guardian property, 9 august 2013

RELAXEDRURAL LIVING

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GUARDIANPropertyGuardianAshbURtoN AUGUST 9, 2013

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Downsize or upsize; this lifestyle property just 8km from Ashburton will suit retiring farmers or those looking to swap the

hustle and bustle for the good life. Situated on a quiet rural road, on two hectares of Waimakariri silt loam soils, divided into five well-fenced paddocks there is plenty of room to bring the ponies, graze a few sheep, or diversify into horticulture. Enter the modern four-bedroom brick home into the spacious open plan living area, with attractive rural views through a large bay window towards the mountains. The well-appointed kitchen features a double wall oven, ample bench space and a large country-style pantry, providing plenty of storage. Off the kitchen is a games room, which could also be used as a formal lounge or theatre room. A separate sitting room off the main living area has access to a bathroom, and separate toilet, offering a retreat for an elderly family member or a quiet spot to relax.

The roomy master bedroom has an ensuite and a walk in wardrobe, and the same fabulous views toward the hills. The three queen-sized bedrooms are serviced by the second bathroom, complete with full sized bath, shower and modern vanity. A separate toilet is situated in this wing. There is also an office handy to the entrance. Covered decking along the front of the house, and a paved patio area for the barbecue provides plenty of space for outdoor living or entertaining. The well-fenced garden comes complete with a large secure dog run behind the house. Outbuildings include a large two-bay shed and workshop, complete with three phase power and a vehicle servicing pit. An extra open shed, numerous storage sheds and a recently renovated sleep-out complete the lineup. The farm and garden feature established trees and planting, and have been well maintained and regularly fertilised. All the hard work has been done – your new home in the country awaits you!

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Deadline Saleclosing Wednesday4th September at 4pmOpen HomeSaturday August 10th10.00 am - 10.45 am

23 Innes Road

Agent: Rodger LethemMobile: 027 433 3436DDI: 03 308 8209Email: [email protected]

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RESIDENTIALHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 [email protected] West Street

OFFERS PLENTY

OPEN HOME$235,000 WEB ID AU31469AEASTSIDE17 Adams StreetThis property has plenty to offer, currentlyused as a four bedroom home or could bealternatively set up as a three bedroomwith two living rooms. Excellent garagingwith storage for up to six vehicles plusadditional car port and on site parking.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 10.00 - 10.30am

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GREAT FAMILY HOME 219m²

OPEN HOME$455,000 WEB ID AU27284CEASTSIDE5 Goldrich DriveThis home has been built for you, fourbedrooms with two bathrooms, walk-inwardrobe, shower, vanity and toilet inensuite. In the main bathroom - shower,vanity, bath and separate toilet. Big openplan living area with separate lounge.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 10.00 - 10.45am

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TOP NOTCH TOWNHOUSE

OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU31648WESTSIDE31 Grigg StreetSuperb location. Very sunny with largeliving area that opens to delightful gardenroom to relax.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 10.30 - 11.00amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Wednesday14th August 2013 at 2.00pm

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THE COMPLETE PACKAGE

OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU31793WESTSIDE79 Middle RoadFeatures include renovated kitchen withRimu floors, new carpet plus self-containedsleepout.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 11.00 - 11.45amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Wednesday14th August 2013 at 4.00pm

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EASY TO ENJOY AT ELMWOOD

OPEN HOME$525,000 WEB ID AU31614TINWALD4 Elmwood GroveYour family will enjoy everything about thisvery attractive and well presented homewith the fabulous space (263sqm)throughout and sun-drenched living. Greatkitchen, huge dining/living has doorsopening out to a patio as does theseparate lounge.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 11.00 - 11.30am

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FAMILY SIZED

OPEN HOME$275,000 WEB ID AU31586TINWALD183 Harland StreetLooking for a home with good living areasthen here it is! Updated kitchen, separatelounge. Good garage and secure section.Handy to Primary school. Someredecorating would enhance.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 11.00 - 11.30am

