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Selling your Vacation Property in the USA…What you need to know!

By Mona LaHaie on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 in Uncategorized. No Comments

As a REALTOR® in the Greater Edmonton area for many years and the owner of a vacation home in California, the desire for information with respect to selling in this market lead me to do extensive research into what the process is, what works and I hope to share it with people who need answers. There are a lot of Canadian owners of vacation properties in the USA who are currently considering selling their homes due to COVID 19. Go ahead and Google ‘can I cross the border to get my personal items from my home in the USA’ and 95% of the information that comes up is going back to March 2020, that’s old news. With the USA/CANADA border currently and indefinitely closed to vehicle traffic how do you get your personal possessions? How do you sign documents? Well I am currently in the process of selling our condo in PGA WEST in La Quinta California and everything I have learned can help you in making the kind of decisions you need to get the sale done effectively and timely, with all your I’s dotted and T’s crossed! I will continue to post the process and in the meantime, if you need some immediate information, please feel free to call me at 780-850-0800 or email mona@horsepowerranch.com.

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 – New Listing – E4023896

By Mona LaHaie on Wednesday, June 1st, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

Excellent opportunity in WALKER LAKES just minutes from the BRAND NEW SCHOOL & PARKS! Conveniently located in WALKER LAKE LANDING this unit is an open concept with livingroom, 1 bedroom, a DEN, a 4 piece bath, kitchen with stainless appliances, stacked laundry (full sized), and storage! Access to the covered balcony is located just off of the livingroom. Lots of morning sun and large enough for your table and chairs! This unit comes with one UNDERGROUND PARKING STALL, #197, in the secured lower parkade. IMMEDIATE POSSESSION AVAILABLE. There is NO AGE RESTRICTION and this building ALLOWS PETS WITH BOARD APPROVAL! GREAT VALUE!

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 – New Listing – E4023683

By Mona LaHaie on Wednesday, June 1st, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

One of the largest units with the best location. Stunning walkout bungalow in The Shores backing the golf course and overlooking the lake with a gorgeous view! With over 3200 sq. ft. of development & numerous upgrades! Featuring vaulted 9′ ceilings, central air, monitored security, hardwood and limestone flooring, 2 built in Murphy beds and updated ensuite shower to name a few! Rich maple island kitchen with stainless appliances and access to the upper deck. Formal dining, living room with expansive views of the lake plus a stone fireplace! A den is located just off the foyer! Large master with lovely ensuite & WI closet. A bathroom, laundry & access to the garage complete the main floor! A family room, games room, wet bar, additional bedroom with murphy bed and access to the lower patio are all in the spacious & bright walkout. Elegant and luxurious, this home is ready for a new owner to just move in & enjoy! Some furniture may be negotiable.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 – Just Sold – E4012258

By Mona LaHaie on Thursday, May 26th, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

Why rent when you can own your own SUPER STARTER for less! This cute unit features one EXTERIOR STALL with power and a well looked after common area close to all AMENITIES like the ANTHONY HENDAY, SOUTH COMMON & MORE. The GREAT ROOM STYLE floor plan has garden door access to the maintenance free BALCONY, rich HARDWOOD FLOORING and NATURAL SLATE in the kitchen. STAINLESS APPLIANCES and a SLATE BACKSPLASH plus a PANTRY and stainless fixtures finish off this bright open living space. 2 BEDROOMS, each with WALK IN CLOSETS, a 4 piece bathroom and a STACKED LAUNDRY area that’s centrally located complete this affordable upper level condo! PETS allowed with BOARD APPROVAL!

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 – New Listing – E4022900

By Mona LaHaie on Wednesday, May 25th, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

“Over 8 gorgeous treed acres on pavement and the BEAUMONT SCHOOL SYSTEM minutes east of BEAUMONT ! This substantially upgraded BUNGALOW has an OPEN BEAM design with a FULLY DEVELOPED WALK OUT BASEMENT. Upgrades include PVC WINDOWS, HI EFFICIENCY FURNACE, HWT, CENTRAL AIR, MAPLE KITCHEN, WELL PUMP & WATER LINES, SHINGLES ON THE HOME & GARAGES, SIDING, BATHROOM FIXTURES, BASEMENT DEVELOPMENT and so much more! Great floor plan features open beam main floor with rich wood ceilings, a livingroom overlooking the yard, games room with wood burning fireplace,maple kitchen plus dining area, 4 beds, 3 full baths, a large familyroom downstairs, a bedroom, 3 pc bath plus a large den/office area! 2 garages with newer overhead doors, 2 barns with 4 stalls, tons of storage for tack, chain link pasture areas, fire pit, asphalt driveway and the list goes on! LEDUC COUNTY will entertain the possibility of a subdivision on this parcel into 2 lots! PRIVACY in PARADISE!”

