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$875,000 BEECHWOOD 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom family home in a desirable Waterloo neighbourhood. Beautifully laid out, bright open main floor. Located close to both universities, shopping, great schools, and is part of the Beechwood West Association. MLS®

$699,000 GREAT LOCATION! Carpet free, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in the family friendly Laurentian West. Open concept main floor with hand-scraped engineered hardwood and vinyl flooring throughout. Third floor loft space is a versatile bonus space. Close to shopping, schools and dining. MLS®

$579,900 SUN-FILLED HOME! 3 bedroom bungaloft, backing onto greenspace, pond & trails. 9 ft ceilings, GR w/gas fireplace & hardwood floors. Family sized kitchen with walkout to oversize deck & garden. MBR w/4 pc ensuite & w-in closet.

Main floor laundry. Unspoiled basement. Near schools, shopping. MLS®

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$4,950,000 40 ACRE COUNTRY ESTATE Stone bungalow w/classical architecture. Pond w/tiered stone walls. Tranquil views from every window of this impressive home. Winding driveway, spacious rooms. Grand 6,080 sqft lower level designed for entertaining; oversized kitchen, open span 39’ x 34’ rec room home theatre and gym. MLS®

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CALL: Aliya Manji 519.573.9189 ACTIVA........................................................ Page 28 KITCHENER, WATERLOO, CAMBRIDGE Stunning condos, freehold towns and single detached homes across the region.

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$995,000 PRIME EASTBRIDGE LOCATION! Spacious 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home located on a pie-shaped crescent lot in desirable family-friendly neighbourhood. Steps to Eastbridge Woodlot, community trails & Millen Woods school. Enjoy family time in your professionally-landscaped backyard oasis, splashing in your salt-water pool or relaxing in your hot tub! Main floor features open-concept great room with gas fireplace, lovely bright eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances, separate dining room, plus main floor office. Upper level laundry. Finished lower level includes large games/rec room with gas fireplace, exercise room & 3-piece bath. This is the place you will want to call home! MLS®

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$899,900 FRIENDLY CONESTOGO! Unique 3+2 bdrm, 3 bath bungalow on half acre lot! $250,000 in recent renovations incl kitchen, GR & baths. Kitchen w/double ovens, granite & huge island. Stone gas fireplace, w-out bsmt, rec room w/2nd fireplace. MLS®

SOLD!

$1,269,900 INCREDIBLE EASTERLY VIEWS! Stunning home, within 10 mins of Barry’s Bay. Custom-built w/22’ ceiling point, main floor laundry, loft, & sun room. 50x56 garage w/16’ ceiling, 3 commercial doors, shop & office/living space above. Guest cabin w/2pc bath. MLS®

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$3,250,000 SAFE AND SERENE SANCTUARY 110+ acres of woods, trails & landscaped grounds, 3 ponds, saltwater pool.

Extensive stamped concrete patios, hot tub, covered seating, stone fireplace.

4 car garage, plus huge storage building. Mins to 401 & London. MLS®

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Private Waterfront Living Within the Cloisters of Blue Springs Drive - Offered at $725,000 The children have moved out of the family home to start their own new and exciting journeys, and the nest is now empty. The time has come to downsize into a private waterfront oasis that checks off all the boxes you need for that perfect retirement home.

It’s our pleasure to introduce to you, Suite #11 at 54 Blue Springs Drive in Waterloo. From the moment you step foot through the front door, the beautiful natural light will welcome you, and help spotlight all the spectaculator features of this fully renovated, 1,845 square

foot, 2 bedroom and 2.5 bathroom main floor terrace suite perfectly positioned onto the Four Wells Lake. The inviting kitchen will reinvigorate your love to cook again, with brand new quartz countertops, the desired waterfall edge feature, recessed LED lighting, and stainless steel appliances. Throughout the main and second levels of your new home, you’ll notice the extra wide, nine inch luxury vinyl plank flooring, featuring beautiful neutral tones which help compliment the colour palette of the entire space. There’s plenty of

open space in the living room and dining room for entertaining, with a bonus bar setup, and we cannot forget the patio door which leads us out onto the private terrace for those stunning waterfront views. All bathrooms have been tastefully finished with glass showers, natural stone vanities, and recessed LED lighting.

This suite is truly a rare offering in the Region, and we know you’ll love settling down in this warming new home. MLS®

Mitch Taylor REALTOR®

mtaylor@trilliumwest.com

519 994 2201

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What is our motive for this program? We hear too many times of how people are fearful of retirement, fearful of their children never being able to get into the market, fearful of what this pandemic has done to our currency supply, leading to inflation and less buying power with that Canadian Dollar you’ve worked hard to save away for a rainy day, emergency, or retirement. How much did a loaf of bread, or a 2x4 piece of lumber cost last year, 5 years ago, 50 years ago? Do we have your attention now?

