Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Friday, November 11, 2011
Oshawa Open House - Sunday November 13th From 2 - 4 pm
I Will be Hosting an Open House @ 55 Ormond Drive Oshawa, Ontario on Sunday November 13th From 2 - 4 pm
| Fantastic North Oshawa Backsplit.This Home is Much Larger than you think! The Quaint Curb appeal is only the first of many pleasant surprises to this spacious home You Will be Able to Watch The Sunrise From Your Front Porch. Upgraded Oak Kitchen Brightened With California Shutter Overlooks The Large Family Room. There is Lovely Gas Fireplace That Warms the Entire Front of The Home. The L-Shaped Living / Dining Rooms are a Great Spot to Host Family Events, 4 Bedrms & 2 Baths Upgrades Include:
The Yard is fully fenced for peace of mind with your Children or Pets. Walk To Parks, Schools, Shopping & Public Transit! Unfinished 4th Level Awaits Your Finishing Touches.
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| Included are the Following All Window Coverings, All Electrical Light Fixtures & Fans, All Broadloom Where Laid, Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Fireplace....Move In & Enjoy!!!
Many Windows have been upgraded as well!
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Thank You From REMAX !
RE/MAX Internationaly and REMAX JAZZ at a local level are working hard to better serve their clients.
Thank you for your continued support!
Friday, November 4, 2011
Durham Region Real Estate Report - October 2011
Durham Region Experiences Healthy Sales Growth
- DRAR* - reported 870 sales in September, up 6% when compared to 815 sales in August.
- The number of active listings remains virtually unchanged from last month.
- September brought 1,624 new listings to the market place.
- 54% Sales to Listing Ratio indicates a balanced market.
- The average selling price of a home in Durham Region remained consistent at $316,938 to September at $317,634.
- The above numbers are also comparable with the Year-to-Date average sales price of $317,265.
- The price of a home in Durham Region appears to be stabilizing.
Statistics have been gathered from the Durham Region Association of Realtors website. For more detailed information and statistics please log onto http://www.durhamrealestate.org
* DRAR is the Durham Region Association of Realtors
If you are looking into the opportunity of Purchasing a Home in the Durham Region please feel free to contact me at scottt@lifiendurham.com or (905) 728-1600.
This message is not intended to solict any client curently under contract
BROOKLIN OPEN HOUSE - Saturday November 5th 2011 From 2 - 4 pm
Brooklin Open House this weekend at 4 Braddock Court (Carnwith & Baldwin)
- 4 Bedrooms + 3 Bthrooms
- Upgraded Kitchen Cupboards
- Hardwood Floors
- Full Landscaped Yard
- Large Master With Beautifull 5Pc Ensuite.
- Professionaly Painted And Decorated Throughout.
Stunning Executive Home On Small Court In Very Desirable Brooklin Location (Only 1 of 8 homes)
Large Pool Sized Yard Fully Landscaped With View Of Ravine and Complete With Hot Tub And Pond. Upgraded Throughout (Kitchen Cabinets And Appliances). Completely Open Concept, This Home Seems Much Larger. Located On Small Child Friendly Court.
Home is a short drive to the future 407 Extension.
| For More Information Contact Scott Roy RE/MAX Jazz (905) 728-1600 Office (905) 435-7355 Direct
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| Scott@lifeinDurham.com |
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Dynamic Design
Dynamic Design
In New York, less-than-large living arrangements are the norm, requiring a keen eye to stretch the aesthetics. For a pair of empty nesters with a nine-hundred-square-foot one-bedroom dwelling, Leyden Lewis, owner and design director of Brooklyn-based Leyden Lewis Interior Design + Architecture, was able to deliver something grand. “I think everyone wants to utilize their space to maximize the program and be practical without making it crowded,” says Lewis in regard to this apartment, located in a prime location near the Museum of Modern Art.
