HOMES+ Magazine Issue 159

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$399,900 A GREAT PLACE TO START 3 bedrooms 1.5 bathrooms. 1,281 sqft. 2 storey condo offers a terrific living space and a super convenient location. Close to major highways, shopping and public transit. MLS®

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! Two separate unserviced lots available just east of Stratford and west of Kitchener in the town of Shakespeare. Each lot measures 66’ x 132’. MLS $189,900 per lot.

ENERGY EFFICIENT HOMES DESIGNED FOR TODAY’S LIVING!

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SUPERIOR CUSTOM BUILT FINORO HOME Brand new 1,953 sqft. home built.

3 bed 2.5 baths. Second living space on upper level with large windows allowing for beautiful sunlight to shine through.

Fabulous kitchen with quartz counter tops and ceramic tile flooring. Double car garage. MLS®

SOLD $999,900

BEAUTIFUL END UNIT TOWNHOME 1,661 sqft. 2 storey, freehold townhome. 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms. Primary bedroom features walk-in closet and 3pc ensuite. Gorgeous bright white kitchen with quartz counter tops.

Single car garage. MLS®

STUNNING BRAND NEW HOME 1,302 sqft. bungalow built featuring 2 bdrms on the main level & 2 bdrms in fully fin’d basement. 3 full baths including a 3pc ensuite & walk-in closet in primary bdrm. Beautiful large ceramic tile flooring through the foyer, LR & kitchen. Double car garage. MLS®

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FREEHOLD TOWNHOME 3 bdrms 2.5 baths. 1,552 sqft. 2 storey home. Dark laminate flooring in living room & dinette. Ceramic tile floor throughout foyer & kitchen.

4pc ensuite & large double closets in primary room. Single car garage w/ automatic door opener. MLS®

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$2,250,000 POOLSIDE OASIS ON ½ ACRE IN DOON Elegant 3700 sq ft executive home on exceptional lot. 5 bdrms, 3.5 baths with walkout basement. Luxe kitchen and bright living room with fireplace. 3 tier composite deck w hot tub, saltwater pool w waterfall and stunning landscaping. MLS®

$849,900 RIVERSTONE ESTATES Stunningly renovated townhouse like no other.

Over 2000 sqft with newly renovated kitchen and baths. Open concept living. Ideal home office in walkout basement, access to patio backing onto Grand River and walking trails.

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$749,900 ROSEMOUNT BUNGALOW Well maintained home on a 50 x 110 ft lot in the Rosemount area. Walking distance to schools, churches, shopping, walking trails & public transp.

Home boasts 1,700 sqft of finished living space. 2 beds, 2 baths, separate dining room with walk-out to deck, & finished rec room. Roof ‘21. MLS®

$708,000 RESORT STYLE LIVING AT TREETOPS Executive townhouse in one of the most sought after complexes in the city. Countryside serenity just steps from urban conveniences. 3 bdrm, 3.5 baths fully finished w/renovations throughout.

Beautiful forest views. Resort style amenities.

Pool, tennis courts, club house and more. MLS®

COMING SOON STUNNING HOME BACKING ONTO THE GRAND RIVER Private ½ acres treed lot. 7 beds, 6 baths & over 6,000 sqft. Home with floor to ceiling fireplace.

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SEPTEMBER

Market Report

EDITORS NOTE Cool weather, Halloween, pumpkin spice everything. The beauty of the colourful countryside, comfy sweaters, and kids gearing up to trick or treat.

parent. Home is where you heart soars and thrives.

Home gives us a sense of belonging.

We hope that our publication HOMES+ gives our readers that sense of familiarity every month. We have many great things coming to our readers over the next few months. For over 12 years, we’ve worked very hard to make HOMES+ a familiar resource in the Wellington-Waterloo Region.

Fall is known as one of the seasons where homeowners are encouraged to renovate, sell, and buy a new place to call home.

Home – “the place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household.”

Over the past few years, I’ve lived in many places. However, I see the word “home” as more of a feeling than a place. Home is your morning cup of coffee in a familiar mug, or a warm hug from a spouse, child or

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Until Next Time; Love hard, live vicariously, and find your meaning of “home.” Share what makes a home in your life on our Instagram @homesplusmagazine.

-Trina Stewart

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518 HOMES SOLD

down 25.3% from September 2021

$752,421

AVERAGE PRICE FOR DETACHED HOME down 4.7% from September 2021

23 DAYS ON MARKET compared to 10 days in September 2021

* Provided by The Waterloo Region Association of Realtors ®

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CONTENTS

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R E A L E S TAT E

RENO & DECOR

LIFE STYLE

06 Cover Showcase

45 Why Your Empty

04 Events to Visit This

Chamberlain Estate

22 What is a Mortgage

House Won’t Sell

by Shauna Lynn

Investment Corporation (MIC)?

by Geoff Rabideau

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Fall!

by Emilija Perisic

38 Pork Calvados

by Dana Shor tt

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At this time of year when we give thanks and prioritize spending time with those closest to us, we would like to give a special thanks to our Editor Trina Stewart.

