Welcome to the Season’s finest in The Hamptons! www.20124-48ave.com

Original home owners picked this lot based on location. Backing on to trees and home to many local birds who frequent the bird house for daily treats. The resident squirrel also likes to get in on the bird seed action too…but he may be alittle too fat now to get inside the birdhouse! The owners took a spec home and customized a few features to ensure quality, practicality and design pizzazz. Mint condition inside and out. This is a well loved home.

My “Story”

I was born during the building boom of 2005. My original owners (and current owners) chose me because of my lot location…I have lovely trees that line the back of my yard – and a fabulous bird house that gets lots of frequent feeders..even the local squirrel likes to get in on the buffet.

My owners bought me as a spec home but went to great lengths to ensure that I had the right upgrades including the right colour/type of carpet for durability and fashion sense. The right shades of grey were chosen throughout the kitchen and master bedroom as accent colours  to complement the lighter tones of the cabinetry and walls.  I had a custom mirror installed on my main floor powder room along with subway tile making me look like a hotel spa! My owners also installed the same fabulous subway tile in the kitchen – another one to add to the upgrades.

My owners favourite room in the house has got to be the upstairs family room. This room basks in the sun all day long – making it ideal for morning coffees to late afternoon football games. The master bedroom overlooks my backyard. Another area my owners have taken great pride in their ‘green thumb’ skills. A new pressure treated deck with railing was built just for me – and the extensive landscaping is a treat for both me and our feathered friends!

My owners wanted you to know that they have great neighbors and that they will miss them when they move. My owners are taking flight to a new ‘nest’ down south and are looking for the right family to fill this house with many more good years of memorable moments.

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Welcome to your new  Recreation property.  Your  summer weekend  getaways is just minutes from Edmonton.  This picturesque, awesome 4.23 acres is waiting for you.  What more could you ask for, close to Wabamun Lake, minutes to Seba Beach, and only 45 minutes to Edmonton.  Utilities are to the property line, and water is all that needs to be looked after.  Great location for your dream home.  Buy now, and start making your summer plans.

Anna Bayne Associate | REALTOR®

Your St. Albert/North Edmonton  Area Specialist!

KENNEDY Real EstateYour Edmonton REALTOR® | Edmonton Home Stager

Call us today…780-485-3010 and GET SOLD!

Empty nest syndrome is not a clinical diagnosis, but it’s a syndrome that some parents experience when their last child leaves home. It can include feelings of sadness, loss and difficulty when you suddenly have no children at home to care for.

Mixed emotions can be expected when your child is taking their first steps towards independence. You want to encourage this exciting new chapter in his or her life, but you might miss being part of their daily lives. Along with that can come worry about their general safety and ability to care for themselves all on their own.

Other factors that can contribute to empty nest syndrome can include if your child leaves home earlier or later that expected or if you identify yourself strongly with your role as a parent.

Empty nest syndrome can lead to more serious problems such as depression, identity crisis or marital conflicts, but it can also provide new opportunities and benefits to parents. You can reconnect with your spouse, improve the quality of your marriage and explore interests you may not previously have had time for.

Some important ways to prevent empty nest syndrome include planning ahead and educating yourself. Think of this exciting new time in your child’s life as an equally exciting time in your life! Now that your children have moved on, it is time for you to take the next step.  You are now ready to downsize, and move on as well possible to a smaller home, less housework and more time for leisure.

Don’t let empty nest sndrome get you down, make the best of the situation, and make plans for the transition of when the children leave home.   Plan ahead and look forward to those days of children on their own, and anticipation of grandchildren.   We are always closing one chapter and opening another as we go through life.  Lets make the most of each chapter and path we take.

Anna Bayne Associate | REALTOR®

Your St. Albert/North Edmonton  Area Specialist!

KENNEDY Real EstateYour Edmonton REALTOR® | Edmonton Home Stager

Call us today…780-485-3010 and GET SOLD!

Look no further, situated in the beautiful rolling valley of Rural Colinton, Alberta 2.75  acres of fenced paradise. 2 Acres of this quaint acreage have been cleared and an abundance of trees surround three sides, and the other side has a gate at the driveway.  Beautiful sloping hillside which is ideal for building your dream home with a walkout basement.  A great spot, tranquil, quiet, country living at its best, raise your family, have a few animals, what more could you ask for.  A 5 minute walk to the town of Colinton, 10 minutes to Athabasca, easy access to Highway 2, and in 90 minutes you are in Edmonton.  Power is on the property, gas line is to the property and would be very economical to have run to property.  A new Bored Well was dug and registered summer of 2012 with an abundance of excellent water.