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IMMACULATE, SMART & COSY

OPEN HOME$262,000 - $270,000 WEB ID AU31221WESTSIDE2 Williamson PlaceThis cosy two bedroom townhouse isimmaculately presented. The owners havelovingly maintained this home and gardento a high standard. Live in comfort here inthis quiet street on the west side of town.Be quick!VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 11.00 - 11.45am

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CHARMING SPACIOUS VILLA

OPEN HOME$318,000 WEB ID AU30796WESTSIDE132 Harrison StreetLarger family home in the heat of Allenton.Three bedroom plus office or fourthbedroom. Updated kitchen and open planliving plus an extra lounge - plenty of roomfor everyone. Family sized section too, withdouble garage and workshop room.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 12.00 - 12.45pm

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QUALITY BUILD HERE

OPEN HOMENEGOTIATION WEB ID AU30985EASTSIDE8 Manse PlaceWhen it comes to building this guy knowshis stuff. 230sqm home - now that's big.Three double bedrooms with a big ensuiteoff master bedroom. Separate mainbathroom. Bigger than most kitchen withheaps of cupboard space.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 12.00 - 12.45pm

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QUALITY DESIGN

OPEN HOME$469,000 WEB ID AU31895EASTSIDE10 Manse PlaceAn impressive home designed with qualityfeatures throughout. This ultra modernthree bedroom plus office home is spreadover two levels with high ceilings andexcellent natural light. Spacious living andimpressive kitchen.VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 12.00 - 12.45pm

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NEAT & NATTY

$255,000 WEB ID AU30821AEASTSIDE14 Willow StreetCome and view this tidy three bedroomhome. Open plan living area catches plentyof sun, modernised kitchen is roomy andspacious. Just the place to start out or buyas an investment home.View By Appointment

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A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

$260,000 WEB ID AU31592EASTSIDE110 Princes StreetVery sought after - an affordable firsthome or investment opportunity. Sunnyopen plan kitchen, dining, living andupdated bathroom. Currently tenanted for$300 per week. Don't delay - call today!View By Appointment

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RENTAL PROPERTY

$218,000 WEB ID AU31031EASTSIDE30 Princes StreetTidy three bedroom home on small easycare 421sqm section close to East Street.Good tidy tenant in place paying $280 perweek and keen to stay on. New log burner,cylinder and nice kitchen with Butlerspantry.View By Appointment

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GREAT LOCATION

$495,000 WEB ID AU31719WESTSIDE122 Elizabeth StreetGet in quick and help choose the paintcolours for this lovely new 211sqm home.Three bedrooms plus office, twobathrooms and a double internal accessgarage. Designed to be spacious andwarm. This home is certain to impress!View By Appointment

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RESIDENTIALHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 9176ASHBURTON217 West Street

HANDS ON

NEW LISTINGOFFERS OVER $280,000 WEB ID AU31847TINWALD141 McMurdo StreetWork required to bring this home back upto its best but the 'canvas' is there to workon. Four bedrooms, tandem garage closeto primary schools. Worth a look and seewhat you can do.View By Appointment

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NEW, WARM & SUNNY

$342,500 WEB ID AU28988EASTSIDE2 Rapley StreetRoomy three bedroom townhouse - allbrand new and ready for you to move in!Steel frames, Golden Home built withwarranties in place. Sunny living area,ensuite off master bedroom, attachedgarage with internal access.View By Appointment

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WHAT A GREAT BIG HOUSE

$665,000 WEB ID AU30748WESTSIDE11 Farm RoadPlease to offer for sale this four bedroomhome. A bonus is the office and largegames room with bathroom and spareroom, all self contained. Two living areasplus dining room off kitchen area.View By Appointment

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ONLY ONE YEAR OLD

$355,000 WEB ID AU30372AEASTSIDE24a Grey StreetMost attractive and practical two bedroomtownhouse that still smells brand new! Thisfront townhouse has very tasteful decor,sits well to the sun and is so handy totown. A small garden shed holds mowerand tools.View By Appointment

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WORKSHOPS FOR SALE

$45,000 + GST WEB ID AC31395ATINWALD23 Lagmhor RoadWell located workshops situated on Lagmhor Road. Agood sized site incorporating 1287sqm of Business Dzone land. Workshop includes small office and servicepit. Property ownership is leasehold making thisinvestment an affordable option.