Trina has been dedicating her time and energy to Issue 159 while also being there for her family during the illness and loss of her father. We can’t express enough how much we appreciate her insistence on doing as much as she can in her role at the magazine, while remaining close and a constant support to her family. Trina, our deepest condolences to you and your family. Homes+ is thankful for you.

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Autumn EVENTS

HOMES + E X P L O R E S

We are half way through October so let’s take advantage of this beautiful weather!

Here are a few last minute events and places to visit with family and friends. There are a few Halloween events & Parades to check out too! What a perfect way to end October.

PARADES

PUMPKIN PATCHES

October 28th - 29th | St. Jacobs ON Pick up at Block Three Brewing or the The Big Tent at The Fat Sparrow Block starting October 15th! Carve the pumpkin & place on King Street on one of the event evenings. Wear a Halloween costume & come out to see all of the jack-o-lanterns!

www. snydersfamilyfarm.com The fall season is nothing without pumpkin picking.

Snyders farm is the perfect place to go for great pumpkins and yummy baked goods! they have a beautiful country patio with a campfire where you can enjoy gourmet pizza with friends, or bring the kids to have fun at the farm with tree forts, animal barnyard and so much more!

St.Jacobs Pumpkin Parade

Monster Parade

Snyders Family Farm | Bright, ON

6pm on October 22nd | Elora, ON www.monstermonth.ca/

Good Family farm Pumpkins | Waterloo, ON

THEMUSEUM’s Annual Halloween Tot Parade

Has been around for 60 years! Grow over 100 varieties of squash, pumpkins and gourds!

October 28th | Kitchener, ON Dress the little ones up and join the parade! Get the treat bags ready to collect all the yummy sweets all around Downtown Kitcheners local small businesses!

Strom’s farm & Bakery | Guelph, ON With a delicious bakery, pumpkins and fall activities including a night maze!

HALLOWEEN EVENTS Pumpkins After Dark

Until October 30th | Milton, ON

www.pumpkinsafterdark.com/ontario

Featuring thousands of handcarved pumpkins, which is Canada’s award-winning Outdoor Halloween Event.

Fear Farm

Until October 30th | Bright, ON www.fearfarm.ca Do you like being scared and spooked out? Fear Farm is the place for you to get genuine Halloween scares! Enjoy corn mazes, haunted houses, & Hayrides.

Halloween Fun Fair

October 22nd 11-4pm | Hamilton, ON At Dundas driving park, come visit all the small business vendors, family activities games and costume contests! Perfect for the kiddos!

TRAILS Huron Natural Area Kitchener, ON

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CHAMBERLAIN ESTATE Extraordinarily beautiful Tudor-Revival residence with a commanding presence.

Upon arrival, the Porte-Cochere presents a feeling of magnificence. Step inside and marvel at the timeless elegance of the classical staircase masterpiece. It’s rare to discover a 3 storey double brick, 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom home featuring grand-scale rooms.

Chamberlain Estate is a beloved setting for film productions.

“THE QUEEN’S GAMBIT” 2X Golden Globe hit was partially filmed in Galt and on this property featuring renown Hollywood star-actress attending a house party. Magnificent! MLS

$3.5M

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TRANQUILITY IN THE CITY! Gorgeous English Manor-style home set in a glorious 0.36 acre mini-forest, ideal for nature lovers who desire the benefits of Forest Bathing. You’ll love the peacefully restorative calming effect and sense of well-being while lounging outside and connecting with the woods.

A Perfect Family Home in a highly desirable, quiet community offering sought-after neighbourhood schools!

Arrange a showing today of this Exceptional Home! MLS

$2.095M

RIVER OAK ESTATES Luxury Living awaits in this exquisite custom-built, sophisticated residence in Waterloo’s most prestigious neighbourhood of Luxe homes.

This 14,380 SF stone manor-home featuring 6 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms is perfect for a large family. Parking for 7 cars under roof. Set on a lush 1-acre lot overlooking picturesque Emerald Lake and private greenspace.

A genuine rarity. EXCLUSIVE

Colleen Whitney

Sales Representative

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE • EST. 1911

519.746.6300 x233 colleen.whitney@whitneyre.com www.whitneyres.com WHITNEY & Company Realty Limited, Brokerage

WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE | LUXURY LEADER | TOP NEGOTIATOR Longest Standing Real Estate Brokerage of 85 Years in Waterloo Region

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9 0 8 OT T E R B E I N C O U R T KITCHENER

Elegance radiates from every inch of this impressive home crafted by KLONDIKE (built in 2021), located in the prestigious Blue Springs neighbourhood. Superior craftsmanship and custom upgrades are evident throughout this bright, extraordinary 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 2 car garage home backing green space.The moment you arrive you’ll be instantly impressed by the dramatic exterior finishes, including dark stone driveway, black clad windows, timber porch pillars and gables.

