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59 CAMBRIDGE CRES • $249,900

This 3 bedroom home is situated on a wide hilltop lot. The home has been updated with a modern eat-in kitchen complete with glass and stone mosaic back splash, new flooring installed in 2014, roof 2007 and windows 2005. Large master bedroom complete with his and hers closets. The finished 40+ foot long rec room with bar is ready for entertaining. Your back yard comes equipped with a play structure, 4 season gazebo over the deck, and patio off the 12’x21’ detached workshop. All ready for you to move in.This home must be seen to be fully appreciated. Call to make an appointment today.

1371 JOHN F SCOTT RD • $697,000

This executive bungalow complete with office suite is custom designed to fit your lifestyle. Privately situated on 5 acres and only minutes from the city yet the quietness and tranquility of country living. 3495 sq feet is comprised of a spacious eat in kitchen with granite counter tops, and cozy fireplace. The master bedroom is ample with over 400 sq. feet including ensuite and walk in closet. A total of 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms with the ability to convert a separately accessible office suite to an in-law suite make this home completely versatile for your needs. A heated 2500 sq. foot garage/work shop with separate 200 amp panel and 10 foot ceilings can store all your toys too!

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935 Blossom Street - $279,900• This fantastic town home is located in desirable Woodhaven, minutes away

from amenities such as the Cataraqui mall, the 401, and the golf course.• Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms, and an oversized master

bedroom with a huge walk in closet and 4 piece bathroom.• Spacious open concept living room and eat in area.

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751 Tanner Drive - $279,900

• This cozy and quaint bungalow was constructed by one of Kingston’s premier builders, & is centrally located to all of Kingstons amenities in a

quiet family neighborhood.• Large windows flood natural light into the spacious open

concept main living area.• The fully finished basement is the perfect teen or guest retreat w/ bedroom.

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848 DANBURY ROAD $264,900Find great value here in this 3 bedroom bungalow sitting on a large city lot. This home includes maple hardwood flooring, large updated cooks kitchen, fireplace in the formal living room, dining room with doors to a screen veranda plus deck off kitchen. Updated main bathroom with soaker tub, newer thermal windows & doors on main floor, need appliances? Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer included here. Lower level features large finished family room with carpet flooring, and a large laundry/storage room roof re-shingled 2015, forced air gas furnace and central air replaced 2014.

1039 HUDSON $279,900Available immediately, this thoroughly updated 3+1 bedroom back split will make a wonderful home for your family. Features include: eat in kitchen, hardwood floors, large rec-room, covered walk up from basement, private patio and fenced back yard, freshly recapped double paved drive to the attached garage, central air and more. Call today for your private viewing.

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SUN 2-4PM1084 WINTERGREEN CRES$329,900

Location plus for this 4 bedroom, 2.5 baths, family home on 39.03x113.16x94x102 pie shape park like lot backing onto greenspace. Featuring a large family room, separate dining room and living room. Spacious eat-in kitchen with huge windows inviting the outside in with its mature trees,on-ground gas heated 15 ft x 30 ft sport pool with cabana/shed and large deck. Master Bedroom features walk in closet and 4 piece bath with soaker tub. Extra high partially finished basement with corner gas fireplace, lounging area, large workshop for the handy man plus a bonus walk up to double car garage. Many updates in the past 10 years, ideal family home with schools and shopping nearby. MLS® 360880024 Dir: Bayridge Dr Left on Cedarwood, left on Wintergreen

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858 LARCHWOOD CRES$224,900

Grade level walkout elevated bungalow offers spacious living room, dining room and kitchen. Laminate flooring throughout (carpet free), updated kitchen and bath, newer windows, newer furnace and air conditioner. Lower level with side door walkout, large rec room and access to single car garage. Large pie shaped lot with mature trees. Great starter home or investment home in the secondary suite zoned by the city. MLS® 360880224. Dir: Bayridge Drive to Cataraqui Woods Dr, right on Larchwood

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1042 SMALE COURT $455,000

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PAYMENT TYPE AMOUNT MONTHLY PAYMENTS

Existing Mortgage @ 5.75% $ 175,000.00 $1,093.79

Visa Card @ 19.75% $ 7,500.00

$ 250.00

Car Loan @ 6.50% $ 15,000.00

$ 450.00

Dept. Store @ 28% $ 3,500.00

$ 125.00

Home Renovations - LOC $ 20,000.00 $ 200.00

TOTAL: $ 221,000.00

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469-471 Earl Street - $840,000

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Well appointed 3 bedroom plus den, 2 full/ 1 half bath

home in Mowat Woods.

