the willmott ruhler - january 2015
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Happy New Year! Here's the first edition of The Ruhler for 2015. We're starting the year off with some great tips on how to follow through with your new year resolutions, details about the exciting, 2nd annual, Milton Film Festival. We also have great staging tips and our first ever, "What They Got" Email us at [email protected] or you can text and call (416) 707-8401 for help buying or selling your next home or for suggestions on future publications. Regards, Ariel and AdrianTRANSCRIPT
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January 2015 - Volume 16
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What They Got
This month’s What They Got was sitting around for a
while.
2nd AnnualMilton Film Festival
Bringing TIFF To Milton
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JANUARY 2015 • The Willmott RuhlerThe Willmott Ruhler • JANUARY 2015
As we continue to meet more of our neighbours in
Hawthorne Village on the Park, one of the most frequently found similarities, townhome and detached alike, is the front door.
Reality is that the builder’s doors, hardware and paint are cheap. The gleaming paint and shiny door handle have peeled, faded and, in some cases, no longer
work. In fact, my front door key actually unlocks my neighour’s door! (fortunately we work together so it comes in handy!)
Prospective buyers often make a decision about a house before entering so the front door is a key component in setting their expectations. Here are some options along with approximate costs to help you create a welcoming entry.
Painting the door: $30 in paint and a bit of timeReplace Hardware: $175 - $275Replace Window Insert: $300 + Visit our Pinterest page for more great tips.www.pinterest.com/kormendytrott
Milton Film Festival
What They GotStaging TipsModel: HillsviewSquare Feet: 1,510Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2 Full, 1 HalfList Date: October 21/14 Days On Market: 44Price Reductions: 3Original Price: $436,900Selling Price: $422,000List to Sale Ratio: 96.58%6-Month Avg. Selling Price for this model: $430,500
This popular “Hillsview” model townhome (listed by an agent other than the Kormendy Trott Team) is located on a very quiet
street with quick access to one of our local community parks, walking trails, storm water management ponds and just a hop-skip-and-a-jump from the new Milton Marketplace shopping centre.
While this home offered a great location for it’s new owners, the upgrades were lacking and the original asking price couldn’t be justified. The end result was an excessive amount of time on the market and a below average selling price. Pricing is a key component to a successful sale. While pricing high to “test the market” may seem like a good idea, pricing right will always put more money in your pocket and get the house sold sooner.
For more selling tips email [email protected]
January 23-25, 2015Milton Centre for the Arts
1010 Main Street E., Milton ON
The much anticipated 2015 Milton Film Festival is just around the corner! The Mattamy Theatre, located at the Milton Centre for the Arts is ready for movie buffs to take in
some of this years most exciting local, Canadian and international films. In addition to critically acclaimed feature films from Canada and around the world, the Festival will be showing a selection of short films by local and regional film makers. For those of you who love TIFF but hate the hustle and bustle of the city, enjoy some of the same films from the big event in your own town!
Pick up your tickets at the Chudleigh Box Office at the Milton Centre for the Arts Weekend Passes: $83.00 (admission to all eight screenings plus Gala Reception) Individual films: $13.00 Saturday Gala Screening & Reception: $19.00
First Impressions
JANUARY 2015 • The Willmott RuhlerThe Willmott Ruhler • JANUARY 2015
Make 2015 the year that your dreams come true! Setting realistic, measurable goals will help you achieve what you’ve always wanted. Not sure how to start? Here are some tips to set achievable goals.
Think big. What is one thing that would improve your life dramatically? Whether it pertains to getting healthy, ridding yourself of debt or getting a promotion at work, think of one thing that would give you the biggest boost and turn it into your goal.
Analyze your habits and behaviours. Don’t let bad habits and behaviours sabotage your hard work. Once you’ve thought of a goal, ask yourself these questions:
o What current habits or behaviours will help me reach my goal?
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For example, if your goal is to run a marathon and you’re already running or working out a few times a week, your
you reach your goal. However, if the last time you ran was during an elementary school
running a habit so that you can achieve your goal.
Write it down. Studies show that writing down your goal will improve your chances of achieving it.
• Approach your goal as if you’ve already achieved it. This will put you in the right mindset.
• Instead of saying, “I have lost weight” say, “I have lost 20 pounds and dropped two pants sizes.”
• Divide it up. Large goals are easier to reach if you break them into smaller pieces. Divide your big goal into smaller short-term and mid-term goals. If your goal is to run a marathon, a short-term goal would be to run a 5k within the next month, and a mid-term goal would be to run a half marathon by June.
• Give yourself a time limit. Setting a deadline will help you maintain the focus and drive you need to achieve your goal.
• Track your progress. Tracking allows you to see how far you’ve come and may give you the extra motivation you need when you’re feeling discouraged.
Achieve Your Goals in2015!
Improve your chances of achieving your goals this year with these helpful tips:
1. Get S.M.A.R.T. That is, set goals that are Sand written, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic in time and skill, and Time-based.
2. Find an accountability partner. An accountability partner is someone who will make sure that you complete the activities required to achieve your goal, whether it’s checking in with you once a day asking about your progress or providing encouragement when you need it the most.
3. Have a “why.” Having a reason to achieve your goals will keep you motivated, especially when you’re tempted to give up.
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