Upon entry you’ll realize the interior perfectly mirrors the exterior with a blend of minimal contemporary design, clean lines, sleek white aesthetics and a touch of rustic wooden charm. Ideally located, close proximity to shopping, restaurants, schools and the Grand River Valley with trails. Minutes to the major highways, ideal for anyone commuting to Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph or beyond! MLS®

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4 - 4 6 1 C O LU M B I A S T W. WATERLOO

Meticulous bungalow in Beechwood’s desirable condo complex “Village on Clair Creek”! If you are looking to downsize this is a wonderful community that appeal to mature residents, singles or professional couples. This impeccable 1,355 SF home features 2 bedrooms + den, living room with gas fireplace, and California shutters, and Kitchen with dinette, ample cabinet, and pantry space.

Primary bedroom with 2 double closets, 4 pc ensuite, separate shower and oversized skylight. MLS®

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Professionalism, integrity, honesty and truth are the cornerstones of her business.

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I look forward to hearing from you!

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929 ZELLER CRESCENT $725,000

56 VALLEYSCAPE DR.

$1,899,000

2164 LINDNER COURT SHAKESPEARE

1123 NOTRE DAME DRIVE

$2,549,000

150 WATER STREET N. UNIT 609

$499,900

$1,499,000

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361 SANDOWNE DRIVE $774,900

43 FRONTIER DR.

$1,559,900

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OWN A DETACHED HOME JUST 10 MINUTES FROM WATERLOO Backsplit in the peaceful village of St. Clements. Living room on the main floor and a large family room w/walk-out on the next level down, to the outdoors in the spacious 71’x200’ yard. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & 4 floors of fin’d living space. There is room for your family, friends, pets, vehicles and hobbies in this family home! 2 cozy woodstoves (one is woodburning and one is gas), recently installed flooring gives a nice update to the large neutral space. BONUS!! You’ll love the oversized attached garage/workshop with its own gas furnace, and mezzanine storage. MLS®

Just steps from Riverside Park this 1,235 sqft executive condo is spectacular! Open Concept Living/Dining/ Kitchen and Bedrooms.

Very spacious unit offers a number of lovely updates, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, rich hardwood & neutral tile flooring throughout, insuite laundry, balcony, 2 storage units, u-ground parking & fabulous building amenities including indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, exercise room, party room & more. MLS®

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59 Waffler Crescent,Cambridge MLS®

122 Nith River Way, Ayr MLS®

Lot On Well-Established Neighbourhood

Meticulously maintained East Galt Home 3 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed At $535,000

Small town living, minutes from the city.

Stanley park raised bungalow.

Listed At $450,000

2 Beds | 2 Baths | Listed At $598,000

3 Beds | 2 Baths | Listed At $789,900

1300 Caen Avenue, Woodstock MLS®

111 Maple Street, Drayton MLS®

95 Maple Street, Drayton MLS®

92 Maple Street, Drayton MLS®

Great Opportunity In Desirable Woodstock 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed At $825,000

Sunlight Heritage Homes Oxford Model 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Listed At $899,800

Sunlight Heritage Homes Bellamy Model

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4 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed at $899,900

4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Listed At $989,800

12-485 Pringle Avenue, Milton Mls®

901 Fall Harvest Court, Kitchener MLS® Custom Designed Grason Home 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed At $2,650,000

300 Joseph Schoerg Cres, Kitchener MLS® Award Winning Historic Estate 5 Beds | 6 Baths | Listed At $3,350,000

643 Regal Place, Waterloo MLS®

Stunning Executive Home In Milton 3 Beds | 3 Baths | Listed At $1,335,000

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Stunning Chateau-Style Waterloo home

4 Beds | 5 Baths | Listed At $3,725,000

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G LIS TIN W NE INVESTORS OR FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS Investors / Small Business Owners – 1200 sq / ft self standing building with 2 offices, washroom and remainder warehouse space. Ample parking in front and rear of property. Rear of property is fenced. Property is zoned M2. Buyer to do their own due diligence in regard to zoning with the City of Kitchener. MLS®

FAMILY-FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD! .504 acres vacant fenced property adjacent to 115 Clarke Road also known as 7 Chaterhouse Crescent. There is 8’ x 40’ Office Trailer onsite and included.

Detached 20’ x 20’ storage garage with concrete floor. Which is ideal for additional vehicle storage. Great investment opportunity, call for details. MLS®

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON THIS 11.2 OR 21.4 ACRE PROPERTIES Backing onto thousands of acres of crown land. Pick your building site on this mature lot. Huge natural ponds, creeks & trails near by. Builder plans available, many models to choose from. Access to Hwy17 via Hwy 539. Mins to Warren, only 30 mins to Sturgeon Falls & mins to lakes including Lake Nipissing. MLS®

FOR INVESTORS! Owner is willing to lease back for 1 - 5-year term. Solidly built all brick & maintenance free exterior, lovely 3-bdrm bungalow. Great open layout, main floor hardwood & walkout to large grilling deck. Nicely fin’d rec-room w/3 pc bath. Call Realtor direct for lease terms. EXCL

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INVESTORS OR FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS Maintenance free all brick bungalow located in central Forest Hill/West Kitchener family friendly neighbourhood. MLS®

FAMILY HOME IN WOODSTOCK Open concept hrdwd flrs & gas FP. Main flr bdrm w/ensuite bath, 2nd bdrm & laundry room. Lwr lvl fin’d rec, 3rd bdrm, workshop, & 3-pc bath. MLS®

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ATTENTION INVESTORS Great location project to realize an opportunity to own a solid investment.