Landscaped rear yard with a brand new deck.

Endless upgrades including hardwood, ceramic, in �oor radiant heat,

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Fully �nished lower with rec room, bath and walkout to rear yard.

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4781 GERMAN ROAD $429,900

Treat yourself in the new year to this stunning 3+1 bedroom, 2.5 Bath home. Situated on a sprawling 2.9 Acre lot this custom crafted home with ICF foundation wows from the minute you walk into the grand entrance. The open concept main floor has it al with vaulted 12 foot ceilings, walls of transom windows allowing plenty of natural light, gleaming hardwood floors, laundry room, and cozy fireplace. Eat in kitchen features built in stainless steel appliances and ample counter space to enjoy morning coffee at. Master bedroom has a gorgeous ensuite with his & hers sinks. Lower level features a carpeted family room & 4th bedroom. Exterior features a double car attached garage, workshop and 14 x 30 deck with 12 x 12 canopy. Call today for your personal viewing! MLS®361430300.

23 MAIN ST, ODESSA $284,900

Extensive upgrades in this large bright and open concept home with plenty of natural light offering nearly 2300 sqft of living space with skylights and cathedral ceilings. 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, updated eat-in kitchen with porcelain tile and maple cabinets in both the kitchen and main floor laundry. Hardwood throughout the main floor and upper level with carpet just on the stairs. This home offers a huge 320 sqft master bedroom with double walk in closets, a large 20x14 deck, new wood fence, new garage door, new furnace and a/c (2014), updated roof and is freshly painted throughout. All of this sitting on a 90` by 172` private treed lot on the outer edge of Odessa (provided with municipal services: natural gas, water & sewer) within walking distance to Ernestown secondary school. Call for your showing today! MLS®15610652

Jason is a native of Kingston and a former Frontenac. He remains passionate about hockey and his community,

presenting the Academic Player of the Month Award for the Kingston Frontenacs along with being the Assistant Coach to the Kingston Canadians Novic AA team! Jason played hockey for St. Thomas University in Fredericton, New Brunswick; a four-year stay which also earned him a bachelor’s degree in

Psychology. From Fredericton, Jason embarked on a one-year tour to Austria, where he played with the Salzburg Red Bulls,

of the Austrian Professional League. His travels have since lead him back home to Kingston, where he lives with Kristie, son

Cohan 8, and two step sons Easton 11 & Kayden 8.

29 MAIN STREET, WESTPORT$464,900

A rare opportunity awaits you in this 3 storey property picturesquely situated on the upper Rideau. The bottom floor is commercially zoned with a kitchenette and bathroom complete with frontage on the bustling streets of the Wesports beautiful downtown hub. The second & third floors collectively offer 1,460 square feet of living space consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, spacious kitchen, cozy fireplace, and separate dining room all with bright windows many with views of the waterfront. The backyard is an oasis complete with a dock & beautiful gardens. The opportunities are truly endless and a sound investment no matter what direction you take. Call today for your personal viewing! MLS®441030064.

664 FIELDSTONE DRIVE$499,900

The moment you drive up to 664 Fieldstone Dr. you`ll be impressed. Entering the front door you will instantly feel at home. The main floor is carpet free consisting of 3/4` hardwood and ceramic tiles in the wet areas. An open concept layout and beautiful kitchen featuring cherry cabinets and granite counters is great for entertaining family and friends. The spacious oak staircase leads you to 4 bedrooms all with access to one of three full bathrooms. This entire house is freshly painted and the basement is partially finished awaiting your finishing touches. The bonuses continue outside with an extra wide bordered driveway and landscaped gardens equipped with an in ground sprinkler system. MLS®15610287.

