners . . foregoing property, many people make more ex P®. nsive projects in faite faite mistake of thinking a big Vour t of ^ su , ch / s inten ° r ticket item will automatically P amt |?8» updated decor, and lead to an increase in value new fl( ? rs andca *?? ets - Exten- While pools, decks and patios ° r pamtm . g and Sldn ? g j as wel1 can be a source of enjoyment ^ d °° rS for you and your family, you D hlgh on 016 lsL may mn risk of not fully re- , Because potential buyers, like home owners, are drawn to at- couping your outlay when you sell. Often, you may be better off considering a more functional functional project. There are no guarantees when it comes to realizing a profit on your renovation investment. If your goal is simply to increase increase the value of your home, the only method that works is to find out what is most desira- tractive homes, money spent beautifying your property can also serve to increase its value. Functional improvements such as kitchen and bathroom renovations are also among the most likely to add value. Finished Finished basements are a good choice, especially for those with children. Energy efficient ble to the buying public. You features are much sought these days, and most buyers will inquire inquire about your monthly heating heating and air conditioning costs. The primary reasons home- owners cite when deciding to renovate are to make their homes more attractive, to add value, and as part of regular maintenance. But, surveys have shown that cosmetic and functional renovations have the best chance of increasing value. value. It appears that a new kitchen kitchen or hardwood floor offers more appeal to the average home buyer than a pool. This, of course, assumes your home is already well-maintained. Landscaping falls into a separate separate category. Because you can opt for either modest improvements improvements or a total transformation, transformation, your decision is more complicated. Modest landscaping, landscaping, such as a new garden or walkway will certainly make your home more sellable, but more extensive work can be very expensive and not all buyers buyers will have the same taste as you do. © cornerstone realty ltd., realtor 104 king st. e., bowmanville Call Linda McLennan** Associate Broker 623-6000 JUST LISTED!! Exceptionally clean 4 bedroom home in mature area. Main floor family room. Lovely newer cupboards in eat-in kitchen - sliding glass walkout to large, private deck. Finished rec room with pine floor. Don't miss this one - you won't be disappointed!! $152,900. Linda McLennan** 623-6000 STARTING OUT OR nianna RETIRING! THE HOME WITH IT ALL! uianne This is tor you. Lovely one -4 + 1 bedrooms, 4 baths, 1 ensu- Warren* bedroom mobile. Super ite, main floor family room with q 9 i oc Don deck with B.B.Q. area fireplace and walkout to deck, oaies Hep. Includes fridge, stove, all Central air/vac, inside entrance to curtains and blinds- and a- double garage and the lower level brge fully insulated shed, features an in-law suite with its Great garden area at back, own walkout. Shows beautifully. Only $21,000. Only $177,900. Call Dianne Warren* Office 623-6000 Tor. Line 428-1206. Marg Bain* Sales Rep. Call Marg Bain* (9.05) 623-6000 PRIME RESIDENTIAL AREA is the location of this most exquisite century home situated on a 74 x 180 ft. garden lot with matured trees. The home is beautifully decorated and extensively upgraded all in keeping with the era Circa 1880-1890 arid exudes charm throughout. Asking $339,000. Call Marg Bain for more details at 623-6000. CENTRAL LOCATION " 3 bedroom, all brick twin home. FA gas heat. Shows like a dream! $113,900. HOBBY FARM 10 acres. 6 years new. Ventury home with over 2000 sq. ft. of living space, walkouts walkouts and deck. Asking $171,500. Fora market evaluation of your property, please call David Passant**, Associate Broker today! LOOK AT THIS! $42,900 - 100'x 150' building lot, Orono area $49,900-132x247 (approx. 1 acre) building lot in; Kendal $64,900 - 200 X 200 executive building lot JUST LISTED-2-10 acre parcels with trees $65,90$, each $135,500 - Bungalow With income potential xs / v : ' Pauleen Goselin* Sales Rep. (905) 623-6000 24 hr. pager PRICED REDUCED TO $199,900. 4 bedroom gas heatèd, 2 storey executive home in Bowmanville. Main floor family room with fireplace, main floor laundry and access to double car garage. Greenhouse kitchen. Cali Rauleen Goselin* 623-6000. Doug Humphrey** Member of Hall of Fame EXECUTIVE- SWEET! Beautiful 4 bedroom bedroom home on 12 1/2 wooded acres. Located y just north of. Bowmanville in. an area of country country estates. Overlooks your . . .... , , . own spring-fed stocked pond. Around 2800 sq. ft. home on 1,4 acreSl ,ncludes Very well finished plus a full basement and large dou- ' ble garage. Offered at $339,900. Call Doug Hurnphrey**4323-6000. "JUST LISTED ' Enniskillen Villag.e. 3 bedroom ' large paddock with barn for horses. horses. Asking $133,900. JUST LISTED 3 bedroom Orono Village home - Includes walkout from family room, bright eat-in kitchen plus large garage on 65' ; x 165' lot! Asking $112,500. <: < lOS&lt Ron Moore* Sales Rep. 623-6000 24 hr. 623-9263 (res.) WHY ARE YOU STILL RENTING? When as a first time buyer with 5% down you can carry this brand new Victorian style, 3 bedroom, freehold townhome at less than $800 a month. This home features 1-4 pc. and 1-2 pc. bathrooms, attached garage, large eat-in kitchen and walkout to backyard. Close to schools, shopping and seconds from the 401. Priced at just $117,900. To view call Ron Moore now! No Down Payment? Call me, I can help. BRAND SPANKING HEW! 1709 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 storey with attached 2 car garage features centre hall plan with large family room, separate dining room, 4 pc. ensuite ensuite and walk-in closet. Roughed-in central vac and roughed-in central air, 3 bathrooms, at an exceptionally low $166,900. amaaga3l8SBe ^ ll8:;:saMieMlMBiaBa3>| ^^ j.p. ,