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WE KNOW PEI

www.weknowpei.com Looking at buying or selling? Give Your Team PEI a call!

Kris Fournier 902-629-4889 Catherine Fournier 902-628-5495 Linda Anderson 902-323-4050

276 ROUTE 17, LOWER MONTAGUE $838,000 Simply Beautiful 2100+ square foot 2+2 bedrooms, 4 bath home with huge attached garage!

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142 SELKIRK ROAD, BELLE RIVER $688,000 10 year old custom built 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home, 50 acres with a 15 acre lake & 1 acre island MLS®201727976

4460-4480 PORTAGE ROAD, OYSTER BED BRIDGE $488,000

6 FAIRFAX DRIVE, STRATFORD $449,900

Canada’s longest running drag strip, locally owned and operated for 40 plus years, Includes 42 Acres, washroom facilities, drag strip, tower and canteen facilities, approved for 150 site campground.

Brand new home with amazing water views at every angel! Bright & spacious, open concept living, dining and kitchen, large master with ensuite, oversized garage, deck

678 ROUTE 336, CABLE HEAD EAST $250,000 Ocean front with year round access!

Almost 5 acres with lovely pond! The cottage is perfect for old fashioned cottage life style or Build your dream house and use the cottage for a guest home!

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TRANS CANADA HIGHWAY, BORDEN-CARLETON $538,000 One of a kind opportunity – Corner lot at one of the most high traffic intersections on PEI, approx. 4,000 vehicles/day – cleared and ready for construction MLS®201805384

MLS®201803279

71 EAST SUFFOLK ROAD, SUFFOLK $399,000 Perfect family home!! Stunning & Spacious custom built 2700+ sq ft home, large open concept eat in kitchen, 3 bedrooms, large rec room, garage MLS®201804567

768 MILLCOVE ROAD, ROUTE 229, SUFFOLK $369,900 Beautiful 4 level split family home, spacious and inviting, open concept, large mudroom with built in lockers, oversized double attached garage with workshop area, 2.6 acre lot MLS®201805935

23 RETA MARY DRIVE, CORNWALL $244,900 This quality built duplex built on a slab will feature 3 bedrooms, open concept living area, ceramic and engineered hardwood and an oversized single garage on each side.

MLS®201726112

8 POPLAR AVENUE, SHERWOOD $194,900 Beautiful 2 bedroom rancher - many updates including electrical, plumbing, two heat pumps, main floor laundry, and a large master bedroom MLS®201800922

3625 ROUTE 17, GASPEREAU $68,900 Lovely renovated school house plus a 16 x 20 wired outbuilding - Ideal for seasonal or year-round living MLS®201805981

14091 NORTHSIDE ROAD, GOOSE RIVER $39,900 15 acres in Goose River, just 3 minutes to a beautiful and quiet beach! 2 acres already cleared and perk test complete MLS®201722165

24 MCCARVILLE LANE, WEST COVEHEAD $169,900 Fantastic four bedroom two bath rancher, eat in kitchen, large wrap around deck, finished basement, on an acre lot - great starter home or investment property!

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DUCKS LANDING, STRATFORD $39,900 Great building lot in Stratford, serviced and is ready for you.

Conveniently located. Build your dream home today.

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Truly one of a kind property with dunes views and a VERY short walk to white sandy beaches - spacious entry, custom c hef’s kitchen, sunroom, amazing master suite, wrap around deck.

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17 HILLTOP LANE, ST. PETER’S HARBOUR $550,000

ROUTE 14, MIMINEGASH $49,000 Wonderful 10+ acre parcel with 300+ feet of ocean frontage on the Northumberland Strait.

