OPEN HOUSE, Sunday, January 27 12:00-4:00; 103-15 Bridgeland Drive South, Winnipeg, MB

103-15 Bridgeland South, Winnipeg MB

  OPEN HOUSE!!!!!!     SUNDAY, JANUARY, 27th 12:00-4:30. 

$353,031

                                                                     

Located at the gateway to Winnipeg’s most popular neighborhood. Welcome to this unique and beautifully styled 3 story 1547 square foot town home. Landscaped common areas near walking paths and close to the U of M, shopping, public transportation and much more. The home is self contained, private entry with main floor office or den, with direct garage entry plus laundry area. Second floor features an open great room like floor plan with separate dining area and a huge kitchen with island, quartz counter tops, thermo foil cabinets, pantry, plus stainless steel appliances and glass tile splash guards and under cabinet lighting. Attractive, modern laminate flooring through out the spacious living room. Enjoy warmer evenings on your second floor deck. Two bedrooms, with ensuite in the Master bedroom. 2 Bathrooms in total. Low monthly condo fees. Ready for you to move in and enjoy!

If you cannot make it to the OPEN HOUSE, but would like a viewing of this property. Please give me a call to arrange a date and time. 

Tina August-REALTOR®, Royal LePage Top Producers 1-204-751-3477 or 204-230-6627

113 Blythefield Road, Sanford, MB Open House

113 Blythefield Road, Sanford MB

$499,900

Your invited....

Please join me Sunday, January 20th

2:00-4:00

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY January 20th 2 to 4. Vendor transferred - a must see! Meticulously maintained country-style home situated 1.5 acre riverfront property. Although the kayaks and canoes are stored til spring, you can ski or snowmobile for miles right from your doorstep, shovel your own rink on the river, or just sit by the fire and enjoy the wildlife. 5+ BR, energy efficient, new geo-thermal system ('04), nicely renovated grand kitchen, commercial appliances, granite counters, butcher block tiered island, formal dining area, LR/OFP, FR, spacious den/library, 4 bathrooms incl. deluxe ensuite, main floor laundry, private in-law suite w/LR, kit, BR and den (could be converted back to oversized dble attached garage), large deck, hot tub, built on piles, close to schools, excellent value, short drive to city. Buyers note BONUS - sellers WILL PAY 2013 property taxes.

CAN'T MAKE THE OPEN HOUSE? GIVE ME A CALL TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOUR OWN PRIVATE VIEWING OF THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME. 1-204-751-3477

Make an Entrance: Warm Up Your Entryway This Winter

Winter. It's a time of crisp air, gently falling snow, and piles of coats, slushy boots and soggy mittens in your front hall. This season, make your entryway organized and inviting. Here's how:

Make first impressions count. Give your door a fresh coat of glossy paint, and put down a new doormat. Hang a nice winter wreath or plant an evergreen in a sturdy urn.

Store your stuff out of sight. If you don't have enough closet space, add storage by hiding a garment rack behind a curtain, using an armoire, installing a coat tree or hall stand, or by trying one of these storage ideas:
- A bench with built-in storage holds your stuff and offers a convenient spot to sit down and put your boots on.
- A small bookshelf with labeled baskets is good for storing small items.
- A chest of drawers can make your front hall look more like a furnished room, and it gives you a surface for photos, a lamp or incoming mail.

Stay in season. Move non-winter items to a different part of your home. Leave some extra space and extra hangers for your guests' coats.

Tame your shoes. Set a limit to how many pairs each person can keep by the door, and install a shoe rack to keep footwear organized. Avoid putting boots on a mat that doesn't drain, they won't dry properly and the leather will get damaged. A perforated tray with a mat underneath will let your footwear drip-dry.

Hook it. Heavy-duty hooks keep backpacks, scarves, purses and coats off the floor. Hang them at a height where kids can reach them to make it easy for them to put away their things.

Make a place for your misplaceables. How much time do you spend hunting for keys, sunglasses, cell phones and dog leashes? Dedicate a basket or bowl to these important items by the front door, and you'll never have to search under the couch cushions again.

Design idea 1: Install a hook and small shelf for each person, and stencil their name on the wall beside it.

Design idea 2: Hang an ornate frame and fill the blank space in the middle with small, pretty key hooks.

Floor décor. Offer a warm welcome with a soft, washable rug that doesn't show dirt easily. Put a mat outside, too; wiping your feet before you go in will mean less muck and less cleaning.

Don't forget to decorate. Paint your entryway a striking colour, hang a graceful mirror, incorporate family photos or a favourite piece of art, add a table lamp and an accessory or two. Make it welcoming and beautiful. After all, it's the first place people see when they come into your home.