BUSINESS ESTATE

$186,480 WEB ID AC31646ASHBURTONLot 42 JB Cullen DriveThis newly developed Ashburton Business Estate is setright in the heart of one of New Zealand's mostprogressive agriculture and pastoral regions. The sitesrange from 0.1332ha upwards. Strategically placed foroptimum accessibility to State Highway One andpossibly a future railway siding.

GEOFF GEERING DRIVE

$110 000 WEB ID AU15833AEASTSIDE14 Geoff Geering DriveBecome less reliant on others with increasing popularsolar water heating and on site water storage.Currently there is a choice of sections with sizesranging from 500sqm to 948sqm. Titles issued readyfor building. Be part of this environment friendlysubdivision. Enquire for further details.

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SELDOM AVAILABLE

NEW LISTINGOFFERS OVER $80,000 WEB ID AU31822EASTSIDE218 Walnut AveDesirable rear section (approximately 420sqm - subjectto survey) is located within walking distance toshopping centre and is the perfect place to build yournew home. Subdivision costs to be paid by thepurchaser.

BE IN QUICK!

$160,000 WEB ID AU31217WESTSIDELot 2 Allens RoadOnly five sections left in this subdivision!

Close to town and Allenton Shopping Centre.

TOWN & COUNTRY

$450,000 WEB ID AU25335AWESTSIDECarters RoadCarters Estate offers a unique lifestyle choice notpreviously found in Ashburton. A relaxing park likesetting with attractive plantings already inplace....wander out and practice your golf on the pitchand putt golf course or have a quiet drink in thepavilion while watching some tennis or just enjoylooking out over the tranquil lake.

REAL WOW FACTOR

OFFERS OVER $225,000 WEB ID AU27706ASHBURTON40 Ludlow DriveLake frontage, wonderful outlook. Build your dreamhome on this 1099sqm well positioned section.Opportunities with lake frontage in established areaslike this are very few and far between.

LAKE HOOD SECTIONS

FROM $190,000 WEB ID AU25458BASHBURTONStage 8 Lake Hood SubdivisionStage 8 Lake Hood sections selling now.

Come along and secure your dream building site now.

Priced from $190,000.

BUILD YOUR DREAM

$173,000 WEB ID AU15841ASHBURTON1 Trent PlaceAshburtons door step provides one of Canterburysfinest developments with water front sections and lakeviews. The lake provides the hub of water sports andalso provides for those that seek the tranquillity ofliving by the water. From relaxing at the waters edgedining at the Lake House or riding a bike track there isplenty on offer.

Property Brokers


RURALHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 [email protected] West Street

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OPEN HOME

DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYWEB ID AL31839

ASHBURTON23 Innes Road2 ha only 8kms from town centre. Waimakariri shallowsilt loam soils. Four bedroom homestead, master withensuite. Open plan living plus separate lounge/billiardroom and smaller sitting room. Office. Attractive andmature grounds. Two bay open shed, two bay garagewith large workshop. Renovated sleepout. Three phasepower. A range of older sheds. Excellent subdivisioninto five paddocks. Well maintained paddocks. Waterfrom well approx. 21 metres deep.

VIEW Saturday 10 Aug 10.00 - 10.45amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (unless sold prior)Wednesday 4th September 2013 at 4.00pm

ATTRACTIVE 3.0 HA

$238,000 WEB ID AL31725ASHBURTONWilkins RoadNestled on a quiet road within three minutes of theCBD. Deep fertile soils. Power to boundary. Sets backto river margin and natural wetland in the title ofapproximately 1.4 hectares. Great building sites in avery popular location.