This is one of the main reasons why real estate can be such a powerful asset class, if utilized properly. Real estate has given millions of people all across the world the ability to retire in peace, achieve financial freedom, retreat from the daily 9-5 grind, and build intergenerational wealth, allowing future miniature versions of yourself to benefit from. We believe in the power of real estate, and want to help you keep your condo, hold your home, and turn that property into an asset you can benefit from in more ways than you can imagine.

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52-50 BLUE SPRINGS DR WATERLOO

Meticulous 1,765 sqft, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom south-facing condo with spacious balcony at the Willowells is boutique style living in a picturesque setting, making this condo a rare find. 2 parking spaces included. EXCL

Willowells 4 5 R O C KC L I F F E D R .

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Prime Huron Village Townhouse, 2 storey end unit open concept family home with contemporary finishes. Main floor is bright, carpet free, features hardwood and neutral tile floors, and a modern kitchen with a large breakfast bar. 2nd storey features spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

Ideally located, close to schools, transit, amenities and minutes to the 401. MLS®

Huron Village RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST PENNY MAILLETTE

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519-897-0300

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| CUSTOM HOME BUILDING LOT FOR SALE Woodstock MLS® Your plan, your builder, no subdivision criteria. Close to the 401/403 and the Toyota plant. 2.65 acres. Rural living with amenities just minutes away. Easy access to the 401.

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519 885 0200

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$799,900 DESIRABLE HURON PARK Family friendly open concept home. Kitchen & dining rm w/island & b-bar. Large backyard deck.

Master w/ensuite, 2 bdrms & full bath. Downstairs w/recrm, second basement & crawl space. MLS®

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$ 1,650,000 RARE OPPORTUNITY! Attention home business owners or business owners who are currently renting space but want to own! Dry Industrial zoning with many uses. Live and work from home. MLS®

$799,000 GRAND RIVER GREENSPACE 3 bdrm, 4 bath. Shaker kitchen w/floor to ceiling cabinets, marble backsplash, granite countertops and SS appls. Family room showcases stone veneer accents & FP feature wall w/display shelving. MLS®

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$450,000 BUILDING LOT! Build your dream home on this corner lot just outside the city; 15 minute drive to Waterloo! This vacant lot offers half acre of land near Crosshill.

Country living with city convenience! MLS®

$2,980/mth DOON SOUTH 2,800+ sqft near 401! Open concept, kitchen w/granite. 3 bdrms, MBR with ensuite. 4.5 baths, dbl garage, deck & yard. Fin’d bsmt w/storage. MLS®

$750,000 CHARMING PRESTON 4 bdrm, 2 bath. Bright & large custom kitchen w/DR & access to backyard.

LR features wood burning FP made from Preston’s own river rocks! MLS®

$899,900 VERSATILE BACKSPLIT

Renovated 4 bdrm, 3.5 bath. Open concept main floor w/sunken FR, gas FP, quartz countertops & carpet free, w/hrdwd & laminate flooring. MLS®

$450,000 EAST WARD This 2 bedroom bungalow is ready for your vision. Ideal for entry level buyer or downsizing. Separate basement access from the backyard. MLS®

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DAVID McINTYRE

BRAD ENNS

519.497.5935

519.781.9110

519.500.1641

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D L O S $700,000 4 Bed, 2 Bath, Steps from Uptown!

Call Chris EXCL

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$649,900 Kitchener Court with a Walk-Out Basement!

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$599,900 Bungalow Townhouse in Waterloo! Call David!

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D L O S Bungalow Townhome in Innerkip!

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$375,000 3 Bed Townhouse in Kitchener with only $85 Monthly Fees!

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2+ Beds in Perth/Oxford/Brant County 3+ Beds in Stanley Park/East Ward 3+ Beds in Kitchener/Waterloo

3+ Bed Bungalow in Kitchener/Cambridge Legal Duplex close to DT Kitchener Legal Duplex in Cambridge

IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO SELL CALL CHRIS TODAY!

519.497.5935

B R O K E R A G E

519.578.0337

www.cmarealty.ca *Sales Representative

RYAN BRIGGS* 519.498.5775

ryan@cmarealty.ca

CHRISTINA ROONEY* 519.654.2408

christina@cmarealty.ca

DUNCAN MCLEAN* 519.590.7997

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10,000 sqft of custom details. Featuring an indoor pool, sauna, gym, home theatre, hot tub & rooftop patio overlooking Westmount Golf & CC. 5 bdrm, 8 baths w/marble, granite & onyx imported from Italy. Designer Barzotti kitchen w/Viking SS appls. Launchpad controlled in-floor heating, lighting, temperature & Sonos surround sound system controlled by a smart device or control pad in each room. Auto tinting doors, heated garage floor & backup generator. MLS® Call Ryan!

$499,900 FULLY TENANTED 4-PLEX Located on almost an acre (.89acre) in the quaint community of Nixon. Each unit has it own driveway, heating system and laundry. Tenants pay all their own utilities with annual income of $28,916. Well located only 6 min from Delhi, 10 min from Simcoe and on a school bus route. With 3,922 sqft and 4 well laid out apartments, this income property has so much potential. MLS® Call Christina!

WESTMOUNT 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, open concept bungalow.

