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QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD Spacious all brick bungalow. Eat-in kitchen w/ breakfast island adjoins the family rm w/ fireplace, WO's to deck & fenced yard, skylights in kit & family rm. 2 bedrooms + private master w/ensuite. conveniently located to schools & shopping. $499,900 Text RBCLLPJ to 52187

QUIET EAST END charming two bedroom on quiet street, close to downtown.

Hardwood floors throughout except kitchen and bath. Separate dining room, walkout to deck & large fenced yard. $397,900 Text RBCGQQB to 52187

FREEHOLD TOWNHOUSE Great family neighborhood, bright open plan, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Eat in kitchen, W/O to fenced yard. Nicely finished rec room with electric fireplace. $419,900 Text RBCCVNX to 52187

FOR THE DISCRIMINATING BUYER Southern exposure, large lot perfect for pool. Over 2500 sq ft to enjoy. Over $200k in upgrades & high quality finishes. Just move in and relax and enjoy the finished street scape. $899,900 Text RBCCLJW to 52187

BEAUTIFUL ESTATE HOME Located in one of Springwater's finest established neighborhoods. Privately treed 1/2 acre lot on quiet cul de sac. Over 4300 sq ft finished with W/O basement.

Enjoy the simple pleasure of country living minutes from the City. $979,900 Text RBCGTJL to 52187

MIDHURST Quality builder, custom home to be built on 1/2 acre lot backing onto EP area.

Ranch bungalow, stone & brick, 3 car garage, covered porch, separate entry to basement. Call today, still time to add your touches and pick colours. $995,000 Text RBCBFQG to 52187

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STUNNING MIDHURST HOME This gorgeous farmhouse style home is finished top to bottom. Features an in ground saltwater pool with waterfall, beautiful gardens and wraparound porch. Master with gas fireplace. Lots of bells and whistles! Text RBCGQQG to 52187

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STUNNING TOWNHOME, fully finished throughout.

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DETACHED SOLID BRICK BUNGALOW Great investment in appreciating neighbourhood. Excellent potential, large lot. Close to developing area, multiple possibilities. Reno & live-in or continue to rent out. Currently tenanted. Tenants would like to stay if possible. Furnace & ductwork (2017) Roof ( 2013). Text RBCLYPW to 52187

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3 REASONS

THE CANADIAN MARKET WON’T CRASH IN 2019

By Julie Achtermeier

After a tumultuous 2017 and 2018, prospective homebuyers are left wondering what will happen in 2019. Will things get worse?

Or better? According to economists and real estate experts, 2019 is on a slow rebound. Here’s why.

HOME PRICES STILL RISING The average price of a Canadian home continues to rise by about 2.1 percent which is not far off the rate of inflation (2.7 percent), according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). In Ontario, prices will likely climb a little faster (3.3 percent) and in British Columbia, a bit more slowly.

Investment Strategists predict the Canadian economy will continue to grow in 2019 even if it’s at a slower rate than in 2018. The most likely scenario for the housing sector will be for prices to slow to a standstill while the average household income tries to catch up.

INTEREST RATE RELIEF Interest rates have been rising steadily since 2017, a sure-fire way to create a panic for first-time homebuyers. The Bank of Canada (BoC) had intended to increase rates which would mean hiking from the current 1.75% to between 2.5 – 3.5%, or until they’re neutral with respect to inflation. Another five increases could make mortgages unaffordable or, at the very least, intensify the impact of the qualifying stress test.

We can thank the U.S. and China trade tensions as well as the falling prices of oil in Alberta for the BoC’s halt to interest rate hikes. These recent events have forced the BoC to take a step back and re-evaluate the potential risks to more hikes. December 2018 saw its rate untouched, and the start of 2019 has remained the same.

The BoC’s reluctance to increase interest rates was further confirmed by comments made in media interviews that volatility on a global scale continues to be a risk despite stability in the Canadian market. Impending tariffs could impact trade and international relations.

The big sigh of relief will come from those with variable-rate mortgages and lines of credit who will witness some stability for much of 2019.

RENTAL PRICES CONTINUE TO CLIMB As we’ve heard about in recent months, the rental market is at an all-time high, with some areas of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) seeing increases of 9% annually. Forty percent of the 4.4-million Canadians who rent spend over 30 percent of their pre-tax income to keep a roof over their heads. At the end of the day, people need a place to live and for many, renting is no longer an affordable option compared to buying.