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Easy and budget-friendly ways to add curb appeal

Curb appeal can help a home get noticed in a bustling real estate market. Curb appeal also can contribute to the aesthetics of a neighborhood for residents who plan to stay put, and many home-owners feel an attractive exterior is just as impor-tant as a comfortable interior.

Homeowners do not have to spend a fortune to improve the curb appeal of their homes. With these strategies, anyone’s home can take on a more appealing look.

Clean upA messy, untamed front yard can detract from

a perfectly acceptable home. Cleaning up your yard and home’s exterior is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to give the place a make-over. Cut back overgrown shrubs, plants and trees. Make sure the front door is clearly visible and that any walkways are edged and accessible. Store gar-bage pails behind a barrier and keep trash out of sight. Store children’s toys in the backyard rather than strewn across the front lawn. These simple steps can improve curb appeal instantly.

Spruce up the lawnA well-manicured lawn can go a long way to

making a home more appealing. If your thumb is anything but green, hire a professional lawn and garden service to help you establish a lush, green lawn.

Dress to impressThe entryway to a home is the first thing visi-

tors will see. Be sure the front door and entryway are in good repair. A pop of color can’t hurt, either. If you do not like the idea of painting the door a vivid hue, dress it up with a colorful wreath or an-other decorative accent. Carry your interior design style to the outdoors as well. Welcoming accents, such as cushioned chairs or potted plants, also add curb appeal. Consider painting house numbers on a terra-cotta pot and filling it with plants. The pot will be decorative and functional.

Rely on symmetrySymmetry is pleasing to the eye and easy to ar-

range. Use it to frame your entryway and through-out your property. Symmetrical use of lighting fixtures, plants, trees, and decorative items really can have an impact.

Don’t forget lightingOutdoor lighting adds appeal and safety to a

property. Use lighting to accent a special land-scaping feature or to illuminate a walkway. Few people enjoy approaching a dark home, and out-door lighting can ensure your property always is well-lit. Remember, curb appeal is applicable both day and night.

Improving on curb appeal can make a differ-ence in how others view your home.

Curb appeal can set your home apart from others, and improving curb appeal doesn’t have to be expensive.

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Visa Card @ 19.75% $ 7,500.00

$ 250.00

Car Loan @ 6.50% $ 15,000.00

$ 450.00

Dept. Store @ 28% $ 3,500.00

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TOTAL: $ 221,000.00

$ 2,118.79

CONSOLIDATE WITH:

New Mortgage @ 2.5% $ 221,000.00 $ 990.01 P/M




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ANDREW MCCANNMortgage Agent,

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Cell: 613-770-7173

[email protected]

DANA COMPTONMortgage Agent,

Lic.#M12002271

Cell: 613-539-6275

[email protected]

JIM NEESONMortgage Agent,

Lic.#M08002708

Cell: 613-546-6924

[email protected]




1305 Princess St., Kingston ON K7M 3E3

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SALES REPRESENTATIVEStephanie Boven

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Hilary McKenna

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This all brick 1400 sqft country bungalow has been lovingly maintained by its current owners for the past 30 years but

it’s time for a new family to make their special memories here. You will love the hardwood floors, beautiful white eat in

kitchen w/terrace doors to large deck & screened in gazebo overlooking the countryside. There are 3 bedrms on the

main level, updated bathrm, large living rm & main floor family rm w/pine accents & bright windows. The basement is

mostly finished (just needs flooring) w/recrm, 4th bedrm & 3pc bath. Nice mudrm/breezeway between the house & the

double car garage/workshop + there is a large shed as well. Great value. MLS®14606617 Asking $219,900

4370 COUNTY RD 6

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956 BLOSSOM STREETDIRECTIONS: (FROM PRINCESS STREET) TURN NORTH ONTO

ROSANNA AVENUE (JUST EAST OF COLLINS BAY ROAD / CATARAQUI WOODS DRIVE), LEFT ONTO BLOSSOM STREET.

MODEL HOME IS LOCATED AT 956 BLOSSOM STREET.

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1297 Sq.Ft., 3 Bedroom Bungalow, 9’ Ceilings Main Floor, Ceramic & Hardwood Main Floor MLS 360892604

$369,900MOVE-IN READY!