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98 NASH DRIVE, CHARLOTTETOWN Beautiful custom two storey 4 bedroom home, 9 foot ceilings, huge kitchen with island, large living room with propane fireplace, family room, office MLS®201805323 $775,000 HomesOnPEI.com

4143 ROYALTY ROAD, WEST ROYALTY Prime rental location - Fully rented 5 years old building - Rents are $1175/month and tenant pays heat and lights MLS®201804370 $429,000 HomesOnPEI.com

4167 ROUTE 11, ST. NICHOLAS Fantastic 1.5 story house, exposed wooden ceilings, 4 bedrooms, above ground pool MLS® $157,000 HomesOnPEI.com

11 WARREN GROVE ROAD, CORNWALL Prime R-3 Development land only 3 minutes to Charlottetown - lot is 2+/- acres, approved for two 24 unit buildings MLS®201806050 $768,000 HomesOnPEI.com

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MACNALLY SHORE ROAD, 1335 RTE 235, KINGSTON ROAD, TENMILE HOUSE KINGSTON 1.18 acre property - Ideal location for a summer Own a piece of Island History with this well home! Waterfront with boat slip. constructed church - To Be Moved MLS®201721450 $35,900 MLS®7175917 $1 ZAPPA E HomesOnPEI.com HomesOnPEI.com H •

55 BENNY’S LANE, ALBERTON TO BE MOVED - Great mini home with 3 decks, extensively renovated in 2013-14 MLS®201728266 $39,500 HomesOnPEI.com

203 FITZROY STREET, SUMMERSIDE One of a kind ! Beautiful 3 storey, 5 bedroom home, grand staircase, amazing trim/ moldings, detached garage/workshop MLS®201800482 $294,900 HomesOnPEI.com

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6678 ROUTE 19, CANOE COVE Renovated 2 story home, Move-in ready, approximately 4 acres of land, master bedroom has a large balcony with southern exposure – walk to Canoe Cove Provincial Park!

MLS®201802419 $199,900 HomesOnPEI.com

768 BANNOCKBURN ROAD, CLYDE RIVER Rare commercial property including Commercial store front, 5 apartments and several storage units – Great location!

MLS®201724440 $719,000 HomesOnPEI.com

LOT 2 HIGHLAND VIEW DRIVE, NEW GLASCOW Scenic waterview lot with many upscale homes in this development.

Clear 2.91 acre lot ideal for boating MLS®7103311 $54,900 HomesOnPEI.com

ROUTE 19, CUMBERLAND A rare find! 3.21 acres on Rte 19 overlooking the Northumberland strait MLS®201803944 $278,900 HomesOnPEI.com

MACHON POINT ROAD, MURRAY HARBOUR 1.38 Acres residential water front lot, nicely treed, private beach overlooking Murray Harbour Wharf - Approx. 183 ft of waterfront MLS®201722218 $31,900 HomesOnPEI.com

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LOT 02  4 HOMESTEAD LANE, LONG CREEK 1.81 acre Water view lot - less than 10 minutes from shopping, golf and South shore beaches Ready for your dream home MLS®201719208 $21,900 HomesOnPEI.com

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LOT 6 RED CLAY ROAD, CANOE COVE Exceptional .93 acre waterview lot on private maintained year round road, deeded water access MLS®7102322 $41,500 HomesOnPEI.com

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Tell me about the current state of the mortgage industry.

CONTRIBUTING WRITER: Jennifer Pitre

Where did you go to school?

The University of New Brunswick Tell me about your family?

My Wife is Beth MacPherson, together we have 8 beautiful children and our soon to be first Grand baby and our little yellow parakeet named Peep, like the marshmallow yellow Peep candy, lol…

Tell me about your morning routine?

I get up at 5:30 am for 15-20 minutes of Morning Devotion and Bible Reading, then I enjoy Cup of Tea or 2 while I do emails, voice mails, and shower so I can be out the door by 8 a.m.

Favourite place to eat?

Simms for Steak, Swiss Chalet for Chicken and Ribs, Maid Marion’s for Breakfast, The Noodle House for Chinese and Papa Joe’s with Jason and every 85 Burger Love burger locations possible on PEI. We love to eat!

Favourite vacation spot?

Cuba! Friendliest Islanders next to Cape Breton and PEI. Hobbies?

Curling, Golf, Volunteering at local charities to help the less fortunate in PEI AND in April it will be spending time with our first born Grand Baby.

