Just listed in Conception Bay South (Chamberlains) 154 Swansea Street. Extremely well kept split entry home with basement apartment situated on a corner lot. This property shows pride of ownership. Hardwood and ceramic floors throughout most of main. Crown mouldings. Open concept floor plan. Dining room has patio doors leading to patio deck with a beautiful view. High efficient electric fireplace in living room. There is a rec room for the main unit in the basement as well as laundry and storage room. The basement apartment is a spacious 1 bedroom (can be converted to 2 bedrooms quite easily) Very bright and in great condition. Separate laundry hookup. Excellent tenants in place that would love to stay. The grounds are well cared. Large shed at the rear. Asking price is $289,900 REDUCED: $285,900 MLS: 165850 Call Fraser or Stephen Winters for more information.

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**SALE PENDING** Superbly built 2 story home with both attached (20X24) and detached (24X32) garage located on a 0.85 acre lot. approx 3700 total sqft (2400 developed). Large open concept kitchen with travertine tile floors and eat-in dining room. Adjacent family room is perfect for entertaining. Separate formal living room.  Crown mouldings throughout most of  home.   9FT ceilings.  Lots of pot lights.  In-ceiling sound system.  Large walk-in pantry off the kitchen. Three bedroom home. Large master with ensuite and walk-in closet. The entire home is heated with a high efficiency electric hot water  furnace. Enjoy in-floor heating in EVERY room, including the basement.  Basement is fully insulated with spray foam insulation and is partially developed.  Main floor laundry. Detached garage  is wired and has wood stove. 10mins from Stavanger Drive, COSTCO and major shopping centers. Asking price is $469,900.  Call Fraser or Stephen Winters for more information.

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Don’t judge a book by its cover for this property. This house is HUGE!! This 2800 sqft bungalow is fully developed and located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Hardwood and laminate flooring throughout the main floor. There are three bedrooms on the main and one in the basement (with the potential for a 5th). Country style eat-in kitchen with door to patio deck. Spacious living room with propane fireplace, crown mouldings and a partial view of Conception Bay. Master bedroom has ensuite with whirlpool tub and separate standup shower. The basement is fully developed and includes an enormous rec room. Laundry is conveniently located on the main floor. The backyard is a child’s dream and includes a swing set, playhouse and sandbox. Fully landscaped with mature trees, baby barn and is very private. Property is wheelchair accessible. Located on school bus routes and is next to local playground. Asking price is $249,900 ** withdrawn** MLS #: 160142 Call Fraser or Stephen Winters for additional information.

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**SALE PENDING** Wow! Great house on a fantastic corner cul-de-sac lot in the east end of St. John’s. 32 Taylor Place is a large 2 storey home with many upgrades including vinyl windows, vinyl siding and shingles. Hardwood floors throughout most of the main floor. Ceramic tiles in spacious kitchen with over sized center island. Separate dining room opens up into adjacent living room complete with wood burning fireplace and bay window. There is a cozy den with built in bookcase as well as two bedrooms on the main floor that can also be used as an office or hobby room. The second floor has 3 bedrooms and has an updated bathroom. An additional full bathroom can be found on the main floor as well as a half bathroom in the basement. Large recroom and storage room in the basement and there is an entrance to the in-house garage. This property is VERY well cared for. The grounds are immaculately landscaped. Enjoy peace and quiet on the patio deck surrounded by mature trees. Close to Quidi Vidi walking trails. Don’t miss out on this rare find!  Asking price is $319,900 $309,900 MLS: 160062  Call Fraser or Stephen Winters for more information.

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Fraser and Stephen Winters have just listed a great investment property in the East End of St. John’s. 6 Morrison Place is a 2 Apartment home located on a cul-de-sac in a great area close to CONA and MUN.  Hardwood on main with exception of kitchen and bathroom.  Mostly all new vinyl windows. Oak cabinet doors and new counter top. Roof re-shingled in recent years. 8 x 16 patio deck. The apartment is spacious and mostly above ground. Has its own large separate driveway. It is a one bedroom apt with easy potential for 2 bedrooms. Mature back garden. Some appliances are included. An absolutely great investment property or a family home with rental income. Asking price is $259,900  MLS: 160047