IN THE HEART OF WINCHMORE

$775,000 + GST WEB ID AL31565ASHBURTON518 Methven Highway8 ha of productive eyre stony silt loam situated only 10minutes from town centre. Three bedroom homesteadwith spacious open plan living plus access to outdoorentertainment area. Mature and sheltered groundssubdivided into four main paddocks plus two holdingpaddocks. Three bay open shed, deer shed andmodest sheep yards.

BUILD & LIVE THE DREAM

$205 000 INC GST WEB ID AR05275ASHBURTONWinslow Willowby RoadGreat up and coming area for lifestyle blocks. Close totown yet truly rural. Great building sites.

8 HECTARES

NEGOTIATION WEB ID AL27542TINWALD45 O'Keefe RoadThis hidden gem has to it all ready for its new owners.It has a huge home of 659sqm with 6 plus bedrooms,storage rooms, office, games room, extensive livingand outdoor area including inground heated pool.Also features calf sheds (13 bays), huge lock up sheds,second home, contractors base with office, workshopand implement shed.

ATTRACTIVE LIFESTYLE

$675,000 + GST WEB ID AL28305ATINWALD152 Gartartan RoadAn attractive 12 hectare lifestyle property largeenough to generate some income. Warm andcomfortable home in settled grounds plus good outbuildings including stables, implement shedtackroom/workshop and cattle yards. Opportunity forlifestyle and income.

27.17HA - TWO TITLES

$1,000,000 + GST WEB ID AL31787STAVELEY150 Boyds RoadTwo excellent properties side by side of 14.3 hectaresand 12.86 hectares in elevated positions with views todie for. The popular Staveley hamlet is a good walkdownhill for a good coffee and lunch at the cafe.Excellent bush walks and the ice skating rink nearby.

WINSLOW SMALL BLOCK

$299,000 WEB ID AL31077HINDS513 Hinds HighwayA property which offers main road frontage. ThisWinslow block is only 5km from town in an area offarmland and lifestyle blocks. A three bedroom homewith two sunporchs and open kitchen and living roomset amid mature tree surrounds. Subdivided intoseveral paddocks of permanent pasture.

STUNNING VIEWS

$472,500 + GST WEB ID AL26381ASHBURTONWakanui RoadA rare 8 hectare corner site with many attractivebuilding sites. Full open views over town to theSouthern Alps and Mt Hutt. All in good pasture onquality soils ideal to develop your landscape. Wellfenced and power at the roadside. Town 'n' Countrywith the boundary only 1km away.

5 HA - SPACIOUS HOME DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYWEB ID AL31727

HINDS4 Cracroft StreetMotivated vendors offer this well appointed holdingwith large lockable shed and workshop, fenced intonumerous paddocks with central lane and stockyards.Aussie style home with 360 degree veranda to followthe summer shade or winter sun. Generous living areasand three bedrooms. Centrally located, an easycommute to town.

View By AppointmentDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY(unless sold prior) Friday 30thAugust 2013 at 4.00pm

102.6 HA HATFIELD, RAKAIA

$3,600,000 + GST WEB ID AR28308ASHBURTON1131 Dromore Hatfield RoadSuperbly presented arable farm on excellent Barrhilland Paparua soil types. Corner block with excellentroad access only minutes west of Rakaia. Central tothe heart of Mid Canterbury's favoured arable farmingand dairying area, the versatility of the farms lendsitself to a great arable/dairy grazing mix.

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141 McMurdo Street

Industry Comment

Wow, what a couple of weeks for dairy suppliers supplying milk

to Fonterra. Last weekend’s admission of Fonterra’s “bugs” in the system yet to be completely resolved. The annoucement started as some of the best news for New Zealand dairy farmers and the New Zealand economy as a whole with Fonterra’s proposed predictions of new seasons payout being around the $7.50/kg of milk solids mark, and the dividends on shares being 32 cents, making a total of $7.82/kg of milk solids which would be one of the better payouts in recent times. Last season’s payout of mid $6.00/kg of milk solids was good but not as good as this. However we must always remember this is a predicted price not an actual payout and we have seen in this past good early predictions only to have a few changes in the world’s financial climate to end up a lot less come end of season. Never spend the money until it’s in the bank! Last weekend’s news of contaminated milk powder products coming out of Fonterra is just the sort of thing that can put a new spin on things for all of us. I find it quite scary how New

