Open House with Price Reduction – 168 Patrick Street
If you’re looking for a new home downtown, please join me this Sunday at 168 Patrick Street. I’ll be hosting an open house here from 2-4pm on February 7.
168 Patrick is a 2-apartment home now listed at $330,000. It’s a new listing – to learn more about it, please email me at mark@markglynnhomes and I’ll send you all the details!
Open House in Paradise
I’ll be hosting an open house in Paradise this Sunday, and I hope you’ll join me.
40 Janals Road is beautiful, fully developed 2 storey home on a quiet street off Paradise Road. It’s located on an oversized lot that backs onto a greenbelt. And with a fully fenced yard and large shed, this home is ready for children to play in or animals to enjoy!
This home is only 14 years old, and with 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, it offers lots of space for new and growing families. To see the complete MLS listing, please see here. And please join me at 40 Janals Road on Sunday, January 17, from 2-4pm!
Happy Holidays!
I’d like to take a moment to wish all my family, friends, and clients the very merriest and brightest of Christmases. I hope everyone is having a lovely time – and that you’ll have a safe and happy holiday.
I’ve loved the opportunities this year to both help families find their dream homes, or sell their homes to start new chapters – I consider it a privilege to be involved in this type of work. And I’m excited to continue my work in 2016. I look forward to many great things to come, and wish you and your loved ones all the best.
Family Christmas Activities in St. John’s, 2015
We’re getting closer and closer to Christmas, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still some great activities left for families in and around St. John’s. Now that I have a family of my own, I know how important these types of events are for children, and as a Realtor, I’ve always been invested in fun community-building like this. So here’s some inexpensive and free events that I highly recommend trying to fit into what I’m sure is already a packed holiday schedule!
Holiday Family Storytime
Friday, December 18, 2015 – 10:30am
Taking place at the Marjorie Mews Public Library on 12 Highland Drive, children up to the age of 5 with their caregivers are invited for a morning of stories, rhymes, songs and fun.
Old Carols & Holiday Songs
Friday, December 18, 2015 – 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Taking place at the Health Science Centre in the Medical Education Centre Room 1M101, the Newfoundland and Labrador Thrombosis, Blood and Immune Disorders Education and Research Project will be sharing an evening of old carols and favorite holiday songs intermingled with solo acts including a performance from St. Johns French Choir. Free snacks and refreshments will be provided (always a plus!).
Kids Club: O Christmas Tree
Saturday, December 19, 2015 – 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Come enjoy this Kids Club program at The Suncor Energy Fluvarium. Children will learn where our Christmas tree tradition comes from, as well as the importance of evergreen trees to our forest and river friends throughout the winter. Fluvarium Kids programs are complimentary with admission.
Winter Solstice Afternoon Celebration
Sunday, December 20, 2015 – 1:30pm to 3:00pm
This afternoon at The Suncor Energy Fluvarium gives everyone a chance to share a story, decorate a tree full of treats as a gift for the animals, share hot chocolate and sing some holiday songs. This event is all about celebrating winter, and some of it will be held outdoors – so make sure to dress appropriately and maybe bring a chair or blanket to sit on. All ages are welcome; admission is $5 for everyone over 2.
Holiday Wassail
Sunday, December 20, 2015 – 2:00pm to 4:30pm
The Annual Holiday Wassail at George Street United Church (25 Buchanan Street) features Andy Jones, Sandy Morris and Gordon Quinton, Kat McLevey, Bob Macdonald with Bill Rose and Bud Gaulton, Brianna Gosse and Steve Maloney, Hannah Wadman-Scanlan with Matthew Hardy, the Potluck Singers, intermission music by Len Penton, the STEP Fiddlers and our resident mummers troupe the Mummers and the Paupers! Kids 12 years and under are free when accompanied by an adult, and tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
RSVP NOW for Family Christmas Fun Day!
I am so happy that it’s once again the time of year where I get to extend this fun invitation to all my clients. Our Hanlon Realty Family Christmas Fun Day is happening December 13, and we’ve got lots of fun events lined up for the whole family: kids’ entertainment and balloons, loot bags, pizza (what kid doesn’t love pizza???), and of course, a visit from the big guy himself.
We’re all getting excited here at the office for what we’re sure will be a great afternoon, and I hope you’ll join me! We’re asking that our clients RSVP by December 5th, and you can do by either calling me at 682-0744 or emailing mark@markglynnhomes.com. See you soon!
Gorgeous Open House in St. John’s
68 Paddy Dobbin Drive is a beautiful family home in St. John’s, which is why I hope you’ll join me here for an open house this Sunday. It has a new listing price of $349,900.
This multilevel family home backs onto a beautiful green space, and with 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, and many more great features, it’s a must-see. It offers plenty of storage, and has had many recent upgrades, including roof, windows, doors and more cosmetic upgrades inside. Large bedrooms are another perk, with a 2 piece ensuite off the master bedroom.