Completely updated with hardwood floors, newer kitchen, finished basement, A/C. 1,300 sqft above grade living space with nice private backyard.

EXCL Call Duncan!

I H AV E B U Y E R S L O O K I N G F O R . . .

Genuine buyer seeks wheelchair accessible bungalow in KitchenerWaterloo up to $1.2M

Century home sought by serious buyer in Kitchener-Waterloo, preferably East Ward, up to $1M.

Patient buyer looking for a four bedroom executive home backing onto greenspace in Breslau or Maryhill, up to $1.1M.

Two separate qualified buyers looking for a condo in KitchenerWaterloo under $300,000.

IF YOU HAVE A HOME THAT FITS ONE OF THESE DESCRIPTIONS AND WOULD CONSIDER SELLING, PLEASE CALL CHRISTINA AT 519.654.2408

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You will love the lower level with a full kitchen, 2nd laundry, sep entrance, walkout to the beautiful yard. MLS® www.RedCarpetOnBlair.com

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$2,200,000 FULL TURNKEY AUTO BODY, REPAIR, SALES AND SERVICE OPERATION All machinery and equipment included. Strategically located in the auto/industrial area east London/Clarke Road. East access to Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy, 401 & 402 Hwy’s. Close to auto wreckers metal scrap yards. Fantastic location, wide zoning. Plenty of room for expansion. 845 acres of land plus 2 commercial buildings.

There is also included 504 acres vacant fenced property, ideal for additional vehicle storage. Great investment opportunity, call for details. MLS®

$325,000 719B DUCK CREEK RD, LAVIGNE Spectacular location on West Bay of Lake Nipissing, privacy with million dollar view of Keith’s Bay. Rainbow country gem! Very rare opportunity to own this solid and well kept 3 or 4 seasons, 3 bedroom cottage including a bunkie sleep camp and detached garage with 1 manual as well as 2 roll up doors, dockage and utility shed. Don’t miss out on this great value packed cottage. Call for details. MLS®

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$488,900 MARKET LOFT IN THE CORE OF DOWNTOWN KITCHENER

$888,900 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY WITH HOUSE

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519 496 7747

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WATERLOO Semi-detached in the Westvale area.

3 bedroom, 3 bathrooms and 1,290 sqft. Recently updated! MLS®

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WATERLOO • $599,000

KITCHENER • $495,000

KITCHENER • $69,000

Amazing 2 level, 5 bedroom, 5 baths, 11th floor penthouse.

Approx. 2,500 sqft. Close to the universities now rented to students.

Great positive cash flow.

Close to WU and student housing.

Rare opportunity to own the property you have your business in 1,250 sqft of finished space.

Very attractive set up. Franchise fee and training fee are included 88 seats plus 16 at patio. Excellent location. Please contact for details.

1,500 sqft area with low rent.

Sales at an acceptable level.

Could add other food items like Shawarma.

TORONTO • $2,090/mth

WATERLOO • FOR LEASE

KITCHENER • WATERLOO

WATERLOO WEST • 1.2M

Luxury condo on 14th floor. 1+1 bedroom, u-ground parking, indoor pool w/sauna, gym, virtual golf, party room, rooftop garden, 24 hr concierge. Close to shops & TTC.

Start your business here.

Commercial spaces for lease in the Universities areas. 1,250 sqft each.

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Darryl Watty*

Sam Chilton Daminato*

Direct: 519.590.0579 watty@wattyway.ca

Direct: 519.588.0296 sam@wattyway.ca

ATTITUDE, DILIGENCE & HUSTLE, FOR A LOCATION & LIFESTYLE TO LOVE.

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Condo Commercial Use

List Price: $649,900

44 Betzner Ave. N., Kitchener

Supreme Pizza (2 for 1)

About 9,000 sqft building Including 3,000 soft restaurant with patio.

Second floor units for offices or residential. Lots of potential for third floor, located in beautiful town 20 minutes from Waterloo

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List Price: $624,900

Contemporary 1,683 Sq.Ft. semi-detached in peaceful Elmira 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with a fantastic backyard oasis.

2,423 Sq.Ft. charming family home near Kitchener’s Core - with 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, there’s plenty of space for everyone.

MLS® *Contact Sam Chilton Daminato

MLS® *Contact Darryl Watty

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EDGEWATER ESTATES: KITCHENER Stunning executive home. 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms loaded with upgrades and luxurious finishes. MLS®

$875,000 CONSERVATION MEADOWS Custom-built bungalow. Walk-out basement backing greenspace. 2+2 bdrm, 3 bath home, 3200+ sqft of living space. Pro landscaped MLS®

CONSERVATION MEADOWS Coming Soon: Executive bungalow, 2+3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, with walk-out bsmt on quiet cul-de-sac. MLS®

CONSERVATION MEADOWS: WLOO 3+1 bdrm, 4 bath w/fully finished w-out bsmt backing onto protected greenspace. Over 3,400 sqft of living space MLS®