Zealand’s economy and especially Mid Canterbury’s economy can be so effected by just one mistake by one large company such as Fonterra. Although Fonterra is an independent co-op it shows me just how dangerous it is to have so many of our economic eggs in one basket. Fonterra’s name as far as the overseas importers are concerned, is New Zealand’s name and not only does it affect Fonterra it also has a large flow onto the rest of New Zealand’s milk and food products. Mid Canterbury is the food basket of New Zealand it affects us all. I still have trouble believing Fonterra knew about this contamination in the milk powder in May 2012 and it has only now come to the light of day. Sometimes these larger companies feel they can treat us like mushrooms by keeping us in the dark. This news was always going to get out, it was just a matter of time. Surely their PR system should have resolved this way before now. All in all this season the rural market has been very strong and seems to be going from strength to strength with unprecedented enquiry on dairy grazing/conversion and dairy units of all sizes. The interest rates are still low and most banks seem to be very positive towards rural lending as they are in the business of supporting the

agricultural sector any way possible. A new dairy season begins along with a new selling season, all looks good but if nothing else the past two weeks just shows you never really do know what’s around the corner.

Fonterra Payout Announcement - Bugs In The System

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Property Brokers

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rwashburton.co.nz96 Tancred Street, Ashburton

Mid Canterbury Real Estate Limited Licensed REAA 2008 Phone (03) 307 8317

Ashburton 84 Pages Road

This immaculate sunny warm home features three bedrooms with built in wardrobes. Open plan kitchen/dining/living area with a lovely sunny view out to a lovely garden - will be the envy of many in the spring. Close proximity to shops - park and schools. This is the one you have been looking for so act now.

AshburtonOften Admired On Aborlea

• Four bedrooms• Master with ensuite• Double internal access

garage• Fully fenced• Two log fires

Rakaia Hard to find!• Looking to buy below $199,000?• Solid family home,looking for a new owner.• Could that person be you? • Great garaging with open bay wood shed. This property is in very good condition and presents a tremendous first home opportunity or take advantage of the current dire shortage of available rentals and invest.

Rakaia Charming and DelightfulIt is not often that a special property comes to the market! Beautifully presented,double glazed,spacious family home. Three double bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. Large family dining. Good sized formal lounge with heatpump. Separate bathroom with bath and shower. Features a delightful archgolla - open each end for great indoor-outdoor flow whilst entertaining family and friends.

Ashburton Ready and WaitingOnly 3 sections left in Stage One of this superb subdivision.Mailboxes are ready for your name to go on them and power, water and fibre optic cable is to the boundary. Now is the time to build your dream home.

AshburtonThis immaculate, sunny, warm home features three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. Open plan kitchen/dining/living area with a lovely sunny view out to a lovely garden - will be the envy of many in the spring. Close proximity to shops - park and schools. This is the one you have been looking for, so act now!

RakaiaRarely Available

Older style reclad Palliside cottage with various costly improvements. Features very modern kitchen and ensuite. Huge four car utility shed with 183sqm mezzanine floor. ½ acre sub-dividable site. (Subject to local council approval).Highly recommended: Marketed by Tender (No Price Marketing), closing September 3, 2013 at 4pm.

$450,000 - $465,000View Open Home Sat 10.45 - 11.00am 76 Nursery Driverwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20228

For Sale$399,000View: Open Home Saturday 10:15 - 10:30amrwashaburton.co.nz/AHB20230

$199,000View: by appointment. 8 Dunford Street, Rakaiarwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20172

$415,000 - $435,000View: by appointment. 142 Dunford Street, Rakaiarwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20016

$230,000View: by appointment. Tarbottons Roadrwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20241

$470,000 - $485,000View: Open Home Sat 11:45 - 12 noon 368 Burnett Strwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20182

TenderView Open Home Sat 12 noon - 12:30pm 7 Chapman Street,rwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20250