• 4 Beds, 3.5 Baths, Former Tamarack Model• Hardwood & Ceramic Throughout• Great Rm w/Gas Fireplace & Built-In Media Centre• Open Concept & Main Floor Study• Gorgeous Ensuite & 2nd Floor Laundry• Backing onto Pond In Woodhaven Estates

MLS®16600875 Asking $549,900Dir: Princess St to Woodhaven Dr

1030 WOODHAVEN DR.

• 4 Beds, 2.5 Baths & Quick Closing• Quiet Cul De Sac in Sutton Mills• Beautifully Renovated Kitchen & Baths• Main Floor Family Rm w/Gas Fireplace• Main Floor Laundry• Finished Basement & Lovely Landscaping

MLS®16600869, Asking $396,900Dir: Old Colony or Milford to Kimberley to Gainsborough

835 GAINSBOROUGH PLACE

• 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Quick Closing• 1300 Sqft plus Finished Basement• Living Room with Gas Fireplace• Updated Roof, Gas Furnace & Windows• Lovely Private Corner Lot• Walking Distance to the Cat Centre• Single car garage w/paved driveway

MLS® Asking $259,900Dir: Old Colony to Ridley to Clearfield

876 CLEARFIELD CRES.

• 5000+sqft Finished Living Space• on 2 Acres & 5 Mins to Cat Centre• 36x16ft 3 Season Screen-In Cedar Sunporch w/Sunken Hot Tub• Gourmet Kitchen W/Eating Bar, Open Concept• 3 Beds + Den+ Another Bed & Bath Down• Recrm W/Heated Floors, Stone Bar• Gorgeous Landscaping W/ Heated Saltwater Inground Pool

MLS #15608933, Asking $879,900

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• 3 Years Old & Loaded w/Upgrades• Riverpark Subdivision Downtown Kingston• Beautiful Hardwood & Ceramic• Gorgeous Kitchen, Open Concept• Large Master Suite Retreat• Cedar Fenced Courtyard w/Fruit Trees• Community Waterfront Park.

MLS #15610793, Asking $314,900

DOWNTOWN RIVERPARK

• 4+1 Beds, 2 Full, 2 Half Baths• 2700 Sqft in Wonderful Westwoods• Updated Kitchen & Bathrooms• Main Floor FamRm w/Stone Fireplace• Ceramic & Hardwood• Huge Finished Basement• Walking Distance to 5 Schools.

MLS #15607977, Asking $469,900

WESTWOODS FAMILY DELIGHT

• 2600 Sq. ft, 4+1 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths• Beautiful Main Floor In-Law Suite• Hardwood & Ceramic Throughout• Open Concept With Gas Fireplace• Only 4 Years Old, Home Based Business Possibilities• Walkout Basement, Drive Under Garage/Workshop

MLS #15601025, Asking $579,900

• 2+2 Beds, 3 Full Baths• Hardwood, Ceramic & Gas Fireplace• Open Concept Maple Kitchen• Professionally Finished RecRm• Inground Salt Water Pool• Convenient Greenwood Park Location• Custom built by John Maas

MLS #15610489, Asking $374,900

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How to prepare your home for prospective buyers

Selling a home can be exciting. Homeowners who made considerable financial commitments when buying their homes may be anxious when the time comes to get returns on their investments, but selling a hope need not be so nerve-racking.

Buyers’ tastes often dictate their interest in a home. For example, no matter how immaculate homeowners may keep their colonials, such homes won’t appeal much to buyers looking for a traditional Cape Cod cottage-style home. But while you might not be able to change your home’s architecture to appeal to the masses, there are steps you can take to make your home more appealing to buyers whose dream home more closely resembles your own.• Address curb appeal. Curb appeal goes a long way to-

ward creating a lasting first impression, so homeowners can start by driving up to their homes and looking at them through the eyes of prospective buyers. Address the landscape if it needs some TLC, and power wash siding if it’s appearing a little dirty. Examine your drive-way for cracks and consider installing a new surface if the existing one is more of an eyesore than eye-catching. Finally, clear the yard of toys and tools before nailing the “For Sale” sign into the ground, as a cluttered yard will give buyers the impression that you did not priori-tize keeping a clean and presentable home.