HESPELER: CAMBRIDGE 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Modern finishes throughout, finished basement with walk-up, large yard with mature trees. MLS®

TREETOPS: WATERLOO 3 bdrm, 4 bath in Treetops Community. Over 1,800 sqft of fin’d space, fantastic amenities, close to LRT, walk to Farmer’s Market. MLS®

$400,000 MIDTOWN LOFTS 1 bdrm, 1 bath with modern finishes and loaded with upgrades. Private balcony and premium underground parking spot. MLS®

ST JACOBS 3 bdrm bungalow w/detached, heated garage/workshop, fin’d bsmt, walking distance to shops and restaurants in Downtown St Jacobs. MLS®

$650,000 CHARLIE WEST 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, 1 parking spot 1,022 sqft + 170 sqft bal SW Corner unit. Views of Victoria Park. EXCL

$410,000 WESTMOUNT GRAND 1 bedroom + den, 2 bathroom, 946 sqft with balcony. Lux finishes, 9’ ceilings, granite, hardwood & underground parking. EXCL

$400,000 CHARLIE WEST 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 1 parking spot, 541 sqft + 43 sqft bal, SW Corner unit.

Tons of windows. Upgrades. EXCL

$400,000 CHARLIE WEST 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 1 parking spot, 541 sqft + 43 sqft bal, SW corner unit.

Tons of windows. Upgrades. EXCL

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$429,000 CHARLIE WEST 1 bedroom + den, 1 bathroom, 767 sqft + 46 sqft balcony. South facing.

Views of Victoria Park. Fall poss. EXCL

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$3,495,000 HIDDEN VALLEY 1+ acre grounds. 10,200+ sqft estate.

4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. Indoor pool, home theatre and backyard oasis. MLS®

KAUFMAN LOFTS Coming Soon for Lease: 1 bdrm, 1 bath heart of the innovation district, modern finishes, 1 parking space.

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Today’s Real Estate Market?

Cheryl Oudshoorn

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re you currently looking for a home in this wild-fire real estate market? We spoke with Melissa (a local resident) about her home purchasing journey. With 9 offers (most over asking), and endless hometours with her partner, they have finally closed the deal on their dream home! She shared her story with us and some tips that you may find useful if you are in a similar situation.

worth seeing or not. She was always great at reaching out to see how things were going and to just discuss the current market. She was extremely supportive through the whole process and provided honest feedback. She didn’t just tell us what we might want to hear. She always kept us informed on offer day, and I never felt like I was left in the dark wondering what was happening in the back ground.”

Melissa started her search early in 2020. In fact, their first offer was made just 2 days before COVID-19 was really impacting our region and causing schools and businesses to close. At that time, they thought the winning bid of $25,000 over asking was ridiculous! Once COVID hit, they felt relieved they had not ‘over payed’ for the home, thinking the market would simmer during lockdown. As we all know, the market did not simmer! Almost every home they put an offer on post COVID was over asking, including an offer $175K over asking on another home (and that was not even be close to the winning bid)! As you can imagine, the process was “extremely exhausting and stressful”.

Melissa has shared some useful insights and suggestions for those who find themselves in a similar situation:

Fortunately, Melissa had an excellent real estate agent guiding her through this lengthy process: “Words cannot express how wonderful Mallory is. I would put us in the not so easy to deal with category, as we have high standards of what we were looking for but also wanted to be cautious with our money. Mallory and I would be in communication constantly whether there was a house 20

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Make sure that you have an agent who suits your personality, as they are your partner in this journey.

2. As the market is very competive be sure you know what your budget is (get preapproved for a mortgage if required).

3. You will likely need to offer more than asking so adjust your price search criteria accordingly.

4. Keep in mind that there are three strategies when an agent lists a house: a) at market value b) lower than market to hopefully end in a bidding war c) price over market value with the hope that someone is willing to pay that much. The trick is determining how the listed house sits within the above three strategies - this will help you to determine an appropriate offer.

5. There is a home out there for everyone. It is frustrating but don’t give up!

HOMES + I N S I G H T As mentioned already, Melissa and her partner have found their dream home, with the help of their realtor they started to think outside the box and took a risk to get it. A friend of Melissa’s drove past a coming soon sign in front of a home with an incedible yard, she let Melissa know and Melissa contacted her real estate agent right away! Mallory “I would put us in the not so easy contacted the listing agent for more information, but to deal with category, as we have there were no interior photos available.

high standards of what we were

Taking a risk, but desperate she most excited about, here is her looking for but also wanted to be to end their search for a response: “We are beyond excited home, Mallory suggested to spend the summer in our beautiful cautious with our money.”

Melissa and her partner put new backyard that looks more like in an offer (above asking) a resort than a residential backyard. conditional on viewing the In addition, the community seems property. They didn’t want to wait for the listing to go amazing and I look forward to meeting my new live and it turned out, they weren’t the only ones with neighbours”. this idea! Knowing there was a competing offer, they If you have had similar challenges with finding a home this increased theirs and they won the deal! They were able past year, we hope this will give you a little perspective. It to view the home the next day and they are thrilled with is clear that you need a professional realtor on your team their purchase, which was a relief for all of those involved. to make purchasing a home, in this market, a reality.