Wednesday, March 2, 2016 – New Listing – E4010668

By Mona LaHaie on Tuesday, May 24th, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

Excellent opportunity in a fabulous family oriented neighborhood for first time home buyers or smart investors. Lower level unit in Suntree Pointe with big bright windows and open concept layout make this one an 11 out of 10! Modern and functional kitchen with pantry and top of the line stainless steel appliances, modern dark cabinets with tile back splash AND room for a table. Cozy and spacious family room. 2 spacious bedrooms, laundry/utility room and 4 piece bath complete the package. Master bedroom features his and her closets. Walk the kids to a brand new school opening in September 2016. Walking trails and parks nearby. Visitor parking and 2 stalls included. Low condo fees include lawn and snow maintenance. Great value for this amazing home! INVESTORS: UPPER UNIT IS ALSO FOR SALE!!!

Thursday, May 19, 2016 – Just Sold – E4010668

By Mona LaHaie on Thursday, May 19th, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

Excellent opportunity in a fabulous family oriented neighborhood for first time home buyers or smart investors. Lower level unit in Suntree Pointe with big bright windows and open concept layout make this one an 11 out of 10! Modern and functional kitchen with pantry and top of the line stainless steel appliances, modern dark cabinets with tile back splash AND room for a table. Cozy and spacious family room. 2 spacious bedrooms, laundry/utility room and 4 piece bath complete the package. Master bedroom features his and her closets. Walk the kids to a brand new school opening in September 2016. Walking trails and parks nearby. Visitor parking and 2 stalls included. Low condo fees include lawn and snow maintenance. Great value for this amazing home! INVESTORS: UPPER UNIT IS ALSO FOR SALE!!!

Friday, May 13, 2016 – New Listing – E4021466

By Mona LaHaie on Friday, May 13th, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

GOLDRIDGE CONSTRUCTION will build you a CUSTOM HOME on this huge pie shaped lot! Excellent builder with a great track record, building in and around the Beaumont area. Lots of attention to detail as one of the owners is a MASTER FINISHING CARPENTER. THIS LOT HAS A LARGE POCKET THAT WILL ACCOMMODATE A TRIPLE GARAGE and is for sale or build to suit! Seller also has 4 other lots in the Montrose area that he would sell or build a custom home on! *2016 PROPERTY TAXES HAVE NOT BEEN ASSESSED. BUYER OR BUYERS AGENT MUST CONFIRM AMOUNT WITH THE TOWN OF BEAUMONT.

Friday, May 13, 2016 – Just Sold – E4015115

By Mona LaHaie on Friday, May 13th, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

Fabulous location, one of the best in Creekside Ravines! Located in Deer Valley, this unit backs on the ravine and natural area with west views and is right across from visitor parking! Mint condition and professionally painted in decorator colors! ECRU cabinets with granite and stainless appliances, overlooks the living room with corner gas fireplace! Laminate flooring and access to the deck from the generous eating area! A 2 piece bath and access to the attached single garage complete the main floor! Upstairs to 3 bedrooms, a 4 piece main bath, an ensuite, plus a walk in closet in the master. The convenient laundry is also located on the second floor! Bonus, new flooring in the laundry and main bath as well! The basement is undeveloped and the built in vacuum is located here! A special assessment that has recently been approved will be paid in full by the seller prior to possession. This unit will have a new living room window and the patio doors are also being replaced by their association! Perfect!

Thursday, May 12, 2016 – New Listing – E4021189

By Mona LaHaie on Thursday, May 12th, 2016 in Listings. No Comments

Exceptional CUSTOM 2 storey home in MONTROSE! This lovely home features a large foyer, a MAIN FLOOR DEN perfect for a home office or kids play area, A 2 piece bath plus a SUPER LAUNDRY ROOM with plenty of cabinets & CUSTOM STORAGE area lead to the OVERSIZED HEATED GARAGE! The OPEN CONCEPT 18′ GREAT ROOM has Gorgeous TRAY CEILINGS & CLASSIC fixtures, a lovely GAS FIREPLACE & the staircase features MAPLE & IRON RAILINGS leading up to the upper floor BONUS ROOM. Gorgeous kitchen with rich DARK MAPLE CABINETS & central island have tons of NATURAL LIGHT, GRANITE, a pantry with COFFEE ZONE and STAINLESS APPLIANCES. The comfortable nook area leads to a deck & the back yard awash in west sunlight! Up to an extra large master with huge window, BUILT IN SHELVING & WINDOW SEATING. The ENSUITE has double sinks, an OVERSIZED SHOWER & an organized closet! 2 additional bedrooms & a 4 piece bath complete the upper level. The 9′ basement is fully developed with 2 additional BEDROOMS, A FAMILYROOM AND A 4 PIECE BATH. WOW!