• Clear out the clutter. Some sellers stage their homes when putting them up for sale. But staging might not be an option for sellers who are still living in their homes and intend to do so until they find buyers. If you can’t stage your home, then do your best to remove

clutter, including extra pieces of furniture you might have accumulated over the years that can make rooms seem smaller. Box up any books that no longer fit on bookshelves, and try to keep common areas like family rooms, hallways and kids’ playrooms as open and clean as possible so the rooms appear roomy and relaxing.

• Let the light shine in. Dark homes are less appealing to prospective buyers, many of whom have no interest in living in caves that are void of natural sunlight. When showing your home, make sure all of the curtains are drawn and the blinds or shades are up. If trees or shrubs outside windows are blocking natural light from getting inside, consider trimming them so your home appears sunnier and more inviting. Bright homes tend to feel more spacious, so fix any light fixtures that need fixing and even add small lamps in rooms that could use some extra light.

• Tackle that to-do list. It’s easy for a home’s residents to grow accustomed to certain minor problems, such as a doorknob that always sticks or a creaky kitchen cabinet door. But buyers might be turned off by too many of these minor problems and wonder if any larger and more ex-pensive issues also went ignored. Before showing your home, address all those minor repairs on your to-do list. Selling a home can be exciting, and homeowners can

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Things to consider before buying an

investment property Real estate can be an incredibly fruitful invest-

ment. Buying a property at the right time can pro-vide investors with a substantial return when they decide to sell, and that opportunity compels many men and women to consider investing in real estate.

While there’s no denying real estate can yield a great return on buyers’ initial investments, there’s more to making money in real estate than simply buying a property and waiting for its value to rise. Buyers who are thinking of investing in real estate should consider a host of factors before purchas-ing an investment property.

Price trendsRecent sale activity in a given town or neigh-

borhood is something prospective real estate investors should study before buying an invest-ment property. Would-be real estate investors can explore real estate websites such as Zillow.com for recent sale information, which may also be available through local government agencies. Such data can be invaluable, showing potential in-vestors which neighborhoods are in demand and which may be in decline.

TaxesInvestment properties are not eligible for as

many tax benefits as primary residences. However, landlords can write off repairs, management costs and other fees associated with rental properties. But it’s not just their own tax bill prospective investors should consider before buying an investment prop-erty. Many potential buyers down the road may prefer a property in an area where property taxes are relatively low, so even if you can afford the tax on the investment property, you may find buyers

are unwilling to assume that burden when you put the property up for sale in the future.

LocationProspective real estate investors no doubt know

the value of location with regard to real estate, but if you can’t afford to buy in a neighborhood that’s currently hot, that does not necessarily mean you can’t still capitalize on that area’s popularity. When a town becomes popular, its property values rise, and many buyers find themselves just barely priced out. When that happens, the surrounding towns tend to become the next hot neighborhood, as these areas are nearly as close to the attractions that make the initial neighborhood so desirable. Buying on the outskirts of a hot neighborhood can set you up to benefit nicely when that area gets too pricey.

SchoolsSchool systems should be examined even if

you do not have children. In a recent Trulia.com survey of American home buyers, 35 percent of respondents with children under age 18 indicated they want to live in great school districts. Great-Schools.org has profiles of 200,000 public, public charter and private preK-12 schools. Investors can use the GreatSchools.org search engine to find information about local schools and school systems so they can better position themselves to buy properties in areas that will appeal to buyers down the road.

Real estate can be a fruitful investment, and investors who want to benefit the most from their properties will explore various factors before pur-chasing a home or homes.