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Brad’s son had told him that when he grew up, he wanted to do what his Daddy did. With those words echoing in his head, Brad set out to find the best mortgage business in the industry; a firm that would provide training and support; a firm that had the same family core values he was working to instill in his son. His research led him to Don MacVicar, Founder and CEO of Premiere Mortgage Centre. After meeting the Premiere team, Brad was convinced that Premiere had everything he was looking for. Meeting with Don at the corporate office in Halifax, Brad was offered a position with the company as a Commercial Mortgage Broker in Atlantic Canada to help develop a commercial division for the company. Premiere Mortgage had no representation in Prince Edward Island and the entrepreneur in Brad saw the opportunity. Brad was familiar with PEI. He had been vacationing in PEI with his family since he was a boy and he had always wanted to live here. That desire had grown even stronger when he married his wife Beth, a born and bred Islander from Brackley. In 2015, in the midst of a huge Nor’easter that dumped 88 cm of snow on the province, Brad and Beth moved to PEI and Brad began to build Premier Mortgage Center’s presence in Prince Edward Island.

When assisting a client find a mortgage, are there costs involved to your clients?

APARTMENTS | COTTAGES | MOTELS | SENIORS CARE HOMES | BUSINESS LOANS For all of your commercial property and business loan solutions...

There are no fees charged to our clients. The bank pays us a ‘Finders Fee’, we are paid by the lenders.

Same is true with the mortgage advisors at the local bank branch, they are on straight commission as well, so don’t be fooled. They are not paid a salary by the bank; they are on commission. The difference is they can only offer you one mortgage solution. Premiere Mortgage Professionals, have over 40+ lenders to choose from, providing the right mortgage E ZAPPA H solution tailored to your needs. We offer a free consultation with our clients. Defining our client’s needs is important to us, to provide the PT right mortgage solution tailored to their needs.

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Experiencing Father’s Embrace

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As a Diamond Award Winning Realtor with Royal LePage Commercial, Brad enjoyed selling a wide variety of businesses and commercial properties in Atlantic Canada. His experiences as an entrepreneur in multiple sectors of business paved the way for Brad to become an expert at finding ways to get his clients business pursuits funded with the banks. The transition from commercial real estate to commercial lending was a natural step. Brad continues to be passionate about finding ways to help other entrepreneurs succeed in their business ventures.

The landscape in Prince Edward Island is changing. The population in 2017 hit an all time high at over 150,000 residents.

A mentor of mine said it best, “PEI has been discovered.”

As Prince Edward Island’s only Commercial Mortgage Broker and being an experienced entrepreneur; I not only know my way around an Income Statement and Balance Sheet, I know what it means to ‘measure twice and cut once’ when making a financial decision for your business. In 2017, we made the decision that if Premiere PEI only funded 10 mortgage transactions in 2017, but had 10 very satisfied clients, then that would be more important than funding 100 mortgage transactions, making money and having disappointed clients and real estate partners.

Our goal at Premiere Mortgage PEI in 2018 is to build strong relationships with real estate professionals across Prince Edward Island. These relationships will see valued clients benefit with professional advice and support in regards to all of their residential and commercial financing needs. We are pleased to announce that we have entered into a partnership with Royal LePage Prince Edward Realty of Charlottetown to offer agents support and professional advise to valued clients.

This relationship is based on proven results in customer satisfaction over a number of years at Premiere’s brokerage offices with Royal LePage located in Halifax, Dartmouth, Moncton and Saint John, NB. As Premiere Mortgage PEI strives for 100% customer satisfaction we see this relationship with Royal LePage PER as a huge benefit to home and business owners alike, across Prince Edward Island.

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Favourite PEI beach?

Dalvay Beach in Brackley, PE

BRAD MACPHERSON was born and raised in Cape Breton, NS. Brad was introduced to the entrepreneurial spirit early in life by his parents who operated a coin op and vending business. Brad embraced the vision and when he was 13 years old, he hit the streets with his first business, peddling a Dickie Dee Ice Cream bike.

That was just the beginning for Brad. In 1990, Brad was a Co-Founder of Canada’s first Video Lottery Gaming Program as a Licensed VLT Operator in New Brunswick. Their operations expanded to include commercial investment properties and several small to medium size enterprises in Atlantic Canada. In 1996, as Founder and President of one of Canada’s leading Information Technology companies, Brad has the opportunity to take his privately owned and operated company public on a Canadian Stock Exchange, subsequently selling the company to one of Canada’s largest pay phone companies. But just like Thomas Edison who failed 10,000 times before he got the light bulbs right, life in business was not all successes for Brad.