460 Wellington St N Kitchener, Home is an estate sale. MLS®

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BRESLAU HOME, QUALITY-BUILT BY THOMASFIELD

Loaded w/upgrades. 2 Sheds. Rec room w/wet bar & bdrm. 3 bdrms on the upper floor. MLS®

ALL BRICK BUNGALOW Fully customized w/top-of-the-line quality features. 2,300 sqft, main wood flrs. Fully finished bsmnt. MLS®

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BEAUTIFUL HOME W/ ACCESSIBILITY IN BADEN 4 bdrms, 3 baths. Bsmnt ren’d w/separate entrance (R3 zoning).

Accessibility, elevator, roll in shower.

MLS®

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FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD! 4 bed family home in Kitchener West/ Forest Heights. Home needs some TLC. w/hrdwd flrs. private backyard.

Close to schools and shops. MLS®

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HURON PARK! Home w/many upgrades, hrdwd flring, & open concept. Modern kitchen, S/S appls. Upper lvl laundry & 3 beds.

Close to amenities. MLS®

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$2,495,000 PETERSBURG Stunning, luxury home, situated on a ½ acre w/2500 SF detached shop, offering endless possibilities w/hydro/water, oversized garage doors, 18’ ceilings & 640 sqft mezzanine.

Offering 3800+ sqft of luxurious living space, w/4 beds 3 baths & quality finishes. Grand 2 storey foyer & open concept layout/panoramic views of the tranquil yard through a backdrop of windows. Dream kitchen w/large centre island & walk-in pantry. Spacious dining area & sophisticated great rm w/gas fireplace w/stone surround/shiplap mantle & soaring cathedral ceilings w/architectural beams! Lavish primary suite w/2 walk-in closets & 6-pce spa-like ensuite. Exemplary craftmanship & stunning features throughout! MLS®

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$2,195,000 PIONEER TOWER WEST Located just mins from the 401! Offering 5,440 sqft of finished living space, this 4+1 bed, 4 bath home is loaded w/high-end finishes. Designer kitchen w/quartz counters, oversized waterfall island & walk-in pantry. Formal dining rm, great rm complete w/linear gas FP w/dramatic stone surround. Primary suite w/walk-in closet, & a spa-like 5-piece ensuite. 2nd level w/2 bedrms, 3rd bedrm/upper level family rm, 5-pc main bath, bonus loft/office & gym. Bsmt w/rec rm, bedrm, 5-pc bath & laundry rm. Stately curb appeal, dramatic cedar post & beam entrance, resort style backyard w/saltwater pool & hot tub, outdoor kitchen w/pizza oven & BBQ. MLS®

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$1,795,000 CARRIAGE CROSSING Stunning, executive home (Milla). Offering 4+1 beds 5 baths & over 4,800 sqft of living space. Stunning Barzotti kitchen w/large centre island, granite counters, marble backsplash. Great rm w/gas FP & custom built-in surround. Lavish primary suite w/walk-in closet, 2nd closet & a spa-like 5-pc ensuite w/heated floors, double vanity, makeup table, soaker tub & tiled-glass shower. 3 additional beds (2 share “Jack-&-Jill”), 4-piece main bath. Bsmt w/large rec rm, 5th bedrm, 3-piece bath & workshop. 10’ main flr ceilings, crown moulding, pot lights, designer light fixtures, California Shutters, decorative transom windows, stone counters, engineered hardwd/porcelain tile & more! MLS®

$1,695,000 BLUE SPRINGS Elegantly crafted, Klondike home (built ‘22), backing greenspace w/accessory apartment (legal duplex) w/separate entrance. Offers 3,800+ sqft of exquisitely finished living space w/ 4+1 beds 4 baths. High-end quality finishes, dining rm w/servery/wet bar, dream kitchen w/quartz counters, island & walk-in pantry. Sophisticated great rm w/gas FP. Lavish primary suite w/ walk-in closet & 5-piece ensuite. Incredible finishes: crown moulding, engineered hardwd/porcelain tile, ceiling treatments, potlights/designer light fixtures, quartz counters & more! Lower-level in-law suite w/modern kitchen, living rm, bedrm, 4-piece bath & laundry. Stately curb appeal, interlock driveway/patio & oversized yard w/forest views. MLS®

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$745,000 | KITCHENER Well-maintained and renovated freehold townhouse. Over 1,400 sqft with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, finished basement. This house is located in a family-oriented area close to school, shopping, and a few minutes to the highway. many updates.

$495,000 | KITCHENER Larger and well established restaurant business with a high sale, excellent lease in place. Freestanding 9,000 sqft area, 270 seats inside, 166 Seats patio.