Traditionally, rent was much cheaper than the carrying costs of owning a comparable home so you could build wealth by investing what you’re not paying in property taxes and home insurance. In the current rental climate, that argument no longer holds water.

High rental rates could help sustain the demand for homebuyers.

202 - 100 Dean Ave., Barrie - $474,777

2843 Purvis Street, Innisfil - $1,198,700

2 Owned Parking Spaces & Locker... Gorgeous 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath Corner Unit, Largest Model 1,454 Sq Ft (Per Builder Plans), 9' Ceilings, Nicely Upgraded With S/S Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Grey, Upgraded Trim & Doors. Upgraded Floors, Granite Counter Tops, Subway Tile Back splash, W/O Large Balcony, Common Exercise Room, Under mount Lights, Upgraded Light Fixtures.

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New Subdivision, Grandview Built Bristol Model 1670/2170 Sqft Finished, Featuring 4 Bedrooms Total (3Up + 1Down) , 3 1/2 Baths, Stylish Upscale Kitchen W/ SS Appliances, Garden Doors & Quartz, Living Room W/Hardwood Floors & Gas F/P. Master Retreat W/4Pc Ensuite & Wic. Spacious Single Garage. Beautiful Landscaping. Paved Drive, Fully Fenced Lot, Extra Large Deck/Storage Under, Nothing Left To Do, Move In Ready... Check It Out The Difference Quality Makes!!!

Sought After Stonemanor Woods Community! This Exquisite "Albany A" Model Offers 4011 Sqft 4 Bdrms, 3.5 Baths. Many Upgrades Include; Hardwood Flooring, Oak Staircase, Iron Railings, Kitchen Cupboards, Appliances, Crisp & Timeless Chef's Kitchen Complete With Butlers Pantry, Stately Principle Rooms, Main Floor Office, Mudroom & Inside Entry From Both Sets Of His & Hers Garages. The 4 Bedrooms On The 2nd Floor All Come With Their Own Bathroom Access.

Your Private Haven Awaits In The Master Retreat With Grand Walk-In Closet & 5 Pc Spa Ensuite Including Oversized Glass Shower & Much More. Pool Sized 62' x 141' Lot. Truly A Must See!

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Stone Manor Woods Community, A Stone Throw Outside Barrie City Limits, Minus The Property Taxes. The 2900 Sqft "Marigold" Model Home, With 9 Ft Ceilings, 4 Bdrms, 3.5 Baths & Laundry Upstairs....Solid Wood Stairs, Wrought Iron Railing, Large Kitchen (Features Breakfast Area, Island, Natural Gas Fireplace, Coffered Ceiling In Master, Walk In Closet Plus 2nd Closet, 5 Pc Ensuite. With Double Sinks, Glass Shower & Soaker Tub. Double Car Garage, Quiet Street, Pool Sized Yard, Covered Front Porch.

Resort Living In Innisfil's Prestigious Friday Harbour. This 2 Storey Townhome Offers A Contemporary Open Concept Floor Plan. Hardwood Floors Featured On Both Levels. The Kitchen Houses SS Appliances And Overlooks The Great Room Which In Turn Walks Out To A Private Patio & Boat Slips. The Second Level Has 3 Well Proportioned Bedrooms & 2 Luxurious Baths. The Master Retreat Has A Large Balcony With Water Views Through Floor To Ceiling Windows. Amenities Incl Access To The Lake Club, Beach Club, 18 Hole Golf Course, Walking Trails Set Amidst 200 Acre Nature Reserve, Tennis Courts, & Restaurants!

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How Much Staging is Necessary When it’s Time to Sell?

BY JULIE ACHTERMEIER

Home staging is the process of professionally decorating a home to make it look more appealing to buyers. It’s intended to accentuate the positive features of your residence and help buyers imagine themselves in your home. The Real Estate Staging Association states that homes across North America spend 90 percent less time on the market if they are staged – 23 days compared to 184 days, respectively. But how much is enough?

According to the National Association of Realtors, for every $100 invested in staging your home, the potential return is about $400. That’s four times the return for doing a few simple things.

Before you start, consider the costs and what you’re willing to spend. You can go as far as paying a professional stager to come in, or you can follow a few simple steps and do it yourself.

If you choose the latter, start with these critical items first:

Paint – and don’t forget the trim!

Painting walls, especially if they are old colours or have marks, scrapes or nail pops, is an absolute must. Choose light, trendy colours that make the walls the backdrop to the room. The last thing you want is someone walking in and being hit in the face with a bold colour they may hate. Many Realtors recommend Benjamin Moore colours such as Elmira White (a soft beige), Revere Pewter (for a warmer, darker hue) and Cloud White as a faint tint to trim paint if you are repainting the trim.