Reflecting on those challenges, failures and lessons learned, Brad realized that he needed corporate training as a business executive and he found what he was looking for when he joined the team at Xerox Corporation. They invested in Brad with training and opportunities and with his new skills he became a top producing sales executive. Brad’s time with Xerox intensified his passion for Business Development; Sales and Marketing which led him to join the team at Royal LePage Commercial in Atlantic Canada as a Certified Business Intermediary, Director of Business Brokerage.

At Premiere Mortgage, we are a family of 125+ mortgage professionals across Canada with over 900 years combined experience in the mortgage industry. There is no question too complex that one of our team members can not provide you, our client. We have a Mandarin speaking mortgage assistant and we work closely with language translators to assist us with the Vietnamese community. We continue to find ways to make sure Islanders experience with Premiere Mortgage Centre the same professional and trusted service our valued-clients experience, Canada wide.

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What kind of year was 2017 like for you?

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If you had of told me in August 1981 when the interest rates in Canada were 22.75%, that in April of 2009 interest rates would decrease to an all time low at 2.25%: I would have thought you were crazy. If you told me in April 2009 that in 2019 interest rates may increase again to an all time high, I would not argue the matter. However, economist do not have a ‘crystal ball’ to read the future; so we always advise our clients to make decisions based on their long term plans, not on an economists prediction.

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Tell me about your team.

Brad MacPherson, Commercial Finance 227 GRAFTON STREET CHARLOTTETOWN, PE C1A 1L2 Phone (902 394-6334 | brad.macpherson@premieremortgage.ca

BRAD MACPHERSON, Broker Premiere Mortgage PEI PremierePEI.ca

PHONE: 902.370.2555

EMAIL: brad.macpherson@premieremortgage.ca

Premiere Mortgage and Royal LePage Prince Edward Realty – A Strategic Partnership “Premiere Mortgage is thrilled to be partnering with Royal LePage PER. Our common cultures of professionalism and client satisfaction will result in significant synergies and growth throughout PEI.” Don MacVicar, CEO Premiere Mortgage Centre Inc. ChoosePremiere.com

“We are pleased to have Premiere Mortgage joining our team here at Royal LePage Prince Edward Realty as a crucial partner in providing financial service offerings that we’ve never had before. Through this partnership, we can now provide complete end to end solutions for our valued clients in all their real estate needs, whether it be residential, commercial, farm, or business. This is a significant shift in the way the real estate industry has evolved over the years, where we continue to innovate, implement bestin-class processes and bringing new service offerings to assist our clients as a one stop shop solution.”

Rudy Chong, Owner Royal LePage Prince Edward Realty

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Working with my kiddos. Being an entrepreneurial family means inventing and implementing, together. I’m fortunate my kids seem to have “caught the bug” early. Part of my experience of being an entrepreneur has been learning how to deal with Failure. It isn’t a “happily ever after” story when running a business. In fact, the life of an entrepreneur is mostly about learning from mistakes (I’m a pro!, Ha!). Because some of my kiddos now also run small business ventures of their own, I’ve had the blessing of also watching my kiddos victories and experiencing their failures.

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After all, any home improvements or renovations you make should increase the overall market value of your home; not leave you out of pocket.

So, which property renovations will produce the highest return on investment for your home?

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Elaine Nguyen

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dreamhome.pei@gmail.com 16 TRANS CANADA HIGHWAY, CORNWALL $1,350,000 MLS®201727128 Conveniently located on the North River causeway on the inbound side to Charlottetown, on the busiest highway in PEI. Only 5 minutes to shopping and less than a 25 minute drive to major tourist attractions. Motel features 15 newly renovated units, 8 of which are housekeeping with full kitchens.

Other units are equipped with either two double beds or one queen size, microwave and mini refrigerator. A great opportunity for an investor who is looking to own a business that operates year round and generates stable income. Property has just been renovated/upgraded: new roof, new boilers, new bathroom faucets, new electric circuit boards, new decks. 2 bedroom apartment has been added which can ideally accommodate a family of 4.