We asked Melissa which feature of her new home is

Here To Help You! With Knowledge, Experience & Dedication I look forward to the opportunity to assist you with your real estate needs. Since 2011 I have been involved with real estate, learning and growing from many experiences. I am always ready to work with you; my goal is to provide you with exceptional service and I’m determined to do so!

Mallory Siezar Sales Representative

519.807.7566 | mallory@seeingyouhome.ca RE/MAX Twin City Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

1400 Bishop Street, N., Cambridge 519.740.3690

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e have some clients that have been in their first home for six years. They were just a couple, and now have two little ones. It’s time for a larger home and something closer to the husband’s work in Oxford County.

We have been talking to them on and off for a year and a half and have shown them a handful of homes. They offered on one a few months ago, but got beat out in a multiple offer situation. Last week, another home came up that was an even better fit than the previous one, so we showed it to them and helped them put together a very competitive offer. Their offer was one of eight!

With the recent burst in the real estate market, we had a very serious discussion about how important it is to

put their best foot forward as they likely wouldn’t have a second shot at it and if they don’t get this one, the next one will likely be much more expensive.

It’s just a reality of this market. They had their mortgage pre-approval, and the home is newer so they felt comfortable going in without an inspection condition.

For years, we have added extra touches to our offers to make them stand out amongst the competition so it is more personal and not just a piece of paper or a number, and this time was no exception.

Great news! Our client’s offer was accepted and they’re thrilled to move onto their next home!

www.TheRedCarpetCrew.com

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Market Report

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“ January’s home sales were more active than what we typically see this time of year,” says Nicole Pohl, President of KWAR. “But nothing has been typical about our housing market.”

AVERAGE PRICE

OF A DETACHED HOME

$853,945 up $27.3% from Jan 2020 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET

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Shawn Hopps

Sales Representative

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519-505-5026

Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

sarah.miller@remax.net www.sarahmillerkwre.com

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SINGLE & SEMI-DETACHED H O M E S T O B E B U I LT

In-fill lots in Uptown Waterloo For more details call Matt today!

$849,900 OLD WESTMOUNT Steps to Uptown Waterloo. Two story home with south-west exposure with many possibilities. Property also available to build a new home.

Your Home. Your Investment.

Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

519/741/0950

Matt Rakic BROKER

519 496 8777

rakicmatt@gmail.com / www.mattrakic.com @realestatematte

fb.com/mattrakic.realestate

Serving KW & Surrounding Areas Since 1984!

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$359,999 THE WATERFORD Updated 2 bdrm, 2 bath. Carpet free & move in ready. Updated kitchen w/quartz counters, SS appls, bright dining area. MBR w/ updated ensuite. Well managed, near amenities. MLS®

$399,900 SUPER STARTER OR INVESTMENT! Move in ready semi w/lots of updates. Updated kitchen, bathroom, furnace/AC, California shutters, doors, unfin’d bsmt. Deep fenced yard & parking for 3 cars. Newer shed & deck. MLS®

$599,900 CHARMING CAPE COD 4+den, 3 bath brick in Elmira. Formal LR/DR w/ hardwood, eat-in kitchen, cozy FR, 2 bdrms, 2 baths on main. Ample parking, huge yard w/fruit trees. Walk to schools, parks & more! MLS®

SOLD Looking to Change Castles? $319,900 SUPER STARTER SEMI 3 bdrms, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen, unfin’d bsmt, parking for 3 cars, wonderful yard w/room to play.

Quiet neighbourhood, close to schools, parks & trails. Lots of potential, handyman special. MLS®

Call Melanie & Warren, they will treat you like royalty!

www.teammcneil.com 519 590 3767

SALES REPRESENTATIVES

EUROPEAN COLLECTION

€1,050,000 SPAIN 3 bedroom signature Villa Madroño Las Colinas Golf & Country Club.

EXCL

€280,000 GREECE 2 bedroom apartment. Aegean Blue Apartments, Maleme, Crete, Greece. EXCL

$799,000 BLUEVALE, ON Newer home on a large 98’ x 330’ lot in Bluevale w/highway access to Listowel, KW. The 4 (2+2) bdrms, 3 bath, kitchen, LR & laundry all on main floor. Bsmt is fully finished with additional office bdrm!

Call for a showing.

Contact me to discuss the sale of your property!