Rounding out its appeal, this well-maintained home is also centrally located, close to shopping, bus routes, and just minutes from the Outer Ring Road.
For the complete MLS listing, please see here. And please join me here, this Sunday, November 29, for an open house. I’ll be here from 2-4pm, and looking forward to showing you this great property!
Also, please note that this house is available for lease for $1750 a month. Please contact me for more details.
Open House: 17 CARNELL STREET
17 Carnell Street is a beautiful new listing in downtown St. John’s, and I’m happy to be hosting an open house here on November 22.
This semi-detached home has it all: new roof, WETT certified fireplace, 12 foot ceilings, new kitchen, beautifully landscaped fenced yard and 3 bedrooms + den, 1.5 bathrooms and large room sizes. This is definitely a house to call home ….there’s nothing you need to do here except move in. It was even pre-inspected!
This home is listed at $290,000, and with such great features, I know it will show well. Please email me if you would like the complete MLS listing. Otherwise, I hope to see you here on Sunday, November 22, from 2-4pm!
In Remembrance
Lots of people have been sharing their gratitude and respect on this Remembrance Day, and I am only too happy to add my voice to the chorus. Often overshadowed by the more effusive holidays that surround it, it is so important to take a few moments on this day to reflect and remember – remember all the sacrifices that have gone before us, all the sacrifices our service men and women and their families continue to make, and how much work we need to do to ensure a more peaceful future. We will not break faith …
Halloween Safety Tips for Children
I love this time of year – Halloween is such a great holiday, bringing families into their communities to meet their neighbours and have fun. And the candy is a bonus! That said, we all know that there are some potential dangers lurking, so I consulted Health Canada to see their recommendations. Here’s their top safety tips.
Costumes
First, of course you have to have safe costumes. Make sure you look for fire resistant items, and avoid anything too dark, or any face masks that impede vision. Costumes need to fit well (and probably over winter jackets if you live in Newfoundland!), and be bright enough for motorists to see – adding reflective tape can be a good measure. And costume weapons or accessories should be soft.
Also, if you’re using makeup, it’s a good idea to test out a small portion before applying all over your child’s face. Remember that hypoallergenic makeups are often available.
Decorating
You probably don’t need me to tell you that while your child can help, you need to do the pumpkin carving yourself. And of course, be wary of any candles you’re using. Finally, think about all the trick-or-treaters who will be visiting your house, and make sure that your house is well lit, and any pathways are free of clutter.
Trick-or-Treating
It’s a good idea to give your children flashlights while they’re trick-or-treating, to make them more visible to cars. Make sure they’re careful when crossing the street. If your child is old enough to go out alone with their friends, make sure they know not to go inside anyone’s house, and to always stay with their friends. And all children should know to wait until you’ve had a chance to go over their candy before eating it.
And another good tip – try to feed them a nice, healthy meal before heading out. It might make them less likely to sneak treats, or to be so ravenous that they eat 5 pounds of sugar when they get home.
Don’t Forget Your Pets!
The focus is on children, but Halloween can actually be a stressful time for pets. With all the coming and going, it’s easy for pets to get outside on Halloween night, and then with all the commotion to get lost. And that’s not something anyone wants. Please keep an eye on Fido and Furball, making sure they stay inside, so that everyone has a safe and Happy Halloween!
To see all these Halloween tips, please see the complete Health Canada list here. Otherwise, I hope you have a great time celebrating with your family. Remember to not get too crazy with the candy, and that I’m always here to answer any Newfoundland real estate questions, at mark@markglynnhomes.com.
New Down Payment Support for First Time Buyers
Many of you may have heard about the recent new Downpayment Assistance Program (DAP) for first-time homebuyers, announced last week. I thought I’d take a minute to go through what this program is offering, since I know it will help many of my potential clients.
This two-year pilot program, administered by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC), is designed to make homeownership accessible for more individuals and families throughout the province. It provides downpayment loan assistance to first-time homebuyers with low-to-moderate incomes.
Applicants must have a total household income of $65,000 or less to quality, and they must be able to obtain a pre-approved mortgage from an accredited lender. The amount of the loan will be based on a sliding scale that takes into consideration the applicant’s household income level and the cost of the home being purchased.
This program is slated to help 100 – 125 individuals each year. Successful applicants will have 5 years after the purchase of their home before loan repayment begins. Again, the goal is help more people afford homes in a sensible, sustainable way.
You can learn more about the DAP, including who is eligible, here. I agree that homeownership is the bedrock of our communities and an investment in our future – that’s why I regularly help first-time home buyers navigate this often complicated process. I’d be happy to answer any questions about this program you might have – please reach me anytime at mark@markglynnhomes.com