Remove Clutter

This is not rocket science. No one wants to look at your baby photos or see your collection of vases so pack away personal items and collections and leave furniture empty. Once everything is put away, take a look at each tabletop and choose groups of three items to decorate. The eye likes odd numbers of groupings so pick three books, three candles at different heights or three different pieces that accent the room and blend into the décor.

Don’t Forget the Yard

A great trick to make your lawn look lush and green is to over-seed it. This chokes out weeds and will give it a luxurious appearance. Or, if you have enough lead time, hire a lawn company to get your grass in its best shape before you list. If you have gardens, be sure to remove debris, add fresh soil for a clean look and plant a few eye-catching annuals that will do well in your climate and orientation to the sun - think shade or sun plants. If you’re listing in winter, keep walkways clear and put away the Christmas lights... unless it’s the Christmas season.

Rent Furniture

The old red corduroy couch your Aunt Lila gave you isn’t going to win you any decorating awards. If you have old or damaged furniture, get rid of it and rent sleek, neutral pieces. Or make an investment in new furniture you can take with you.

Less is More

Once you’ve decluttered, slim it down even further.

This gives the room more space and keeps the buyer focused on what they can do with the home. In effect, a staged home should look as if no one lives there. That may sound counter-intuitive, but most people love to imagine themselves in a crisp, clean, minimalist living space. Can’t you imagine yourself in a home without all the mess?

If someone is about to make the most significant investment of their lives, they’re going to want to make sure it’s something they love and can picture themselves in. Showcasing how a home could be lived in depicts the real potential of the space.

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$585,000

SITTING ON A 3/4 ACRE GREENBELT LOT in the Forest Heights area of Sugar Bush. Lovely 1 year old, 3 bdrm, bungalow. Big foyer, 9 ft ceilings, granite counters, island & breakfast bar, tall cabinets, backsplash, potlights, SS appli, floor to ceiling gas FP, wood floors, garden doors, Master ensuite, main flr laundry. Ski, snowshoe, snowmobile, hike from the doorstep or drive just 7km to all that Horseshoe Resort has to offer. MLS 30725348

$559,000

COMING SOON!! 226 Moonstone Road East, Oro-Medonte. 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Bungalow on big private lot with lots of parking for the RV or boat trailer. In the village of Moonstone but with a country/rural feel.

$574,900

Pie-shaped, landscaped lot with mature trees. 4 Bed 3 Bath. Triple drive, updated front & garage doors. No carpet, bright living & dining room. Eat-in kit, SS Appl, breakfast bar & garden doors to cedar-fenced yard, 2 level deck (BBQ Gasline), pool & stone patio. Master w/ensuite & WI closet.

Lower level family rm has 9' ceiling/above-grade windows/potlites/Gas FP/Wet-Bar. MLS 30721976

$510,000

ENJOY LIFE AT THE WATERFRONT Panoramic Views Of Kempenfelt Bay, Centennial Park Beach, Marina & City From This Bright & Spacious Front-Corner Suite. 2 Bed 2 Bath Gem. Updated Galley Kitchen With Dinette. In-Suite Stacked Laundry & Storage. Master Enjoys Water Views/Walk-Out To The Balcony/ Walk-In Closet & Private Ensuite Bath With Big Shower. 2 Owned Parking Spots. MLS 30724842

$489,000

TOP FLOOR CORNER PENTHOUSE SUITE 2 Parking Spots & Full-Sized Locker. Open-Concept 3Bed/2Bath W/9ft Ceilings. Open kit features SS appli/pantry/upgraded quartz counters & centre island.

Great room has WO to west facing balcony for incredible sunsets & BBQ enjoyment. King sized master w/ensuite & WI closet. Insuite laundry has full sized stacked machines & storage space. MLS 30717996 COMFORTABLE EASY-CARE $439,000 LIFESTYLE AT THE JUNCTION North Barrie's newest condo. 9 Ft ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths.

