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HOME OF THE MONTH
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FEATURE ARTICLES
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GOT KIDS? 5 THINGS TO LOOK
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FOR IN A HOME
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MARKET STATS
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Location, Location, Location It always comes back to location, and when you have kids, location is more important than ever. Depending on your children's ages and interests, where you choose to raise your family can significantly impact how everyone settles in. Consider the type of community you want – rural, urban or suburban? A quiet life in the country sounds lovely, but if it's a long way from schools, community centres or shopping, you could spend a considerable amount of time driving back and forth. Likewise, a city atmosphere may not be ideal if children have no place to play or the streets are busy.
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Proximity to Schools Considering the home's proximity to schools may seem obvious, but it's surprising how many people talk themselves into the "perfect" home only to discover it's too far from a school or the walking route isn't safe (think busy intersections or no sidewalks). Your employment situation and hours can also impact the ideal school location - will you be walking the kids or dropping them off on the way to work? The reputation of the school is also important and what it offers in addition to education. Does it have sports teams or an arts program? A home close to a good quality school will also keep reselling prices high, making selling easier if you choose to move again down the road.
Size and Layout of the Home When considering the size of the home you need, take into account the sports or activities your children play. A hockey player may need a mudroom to store smelly equipment, whereas a musician may need instruments in a finished basement to keep noise levels down. Also, consider how long you plan to stay in the home. If this is a long-term move, will the space be large enough for teenagers or young adults? Students who go away to university or college usually move back home for a while as they search for employment and save for rent or a down payment. You may want to consider a basement with an apartment or a walk-out with a separate entrance.
It Takes a Village It takes a village to raise a child – even in 2021. Finding a community where you can meet like-minded families is key to creating a happy home environment. Research the demographics for the area and determine if there are other families with children of similar ages. Check crime rates to determine if the neighbourhood will be safe for you and your family, then take a walk through the streets and get a good feel for the area. Can you see yourself there? Does it feel right? Your gut instincts can say a lot about a place, so take the time and check it out thoroughly.
Let Your Kids be Part of the Process Depending on the age of your children, keeping them involved in house hunting as much as possible will make the prospect of moving more exciting. Ultimately, you will decide where to live, but involving them may go a long way to creating an easier transition. Consider leaving them at home for the initial visit and include them only when you have narrowed down your search. There's a fine line between confusing them with too many options and keeping them involved, so try not to schedule more than two house visits in one outing. Kids who get bored will also become more disruptive and could cause tension during the visit.
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MODERN KITCHEN & BATH UPGRADES
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pgrades happen for all kinds of reasons, but one of the most common purposes of a home renovation is to make essential spaces like kitchens and bathrooms more modern.
Modernizing your spaces isn’t just about the aesthetic, although that is a major advantage, especially when it comes to resale value. Updating your kitchen and bath is also an opportunity to introduce new technology and enhancements that improve the function of these high-traffic rooms. Modern styles simplify everyday living and can make contemporary entertaining more enjoyable. The sleek lines of modern design lend themselves to a clean look, which is supported by hidden features that make organization easier.
SMART TECHNOLOGY Although the idea of a connected home isn’t new, technology is steadily improving. This means smart features are now often more affordable, easily integrated into the rest of your home and available to help manage a wider range of household items. In the kitchen, you can add smart technology in numerous ways, from appliances and climate control to lighting and window treatments. For example, touch-to-open and push-to-open doors and drawers create a sleek, modern design while opening and closing with either a push or touch of a button for convenience.
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Similar diversity is available in the bathroom, where you can incorporate connected health and fitness monitors, touchless toilets, mirrors that double as information centres, towel warmers and even showers that automatically adjust to your preferred temperature.
PAINT Changing the colours in a space is one of the most effective ways to transform the decor, but the walls aren’t the only place where paint can make a big impact, especially in rooms like the kitchen or bathroom, where the cabinetry can make a bold statement. Black is a hallmark of modern design and installing cabinetry with a black finish can instantly upgrade a room. To create visual interest, consider incorporating accent cabinets in a coordinating finish.
DECORATIVE RANGE HOODS An exposed range hood is a trendy look that can add sophistication to your kitchen. Treating this functional element as a statement piece gives you another place to showcase your style and create a sleek and modern look. If your hood is covered, consider making the cabinet door a focal point with a material such as back-painted glass.
MULTI-PURPOSE SINKS While your sink has some obvious functions, you can upgrade the space for even more practical use. Some of the latest sink design innovations include built-in features such as cutting boards, colanders, bowls, drying racks and compost areas. In addition, motion activated wastebaskets with separate compost or recycling containers provide hands-free access to reduce unwanted messes.
TOUCHLESS FAUCETS Public restrooms aren’t the only places you can benefit from a touchless faucet. At home, the feature may come in handy when your hands are full or filthy. An automatic water flow is convenient and can help keep germs and grime under control. For the most ontrend, modern look, coordinate your faucets with other bathroom elements finished in gold hues, such as a laminate veneer vanity in a high-gloss gold finish.
FREE-STANDING TUBS A luxurious soaking tub is a top demand for many homeowners, and trends are moving toward free-standing options that create a focal point in an oasis-like bathroom. You may be envisioning an old-fashioned clawfoot style, but there are numerous modern takes on the traditional version that can fit seamlessly into your modern design scheme. Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2021. All rights reserved.
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H A LT O N H A M I LT O N H O M E S
MARKET UPDATE HAMILTON
NUMBER OF SALES
LAST YEAR
1,195
1,137
1,200
966
1,000 800
THIS YEAR
1,302
1,400
679
865
753
745
1,058
745
600
782
597
341
400 200
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUNE
JULY
NUMBER OF NEW LISTINGS 1,701
1,800
1,694
1,600
1,430
1,400
1,000
885
1,177 1,194
1,081
1,200
977
1,242 916
769
800
564
600 400 200
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MAR
AVERAGE SALES PRICE 770
$900
APR
804
590
608
$500
JUNE
JULY
($1,000)
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787
$800 $700
MAY
556
604
788 617
780 627
$500 $400 $300 $200 $100
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUNE
JULY
SOURCE: REALTORS’ ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON BURLINGTON ALL RESIDENTIAL COMPARISON FEBRUARY 2021 - JULY 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 450
THIS YEAR
447
400 350
406
309
300 250
373
241
278
415 339 326
258
200
196
150
114
100 50
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUNE
JULY
NUMBER OF NEW LISTINGS 700
597
600 500 400
375 327
492
423
300
499
465 436
422
287
200
303
186
100
FEB
MAR
AVERAGE SALES PRICE $1,200
APR
843
841
JULY
1,127
1,059 808
1,043
1,001
$1,000
$800
JUNE
($1,000)
1,089
1,068
MAY
833
873
885
$600
$400
$200
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUNE
JULY
SOURCE: REALTORS’ ASSOCIATION OF HAMILTON BURLINGTON ALL RESIDENTIAL COMPARISON FEBRUARY 2021 - JULY 2021
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