This is the life, Best Location, Best Lifestyle, Best Getaway, and the Best Place to start your 1st Apple Tree.

Anna Bayne Associate | REALTOR®

Your St. Albert/North Edmonton  Area Specialist!

KENNEDY Real EstateYour Edmonton REALTOR® | Edmonton Home Stager

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Holiday Season Decorating Safety

With the holiday season just around the corner stores are filled with Christmas decorations galore to suit anyone’s style. With a little extra knowledge, this year you can protect your family and home and enjoy the holiday season knowing you are fully prepared!

Trees

• When purchasing an artificial tree check that it is “fire resistant” which means it will resist burning and extinguish quickly if it does catch on fire.
• When purchasing a live tree it should be fresh- it should look green, needles will be hard to pull off of branches and do not break easily, the trunk bottom should be sticky with resin and when tapped on the ground minimal needles should be lost. Heated rooms dry the tree out so keep the stand filled with water.
• Choose a location for the tree away from fireplaces and radiators, out of the way of traffic and not blocking any doors.

Lights

• Indoor and outdoor lights should have been tested for safety by a recognized testing laboratory to meet safety standards. Only use lights with fused plugs.
• Check old and new lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires or loose connections and get rid of any damaged ones. Replace burned-out bulbs with the same wattage bulbs.
• Only use a maximum of three standard size strings of lights per extension cord making sure the extension cord is rated for this use.
• Never use electric lights on a metallic tree because it
• can become charged from faulty lights and electrocute anyone who touches the tree.
• Check that outdoor lights are certified for outdoor use and keep your distance from power or feeder lines from utility poles leading into older homes.
• Hang outdoor lights securely to protect them from wind damage using hooks or insulated staples, not nails or tacks.
• Outdoor lights should be plugged into circuits protected by ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI’s). Portable GFCI’s can be purchased where electrical supplies are sold or can be installed permanently by an electrician.
• Turn off ALL of your holiday lights when you go to bed or leave your home; the lights could short out and start a fire.

Decorations

• Choose non-combustible or flame-resistant materials to decorate your Christmas tree. Stick to tinsel or artificial icicles made of non-leaded materials; leaded materials are hazardous if ingested by children.
• Never use candles on a tree or other evergreen decorations. Use non-flammable holders placed where they can’t be knocked over.
• In homes with small children, avoid decorations that are sharp, breakable or have small parts that can be swallowed or that resemble food or candy that a child may try to eat.

Fireplaces

• -Use a firescreen and keep decorations away from the fireplace and where they can’t fall into the fire.
• -Do not burn wrapping paper or other garbage, as these materials ignites, a flash fire may suddenly result.

This is a Joyous Season and sometimes all that glitter and bling we are tempted with gets in our way, and we forget some of these steps that can keep our family and home safe as we Celebrate and Entertain this Season.  Enjoy your Christmas and your Home.

Anna Bayne Associate | REALTOR®

Your St. Albert/North Edmonton  Area Specialist!

 KENNEDY Real EstateYour Edmonton REALTOR® | Edmonton Home Stager

Call us today…780-485-3010 and GET SOLD!

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Contact Jennifer Kennedy Broker/Owner direct at (780) 920-0709 for your personal interview.

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Welcome to the final instalment of Winterizing Your Home! In Parts I and II we talked about preparing your home heating system, air conditioning, roof, plumbing, chimney, fireplace and insulation for the colder winter months to come. Be sure to get these next simple suggestions added to your list as winter is just around the corner!

Windows and Doors

Reducing infiltration of cold air from leaks around windows and doors is one of the easiest ways to reduce your winter heating bills!

Windows

• On a windy day close your windows and feel for air leaks. It can be
  helpful to burn an incense and if the smoke trail becomes anything but vertical
  you have a leak.
• Places to look for leaks- at the edges where the window is hinged, slides
  or meets another unit.
• Plastic can be taped over the windows, but a less costly solution
  that looks better is to use rope caulk weatherstripping. Press the rope caulk
  into all the joints where air is leaking.

Doors

• Check if your doors already have weatherstripping and check for
  leaks along the sides, tops and bottoms of the doors.
• Install weatherstripping where it is needed.

Sprinkler System

Don’t overlook this one when winterizing your property!

• This should be done before the end of October.
• Turn the water supply off and blow compressed air through the
  sprinkler lines to clear them of water to prevent freezing and bursting when
  the temperature drops.

Landscape and Amenities

Lastly you’ll want to get your yard ready for winter; doing so will save money on expenses in the spring because your outdoor amenities will have been protected!

