The Maclean Team

CONSIDERING A LIFESTYLE CHANGE? PLAN NOW!

YOU HAVE MANY OPTIONS AVAILABLE!

WE CAN ASSIST YOU IN REVIEWING THEM: There is no charge or obligation for this service, all we ask is that you consider using us as your Realtor® if and when you decide to buy or sell. Let’s meet and you can decide if you would like us to work for you.

Read our article about “downsizing”

SOME RANDOM POINTS TO PONDER:

Does my current home meet my future requirements?
Is my home too small or too large? Should I opt for one floor/bungalow style?
Will my current home meet my changing future health needs?
Do I wish to be in a different location? (Closer to shopping, public transport, medical or other care facilities. In the country with lots of space, peace and serenity on a pristine lake. A condo in downtown close to more activities and social interaction. A location closer to or further from family and friends.)
Is the ability to lock it and leave it so I can spend winters away or travel extensively a factor?
If I sell how much equity should I free up to meet my retirement goals?
Do I wish to sell my current home or rent it? (Maybe you wish to downsize and buy a place in Florida.)
Is the availability of assisted living services a factor?
Do I wish to move in with relatives and/or share accommodation.
If I do not relocate is it feasible to renovate my current home to meet future requirements? Can I afford to stay in my current home?
Comparative cost of maintaining your current home with that of newer homes, smaller homes, apartments or condos. (Expenses to consider: Taxes; Utilities; cleaning; repairs & maintenance inside and out; transportation; insurance; renovations.)

Our Team are 55+ Empty Nesters and therefore recognize the importance of this subject!

Recommended Listings

2 South Front St, Belleville Unit 208 $345,000

Beautiful 2 bedroom plus den condo at the `Anchorage` on the shores of the Bay of Quinte. Spectacular view of the waterfront including the Bay Bridge and entrance to the Belleville Harbour at Victoria Park. This `Neptune` Model features 1620 sq. ft. plus 140 sq. ft. balcony. Walkouts from the living room, den, master bedroom…

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1364 Old Hwy 2, Quinte West, 5Min. to CFB Trenton, $175,000.

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Great Bayside location with deep park like back yard. Detached double garage with 60 amp electrical panel is ideal for a work shop. Hardwood floors in the 2 bedrooms and main living areas. Unique arched wood doors repeat the arched entrance between the living room, dining room and kitchen. Main floor family room has a gas fireplace and overlooks the park like back yard. Furnace forced air natural gas. Newer Windows. Re-shingled in 2002. New garage doors in 2007. Full unfinished basement. Quick closing available.

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SIZE MATTERS!…DOWNSIZE?….NOT LIKELY!

Conventional wisdom would have us believe that all folks 55 Plus/Zoomers/Boomers and so on intend to sell their current homes and make plans to move to a smaller residence as they age or head towards retirement. As the songs says, “It ain’t necesserily so!” This may be the time to enjoy the fruits of your labours…

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Open House

211 Prince Edward Rd 28 NEW PRICE: $339,000

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Sunday 26 May 1 to 3 pm. Description: NEW PRICE Open Concept home of unique design located on large 1.7 acre lot with inground pool. 5 minutes south of Belleville on quiet country road. The spacious main floor living area has hardwood floors and two sided gas fireplace overlooks a very large private treed lot. …

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46 Reddick St Prince Edward County $289,000

Front Elevation 46 Reddick

To Be Built. Raised Bungalow 1332 Sq Ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, Walk in Pantry, double car garage. City Water and Septic. Full basement, roughed in bath.

Other plans available- 2 bedroom bungalow, single car garage $269,000.

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398 County Road 28, Prince Edward County The Riesling $589,900

Riesling Elevation

Welcome to Vineyard Views. Quality built custom homes on one acre country lots with city water, 5 minutes south of Belleville. 3 bedroom bungalows. Double car garage. Full basement, generous room sizes and 9 foot ceilings throughout. Eco friendly septic system by Bionest. Riesling Model 1800 sq. ft. 3 bedroom bungalow. Pitched roof line with gables and beamed detail. Stone front with vinyl board and batten offers maintenance free exterior. Open concept living area with fireplace, cathedral ceiling and hardwood floors in family room. Walk-in pantry and main floor laundry. Pillar accents define the dining room. Full basement with roughed in bath. Call today for additional information.

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394 County Road 28 Prince Edward County, The Cabernet $499,000

Cabernet Elevation

Welcome to Vineyard Views. Quality built custom homes on one acre lots with city water. 5 minutes south of Belleville. 3 bedroom Bungalows. Double Car garage. Full basement with rough-in for a bathroom, generous room sizes and 9 foot ceilings throughout. Eco friendly septic system be Bionest. Cabernet Model 1600 sq ft. raised bungalow with pitched roof line and beamed detail. Stone and vinyl board and batten offers maintenance free exterior. 3 bedrooms, open concept living area with hardwood floors. Vidal Model, 1600 sq ft. bungalow available at $519,000

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408 County Road 28, Prince Edward County, The Chardonnay $594,000

Chardonnay Elevation

Description Welcome to Vineyard Views. Quality built custom home on one acre lots with city water, 5 minutes south on Belleville. 3 bedroom bungalows. Double car Garage. Full basement with rough-in for bathroom, generous room sizes and 9 foot ceilings throughout. Eco friendly septic system by Bionest. Chardonnay Model 1845 Sq. ft. has high pitched…

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394 County Road 28, Prince Edward County, The Vidal $519,000

Vidal elevation

Welcome to Vineyard Views. Quality Built Custom homes on one acre lots with city water, 5 minutes south of Belleville. 3 bedroom bungalows. Double car garage. Full Basement, generous room sizes and 9 foot ceilings throughout. Eco friendly septic system by Bionest. Videl Model 1600 Sq. ft. bungalow.

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386 County Road 28, Prince Edward County, The Gamey $439,900

Gamey Elevation

Enjoy carefree country living on a quiet country road, 5 minutes south of Belleville in Prince Edward County with vineyard views as a backdrop. The Gamey model is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow is an elegant French Country style with high pitched roof line, dormer and beamed details. It features a large lot with city water and eco-friendly septic system by Bionest: Gamey Model 1380 sq.ft. The stone front and vinyl board and batten offers a maintenance free exterior. Open concept great room has cathedral ceiling and hardwood floors. There are generous room sizes and 9 foot ceilings throughout. Main floor laundry, Full basement is roughed for a bath. Call today for additional details.

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42 Pulla Street, Quinte West, 15 Min. to CFB Trenton $258,000

Kingfisher Court end unit freehold townhouse on the shores of Bay of Quinte. Ideal for the busy traveler, “Lock and Go”. Minutes to downtown Trenton and Hwy 401. Hardwood and Ceramic floors, crown molding and 9 Foot ceilings, full basement, single attached garage. Granite Counter top in bathrooms. Stone and brick offer carefree exterior. Maintenance fee of $115/month (lawn maintenance, snow removal for sidewalk and drive.)

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www.qhc.on.ca - Quinte Health Care

www.seniors.gc.ca - Seniors Canada, Government of Canada Information.

www.carp.ca - CARP: A new vision of aging for Canada. Local chapter is listed under-Brighton, Belleville, Quinte West.

www.senioryears.com - Canadian Senior Years