519 590 0352 www.vladad.com

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Sales Representative

785 DOON VILLAGE RD, KITCHENER 2 bdrm + den semi, freshly painted with new carpet. Great opportunity for investors, in-law or 1st time home buyer. Finished lower level with great back yard. Close to shopping. A must see! MLS®

MARGARET YONG PING Sales Representative

519 572 0334 Margaret Direct

myp@royallepage.ca www.myprealestate.com

Endorsed By

Josh Flagg & Josh Altman

“Million Dollar Listing”

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Grand Valley Realty, Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

519 745 7000

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Now Selling! www.remaxkw.ca

FROM $989,900 THE OSPREY

FROM $1,019,900 THE STARLING

FROM $1,039,900 THE HUMMINGBIRD

4 bedroom home backing onto trails! Child friendly court, open concept, quartz countertop, vaulted ceiling, rear covered porch, designer custom kitchen plus much more, walk-out basement lot! EXCL

4 bedroom plus office, huge chef’s kitchen, custom island, walkout basement, four bathrooms, quartz countertops, vaulted ceiling in master bedroom! EXCL

Perfect for a growing family! Walkout basement, court location, main floor office/den, huge master bedroom, 3 full baths on 2nd floor, 2nd storey loft for kids play area, fully loaded with extra features over 3,000 sqft. EXCL

Aliya Manji Sales Representative email: amanji@remax.net

RE⁄MAX Twin City Realty Inc., Brokerage

519-573-9189

Ailsa Craig At the Village of Arbour Trails

Want to chat?

Call Wend 226-251-3 y 065 x 826

Come see why you’ll love our retirement community Enjoy your Independent Living rental apartment while easily engaging in the activities and amenities at The Village of Arbour Trails and Village by the Arboretum, one of Ontario’s most unique and innovative retirement communities for older adults.

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BUILDING A HOME SERIES

The Construction Process Here at Activa, we are the local experts in all things home building related. In our new ‘Building a Home’ series, you’ll learn about the in-depth process of purchasing a new build from start to finish and you can follow our tips along the way! We are dedicated to making every step understandable, and hopefully, feel less overwhelming. At this point, you would have already met with our Sales Representatives and a Design Studio Consultant to help make some big and exciting decisions; now, it’s time to watch all your hard work come to life during The Construction Process! Read on to learn what happens after your permit is approved and your home is ready to build.

Built to Last

Activa builds better and smarter. You’ve been dreaming of the perfect home, your “forever” home, the one where you can turn life’s everyday moments into lasting memories. Luckily, Activa specializes in making homeowners’ dreams come true and building homes designed to last for generations to come. Our high-quality construction process has earned us the elite status as an ENERGY STAR® certified builder with above code energy-efficient features for a healthier, more comfortable and environmentally-friendly home.

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Your Customer Experience Coordinator

Building homes, not just houses, is at the core root of our values. Doubt and fear don’t belong here – Activa replaces anxiety with confidence and excitement! A Customer Experience Coordinator will accompany you through the rest of your home buying journey. Our goal is to create a stress-free experience while you’re on this exciting adventure, so your dream home will soon become a reality!

Your First Walk Through

The construction process first begins with excavation where our team will form a level surface on which to build the foundation of your new home. From there, the framing and rough-in will be completed including wiring and plumbing installations. Before we move forward with closing walls and ceilings, you will have a “Pre-Drywall Appointment” to walk through your home with a Site Representative and your Customer Experience Coordinator. We will confirm that everything built matches exactly the plans you have agreed on, and we will answer any questions you may have about the building process.

Note: mid-rise buildings, select multi-residential units, and some spec homes will not be able to accommodate this appointment.

PRO TIP

Please prepare for your on-site appointment by wearing closed-toe shoes or safety shoes.

We will supply you with a hard hat for your visit. No children are permitted at these appointments.

Your Second Walk Through

STAY TUNED

Once you have had your “Pre-Drywall Appointment” and any comments have been noted, our team will begin to put up the drywall, install your pre-selected finishes to the interior and exterior of the home and will add on a fresh coat of paint. Approximately 1-2 weeks before your move-in date, you will have another walk through of the home with a Site Representative and your Customer Experience Coordinator.

During this “Pre-Delivery Inspection,” you will learn about the important mechanics and maintenance functions of your home. This is also your opportunity to point out any deficiencies you see to be touched up during one last thorough cleaning of your home before we hand the keys over.

Your picture-perfect home is ready for you, but that’s not where our story ends.

Stay tuned for our next article to learn more about the last steps and moving in!

For more information on our upcoming homes and communities, or to read other articles in our Building a Home Series visit

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$2,150/mth + utilities ~ FOR RENT! For rent Feb 15th! 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom. New kitchen, flooring & paint. Finished basement. Open concept main floor with fenced yard & deck. MLS®

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FANTASTIC FORT ERIE 2 storey townhouse. At almost 1,600 sqft, this unit is the biggest corner Dutches Model has! 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage with long driveway to fit up to 3 cars. MLS®

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SPACIOUS RENTAL Immaculate and updated 4 bedrooms , 3 bathrooms (two full, one half) boasting almost 1,700 sqft of finished living space. Utilities included. MLS®

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$699,900 6 SUN VALLEY DRIVE, BADEN 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom 1,660 sqft bungalow, double garage. Open concept, gas fireplace. Partly finished basement. Painted, some new flooring & carpet. Community centre. MLS® Contact Angela

11 WORDSWORTH PLACE, KITCHENER $2,200/mth plus utilities. Main floor unit features 3 bedrooms, laundry, eat-in kitchen, dining room, large living room. Garage and yard access included. EXCL Contact Kim

NEW HAMBURG Gorgeous open-concept bungalow in the Stonecroft community. 2+1 bedrooms, ensuite, updated kitchen, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, fin’d basement. EXCL Contact Kim

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Newer appls, furnace, roof & more. Steps to Waterloo Research & Tech Park. EXCL Contact Krista

WILLIAMSBURG Multi-level townhome, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, main floor laundry, partially finished basement, updated kitchen, garage and driveway parking. EXCL Contact Kim

BRIGADOON Huge pie shaped private lot on court. 4 level backsplit with updates: kitchen, windows, driveway, roof, furnace/AC and hardwood.