Complete kitchen with several areas & walk-ins. Plus separate office. Located between two encore hotels.

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$4,900/mth | WATERLOO Commercial/retail/office close to University of Waterloo (Next street to university plaza) and surrounded by thousands of university student apartment units. Great for food & other services. Excellent opportunity to rent and make it ready for your business. 3 or 5 years lease.

$2,800/mth | KITCHENER Extra ordinary bright 3 bedroom plus 2 bathroom in a newly built home( lower level).9 foot ceiling with warm sub floor with full kitchen. Separate hydro meter. A must see hzome. Ready to be occupied.

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$5,499,000 4426 WILMOT EASTHOPE RD, NEW HAMBURG Springburn Farm, 100-acre estate property with prime farmland. 5 beds/4 baths. Unique blend of modern luxury living & peaceful cottage. Fully stocked swim-pond, gourmet kitchen, primary bedroom with oasis ensuite. Detached garage for up to 6 vehicles. 15 mins from Waterloo. MLS® Contact Angela & Kim

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$1,399,000 28 HALEY CT. W. MONTROSE

$1,199,000 5584 DEBORAH GLAISTER LINE, WELLESLEY

Spacious 2 storey home in West Montrose sitting on .571 acre with +3,000 sqft offering 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, family room with stone fireplace, sun room, swimming pool, hot tub, pool bar & pool house. MLS® Contact Angela

Formerly a Presbyterian church built in 1865 converted to a home. 4 bed, 2 bath home, +2,900 sqft living space, four season sunroom, just under an acre with large spring fed pond. 5 minutes to Wellesley, 20 mins to Waterloo. MLS® Contact Angela

For Sale $899,000 143 FOXBORO DRIVE, BADEN

2 bed 3 bath condo bungalow. Adult Lifestyle Community. LR with gas FP, eatin kitchen, prim bed with ensuite, finished rec room. MLS® Contact Angela

For Sale $850,000 22 RED MAPLE PLACE, KITCHENER

Family home on pie-shaped lot, 4 bed 3 bath, family room with gas fireplace & sliders to yard, 5th level with plenty of storage. MLS® Contact Angela

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$799,000 247 OLD POST ROAD, WATERLOO Large 2-storey executive townhome 2,000+ sqft of living space, steps to community pool! Double garage, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room. Near UW & Renison University. MLS® Contact Kim

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292 THORNCREST DRIVE, WATERLOO

3 beds, 3 baths w/+2,000 sqft living space. Living room with gas fireplace, eatin kitchen with sliders to deck. Near to St. Jacob’s Farmer’s Market & Waterloo Tech Park. MLS® Contact Angela

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96-98 COOPER STREET, CAMBRIDGE $775,000 TRIPLEX IN HESPELER! Sitting on large lot, is walking distance to downtown Hespeler. Minutes to 401, with 4 parking spots & steps to 2 GRT. Ideal for multi-generational living, investment or mortgage help. Main floor boasts 2 units, 1 bachelor and one 2-beds, both can be sold vacant. MLS®

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$3,499,000 ~ BRAND NEW CUSTOM HOME! Brand new custom home on 7 acres designed with meticulous attention to detail and a modern open concept layout. Located 5 min from Baden and 15 min from Kitchener-Waterloo. This bungalow features a 5 car garage (3 wide + 2 tandem), 2+2 bedrooms plus an office/gym and 3.5 bathrooms with 10 foot ceilings on the main floor and the highest level of quality on both levels. A chef’s kitchen, massive windows, gas fireplaces, walkout to deck, ensuite bathrooms, walk-in closets, and too many features and upgrades to list. No detail has been overlooked in this one of a kind dream custom home!

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$699,900 ~ DOWNTOWN KITCHENER Completely Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath situated within walking distance of Google, School of Pharmacy, LRT and close to expressway. New renovations include: roof, windows, furnace & air, plumbing, electrical, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and siding. MLS® Call Ryan

2 bdrm 1.5 bath executive townhouse with low maintenance fees of $110 per month! 1400+ sq.ft. with eat-in kitchen. Single garage & driveway that allows parking for two. Great location near shopping, parks, walking trails and hwy 401. MLS® Call Ryan

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3 bdrm home, situated on a half acre lot close to Flamboro Downs. 10 min drive from Hamilton, this home features a det’d 1,200 sqft garage w/10 ft drive in door, walk out basement, dbl car garage & fen’d rear yard.

The house requires updating.