9 LORADEAN CRES

MLS# 362620065 | $359,900

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270 VANGUARD CRT

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“The Dexton” $694,900

912 PURDY MILLS RD

MLS# 15610629 | $524,900

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“The Reid 2” $474,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“THE TREW” $564,900

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“The Lexington” $819,900

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WOODHAVEN WEST

“The Reid 2” $474,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“THE TREW” $564,900

BAXTER NORTH



9 LORADEAN CRES

MLS# 362620065 | $359,900

WOODHAVEN WEST


270 VANGUARD CRT

MLS# 360850411 | $239,900

BAXTER NORTH


912 PURDY MILLS RD

MLS# 15610629 | $524,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“The Reid 2” $474,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“THE TREW” $564,900

BAXTER NORTH



9 LORADEAN CRES

MLS# 362620065 | $359,900

WOODHAVEN WEST


270 VANGUARD CRT

MLS# 360850411 | $239,900

BAXTER NORTH


912 PURDY MILLS RD

MLS# 15610629 | $524,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“The Reid 2” $474,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“THE TREW” $564,900

BAXTER NORTH



9 LORADEAN CRES

MLS# 362620065 | $359,900

WOODHAVEN WEST


270 VANGUARD CRT

MLS# 360850411 | $239,900

BAXTER NORTH


912 PURDY MILLS RD

MLS# 15610629 | $524,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“The Reid 2” $474,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“THE TREW” $564,900

BAXTER NORTH



9 LORADEAN CRES

MLS# 362620065 | $359,900

WOODHAVEN WEST


270 VANGUARD CRT

MLS# 360850411 | $239,900

BAXTER NORTH


912 PURDY MILLS RD

MLS# 15610629 | $524,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“The Reid 2” $474,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“THE TREW” $564,900

BAXTER NORTH



9 LORADEAN CRES

MLS# 362620065 | $359,900

WOODHAVEN WEST


270 VANGUARD CRT

MLS# 360850411 | $239,900

BAXTER NORTH


912 PURDY MILLS RD

MLS# 15610629 | $524,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“The Reid 2” $474,900

WOODHAVEN WEST

“THE TREW” $564,900

BAXTER NORTH



MLS 362620065 | $359,900

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912 Purdy Mills Rd.

Woodhaven West

MLS 15610629 | $524,900

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Exterior lighting improves the safety and appearance of a home

When drafting a to-do list for home improve-ments that can increase home value and appeal, several renovations may be atop homeowners’ lists. While kitchen or bathroom remodels may be popular renovations, homeowners also should consider outdoor lighting schemes that can make homes safer and more alluring.

Outdoor lighting serves various purposes. Such lighting can draw attention to more impres-sive parts of a property. In addition, such lighting can improve security and deter criminals.

To get started, homeowners should first examine the exteriors of their homes and make note of exist-ing lighting and where improvements can be made. If you’re not sure where to begin, speak with an electrician or a landscape designer, each of whom can offer suggestions on lighting and which options are the best fit for your particular property.

Next, you’ll want to consider efficiency and function. The United States Department of Energy suggests incorporating energy-efficient lighting, including energy-saving LED bulbs or fluorescent lights, into your plans. Timers and other automatic controls can prevent waste by turning lights on only when they are needed. Solar lights can be used as accent lights, further saving energy.

BeautyWhen addressing aesthetics, think about the

appeal of an accented landscape. Include lights to frame the front door and call attention to cer-tain elements, such as decorative trees or water features. Use lights to light up deck stairways or to accent planters. Speak with a lighting profes-

sional about how to position lights to cover the most territory in the most attractive way pos-sible.

SafetySafety is an important consideration when

improving a home. Lighting can help illuminate potential hazards or draw attention to borders or property boundaries. Navigating in the dark can be treacherous, so put lights along pathways and near pools or spas. Be sure that lights will clearly mark other walkways around your home, such as those leading from doors to the yard or from the garage to where trash and recycling pails are kept. If a design element such as a bridge over a water feature or a particular ornamental tree or shrub is difficult to navigate in the dark, use lights to improve visibility.

SecurityAdded security is another reason to install

more exterior lighting. Dark homes are attractive to burglars. Eliminate dark corners by lighting up areas where thieves may be able to gain access to your home. This includes areas near doorways and ground-level windows. Install motion-sensor lights in such areas so you are not wasting energy.

Lighting may not only deter human intruders, but also it can scare away animals. A raccoon, skunk or opossum may think twice about hang-ing around your home when your property is bathed in a spotlight.

Revamping exterior lighting elements can im-prove the safety and the look of a home.

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