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Volume 17 | Number 04

UPGRADE YOUR FRONT DOOR THIS SPRING

With spring comes a season of rebirth and one way to make a statement in your home is to replace, or paint, the front door. A new door with windows or stained glass or the same door in a new colour can create a whole new vibe for you and guests entering your home. If painting or replacing the door isn't in your budget, consider just changing the hardware (knobs and locks) for a small change. To replace your front door, head to your local home improvement store for a plethora of options and expert advice. Be sure the door you're choosing will provide proper insulation, security and will fit in the current frame you have. When choosing to paint your current door, you'll want to protect any hardware by covering with painter's tape (unless of course, you're replacing it) then sanding down the current finish on the door. After sanding, thoroughly clean the door to remove dust residue and then apply a coat, or two, of exterior-grade paint and primer. Once dry, polish or replace the hardware and you’re all done. Whether you replace or repaint your door, finish off the new look with a new doormat and plants and enjoy your new entrance.

UNSTUFFED CABBAGE ROLLS

INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp olive oil

DIRECTIONS: 1. Warm the oil in a large deep sided skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef, chili powder, garlic, salt, and pepper. Crumble the meat as it cooks. 2. When the meat has browned, about 8 minutes, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, vinegar, brown sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. 3. Stir in the cabbage, reduce to simmer, and cover with lid.

2 lbs ground beef 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder 1 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper 24 oz crushed tomatoes 15 oz tomato sauce

2 tbsp white wine vinegar ¼ cup light brown sugar

Cook until the cabbage is bright green, tender, and still slightly crisp, about 4-5 minutes.

½ head green cabbage about 4-6 cups, chopped into 1-inch pieces 2 cups cooked rice (total amount is rice when cooked)

4. Add in the cooked rice and simmer just until heated

through about 2 minutes. Serve warm.

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KINDNESS IS ONE THING YOU CAN’T GIVE AWAY. IT ALWAYS COMES BACK. — George Skolsky

George (1905 to 1983) was an American writer, radio host, screenwriter and movie producer who was best known for being a Hollywood gossip columnist.

FARMHOUSE STYLE DECOR Perhaps you live in rural Canada and your home's decor can authentically be called farmhouse chic because your home was built a certain way to be functional and utilize the supplies found locally. Or perhaps you live in urban Canada and long for the look of a modern farmhouse style as it brings back nostalgic memories or allows you to escape from the pace and style of city living. Regardless, there are a few key elements that define a farmhouse decor style that you can incorporate into your home if you so choose. The primary element in farmhouse decor is the use of natural materials like distressed wood, exposed stone and metal. Paired with neutral and warm colour palettes,

the natural materials provide a stark contrast and really stand out when used accordingly. Consider incorporating or highlighting metal accents, exposed wood beams, open shelves and barn style doors throughout the home. Furthermore, distressed or antique furniture as well as comfy, textured fabrics on sofas and linens round out the look.

ROLLING STORAGE SHELVES

Storage is something every home owner needs and never seems to have enough of. Creating a rolling storage system in the basement, garage or spare room can alleviate a lot of storage problems. The easiest way to create a storage system like this is to purchase bookshelves or shelving units and add casters (wheels) to the base so they can be rolled up against a wall or in a nook and then pulled out when needed. Adding labels and handles to the side of the bookcase or shelf can help make the items more accessible.

Items can be placed right on the shelf or into bins or baskets to keep smaller items together. Going one step further and adding hooks or a tension rod in place of a shelf (when structurally sound) can allow for other storage options like hanging tools, clothes, pet supplies, etc. Doors or curtains can be added to the front of the bookcase if needed as well. Be aware if your shelving unit is tall, you will want to put the heavy items on the bottom to prevent it from falling over.

JOKES Knock, Knock. Who's there? Rain Rain who?

Knock, knock. Who's there? Ears. Ears who? ‘Ears another knock knock joke for ya!