Fraser and Stephen Winters have just listed 9 Compton Place in the popular Clovelly subdivision.  A beautiful 3 bedroom 2-story home with attached garage located on a child safe cul-de-sac in east end St. john’s.  Hardwood floors throughout most of home.  Lots of ceramic tiles in kitchen and bathrooms.  The large main foyer boasts black slate floors giving you a “WOW” when you first enter the home.  Contemporary style eat in kitchen with black cabinets, granite counter tops and Jen-Air stove-top in the center island.  Dining room (with propane fireplace) and connecting family room provide a nice open concept layout.  A separate den has its own entrance to a walk out patio.  Large master bedroom with vaulted ceiling and ensuite with jacuzzi tub.  Fenced backyard and fully landscaped. MLS Number: 152792 Asking price is $379,900 Click here for a virtual tour of 9 Compton Place

There are dozens of ways to make your property more enticing to potential buyers.  For example, you can invest in  getting your home professionally “staged”, which involves making it look a little like a model home.  Or, you can do a major renovation to improve your home‘s look and value.

But what if you don’t have a lot of time and are on a limited budget? What can you do today to make your home irresistible to buyers tomorrow?  Here are some ideas:

1. Paint
It doesn’t cost much to paint key areas of your home, like the foyer, kitchen or master bedroom.  Yet the impression it makes on buyers is significant. In fact, compared to most other types of home improvement projects, painting gives you the highest payback when you sell.

2. Create space
Homes naturally get cluttered over the years.  Even a double car garage can seem claustrophobic if there are a lot of boxes, equipment and other items stored in it.  Go through each room of your home and do a major decluttering.  It will  make your property seem more attractive and, when you sell, make moving easier too!

3. Clean and tidy
Obviously, you’re going to make sure your home is clean for viewings. But you’d be surprised what a homeowner can miss and a buyer notices. Closets, laundry rooms, side yard, basement furnace room and all other nooks and crannies should be as tidy and clean as possible.

4. Roll out the red carpet
Not an actual red carpet! But you do want the entrance way to your front door and into the foyer to make the best impression possible.  After all, those are the areas that a buyer sees first. Make sure walkways are clear and clean. Ensure that when a buyer opens the front door and walks in, the impression he or she gets is that of a great looking place to live.

These four tips don’t take much time or money to implement. Yet, they can all help make your home even more irresistible to buyers than it is today.

Want more tips on preparing your home for sale?  Curious to know the value of your home? Contact Fraser and Stephen Winters today for a FREE home market evaluation.

New listing in Portugal Cove.  Spacious 2 Year old two storey New Victorian Style with attached HUGE 30 x 40 Garage Hardwood and Ceramic on Main and 2nd floor . Basement development includes a large rec room and games room. The Large master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling. Home requires some bathroom and lighting fixtures, kitchen cabinets and cosmetic work .  Asking price is $329,900.  Contact Fraser or Stephen Winters for more info on this property.

**SOLD**Fraser and Stephen Winters have listed a very spacious FOUR bedroom executive home in a prime location in East End St. John’s.  23 Fagan Drive is situated on a mature lot with lots of privacy.  There have been many upgrades in recent years totaling close to $50,000.  Upgrades include: shingles and siding, hardwood floors, ceramic floors, garage door, high efficiency low e argon gas windows, front porch, fiberglass front door, Valor high efficiency propane fireplace with cultured stone hearth and mantle.  23 Fagan Drive is fulled fenced with a new pressure treated fence and is located on a child safe street.  Security system leased for $36.00 month and propane tank is also leased. Asking price is $329,900 Call Fraser or Stephen Winters for more information.

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Location! Location! Fraser and Stephen Winters just listed 8 Kent Place. This three bedroom bungalow with inhouse garage is located on a great cul-de-sac in the East End St. John’s. Hardwood floors throughout most of home. Cozy living room with fireplace. Eat-in kitchen and separate dining area. There have been a lot of upgrades in recent years including some vinyl windows, shingles (2008), kitchen cabinets, upgraded electrical and upgrades to the bathroom. Property is well maintained and is situated on a deep lot with rear patio deck and mature grounds. Appraisal in place for $235,000.  Asking price is $234,900.  MLS listing Number 148434

** SOLD ** Fraser and Stephen Winters have just listed this two apartment home on 60 Bonavista Street. An excellent investment opportunity in west end St. John’s!  There have been lots of upgrades in recent years.  The main floor has spacious bedrooms and its own large recroom in basement. One bedroom basement apartment has its own laundry room and separate driveway complete with ground level entrance. The property is fully fenced with a rear patio, mature trees and shed.  New MLS Listing 148295.  Asking price is $239,900