New computer software has been implemented. Entire motel is equipped with a high resolution security camera system. High speed fibreoptic internet connection with state of the art computer equipment provides a strong wireless signal to every room. Digital cable with separate set top box and flat screen LED tv in each room. There are many more great features.

LOT 107 ENGLAND CIRCLE, CHARLOTTETOWN $74,900 MLS®201707051 City lot for sale in the most desirable neighbourhood in Charlottetown.

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SOLD 337 NORTH RIVER ROAD, CHARLOTTETOWN $338,000 MLS®201715876

63-65 MACKINLEY CRESCENT, CORNWALL $475,000 MLS®201725688 New duplex - Each unit has 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths and 1 half bath. Fully developed basement and a good size garage in each unit.

Good rental income

36 GOWER STREET, CHARLOTTETOWN $577,500 MLS®201725669 An excellent income property in a quiet neighbourhood - 2-bed and 1-bath units, Units 1 and 2 are fully furnished, close to all amenities, many updates completed

202-206 KENT STREET, CHARLOTTETOWN $1,099,000 MLS®201725976 PNP approved. Brick building - 10 residential units and 2 commercial rental units, Prime location, 10 parking spaces at the rear, Coin laundry available for tenants

61 MACKINLEY CRESCENT, CORNWALL $237,000 MLS®201728796 New duplex with 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths and 1 half bath. Fully developed basement and spacious garage

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2 BIRCH WOODS LANE, STRATFORD $445,000 MLS®201804223 3 mins to Holland College and 5 mins to downtown Charlottetown. Beautiful contemporary home, Four bedroom and three bathroom with two-bay garage just seconds to Hillsborough bridge.

87 MASON ROAD, STRATFORD $449,000 MLS®201804224 3 mins to Holland College and 5 mins to downtown Charlottetown. Beautiful contemporary home with two-bay garage just seconds to Hillsborough bridge. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms.

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A newcomer herself, Elaine Nguyen helps

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Elaine Nguyen started out her life in Vietnam. After spending 6 years studying in Melbourne, Australia, she returned to Vietnam and built a 13 year career working for international schools. In July 2015, Elaine and her family moved to PEI. They purchased a Motel in Cornwall which they continue to operate. After settling in to life on the Island, Elaine was ready for a new challenge. In April 2016, she launched a new career in Real Estate.

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Elaine, tell me about your personal experience with the Provincial Nominee Program in PEI?

As you continue to grow your business, do you offer any unique matching services to help Islanders sell their property to Newcomers?

My husband and I and our two children came to PEI through the PNP program. To fulfill the requirement of the program, we purchased a motel in Cornwall in 2015 which we continue to operate today. We are so happy with our move. I love PEI and I am sure there is nowhere else as pretty as it is here.

I can also offer services after the purchase including property management which is very helpful to clients from away and those who are new to Island and trying to adjust to a new way of life. Often through the buying process, I form friendship with my clients that remain even when our business together is complete.

What does 2018 look like for new immigrants to PEI? I expect to see hundreds of new families arriving on PEI in the coming years; even more than in the past. Newcomers are looking for single homes to live in and multi units as income properties. Non-residents are also buying houses before they arrive. They watch the market and when a good home coming up for sale, they will buy it right away.

Apartment buildings or rows of town houses are also appealing to newcomers as investment properties.

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In your first 2 years as a REALTOR® in PEI, can you tell me about your clients?

Yes, I work with so many newcomers that I know their unique needs and wants. I market local properties through social media using my connections around the world.

I use high quality professional photos and videos to make sure that my listings are well presented to international ZAPPA buyers even before they arrive on PEI. I have plans E H to expand my services to include home staging.

The Island has experienced a significant change in diversity over the last 2 to 3 years due to immigration. Change is hard sometimes but this is a good thing for PEI. Diversity brings prosperity, new friendships and new neighbours!

What differences have you noticed between Newcomers who make PEI their new permanent home and those who quickly move to Toronto or another large Canadian Cities?

