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Wise Toronto Home Buyers See Past the Paint

At first glance, the green shag carpet and dark paneled walls made this young couple want to cry. They had hope to find pot lights and shiny stainless steel appliances; the modern decor seen in most condo and home magazines.

But this wise Toronto couple quickly saw ‘past the paint’ and realized that this house could be everything they wished for with just a little planning.

The buyers agreed that all four bedrooms were quite spacious. The bathrooms – although a little dated – were in excellent condition. The living spaces were bright and the main floor family room had newer hardwood and a walk out to a lovely deck and pool.

Take a look at these BEFORE AND AFTER shots – it’s inspiring!

All the windows had recently been replaced including a bright bow window in the living room.

The lower level had been designed by someone who must have missed his old English pub – dark wood beams and heavy bar. But there was also a terrific fireplace and a huge bathroom with large jacuzzi tub.

They bought the home at a fair price. A short time after closing the new owners installed beautiful maple hardwood floors. Some paint, some tiles, two renovated bathrooms, some artwork on the walls and this place looked like new!

I received some photos – the ‘new look’ is amazing.  Best of all – the identical home on the same street was sold recently for $130,000 more than what our buyers paid.

This recent sale had a renovated kitchen, and two updated bathrooms. The windows were updated as well. But on closer look the family room had parquet floors and painted pannelling, as was the finished basement -without the the bathroom.

The living and dining rooms had original hardwood floors though nicely refinished – clearly the home had been ’staged’ with art and modern furniture.

Home buyers should learn to really look at a home – the walls, floors, floor plan and location. Sometimes the unrenovated homes actually have new furnaces, central air, beautiful landscaping etc. Look past the paint colours and  you just might find your dream home at a great price!

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