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Canoe. Canoe who? Canoe come out to play now?

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Howl. Howl who? Howl you know unless you open the door?

You're not going to tell me to go away and come again another day, are you?

Courtesy of funology.com

SUDOKU

Fill in the blanks so that each row, each column, and each of the nine 3x3 grids contain one instance of each of the numbers 1 through 9.

Courtesy of: www.thinkablepuzzles.com

Answer:

March home sales growth off last month’s pace, but supply still building in the Fraser Valley

Featured Listings

CALGARY STATS Fraser Valley Statistics

BENCHMARK PRICES

$555,000 apartment UP 6.9% year-to-year

$1,517,100 detached UP 8.8% year-to-year

COMING SOON

SOLD

$1,485,600 detached UP 8.4% year-to-year

6,197 ACTIVE LISTINGS

$546,100 apartment UP 7.2% year-to-year

Beautiful 4 bedroom, 4 bath, two storey with basement home on approx. 4000 sq ft lot! $Price to be determined! Surrey / Sullivan Station apartment 1,429 869 townhouse detached 2,160

#16 4750 228 St. Langley

$846,900 townhouse UP 7.2% year-to-year

BENCHMARK PRICES

EXQUISITE 2634 sq.ft, end unit rancher with full basement townhome. Features two primary bedrooms, 10’ ceilings, rec-room with wet bar, double garage with EV charging and so much

1,395 SOLD LISTINGS

more! $1,349,900 SOLD IN 9 DAYS!

$831,000 townhouse UP 6.7% year-to-year

4.4 MONTHS OF INVENTORY

2,986 NEW LISTINGS

22.5% SALES TO ACTIVE LISTING RATIO

SOLD

SOLD

Statistics reflect market activity in February 2024. Source: The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board. Market values stated are benchmark prices. Individual home market values will vary and are affected by factors such as location, size, interior and exterior condition. Please call to get an up-to-date evaluation of your home. New listings increased to 2,986 in March. The average number of days homes are spending on the market continues to decline, with single-family detached homes spending 27 days on the market, apartments spending 26 days on the market and townhomes moving more quickly at 20 days. At $1,517,100, the Benchmark price for an FVREB single-family detached home increased 8.8 per cent compared to March 2023. At $846,900, the Benchmark price for an FVREB townhome increased 7.2 per cent compared to March 2023. At $555,000, the Benchmark price for an FVREB apartment/condo increased 6.9 per cent compared to March 2023. Statistics reflect market activity in March 2024 | Source: FVREB ® Fraser Valley Real Estate Board | Market values stated are of the benchmark of Fraser Valley and surrounding region. Individual home market values will vary and are affected by factors such as location, size, interior and exterior condition. Please call to get an up-to-date evaluation of your home. 4.5 MONTHS OF INVENTORY 22.2% SALES TO ACTIVE LISTING RATIO

FULLY UPDATED Split level on LARGE 8133 sq ft. lot – 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. $1,359,900 18113 57A Ave. – Cloverdale “With inventory building, buyers now have more opportunities in both the detached and attached markets compared to one year ago,” said Jeff Chadha, Chair of the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board. “However, despite increased options, some buyers may still be waiting on the sidelines for the financing landscape to further settle before they feel comfortable getting back into the market.” BC, April 3, 2024 – Home buyers in the Fraser Valley have more choice heading into the spring market with inventory levels for March at the highest they’ve been in the past five years. However, March sales were slower than anticipated with 1,395 transactions recorded on the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board’s Multiple Listings Service ® (MLS ® ).

STUNNING!!! COMPLETELY RENOVATED 1572 sq. ft., 2 bedroom plus den, 3 bath townhome in small 5 unit boutique building in the heart of White Rock within 2 blocks of town center & 10 min. walk to the beach! $899,900 SOLD IN 7 DAYS AT NEW PRICE! #3 1508 Blackwood St. White Rock

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