Easy Living - Sought After Location

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Urban ConsultantMargaret Wilson

021 221 2544

ManagerJill Quaid

027 437 6755

Rural Consultant/AuctioneerJarrod Ross

021 249 4644

Rural ConsultantRoger Burdett021 224 4214


021 221 2544

Urban ConsultantAnnette McCully

027 438 2328

Urban ConsultantRichard Quaid027 454 4745

Urban ConsultantMike Grant

021 272 0202

rwashburton.co.nz96 Tancred Street, Ashburton

Mid Canterbury Real Estate Limited Licensed REAA 2008 Phone (03) 307 8317

Ashburton 55 Cross Street

An often admired split level home in the very sought after Allenton area is looking for a new family to love it and give it a new “do”. Two living areas, three great sized bedrooms, two bathrooms and a very generous double garage with internal access are only a few of the benefits of this home of character. Through the sliding door from the dining sitting area step out to private sunny section at rear of this home for pleasant summer outdoor living.

AshburtonHidden Family TreasureCheck all these features:• 3 bedrooms - 2

bathrooms• Carpet only 3 years old• Open plan kitchen/

dining/living• Sunny - private - fully

fenced section• West side Tinwald -

awesome off street parking

Ashburton New Owner NeededDue to a change in circumstances this section needs a new owner NOW. Concept house plans included in sale price. Be part of this beautiful sub-division now. Golfers take note. Golf course very close by!

Ashburton Get StartedA tidy spacious three bedroom wooden bungalow in a great west side location. Small easy care section with a park just over the fence. This warm home with compliant log fire has had a fresh exterior paint and with some interior modernisation. A great starter with potential aplenty.

Lake Hood Northwest Facing1129m2 section on favoured Ludlow Drive. Access to water but this section doesn’t border the canal. Secure now, decide your plans and commence your build in the Spring

AshburtonAffordable Family HomeA very generous sized three bedroom home plus sunroom on a small private section within walking distance to town. Complete with updated white kitchen, re-carpeted, heatpump plus two showers. This property will sell and sell quickly so don’t hesitate.

AshburtonAmazing Allenton Red Brick Family HomeTastefully updated kitchen and bathroom has to add to the appeal of this warm sunny three bedroom home, with a large conservatory plus the most sunny private outdoor entertaining area that will be the envy of many. But wait there is more...a HUGE garage plus a HUGE 1012m2 section. Could be an opportunity here for you...

$425,000View Open Home Saturday 12:30 - 12:45pm 48 Nursery Driverwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20213

For Sale$389,000View Open Home Saturday 11:00 - 11:15amrwashaburton.co.nz/AHB20239

$240,000View by appointment Lot 23 Tarbottons Roadrwashaburton.co.nz/AHB20199

$220,000 - $225,000View Open Home Saturday 10:00 - 10:15am 107 Creek Roadrwashaburton.co.nz/AHB20075

$155,000View by appointment 27 Ludlow Driverwashaburton.co.nz/AHB20035

$269,000View Open Home Saturday 11:45 - 12 noon 372 Burnett Strwashaburton.co.nz/AHB20229

$359,000View View by appointment 24 Turton Streetrwashaburton.co.nz/ AHB20242


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Location Says It All

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Urban ConsultantKim Miller

027 236 8627

Urban ConsultantCindy Hayward

027 389 7955

Urban ConsultantChrissy Milne027 290 6606

Urban ConsultantMargaret Feiss

021 751 009

Urban ConsultantShirley Fitzgerald

027 220 1528

Property ManagerVeronica Monaghan

027 697 6948

Property ManagerAnnie Dwyer027 287 3388

Open Homes Check out our open homes at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz

