Corktown, Hamilton, ON - Blog

Brand New Listing!!! 44 Shady Lane Cres

rene.ahmad@century21.ca — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Can you guess where this is??

Backyard Oasis - your own inground swimming pool, updated deck and the list goes on and on...

http://www.boldimaging.com/property/602/branded/slideshow

Call Rene Ahmad For Further Details.

Century 21 SkyLark Real Estate Ltd.

Tel:905-673-3100

Market is starting to even out

rene.ahmad@century21.ca — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

If you're a Seller thinking about selling - now might NOT be the right time lol

It appears that Jan, Feb, Mar and April were slower months than in the previous year. Not as hot as everyone thought or expected. The good news is that homes in great condition and good prices are still selling very quickly just not the crazy bidding wars of a year ago or even earlier this year.

Questions?

Call me anytime,...

Rene Ahmad, CMA, CPA

Century 21 Skylark Real Estate Ltd.

direct: 647-223-0499

Are Kitchens A Good Renovation Choice?

pamela.prescott@century21.ca — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A NEW KITCHEN

A new kitchen is one of the best uses of your remodelling budget. However, before you buy into a designer’s concept of what you should have, think about and discuss the following issues. In the final analysis, you are the one who has to live with (and in) your new kitchen.

Are you a gourmet? Some people spend a lot of time in their kitchens preparing gourmet meals. If this is you, plan for plenty of counter space, extra electrical outlets and storage space.
Is defrosting meals your style? If you do not have the time or inclination to cook elaborate meals, then quick meals are your style. You will need plenty of pantry space to store all those packaged foods. Less surface area will be needed, but you will definitely need to find a place for the microwave oven!
Is the family still at home? Open kitchens are quite popular because they inviting for company. Family and friends are more apt to congregate around open kitchens. And they are more likely to help if the kitchen has a pass-through or, better yet, just a counter separating it from the dinette or family room. If the kids have moved out, you may need less space for socializing.
How big will it be? If your new kitchen will be much larger, you will probably include an eating space. If so, use a counter to separate the dinette from the kitchen. This way you will still have an open, inviting atmosphere, along with separate work and dining areas.

NEW WAYS TO USE OLD PRODUCTS

pamela.prescott@century21.ca — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

DID YOU KNOW?

You can use steel wool to:

Fill a screw hole that has become too big for the screw. Stuff the hole with steel wool and re-insert the screw.
Make an instant pin cushion. Stuff an old sock with steel wool and tie tightly for a pin cushion that will keep pins and needles rust free.
Repel kitchen pests by placing steel wool around the pipes under the sink.

You can use nail polish remover to:

Remove sticker residue from glass objects.
Un-stick your fingers after a superglue mishap!
Remove market and ink from appliances, glass and stainless steel.

You can use olive oil to:

Revitalize leather shoes and baseball gloves.
Clean greasy hands.
Repel moles in the yard. Soak a cloth in olive oil and stuff it into the mole hole. Moles hate olive oil!

You can use cola to:

Remove grease stains from the garage floor.
Clear a sluggish drain.
Loosen a bolt that is rusted on.
Remove stubborn stains from the toilet. Pour in the cola and wait one hour before scrubbing.