Read the entire Article at the link below
New Weekly Article - Dynamic Design || Home By Design Weekly Article
For All of your Real Estate Needs please feel free to contact me:
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa Ontario L1H 4Z7
(905) 728-1600 Office
(905) 435-7355 Direct scott@lifeindurham.com
Friday, October 28, 2011
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY OCT. 29, 2011 FROM 2 - 4 pm
OPEN HOUSE @ 833 Masson Street, Oshawa L1G 5B1
Currently Listed for $353,900
Gracious and Elegant - this is trully a turn key home in one of Oshawa's oldest and most desireable areas. Completely Renovated Home
Designer Kitchen Features Custom Cabinetry, Stone Countertop, Pantries, Marble Floors, Professional Stove And Hood, All Newer Staimnless Steel Appliances. Almost 1800 Sq Ft Of Living Space Plus Enjoy The Summer On A Large And Private Backyard. Good Size Deck, Hot Tub, Swimming Pool! Bathrooms Feel Like A Spa!!
All Windows Updated, Refinished Hardwood Flrs, Two Full Bathrooms, Great Rec Room In The Bsmt With built in desk (Office Space), Tv Nook, Pot Lights
New Awning Above The Sliding Door Gives You A Chance To Enjoy The Deck no matter what the weather is - Come on out on Saturday afternoon and see this wonderful home for yourself or let your friends and family know about this fantastic home!
If you can't make it to the Open House please feel free to contact me and set up a private showing at your convenience
REMAX JAZZ
21 Drew Street
(905) 728-1600
(905) 435-SELL
Friday, October 21, 2011
Mortgage Affordability
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Mortgage Affordability
When shopping for a new home, the first step is to figure out how much you can afford. Affordability is based on the household income of the applicant(s) purchasing the house, the personal monthly expenses of those applicants (car payments, credit expenses, etc.), and the expenses associated with owning a home (property taxes, condo fees, and heating costs).
You also need to determine if you have enough cash resources to purchase a home. The cash required is derived from the down payment put towards the purchase price, as well as the closing costs that must be incurred to complete the purchase.
How to Estimate Affordability
Lenders look at two ratios when determining the mortgage amount you qualify for, which generally indicate how much you can afford. These ratios are called the Gross Debt Service (GDS) ratio and Total Debt Service (TDS) ratio. They take into account your income, monthly housing costs and overall debt load.
The first affordability rule, as set out by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), is that your monthly housing costs – mortgage principal and interest, taxes and heating expenses (P.I.T.H.) - should not exceed 32% of your gross household monthly income. For condominiums, P.I.T.H. also includes half of your monthly condominium fees. The sum of these housing costs as a percentage of your gross monthly income is your GDS ratio.
The CMHC’s second affordability rule is that your total monthly debt load, including housing costs, should not be more than 40% of your gross monthly income. In addition to housing costs, your total monthly debt load would include credit card interest, car payments, and other loan expenses. The sum of your total monthly debt load as a percentage of your gross household income is your TDS ratio.
Down Payment
Because the minimum down payment in Canada is 5%, this benchmark is used to determine your maximum affordability. Ignoring income and debt levels, your maximum mortgage would be Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 [down payment $ ÷ 5%]. Any mortgage with less than a 20% down payment is known as a high-ratio mortgage, and requires you to purchase mortgage default insurance, commonly referred to as CMHC insurance.
Cash requirement
In addition to your down payment and CMHC insurance, you should set aside 1.5% - 4% of your home's selling price to cover closing costs, which are payable on closing day. Many home buyers forget to account for closing costs in their cash requirement.