Meticulously kept. EXCL Contact Krista

OLD HURON ROAD, KITCHENER Beautiful 3 bdrm, 2 bath condo, carpet free main, stone counters, stainless appls, island. Walkout to deck. Master with 2 closets. Excellent location, mins to 401. MLS® Contact Angela

Hire with Confidence WOLLE REALTY, BROKERAGE Independently Owned & Operated

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SALES REP ASATM, CNE®, ABR®, REMSTM

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CALL US TODAY!

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BROKER Home Staging Designer, ® SRES , CNE®, LUXE

kim@kimtopphomes.com www.kimtopphomes.com

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BROKER SRES®, CNE®, LUXE

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$999,888 PRIME DEVELOPMENT R7 Zoning, 0.41 acre property for future development, minutes from DTK, Google HQ, and more!!! MLS®

$474,888 COMMERCIAL Buy or lease: 699 sqft - ideal for restaurant with patio near both universities. Call for details. MLS®

$299,888 GREAT INVESTMENT Furnished unit w/tenant paying $1,450/mth, close to both universities & many amenities nearby. MLS®

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A generous 50x100 ft lot close to all amenities. Parking for 3 cars. Single detached garage with keypad and remote. Kitchen is large and bright with ample space to add an eat-in area. 1 of 3 bedrooms is on the main floor for possible use for dining or an office. Main washroom is centrally located for your convenience. MLS® BRAND NEW Never lived in, 12th floor Penthouse, 2 exclusive parking spots. Call with inquiries, still time to customize interior finishes.

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Linda’s credentials and services provide:

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COMPLIMENTARY HOME STAGING Consultation

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519 502 8264

WOLLE REALTY

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Shauna Lynn Simon CEO of Beyond The Stage Homes

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Think extra saucy wings, sunshine, chocolate cake, and laughter. But, like most things in life, it’s important to ensure that your indulgences are balanced, and in some cases, are enjoyed only in moderation.

We take a similar approach when preparing a home for sale. It’s important to showcase the home’s greatest features, and this often means sprucing things up through updates, repairs, and of course, stylish décor. However, if we over-indulge, we could end up taking the focus away from what we are truly selling, which is the house itself.

The "Goldilocks Rule" to preparing your home for sale is about finding that delicate balance between too much, and too little, in order to get it just right to engage your homebuyers from the first moment that they view your property. Here are some tips to help you to get it just right.

PROFITABLE UPDATES AND UPGRADES

While each home is unique, there are some standard rules that you can follow when it comes to updates and upgrades: • If it’s broken, fix it.

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will provide the greatest return on investment.

“Move-in ready” means that the new buyers may choose to do some updates themselves at a later date, but that the house is in a state that is comfortable for an immediate move-in.

• Paint is money in a can –some of the most valuable renovations can be achieved simply with a can of paint, be it freshening up the walls, a bathroom vanity, kitchen cabinets, or a brick fireplace. Paint can give the home an immediate update, without a significant investment.

• Low-cost updates can go a long way –items such as current light fixtures, new cabinetry hardware, and updated door hardware and hinges are just a few areas where swapping out some old finishes for new will add value to the home.

• Prioritize above-grade areas of the home –a nice basement is exactly that –it’s nice to have but updates to this area generally won’t add much in the way of overall resale value.

DECORATING VS STAGING

In home staging, our focus is on marketing the features of the home. This means decorating with purpose, ensuring that every item added to the space enhances it, without taking the focus away

HOMES + I N S I G H T NEUTRALIZE, DON’T STERILIZE

Preparing a home for sale often entails some editing of personal items and reducing the visibility of everyday items, replacing these with neutral, decorative pieces. This will help to neutralize the space, but how do you remove personal items without removing the home’s personality altogether?

Too little (or under-decorating) will make the home feel sterile and will fail to create the emotional connection that buyers need.

• Remove personal photos, collections, certificates, awards, and diplomas. Anything that has a personal name on it should also be removed.

• Remove everyday functional items from view, such as toothbrushes, dish racks, and shoe mats.

As a general rule, if a functional item does not contribute to the overall aesthetics of the room, it should be placed out of sight. from the details of the home. Too much (i.e. overdecorating) will distract buyers from the home itself and its features and will draw too much attention to the “stuff” that has been placed in the home.

• I tems should be placed and arranged strategically, in such a way that it naturally draws the eye around the room to the various features it contains.