1244 sq. ft. 3rd floor, corner Suite (Largest Model). Open Concept kitchen with quartz counters, island/breakfast bar, pantry & 4 Whirlpool appliances. Designer lighting throughout. King sized master with ensuite and walk in closet, in-suite laundry with fullsized, front-loaders. Quick Access To Hwy 400 & 11/Hospital/ Georgian College/Churches/ Schools/Parks/Little Lake & Public Transit MLS 30709495

HOME OR LUXURY COTTAGE Calling all Nature lovers! 5 bdrm, 2.5 bath home completely updated over the last 10 yrs incl a large addition featuring a family room/ 2 bdrms/ rec room/ laundry & 4 pc bath. Easy access to Farlain Lake & mins to Awenda Park. On-ground pool, newly constructed decks. 1500 gal Septic tank & tile bed in 2015, all windows updated, roof in 2010, addition in 2013, high eff York furnace/HRV new in 2009, 200 amp electrical, AC in 2014, Kit updated in 2011. MLS 30706674

$419,900

ONLY STEPS TO LAKE SIMCOE. Highly sough-after neighbourhood with child friendly swimming beach & only a short drive to Mara Provincial Park & amenities of Orillia. Large 66' X 165 lot. New roof shingles in October 2018. Paved double drive. High efficiency forced-air gas furnace & central air conditioning. Finished garage with newer door, auto door opener & inside entry.

Big breezeway-style foyer. Large family rm with gas FP& above grade windows. Hardwood floors in living & dining. MLS 30709494

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PASSIVE HOUSE THE NEW “GREEN” STANDARD FOR BUILDING IN CANADA

By Julie Achtermeier

It’s no secret that climate change has become the greatest global challenge facing our future, and while some experts may still be skirting the issue, there is growing acceptance internationally of the effect our carbon footprint is having on the planet. The Government of Canada is committed to doing its part with a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 30% below 2005 levels, by 2030. One of the ways to accomplish this is by reducing energy use.

According to the International Energy Agency, the global buildings sector is responsible for 30 percent of energy consumption, more than 55 percent of the global electricity demand, and contribute up to 30 percent of annual global greenhouse gas emissions which makes the way developers build homes a critical component to creating a low-carbon future.

Passive House (Passivhaus) is a high-performance building standard out of Europe that is gaining popularity with Canadian builders, developers and government planners. The methodology, developed in 1991 by Dr. Feist, an Austrian physicist, takes an entirely different approach to “green” construction. Imagine a home without a furnace or air conditioner. Imagine that same home requiring only 10-20% of the energy used by an average home.

A home heated in winter mainly by the sun, body heat, standard electrical appliances and light bulbs, and whose cooling needs in the summer are minimized by its exceptional design and orientation to the shade. Simple ventilation equipment assists with temperature consistency during all seasons and ensures excellent indoor air quality.

In 2013, Passive House Canada Institute West was founded and then became Passive House Canada in 2016, following the PHIUS (Passive House Institute US) climate specific model for North America. With its head office in British Columbia, Passive House Canada is a national non-profit association advocating for the Passive House high-performance building standard across the country. The concept has been recognized internationally as an extremely effective, and proven way to build for energy efficiency, comfort and affordability and is being increasingly adopted in Canada for residential, institutional and commercial buildings Builders and planners must become certified in Passive House to use the model, which operates on the main principals of proper insulation, no air leakages and no thermal bridges (where heat can trav-

el through walls to escape the building).

Part of this plan includes triple glass pane windows and proper orientation for heating by the sun and cooling by shade as well as active Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV).

Adam Vaughan, Liberal MP and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families recently spoke about the National Housing Strategy (a 40 billion-dollar, tenyear plan) and where government dollars would be best spent. He used the example of several highly successful housing projects in Vancouver built by Passive House-certified developers and went on to explain the impact it will have on reducing operating costs for future homeowners and renters by cutting energy use significantly.

Bob Walker, owner of Longview Services Inc. (an Ontario company that assists charities to raise funds for renovating and building green), says that after thirty years in the construction and design industries he was initially skeptical about this new and not very well-known Passive House standard. However, he visited a few sites and was convinced. “Of the 40 trillion dollars worth of buildings in Canada, the vast majority of them are inferior performers when it comes to energy efficiency,” Bob explains. “The Passive House way of building is the first holistic and intelligent approach to the process of design and construction that I have seen. I do not doubt that even more of its insights will be incorporated into future building code requirements and that it is the future of building quality structures.”

For more information, please visit www.passivehousecanada.com.

Sources: https://openparliament.ca/debates/2018/11/19/adam-vaughan-1/ https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/canadas-plan-reduce-carbon-emissions-strengthen-clean-growth-economy/43445/ https://www.passivebuildings.ca/about https://www.passivehousecanada.com/about-passive-house/ https://www.worldgbc.org/sites/default/files/UNEP%20188_GABC_ en%20%28web%29.pdf

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