Recent Blog Posts by CENTURY 21 Annapolis Valley Realty

Holiday Tea in Kentville, Sunday Dec 4th

A Holiday Tea fundraiser is being held for the Kentville Farmers Market... When?    This Sunday, December 4th from 1 to 4 pm Where?   Upstairs of the Town Hall Recreation Centre at 350 Main Street, Kentville Cost?      $15 ($3 for children under 10)   Price includes: Homemade Desserts Buffett Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, mulled cider, ...

Celebration Days in New Minas this weekend!

The banners for Celebration Days in New Minas went up last week!  This annual event is two days this year, August 12th and 13th. This event is being held at Lockhart Ryan Park and begins at 6:30 p.m. today, Friday, and Saturday at noon.  Events include a Gold Ball Drop, live music, and Fireworks, with lots of activities for the kid.   For more information, you can view the schedule ...

Street Fest: Free Concert in Kentville August 13th

On Saturday, August 13th 2011, Aberdeen Street in Downtown Kentville will be shut down for a street party! Visit Aberdeen Street between 2:30-10:30 this Saturday for a free concert, entertainment as well as food and beer vendors.  The fun day is competed with fireworks at the end of the evening. You can enjoy the following live bands: 2:30 - Beer in the Headlights 5:00 - Courtyard 7:00 ...

Bonus AIR MILES Offer ending June 30, 2011

Do you like collecting AIR MILES reward miles?  You can earn a BONUS 121 AIR MILES if you list your property with us by June 30th or if you write an offer through us by June 30th.  Click here for more details. CENTURY 21 is an exclusive Sponsor in the real estate category of the AIR MILES® Reward Program. Collectors earn a minimum of 2 AIR MILES reward miles for every $1000 of property ...

The Year of Land

I am always pleasantly surprised by what a new fiscal year in real estate brings. Some years I mainly sell income properties, with a spattering of single family homes, other years, businesses, mini homes, some single family, some land. More often than not, of course, single family homes. Having started out in '92, during a recession, I learned quickly to be diversified in my profession, and was always ...

Canada Day Activities in Kentville

Canada Day celebrations begin in Kentville on Friday, July 1st at 10 a.m. in Centre Square. Mayor David Corkum, members of the Town Council, Town Staff and Special Guests will be on hand, with many fun activities planned. Schedule of Centre Square Events: 9:30 Children’s Bike Rodeo! Provided by the Kentville Police Service. Kids learn how to stay safe with safety and proper riding ...

Canada Day Activities in Berwick

Celebrations begin in Rainforth Park from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.  There will be free facepainting for the kids, local entertainment, strawberry shortcake, Canada Day Cake and lots more.  Terry Fox Headshave will take place at 4 pm.

Annapolis Valley - The Blue Chip Real Estate Market

Though it is unlikely you will double your investment in a few years, you are also unlikely to lose your shirt! The market in the Annapolis Valley has had a steady history of growth, whether for single family or for multi-family properties. We have seen spikes of 16% and 17% (mid 2000), and then level off to 1% or 2% growth. The Valley has a steady employment history, with the ebb and flow of transfers ...

Make your Home Attractive to Buyers

Depersonalizing your home can make it easier for buyers to visualize themselves living there. Thinking of selling your home this spring? Wondering how to make it more attractive to buyers? You want your home to look its best, but you do not want o spend time and money on the wrong kind of work. You want to set a price that will catch buyer's interest, but you also want to get what your house is ...

SPCA Fundraiser April 16th: Dance & Silent Auction

Come on out and support the Kings County SPCA on Saturday, April 16th at Rafters Lounge (The Heritage Barn) at the Old Orchard Inn. There will be a silent and chinese auction, door prizes and live music from 8 to 9pm.  From 9pm to 1am the DJ will be offering some music to dance the night away to. Tickets are $10 single or $15 for a couple, with all proceeds going to the Kings County ...

Will You Buy A Home THIS YEAR ?

There are a number of people who will take that  "BIG STEP" this year and purchase a home. The reasons for their decision to do so could be varied! Maybe they are the first time home buyer and want to put their hard earned money into a home versus paying rent, so down the road they will have built up some equity and the market at the time they decide to sell willbe in their favor.                                                                                                                                  ...

Moving on inspite of the news...

When faced with the number of wars currently waging around the world, natural disasters, weird stories of birds falling out of the sky, millions of fish/mammals beaching themselves or dying off, and so forth, it is hard to leave the house. People have been through much worse in the past. We have faced war, we have faced catastrophic natural and unnatural disasters. We move forward, we have to. I ...