Tina August, REALTOR®, Royal LePage Top Producers

1-204-751-3477

Make Home Fire Safety a New Years Resolution

It's that time of year again, and I am sure you, like everyone has accumulated a list of New Years Resoultions.  But what about the safety of yourself and your family?  Of course, that is of top importance, but its easily slipped from our minds that we should in fact impelement a safety routine in case of a home fire.  Here are some tips for you and your family:

GENERAL

• You should have a smoke alarm outside of your sleeping are, and one per level of your household
• Smoke alarms need to be in working order and tested monthly
• Replace your smoke alarm batteries every 6 months, regardless if the batteries in the device still are working
• Have an escape plan and practice it with all of your family members regularly
• Make sure all of the occupants if your house know the important emergency numbers (post on fridge, or on a bulletin board and do not move)
• Agree to a meeting place in case of a fire or emergency and make sure that everyone knows where that is.  With young children engrave it in their memory but randomly asking and telling them where that is

BASEMENT

The basement is often overlooked when preparing to make your family home fire safe.

• Remove all combustibles near your furnace
• Ensure that your furnace filters are clean and in good shape.  Maybe put a reminder on your calendar every so often to check because this often slips peoples minds.
• NO matter where your laundry is located, make sure that you remove lint build up in the dryer vent and lint collector
• Ensure minimum windows size in basement sleeping areas

OUTSIDE

Yes! Outside too!

• Make sure that your house number is visible from the street.  If you live in a rural area, make sure your land number is in front of your driveway, easily readable for emergency vehicles.  If you do not have one, contact your rural municipality and request one
• Clear snow build up blocking air exhaust vents
• Remove excessive combustibles and propane cylinders stored on balcony or by the home.
• Avoid excessive wood piles and all brush.  This also helps with pest control as mice and other critters are attracted to this conveniently built homes.

HOUSEHOLD AREAS

• Determine two ways out of sleeping rooms and living areas
• Make sure secondary exit windows easily open
• Make sure bars on bedroom windows can be easily opened from the INSIDE
• All exit and interior doors work properly
• Outlets are not overloaded, cracked or uncovered.  We often have wires everywhere, you should see behind my TV.  Check often and remove any cords, wires that are not being used and Remove them
• Do not leave small appliances plugged in when you are not using them.  Coffee maker, toaster, hair dryer etc.
• All electrical cords in good shape and NOT running under rugs
• Make sure all household chemicals are stored away from children and household pets
• Matches and lighters out of reach of children/minors. We were all kids once and now the temptation of touching these things, regardless of warnings from our parents/elders.  Out of sight, out of mind.
• Make sure all space heaters have at least 3 feet of space from combustibles

KITCHEN

• Remove all combustibles from cooking areas
• Kitchen hood vent should be cleaned and maintained regularly

LIVING AREA

• If you have a fireplace, make sure it has a proper screen and hearth
• Chimney should be clean and asked disposed of properly
• NO excessive wood piled by fireplace

ATTIC

• Clear aisles and neat storage (no loose combustibles)
• Ensure heating vents are not covered

GARAGE

• Proper storage of mower/snow blower and flammable liquids/propane

INJURY PREVENTION

• Ensure that your water heater thermostat is 49C or 120F or LESS (turn on cold water first, then hot)
• Keep stairs and walking areas of clutter
• Unse non-slip mats in the bathtub and on shower floor

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Draw an exit plan for every floor of your home and post it where it can be seen at all times.
• Have at least one, if not several well stocked first aid kits in consistent places.  Make sure the children know where to find these as well
• Have flashlights in case of power outages
• Consider installing a carbon monoxide detector.  These can be found at many different types of stores and have been known to save many lives.  You CANNOT SMELL carbon monoxide and the symptoms are often fatally mistaken as not feeling well or being extremely tired. Install one on every floor of your home.  
• Double keyed locks may impede escape
• If you smoke, each room has fire safe ashtrays (safely dispose of ashes).  Better yet, smoke outside.  NEVER smoke around children.
• Have a home fire extinguisher.  Most people have one in the kitchen. Keep it in one spot. Consider having one on every floor of your home.

MOST IMPORTANTLY: Have family fire drills and practice with all of the occupants in the home once a month.  Practice makes perfect and in time of an emergency, if yourself and your loved ones know what to do it could mean the difference between life and death.  Please take the time. It always pays to be safe. 

Home Ice Advantage: How to Make a Backyard Ice Rink

1. Envision where your new ice rink will be, ensuring it’s on the flattest area possible.  Hammer 4 stakes into the ground for each corner (as a rule of thumb, the rink’s length should be at least twice the size of its width).
2. Use 5 x 20cm boards to attach to stakes and build entire perimeter. 
3. Use a tarp or a large sheet of vapour barrier to insert in rink area and staple to inside boards.
4. In a cold temperature, fill rink with 5cm depth of water. 
5. Place another tarp or covering across top of rink, ensuring it does not touch water, and tie down.  This will prevent anything from falling in while water freezes.
6. Let water freeze at least three days before stepping on rink.
7. Remove cover, and enjoy your new backyard rink.  Game on! 

Tina August, REALTOR®, Royal LePage Top Producers

1-204-751-3477