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458 MARKET ST, PORT ELGIN $625,000 Fully renovated bungalow in desirable neighborhood less than 10 min walk to beach. Spacious open concept kitchen and living area offering lots of space to entertain. Finished rec-room. MLS®

A-391 CHURCHILL COURT, WATERLOO $600,000 This freehold semi-detached Raised Bungalow on pie shaped private lot. Separate entrance to basement. Upper unit w/new flrs throughout main areas. Walking distance amenities. MLS®

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41 LEMON STREET, GUELPH $1,890,000 St. George’s Park has distinguished itself as one of Guelph’s most prestigious neighbourhoods. +$675,000 in upgrades in this 2 storey solid brick estate. Sitting on a third of an acre. MLS®

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573 MARL MEADOW CRES, KITCHENER $1,300,000

3+2 bdrm, 4 bath home w/3,600+ sqft of living space. Double height family room. High Demand location! Lots of upgrades & on premium walk-out lot backing to protect forest. MLS®

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532 NATHALIE ST. KITCHENER $1,149,900 This Brand-New 2,130 sqft 2 Storey Activa Built with WALK OUT basement sits on a pie shaped premium lot. Loads of upgrades. Fast access to HWY. Shows better than a Model Home. MLS®

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302-65 HIGHLAND CRESCENT, KITCHENER Opportunity for first time home buyers or investors.

Close to all amenities. Close to hwy. 2 beds, 1 bath corner unit. Laminate flrs throughout. Updated kitchen. In-suite laundry 1 parking space.MLS®

1075 SUNSET DRIVE, ST CLEMENTS $830,000 Home over 3,000 sqft. Backing onto farm-land.

Yard w/large deck & pond. 4 car drive-way.

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101-20 STATION SQUARE, ELORA $520,000 Welcome to Station square condominiums. 2 bed, 1 bath unit located on main floor. Condo fees include heat & water, indoor parking space & storage locker. Close to amenities. MLS®

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94 NORTH HILL PLACE $1,745,000 0.99 acres of R3 zoning in the city! R3 zoning allows for various uses. Currently, there are 2.5 acres being developed adjacent to this property with lots currently for sale. MLS®

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31 REISTWOOD DR, KITCHENER $1,349,000 Beautiful 2 years young all brick 2 storey built by Heathwood Homes with stunning curb appeal in a Family Oriented Neighbourhood. All high-end window coverings. +3400 sqft of living space. MLS®

3208 PERTH LINE 26 LINE $1,389,900 Bungalow w/all brick exterior, 2,065 sqft on main floor. 3+1 beds, 3 full baths. Open concept w/ dinette, w-out to deck. Gourmet kitchen w/ island, ss appls. 6 cars driveway. MLS®

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104 - 2 LANCASTER ST E, KITCHENER $799,900 One-of-a kind, 1,880 sqft. Direct access to parking from condo. LR/DR w/hrdwd flr. Primary bed w/gas FP & 6pc ensuite & w-in closet. lounge w/billiard exercise rm w/w-outs to roof top garden. MLS®

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$899,900 CLASSIC BEAUTY Character & Charm permeates this historic classic beauty with too many stunning features to list!

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$1,449,000 HOBBY FARM Indeed a property for anyone and everything.

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$1,050,000 SURE TO IMPRESS! Gorgeous 2 storey home. Formal dining room, kitchen plus breakfast area featuring a walk in pantry, granite countertops and peninsula. Great room boasts a beautiful stone feature wall complete with natural gas fireplace! Stunning Master complete with walk in closet and 5pc ensuite. MLS®

$1,025,000 FAMILY FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD Stunning 2 Storey, Energy Star Home Which Offers 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, An Open Concept Main Floor, And Beautiful Upgrades And Finishes Throughout.

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$719,900 COUNTRY LIVING 1.9 acres of beautiful rolling fields and country living awaits, endless possibilities for flower, fruit & vegetable gardens, a hobby farm, kids play area and more! MLS®

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$1,800,000 RARE FIND 132’ ft of crystal clear Georgian Bay waterfront! RARE find.

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$675,000 LOG HOME ON 1 ACRE Spacious home offers 3 bdrms + loft & 2 baths. Modern finishes.

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$529,000 LAKE HURON WATERFRONT 3 acre property offers a clean rocky 280 ft. shoreline & sunset views on Lake Huron. Driveway + large clearing installed, with hydro & year-round road maintenance.

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$999,900 EXECUTIVE FAMILY HOME Fabulous updated 2,250 sq.ft. carpet-free home is located steps from Monarch Woods. Open concept main floor w/spacious foyer, formal living room open to dining room & kitchen w/built-in SS appliances (including induction cooktop), island & quartz countertops. Large deck & fully fenced, landscaped rear yard. Main floor family room w/gas FP, & laundry/mud room. 2nd floor w/large Loft/Office area. Primary bedroom includes 4 pc ensuite & a walk-in closet. Renovated 4 pc main bath. Minutes to Boardwalk shopping & restaurants, both universities, schools, parks, trails & public transit. MLS®

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$734,900 HEART OF UPTOWN WATERLOO! This 1,451 sqft (includes balcony), corner unit features 2 balconies, 2 beds, carpet free layout, with new maple flooring. 9-foot ceilings, large living room with a walkout to balconies. Gourmet kitchen includes caesarstone countertops, double sinks, chevron marble backsplash, ss appls & b-bar. Master bedroom offers walk-in closet & 5-piece, in-suite laundry. Extensive amenities including a concierge, gym, guest suites & visitor parking, movie theatre, party room & rooftop terrace. Located steps from the LRT, nightlife and restaurants and all that uptown has to offer, a short distance to the expressway.