112 - 114 Tancred Street Ashburton

Phone 03 308-6497 URBAN

Mick Hydes0274-37-9696

RURAL/LIFESTYLEDave Thomson027-6011-426

BUSINESS OWNERPhillip Kenny0274-753-669

RENTAL MANAGERAlana Lwin

0274-736-825

RENTAL MANAGERMichelle Hydes027-77-66-497

URBANHelena Ratten0274-577-998

URBANJill Leonard

0274-982-500

URBANDebbie Boon 0274-484-006

Leo RattenPA to Helena Ratten

03 308-6497

URBANRoberta Rutledge

027-228-7843

358 Burnett Street $495,000Set Sale: 2 pm, Thursday 22 August 2013• Centrallysituated• Spacioussunnyliving• Fourbedrooms• Sixcargaraging

View atwww.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz AS100713

Use your smart phone to scan me for more detailsSaturday 10.30am - 11.15am

28 Orr Street$239,000

• Affordablefirsthomeorinvestment• Threebedroom1980’s,aluminium

windows• Modernkitchen,openplanliving• Logfire,largegarage,privatelarge

backyard

View at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz AS070613


9 Jordan Avenue$372,000

• Sunnythreebedroomhome• Newcarpet,HRVandheatpump• Livingareashavestreetviews• Conservatorylooksouttogarden



27 Grey Street$398,000

• Modernfourbedroomresidence• Openplansunnyliving• Twobathrooms,heatpump,solar

water• Doublegarage,withintheAvenues


Use your smart phone to scan me for more detailsSaturday 12.30pm - 1.15pm

Saturday & Sunday 1.00pm - 2.00pm

141 McMurdo StreetOffers Over $280,000• Somuchpotential• Fourbedrooms• Tandumgarage• ClosetoTinwaldschool


Use your smart phone to scan me for more detailsSaturday 11.30am - 12 noon

72 Alford Forest Road Offers Over $349,000• Fourbedroomrenovatedfamily

home• Modernkitchen,newbathroom• Largesection,superboffstreet

parking• Walkingdistancetoschoolsand

amenities


Use your smart phone to scan me for more detailsSaturday 11.30am - 12.15pm

223 Hardys Road, Rakaia Set Sale: 2pm, Friday 23 August 2013 (plus GST if any)• Relocatedandcompletely

renovatedhome• Twonewthreebaysheds• Septicandwatertanks• PostandwirefencingView at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz AS090713

Use your smart phone to scan me for more detailsSaturday 1.00pm - 2.00pm

1A Grove Street$342,000• Uniquefourbedrooms,two

bathrooms• Suitableforextendedfamily• Fantasticheatingoptions• Lowmaintenancesection• Doublegaragewithworkshopsand

storeroomView at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz AS030813

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SOLD - SOLD - SOLD“It’s why more people are choosing us”

Karen GrovesUrban

027 438 4706

Stephen WatsonUrban

027 4339 695

Janine Reinecke

Urban

027 772 0692

MareeHartleyAdmin

308 6173

Janet Corry

Rentals Ashburton

308 6173

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Admin

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With the recent mild weather, you could be fooled into thinking winter is over, and with spring just around the corner, you may be thinking about preparing your home for sale.

But whatever the season, good insulation and heating are still high on the wish list of many potential property buyers, so a well-insulated home is a great place to start adding value and saleability to your property. And let’s face it, a warm home is essential to happy and healthy living.

There are a variety of insulation products available for both underfloor and ceilings, all offering excellent insulation ratings at a variety of prices. You don’t need to spend a fortune to add a lot of value. And remember that most prospective buyers will more than likely ask the selling agent what sort of heating and insulation your home has, so make sure they have the right information to pass on.

In this article, we will look at the main forms of insulation - ceiling and underfloor. Both are relatively easy to install yourself if you don’t want to get the professionals in.

Ceiling:

Ceiling insulation is generally the easiest, cheapest and most effective insulation to install in your home.

It is also easy to see if you have any, and what condition it is in by looking in the roof space. If there is some insulation, you may simply need a top-up layer, or if it is wet or damp in areas, or has been damaged. it may be easier to remove it and start again with a new layer.

If your insulation is not below the level of your joists, a blanket type insulation is ideal as it rolls out over what is existing.

Choosing the right level of insulation is done using a measure called ‘R-value’.