Most newcomers who invest in a good business will likely stay around for longer term to enjoy what the Island has to offer. Some who prefer big city life, may simply fulfill their obligation and then leave the Island. To improve sustainability for the immigrants and young Islanders, the Island government would need to generate and attract good quality industries and jobs which would make staying on the Island and earning decent living more appealing. The Island has enormous potential – we need to tap into it.

What impression do you have of the next 5 years in PEI Real Estate?

I think average prices will increase significantly and we will see more construction of both homes and multi-unit buildings. As the population grows and changes, the real estate market should be strong and active. It is an exciting time to be involved in the real estate industry.

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Stunning Custom Built ICF Home with a Breathtaking View of the Water. Located in an Exclusive Neighbourhood in Clyde River about 10 minutes to Charlottetown. Open Concept Main Level with a Beautiful Custom Built Kitchen Open to the Living/ Dining Area and a 3 Season Sunroom. Four Spacious Bedrooms, Featuring a Master Bedroom Suite that has a Huge Walk-in 59 TUCKERS WAY, STRATFORD Closet, Custom Master Bath Ensuite and a Private Covered Deck $698,000 Overlooking the Water. Classic Elegance throughout this AmazApproximately half Acre Premium Lot with Trees, Privacy ing Home. Solid High Quality Construction....Stunning Home!!! and an In-ground Pool on a Safe Private Court in the High demand Stonington Subdivision. A Custom Built home with a Beautiful Kitchen and Tasteful Elegant Choices. Finished Basement. Screened in Hot Tub room.

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49 BLUE HERON CRESCENT, LOWER MONTAGUE $299,000 MLS®201720575 190’ of private shoreline, Updated Spacious home with panaromic views!

88 BOTHWELL HAVEN LANE, BOTHWELL $295,000 MLS®201728385 Only a 2 minute drive to Basin Head Beach

25 FOX RUN DRIVE, WINSLOE $478,000 MLS®201800888 Private 1.15 Acre Lot in Winsloe

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18 MULLAGHMORE DRIVE, STRATFORD $735,000 MLS®201801309 Luxury living in upscale Langley Estates, Impressive 4 bedroom, 3 bath executive home, professional chef kitchen, formal dining, amazing master suite, home theatre and more.

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271 WATER STREET, SUMMERSIDE $790,000 MLS®201729439 Excellent turn-key multifaceted business in the heart of Summerside, high traffic Street with Great Exposure.

512 MALPEQUE ROAD, CHARLOTTETOWN $690,000 MLS®201801742 Exceptional business and investment opportunities – right on Route 2! Restaurant with many updates, ample parking plus two 2 bedroom apartments. Call today!

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46 BRITTANY DRIVE $746,000 MLS®201803934 Fabulous water view bungalow in the heart of Brighton, Lovely family home with spacious living areas, master suite, walkout basement, walking distance to schools.

638 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, CHARLOTTETOWN $779,000 MLS®201801451 Well-built commercial building and land in densely commercialized area. Solid rental income, low in expenses and good cash flow.

412 TRANS CANADA HIGHWAY, CORNWALL $490,000 MLS®201801744 Fully tenanted mixed used commercial property in the center of Cornwall business district, two store front units, full self contained apartment suite, ample parking

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461 LINE ROAD, NORTH RUSTICO $329,000 MLS®201805969 Great 3 bedroom family home with plenty of indoor & outdoor space, in-law suite and acreage

39 ATLANTIC ROAD, WEST ROYALTY $459,000 MLS®201729169 Three bedroom, 2 1/2 bath newly constructed brand new home, bright, spacious kitchen, built in breakfast nook, dining area opens onto a large deck, semi private treed yard

261 BRACKLEY POINT ROAD, CHARLOTTETOWN $800,000 MLS®201801740 Great income opportunity - Well maintained 16 units x 1 bedroom full apartment suite in a highly desired location. Good rental income property with low maintenance.

THINKING OF SELLING? This is the best time in the market due to low inventory. We have qualified buyers looking in the range of $250K to $500K in Charlottetown, West Royalty and Stratford area. Call us today for a confidential market evaluation of your property and see how we can help you to maximize your return on investment.

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