GREATER HAMILTON
HOME & LIFESTYLE GUID E Volume 23, Issue 6
PROUDLY PRESENTING
A SPECTACULAR VICTORIAN SEMI IN THE HERITAGE DISTRICT OF DOWNTOWN DUNDAS! MORE INFO ON PAGE 8 TEXT RBGPFCH TO 844-928-0132 TOLL FREE
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CONTENTS SKIP TO EXACTLY WHAT INTERESTS YOU MOST Use our Contents page to navigate directly to our featured articles, up to date market statistics, realtor profiles, and featured agents.
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ON THE COVER
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HOME OF THE MONTH
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FEATURE ARTICLES
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BUYING A HOME WITH A SEPARATE APARTMENT?
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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6 WAYS TO MAKE
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MARKET STATS
A ROOM LOOK BIGGER
HAMILTON & BURLINGTON
FEATURE AGENTS
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END UNIT Approx 2 years old. 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath. Hardwd floors & luxury Berber carpet throughout. Main bedrm w/ ensuite. Many kitchen upgrades. Main floor laundry. Single garage.
3 SEPARATE UNITS Unique layout. Separate entrances & hydro meters. Great for personal or investment use. Rosedale area. Outside balconies. Tons of parking (just paved).
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BUYING A HOME WITH A SEPARATE APARTMENT? WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. Written By: JULIE ACHTERMEIER
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fter a year unlike any other, a new trend in home ownership has emerged: the rental unit (or "in-law" suite). The global pandemic plus rising real estate costs are causing homeowners to re-evaluate their living arrangements. Young adults are selling condos or giving up high-priced rental apartments and moving back in with their parents. Elderly parents are moving in with their adult children to avoid long-term care homes. And, some homebuyers need to offset the cost of higher-priced homes. Whatever your reasons for needing additional living quarters in your new home, our real estate experts share what you need to know and what pitfalls to avoid. "One of the main trends we see lately is that while baby boomers are downsizing, they're also helping their children upsize by purchasing a home with multi-generational living space," says Krista Hann, Royal LePage State Realty. "Most popular is the home with the walk-out basement, so family members have a separate entrance and full access to the backyard."
KRISTA HANN
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As Krista explains, there is massive competition for these homes, but not all homes are created equal. Homes with basement apartments are also favourable as the property can be used as rental income to offset the higher mortgage costs due to an inflated market. It's critical when looking for a home with a rental suite that you do your research and order a pre-inspection.
Why a pre-inspection? Basement suites are required to be up to code, meaning they should meet fire and safety standards. These codes include egress windows for emergency exits (windows a person can fit through), so there are at least two exit points. Air quality can also be a problem in a basement if there is mould or radon present. Some companies can perform these checks during a pre-inspection, so be sure to include this in your request. With the competitive market discouraging offers with conditions, a pre-inspection can give you peace of mind and allow you to go in with a clean offer.
Red Flags Before visiting any homes with a realtor, check your municipal bylaws to understand what constitutes a legal apartment. All municipalities are different, and most have a checklist online if you visit their website. For example, apartments with a separate kitchen must have proper venting for an oven. If a home advertises an "in-law" suite, but there is no oven, that's a red flag that the apartment is illegal. The homeowner should have documentation to support that the rental unit is legal and up to code. "Years ago, people died in basement apartments where there was faulty wiring or electrical problems," says Sam McDadi from SAM MCDADI Real Estate Inc. "Ask to see permits, so you know the apartment is legal and safe." Sam explains that buying a home with an illegal apartment can have dangerous consequences. And if neighbours report you to the bylaw office, you'll be forced to remove the unit.
The in-law suite While there's nothing inherently wrong with the in-law suite, be clear on how you want to use the space. If the suite will be used by the family as extra living space (spare bedroom and sitting room, for example) and sharing the central kitchen, you are good to go. But if this is to be a rental apartment, it may not be meeting fire and safety regulations. "Make sure you have a local realtor looking at the specific area you're interested in," advises Krista. "They can alert you as soon as something comes up and help determine if it meets your needs."
SAM MCDADI
SALES REPRESENTATIVE, B.SC., MBA
SAM MCDADI Real Estate Inc., Brokerage
905.502.1500 | sam@mcdadi.com
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HANG CURTAINS HIGH Instead of mounting your curtain rods just above the top of your windows, move up about five to six inches higher. This will create length to the wall, giving off the impression that the ceiling is higher than it actually is. Be sure to use curtains that reach the floor to highlight this illusion.
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BRING IN THE LIGHT Darkness can be univiting and create the sense of a small space. Letting in a lot of natural light is a great way to make a room feel larger. Use sheer panels instead of opaque or light blocking curtains Choosing warming LED light bulbs for lamps and use overhead lighting to create the look of natural and comfortable light without being too bright or too dark.
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H A LT O N H A M I LT O N H O M E S
MARKET UPDATE HAMILTON
LAST YEAR
NUMBER OF SALES 1,400
THIS YEAR
1,302 1,195
1,200
1,137
1,000 800 600
679
577
745
753
745
597
506 486
444
341
400 200
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
NUMBER OF NEW LISTINGS 1,701
1,800
1,694
1,600
1,430
1,400 1,200 1,000
885 728
800 600 400
977
1,081 769
611
564
430 344
200
DEC
JAN
AVERAGE SALES PRICE $800
$600 $500
562
529
MAR
APR
MAY
($1,000)
804
770
723
662
$700
FEB
590
608
793
787
556
604
$400 $300 $200 $100
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
SOURCE: REALTORS’ ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON BURLINGTON ALL RESIDENTIAL COMPARISON DECEMBER 2020 - MAY 2021
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H A LT O N H A M I LT O N H O M E S
MARKET UPDATE BURLINGTON
LAST YEAR
NUMBER OF SALES
THIS YEAR
447
450
406 373
400 350
309 278
300
241
250 200 150 100
196
187
172 143
108
114
50
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
NUMBER OF NEW LISTINGS
APR
MAY
597 492
500
436
423 375
400
327 287
267
300
214
186
200
136 100
75
DEC
JAN
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
FEB
MAY
1,089
1,068
1,059
983
962
$1,000
APR
($1,000)
$1,200
$800
MAR
833
1,001 843
780
841
808
833
$600
$400
$200
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
SOURCE: REALTORS’ ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON BURLINGTON ALL RESIDENTIAL COMPARISON DECEMBER 2020 - MAY 2021
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