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MAKING YOUR HOME YOUR OWN AFTER DIVORCE Maggie Horsburgh Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE)TM

“Out with the old and in with the new” is easier said than done after a breakup, especially if you’ve been together for a long time. Everything seems to hold a memory. Some good…some not so good. When you’re in the midst of a divorce, trying to sort through can be overwhelming.

You are quarrelling over items that you worked hard to acquire, have sentimental or monetary value, or were yours before the marriage. Whatever the reason, we feel we need to hang on to things...or the memory of things.

But the truth is that holding onto things can stop us from moving forward. Whether you’re staying in the marital home or starting over in a new one, it’s important to make it your own.That starts with letting go of the items that remind you of the past.

It may not be in your budget to furnish your home with all new things so you may need to hang onto some items out of necessity.

Where that’s the case, look for ways you can transform those items into your own.

A new coat of paint can change the look and feel of a dresser or table. Reupholster or cover a sofa with new fabric and throw pillows to give it new life. Put your personal touches throughout.

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This is also an excellent time to declutter. Get rid of things you no longer need or clothes you no longer wear or like. A new life often inspires a new look and style, so not only will this give you more space for the new things that you like, it will also help clear your mind and give you room to move on.

Whether it’s your existing home or a new home, you now have the freedom to make your own choices, without compromise. This is your chance to make your home your own. As you sort through your belongings and what you want to take with you, ask yourself if they fit with the new you. If they don’t, let them go.

Those things that I wanted so badly from my first marriage ended up just being reminders of a past that I’d moved on from and their ‘sentimental’ or ‘monetary’ value no longer mattered. They became a weight on my shoulders. Today, not one of those items remains in my life. I’ve embraced a new life and ridding myself of those items made me feel lighter.

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363 Morrison Rd., Kitchener | $874,900 3 + 1 bed, 2 bath backsplit with basement greenspace walkout close to Chicopee. MLS®

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THE GLEN ROYAL Elegant adult-oriented building. Updated 1,970 sqft. 3 bed, 2 bath carpet-free unit. In-suite laundry. Primary bed w/ensuite & walk-in closet.

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THE REGENCY 1,030 sqft. condo unit! Fully renovated, carpetfree, 2 bed, 2 full baths & In-suite laundry.

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PORK Calvados

Pork and apples are a match made in heaven - the perfect combination to enjoy at this time of the year. Calvados (French Apple Brandy) is expensive and an investment considering you only need 3 tablespoons for this recipe. You can substitute regular brandy if desired, or if you’re on good terms with your Hungarian neighbour, ask to borrow some of their alma palinka.

I suggest that you serve the pork with sautéed apples for an extra kick of apple flavour, especially if you use regular brandy. Serve this dish over rice or buttered egg noodles.

INGREDIENTS FOR PORK:

INGREDIENTS FOR SAUCE:

• 1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin, cut into ¾” slices • 2 tablespoons butter • Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 tablespoon butter • 6 ounces mushrooms, sliced • 3 tablespoons calvados (apple brandy) or regular brandy • ½ cup chicken stock • ½ cup 35% whipping cream • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

TO GARNISH: • 1/3 cup toasted coarsely chopped hazelnuts, optional • 2 teaspoons each chopped fresh thyme and parsley

METHOD: 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Sprinkle pork slices with salt and pepper. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pork slices. Sauté until lightly browned.

Transfer to a 2-quart casserole dish.

3. For sauce, add 1 tablespoon butter to skillet. Add mushrooms, sauté gently for 2-3 minutes. Add calvados, chicken stock and salt and pepper to taste.

Boil mixture 2 minutes.

4. Pour sauce mixture onto pork. Cover casserole with lid or foil. Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes or until pork is cooked and tender.

5. In a small bowl, combine the cream and cornstarch.

Stir cornstarch mixture into hot casserole. Bake 5 or 10 minutes until sauce is thickened.

6. Combine hazelnuts with herbs and sprinkle over top of casserole. Serve over rice or buttered egg noodles.

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$879,000 KITCHENER, ON Located in desirable Laurentian Forest! Open concept main floor featuring a foyer, 2 piece bath, & inside access to the garage. Open concept kitchen overlooking the family room. Upstairs you’ll find an oversized master suite w/2 closets, 2 great kids rooms & full 4pc bath. Fully fin’d basement has a great layout. Close to schools, shopping, public transit and easy access to the expressway. MLS®

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The Waterloo Region Association of REALTORS® (WRAR) hosted its inaugural Charity Golf Tournament in support of Habitat for Humanity Waterloo-Region (HFHWR) on Thursday, September 15th, at the Rebel Creek Golf Club. The Tournament was WRAR’s first official charity event since the August 1st amalgamation of the Cambridge Association of REALTORS® (CAOR) and the Kitchener-Waterloo Association of REALTORS® (KWAR), and it raised a total of over $43,500 for HFHWR. An online auction took place two weeks leading up to the event, which allowed non-golfers to participate in raising funds. The auction and the main event were made possible through the combined participation from members, the community, volunteers, sponsors, and donors.