These values measure the ability of the insulation to resist heat flow or sound. The higher the value, the greater the effectiveness of the insulation. To work out how much insulation you need, draw a plan of the outside of your home and measure the perimeter of each area to be insulated in metres, multiply the length by the width to give the total area in m2.

Select the correct insulation and the correct R-rating for the area you live before you calculate how many bales of insulation you need.

Coverage area per bale varies with different types and grades of insulation.

Roof cavities and underfloors are dusty and glass wool insulation can irritate your skin, so wear protective clothing.

When you are ready to install, place the packs onto the roof area and start from the farthest point from the manhole and work back.

Insulation should be cut slightly oversize for a friction fit, and leave a 25mm minimum clearance around vents, chimneys and downlights. Do not cover light transformers as this can become a fire hazard.

Underfloor:

Once you have taken care of the ceiling, it is time to move underfloor.

Underfloor insulation is also a relatively inexpensive way to help make your home warmer.

There are three different types of underfloor insulation. Foil types which work on reflection, fibre types and polystyrene types. The different products bring different qualities to your home. Polythene down first on the ground helps stop any rising damp and makes installing insulation a lot more pleasant.

Foil insulation works as a convectional and radiant barrier. The main advantage of foil is that it stops rising damp and is great for working in tighter areas as they are installed in blanket format.

The general rule with fibre forms of insulation is that the thicker the product, the better it works. The most popular form of fibre underfloor insulation is polyester. The key advantage of fibre types of insulation is that they allow the floor to ‘breathe’ while still offering great thermal qualities.

Many of the guidelines for ceiling insulation can be followed when installing underfloor insulation.

Joist spacings under the floor can often be uneven, so you will need to keep an eye on your measurements and cut accordingly.

Each piece of insulation needs to be cut at least 30mm wider than the distance between the joist faces.

Slip the insulation into place, pushing one edge against the face of the joist and up to the underside of the floor. As you push the other side into place against the opposite joist, the edge will fold down the face of the joist. This method helps ensure there are no gaps between the insulation and the joists.

Take care not to cover wiring with insulation and cut insulation around plumbing, pipes or sub-framing.

A little time improving your home’s insulation now may pay off when it comes time to sell.

Insulation Value

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I MUST confess I switch my TV over on a Sunday to avoid Renters. The horror stories continually shown are enough to discourage potential investors from ever purchasing rental properties and are a gentle persuader that existing

landlords should sell immediately to avoid becoming the next victim.

The reality is far from the horror stories the show so often portrays and it frustrates me to see the constant negativity when we actually very rarely deal with situations like that, more often than not seeing a far more positive side of rental investments.

As a landlord you need to manage your property effectively by doing the following: - Take pride in the presentation of the property in order to attract the best standard of tenant possible. - Carry out appropriate checks rather than taking tenants on face value. Don’t be rash in making a decision. It is better to have a vacant property than a tenanted property with ongoing issues. - Ensure all necessary rent and bond is paid up front. One can almost guarantee

future rent arrears issues if money is owing from the outset. - Have a thorough tenancy agreement with good terms and conditions. - Check rent payments weekly and follow up missed rent payments immediately with a no leniency policy. - Carry out regular inspections to ensure the property is being well maintained and cared for by the tenants. Of course there are risks but your job as a landlord is to minimise those risks through effective management to avoid disasters as seen on TV. The reality is some people should not be landlords and that’s where having a property manager comes in. The long and short of investing in property is to enjoy what you do. If you are not enjoying it you can be sure things will not go well, so best take the problem away and let someone else manage it for you. If you are enjoying it, great! There are some fantastic rental prospects on the market so perhaps it’s a good time to add to your portfolio. If you do something well, keep doing it!

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84 Pages Rd 10.15 - 10.30 am7 Chapman St 12 - 12.30 pm368 Burnett St 11.45 am - 12 pm76 Nursery Drv 10.45 - 11 am55 Cross St 11 - 11.15 am372 Burnett St 11.45 am - 12 noon48 Nursery Drv 12.30 - 12.45 pm107 Creek Rd 10 - 10.15 am

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