• Cover patio furniture and if possible store in a shed, garage or basement.
• If your deck needs it, consider giving it a fresh coat of sealer.
• Drain gas from your lawn mower or you can just let it run until it’s out of gas.
• Drain any water fountains and unplug the pumps.

When your home and property are properly prepared for the winter months to come, you can rest at ease when the cold weather arrives. It’s important to transition your home between changing seasons and invest a little to avoid sudden big expenses that can sneak right up on you!

Just can’t stress this enough,  your home is your castle and investing some extra time and engery in it, you know you have the “pick of the crop.”

www.liveinstalbert.com

Anna Bayne
Associate | REALTOR®
Your St. Albert/North Edmonton  Area Specialist!

KENNEDY Real Estate
Your Edmonton REALTOR® | Edmonton Home Stager
Call us today…780-485-3010 and GET SOLD!

10 Commandments for how REALTORS® should treat one another:

1. Thou shalt always identify yourself on the phone when answering your phone or for making calls.
2. Thou shalt only email and not call for feedback.
3. Thou shalt not leave voice mail requesting a call back for showing feedback.
4. Thou shalt not assume the other REALTOR® knows why your commission cheque is late. He or she is not hiding it. You are just not that special that he or she would take the time to try and hide it from you. Patience my friend.
5. Thou shalt notify the listing agent when you cannot make a showing.
6. Thou shall NOT make the seller the showing coordinator. Please note they never notify of pendings or callbacks to confirm. Can you say frustrating?
7. Thou shalt always have your cell number on your feature sheet for showing confirmation. Do you enjoy calling trunk numbers, leaving a message, waiting for a callback only to have shown 10 properties by the time you get a confirmation back? Too late buddy. Too bad for your seller too.
8. Thou shalt clearly convey the location of the lockbox.
9. Thou shalt never go back on your word.
10. Thou shalt never sell yourself short. If you do the above you’ll be worth every penny.

Respectively Yours,

Jennifer Kennedy

Broker/Owner

KENNEDY Real Estate

Last time we talked about preparing your home heating system,  air conditioning and roof for the colder winter months to come. Here are some more easy steps to follow to ensure the ice, snow and temperature drop won’t take you or home by surprise!

Plumbing

Damage to plumbing and your home during the winter months can be a costly nightmare when freezing temperatures cause pipes to burst. Investing some time and a little bit of money will be well-worth it!

• Insulate exposed piping- Any exposed water or drain piping in un-insulated spaces (this includes crawl spaces, attics, outside walls, etc. ), need to be insulated. This can be done by wrapping the pipes with electrical heating tape and then with foam insulation.
• Exterior faucets- Called hose bibbs or sill cocks, these outdoor faucets need all water supply turned off from inside the house. Drain all of
  the water and disconnect any garden hoses which should also be drained as well.  Insulated covers can be purchased to cover the hose bibbs.
• Seasonal shutdown- If you are shutting down a summer property for the winter be sure to shut of the water supply and drain the plumbing system.

Chimney (and Fireplace) Checklist

• Check if the chimney is clear of nests from birds, squirrels and other small critters.
• Check the floe damper operation, that it opens and closes properly and that it can lock in both positions.
• Check the chimney draft by lighting some rolled up newspaper; the smoke should rise up the chimney. If it doesn’t a professional needs to be called to clean the chimney of creosote ash and possible debris.
• If it has been several years since the chimney has been cleaned then a professional should be hired to do so.
• Inspect the fire brick in the fireplace and any open mortar joints MUST be repaired! A fire can spread into the stud wall behind the masonry firebrick through open mortar joints.

   Insulation

Here are some extra tips for the cold months to come beyond the basics of insulating your home.

• Insulate your hot water tank with an insulating blanket (you can purchase at a hardware store).
• Insulate exterior outlets and switch plates with inexpensive foam sealing gasket.
• If your fireplace leaks air you can cut a piece of fibreglass insulation and fit it into the fireplace to block cold air from coming into your home. Just don’t forget to remove it when you want to start a fire!

I hope you are well on your way to winterizing your home, because the snow and ice is just around the corner! If you start taking these simple steps to prepare your property for the cold then you can relax when the temperature starts to drop.  Stay tuned and next you can learn about winterizing doors and windows in your home, sprinkler systems and your landscape and amenities!

Remember your home is your castle and investing some extra time and engery in it, you know you have the pick of the crop.

www.liveinstalbert.com

Anna Bayne
Associate | REALTOR®
Your St. Albert/North Edmonton  Area Specialist!

KENNEDY Real Estate
Your Edmonton REALTOR® | Edmonton Home Stager
Call us today…780-485-3010 and GET SOLD!