“Both CAOR and KWAR had strong traditions of charitable contributions; as a new association, we are proud to continue this legacy,” said Megan Bell, President of WRAR. “The housing market is being reshaped, pushing home ownership out of reach to many community members. “REALTORS® want to help make home ownership more accessible for everyone and are proud to support an organization like HFHWR”.

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HOMES + I N S I G H T While it is possible to sell an empty house, it is rare. If you have ever tried to sell a vacated house absent its furnishings, you have likely experienced this Shauna Lynn Simon firsthand - numerous buyers Beyond The Stage Homes passing on the home and feedback that makes no sense to you. What do you mean the bedrooms look small? The living room isn’t an awkward layout! Since you have lived in the house, you know how great it looks when it’s fully furnished and decorated, and you understand how each room should be set up. The trick is to help your buyers to understand this.

Unfortunately, the ability to visualize space is a skill that not everyone has. Only about 10% of your prospective buyers have this ability to properly visualize a space beyond what they see in front of them. This means you could miss out on 90% of the potential market when listing an unfurnished home. Vacant/unfurnished homes will often take much longer to sell than an adequately staged home (staged homes sold 9 days faster than the average days on market according to RESA®’s 2021 survey). Not only does furnishing a home help buyers understand the optimal placement for their furniture, but it will also allow them to connect emotionally.

Home Staging is an effective sales technique that integrates decorating with marketing and creates an experience for home buyers. It’s not enough to furnish the home - the house needs to be effectively merchandised to sell the experience of living there.

Home staging achieves this by clearly defining the space, demonstrating the scale of each space, and creating an emotional connection.

Clearly Define the Space Start by ensuring that each room is clearly defined. This means showing buyers the intended purpose and use of each room in the home, whether it’s a bedroom, an office, a dining room, or a gathering room. Defining this intent, and showcasing this one used for the space, will allow buyers to flow more easily from room to room when viewing the home, without having to stop and think in each room about how they would utilize the space.

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Have you ever ordered an item online, but when you received it, you realized that it wasn’t quite the size you thought it was? The online site probably gave you the dimensions for the item, but you didn’t fully understand its size from the photo provided.

You take a commonly known object and place it next to the item that you’re trying to show the size of. Now let’s apply this to your empty property. Vacant rooms appear smaller than they are to prospective buyers, both in person and in photos. Since 97% of these buyers are viewing your property online (National Association of REALTORS® 2020 REPORT), showing that a king-size bed with nightstands fits in a primary bedroom, for example, will provide your buyers with the perspective they need to feel confident that their furnishings will fit the spaces.

Create an Emotional Connection Buyers want to feel a personal connection to the home, which means ensuring that it is ready by completing necessary updates and repairs, as well as furnishing and decorating the home to highlight its greatest features.

This ensures that buyers can easily flow from room to room without distraction. In an empty house, each space requires additional time (and energy) to discuss the proper use, the size of the room, what will fit, what won’t, and where everything should go. For the 90% of your buyers that do not possess the visualization skillset, this can feel overwhelming.

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$729,900 GREAT FAMILY NEIGHBOURHOOD Opportunity knocks in the ‘sought after’ neighbourhood of Breithaupt Park. All brick bungalow with great curb appeal, backing onto beautiful Breithaupt Bush, located on a large (60’ x 150’) spectacular lot with terraced yard. Home has a eat-in kitchen, formal living room with wood burning fireplace (as is), 3 bedrooms with walk-out to large deck, and an updated 3 piece bathroom makes up the main floor. Lower level has a finished recreation room with bar area & 2nd wood burning fireplace (as is), and a 1piece bathroom. MLS®

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LOVELY TOWNHOUSE $589,900 Freehold townhome in Hespeler. This home has a spacious floor plan with large dinette that includes slider door walk-out to a private backyard. This lovely townhouse includes 3 bedrooms, 4 piece bath and an upper level laundry room. Finished basement which offers extra living space, and it’s only minutes from parks, schools, downtown core and fantastic quick access to 401. MLS®

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PERFECT LOCATION $582,900 Spacious 3 bedroom bungalow on mature and quiet street. Perfect location close to schools, shopping, LRT hub, expressway and access to 401. Separate side entrance to large finished basement with 3pc bath would be great for potential in-law set up. Perfect for first time buyer or investor. MLS®

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BUNGALOW ON MATURE LOT Spacious main floor, large living room, main floor family room with walkout to beautiful backyard, 3 bedrooms, large basement with side entrance, finished recroom and 3pc bathroom, short walk from Uptown Waterloo, steps from LRT and easy access to expressway. MLS®

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BEAUTIFUL END UNIT TOWNHOME 1,661 sqft. 2 storey, freehold townhome. 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms. Primary bedroom features walk-in closet and 3pc ensuite. Gorgeous bright white kitchen with quartz counter tops.

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4pc ensuite & large double closets in primary room. Single car garage w/ automatic door opener. MLS®

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