• Key elements such as fireplaces, window views, quality upgrades, and architectural details should be highlighted by the staging, not overshadowed by it.

• The staging should flow from the floor to the ceiling and include all corners, to create a complete look.

• Once items have been effectively removed, add some interest with some decorative items that properly showcase the home’s features.

The key with all aspects of creating the right look is not to skimp, but to avoid getting carried away as well.

If you are preparing your home for sale, just remember the “Goldilocks Rule”.

Too much will distract from the home itself.

Too little misses the mark by not creating the emotional response that inspires buyers to buy.

Our custom staging plans create a complete look for every space of the house, ensuring that we are showcasing the home’s features and selling the experience of living there.

• Surfaces should not be left empty but should hold accessory groupings of no more than 3 items.

•T extures and layers, when done in moderation, can help to add interest to a room without overpowering it.

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This spacious semi detached home has 9’ main floor ceilings and offers an open concept main floor plan with kitchen/dinette/great room all overlooking the rear yard. The kitchen has large island with the option for breakfast bar overhang as well as a nice pantry for dry goods! The upper level offers a large master bedroom with his and her closets (one walk-in) and ensuite with tiled shower and double sink vanity. Two spare bedrooms, main bath and laundry room complete this floor. Basement windows have been upsized for natural light. Interior selections and upgrades still available for purchasers at this time. This is our last semi detached home!

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LOT 3 CUTTING DR Carlisle A | 2,235 sqft OFFERED AT $920,000

This beautiful family home is fully finished from top to bottom and is situated on uniquely shaped deeper lot. Offering an open concept main floor plan with 9’ ceilings and larger windows to allow for natural light.

The kitchen offers a large island with breakfast bar overhang, built out fridge cabinet, pot and pan drawers, riser and crown moulding as well as under cabinet valance with lighting and overlooks the great room and dinette with sliders to rear yard. The hardwood staircase leads to the upper level where you will find the master bedroom with ensuite and walk in closet, 2 spare bedrooms, main 4pc bath, laundry room and a great media room with bright window for natural light! The basement offers a large recroom, upsized windows and 4pc bath. This home offers many upgraded products, insulated garage, fully sodded lot and paved drive with room for 4 cars. Enjoy this stress free new build as all products have been chosen. Quicker closing date available!

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5 Design Mistakes Ema Suvajac Photography

That You Can Fix During Lockdown!

Let’s face it, we are all spending a little - okay, a lot - more time at home! With this extra time in our spaces, we may be noticing things we never did before. Or perhaps, you simply need a change since we are spending so much time

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in those spaces. By starting with some common design mistakes will ensure your efforts have the biggest impact.

HOMES + S T Y L E CLUTTER

Before you start refreshing any space, make sure you declutter first! Clutter can often give the illusion of disfunction. When the bare-bones of your spaces are most likely functional and full of potential, clutter will be the first thing to take away from that. Decluttering simply takes time, which many of us have more of these days.

TOO MUCH FURNITURE

Closely behind decluttering, having too much furniture in a space is a common design mistake I see in client’s homes. This could be too many individual items or furniture that is too large for the space. If the furniture is too big for a room, the space may not look visually appealing nor does it function well. When removing items, start small: side tables, chairs or additional display cabinets, are easier items to remove and can have a good resale value. With many stores closed, this could be an opportunity to quickly transform your space and put a little money in your back pocket by selling items like these.

EXPOSED CABLES & CORDS

One thing you will never see in a model home or a space professionally put together are exposed cables & cords. They are an eye sore!

Cord covers are easy to order or pick up at your local hardware store. The cords can be easily placed in the covers, attach to the wall and painted the same colour. This allows for a visually clean and tidy appearance.

PICTURE FRAME HEIGHT

I still remember going to visit my grandmother, who was an artist, where I would see her paintings displayed everywhere. They were always at eye level, allowing me to see every detail. This experience made it instinctual for me to hang art at eye level, it wasn’t until I started going into client’s homes did I realize this was not a common practice. Hanging art too high can make your ceilings appear lower than they are, which is often the opposite of what the individual is trying to achieve. While you spend more time at home, take some time to make sure your artwork is positioned at eye level for the ideal wall balance.

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HOMES + S T Y L E NO COLOUR

Don’t get me wrong, I am the first one to admit I love a great white kitchen cabinet or white paint colour, but those should be treated as foundational elements not your primary colour. If spaces are overly minimalistic and lacking colour, they can fall flat. Adding colour will not only create visual interest but also a more welcoming environment for those who are enjoying the space. Paint is the most cost effective and easiest way to add colour into your home. Many stores offer curbside pickup during the pandemic lockdowns, making it easy to explore colour by picking up a few tester cans of paint and getting started!

It does not matter what project you decide to tackle, this time at home allows a fantastic opportunity to create the spaces you have always dreamed of!

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Elderflower Cucumber

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Top with soda. Stir (add more sugar if you like and stir again) Garnish with pom seeds, lime wheel and mint sprig.

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