March Tip of the Month - Brought to you by Canadian Residential Inspection Services

This month’s home maintenance tip involves fire safety:  prevention, detection, and escape.  House fires are more common during the cold season; therefore, this is a great time to discuss fire safety in the home.     Prevention:  Candles: Many fire officials say that unattended or forgotten candles create the greatest risk for fires.  Therefore, candles ...

February Tip of the Month - Brought to you by Canadian Residential Inspection Services

Our Canadian Winters have their frosty reputation for good reason. These extreme temperatures can affect the condition of your home and how it functions. Your roof is one of the most important lines of defense between you and the natural elements. It helps keep warm air locked in during the winter months and prevents snow, rain or the cold from penetrating the exterior of your home. This is an ...

Owner Occupied Income Properties

I've lived in single family homes, with views, with land and gardens, and garages and sheds and lots of 'puttering' things to do around the yard. That was then, this is now. I am now in my mid-forties, a wife, no kids at home, and have come to the realization that perhaps now is a time in my life where I would rather not be mowing all the time, pruning, gardening, shoveling snow, so forth. So, ...

OUR FEATURED LISTING OF THE DAY: New Minas

 A spacious 4 bedroom split-entry with attached garage located in the popular Minas Heights Subdivison.  Main floor features a separate dining area, kitchen has plenty of cabinets, with panty, easy laminate in the living room & hall, air jet tub in the 4pc bath.  Downstairs has a 4th bedroom, rec room with woodstove, 2nd bathroom, storage areas, den and laundry area.  Within ...

Acadia Axeman

Century 21 Annapolis Valley Realty is proud to be sponsoring the Acadia Axeman's home game this weekend against UNB.  Drop by say hi to one of the friendly sales agents and not only cheer on the Axeman but also have a chance to win free air miles or a nice black Century 21 jacket :).  Hope to see you all there!!!

January Tip of the Month - Brought to you by Canadian Residential Inspection Services

January is a good time to do a little property maintenance on the inside of the home. The grill protectors on your fans need to be kept clear of dust and spider webs in order to function efficiently. Vacuum around the fire / smoke detectors and the bathroom fans. Vacuum the radiator grills on the back of your refrigerator and freezer. Empty and clean the drip trays. If you have a humidifier ...

How Would You Like to Win 1,000 AIR MILES® Reward Miles?

You can win 1,000 AIR MILES® For a limited time only, when you buy or sell your home with CENTURY 21 Annapolis Valley Realty you will be entered to win one of 2 prizes of 1,000 AIR MILES® reward miles. Everybody's a winner - even if you don't win the 1,000 AIR MILES®, you will still earn the regular AIR MILES® available to those who buy and sell through CENTURY 21: click here ...

Seasons Greetings

Just wanting to wish everyone a Merry Christmas . May you enjoy all this wonderful season has to offer. Celebrate with Family and Friends. Find some quiet time alone and count your Blessings. All the Best to you and yours in 2011. Merry Christmas and God Bless  

What is going on with this economy?

If anything, trying to figure out what the future holds should be left in the hands of good reliable psychics, because our economists haven't really got a clue! Earlier in 2010, the predictions were full of doom and gloom. Interests rates were supposed to go up, the recession was supposed to drag on for years, yet, the signs seems to be contrary, with housing prices stable and sales better than last ...

Moved - New Location for the Windsor Office

November 18, 2010 Hi to all, Just now getting things sorted out at the new location. We are now located in Windsor at 1065 King Street Windsor. You will find us in the centre office, Just look for 1065 on the street, drive up to the parking lot and go to the centre office.

60 Elm Square,New Minas,Close to 101 Access Rd.Immediate possession!!

Home is in wonderful condition. Very quiet area of the park. Recent upgrades include: New roof shingles in 2009. Hot water tank 2008, wheelchair ramp off the back deck 2008. Back patio door and deck 2006, carport 2004. Early possession is possible. Appliances are negotiable. Home has been very well cared for and pride of ownership shows throughout. Purchaser must get park owners permission to remain ...

Wishing everyone a Happy Halloween

What a wonderful time to visit our beautiful Annapolis Valley.Our fall colours are at their very best right now. The North Mountain range is ablaze with all the fall colours. The view from our Look Off  (from the village of Canning, turn left at the monument and go up to the top of the mountain, turn right going towards Scotts Bay)and on your right-just past the Look Off Campground-give yourself ...

Fair Trade Gift Sale, Kentville, Nova Scotia

This Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23, there is a Fair Trade Gift Sale. Drop by and get a start on your Christmas shopping! Fair Trade Gift Sale Kentville Fire Hall 463 Main Street, Kentville, NS Admission is Free Friday, October 22                  Noon – 8 p.m. Saturday, October 23             ...