NOTE:
You should always consult a mortgae specialist of your choice to see exactly what you would qualify for, being prequalified will make your home search much easier. If you do not have a mortgae specialist let me know and I can refer you to one of our in house specialists at RE/MAX JAZZ
Scott Roy
RE/MAX JAZZ
21 Drew St. Oshawa ON
(905) 728-1600
DON'T FORGET LAND TRANSFER TAX WHEN PURCHASING A HOME
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Land Transfer Tax
Land transfer tax (LTT) is often overlooked when considering the total cost of purchasing a home. All provinces have a land transfer tax, except Alberta and Saskatchewan, who instead levy a much smaller transfer fee. In most provinces the tax is calculated as a % of property value, using asking price as a close estimate. Home buyers in Toronto, unfortunately, also incur an additional municipal tax. However, Ontario, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island and the city of Toronto offer land transfer tax rebates for first-time home buyers to offset the unwelcome cost
Ontario Land Transfer Tax
To Calculate your land transfer taxes simply use the following calculation:
Purchase Price of the Home- $350,000
ON THE FIRST $55,000 multiply by 0.5% (55,000 x 0.5% = $275)
ON $55,000 - $250,000 multiply by 1.0% (195,000 x 1.0% = $1,950)
ON $250,000 - $400,000 multiply by 1.5% (100,000x 1.5% = $1,500)
ON $400,000 and over multiply by 2.0% (not applicable for this calculation)
($275 + $1,950 +$1,500 = $3,725) Land Transfer Tax Amount Payable
($55,000 + $195,000 + $100,000 = $350,000) Purchase Price of the Home
Ontario First-Time Home Buyer Land Transfer Tax Rebate
The Ontario land transfer tax rebate is equal to the full value of the land transfer tax up to a maximum of $2,000.
Eligibility
- The buyer must be older than 18 years
- The buyer must occupy the home within nine months of purchase
- The buyer cannot have owned a home anywhere in the world
- The buyer's spouse cannot have owned a home while being your spouse
- If you are purchasing a new home, it must be eligible for home warranty
Based on Ontario land transfer tax rates, the rebate will cover the fully taxed amount on houses up to $227,500. For houses over $227,500, home buyers will receive the maximum $2,000 rebate. To obtain this refund, you need to apply within 18 months after the purchase of the home.
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New Weekly Article - The Quick Energy Fix || Home By Design Weekly Article
Great Article about enjoying the holidays and reducing your stress!
You’ve got a project due at work, Thanksgiving travel plans to book, and kids to help with their homework every night. Faced with such a full schedule of activities and obligations, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed and wondering where all your energy went. And, as you head into one of the busiest seasons of the year, you can only predict that things could get worse from here.
You’ve got a project due at work, Thanksgiving travel plans to book, and kids to help with their homework every night. Faced with such a full schedule of activities and obligations, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed and wondering where all your energy went. And, as you head into one of the busiest seasons of the year, you can only predict that things could get worse from here.
That’s all the more reason to start paying attention to your energy levels and finding ways to increase them now. Doing so will help you tackle your many tasks and, most importantly, enhance your enjoyment of daily life
Read more by clicking on the link below!
New Weekly Article - The Quick Energy Fix || Home By Design Weekly Article
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street, Oshawa ON
(905) 728-1600 Office
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
CMHC Mortgage Insurance
Many New Home Buyers are sometimes unclear on what CMHC is and how it works. Click on the link below for some clarification provided by CMHC themselves.
Look for other great resources such as the section dedicated to those who are new to Canada - If you are or know of someone who is new to Canada and wants to purchase their first home click the link below for more detailed information in your language of choice.
Durham Region is a great place to start your new life in Canada - Close to Toronto, Less expensive homes and housing options, close to public Transit and transportation corridors to Toronto.
Please feel free to contact me if you would like additional information on Durham Region and the wonderful communities and cities that make up Durham Region.
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4Z7
(905) 728-1600 Office
(905) 435-SELL
Home Operating Costs
Every new home buyer and even those home owners who have not purchased a home in more than 9 years should refresh on the costs associated with purchasing a home
If you are a New Home Buyer and would like to know more about the process and costs associated with purchasing a home please feel free to contact me.
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa Ontario L1H 4Z7
(905) 728-1600
(905) 435-7355
The Buyer Representation Agreement
Buyers should be aware of their options so they are better able to protect their positions in a transaction. The role of the Realtor has been undergoing tremendous change over the past several years. Prior to 1995, all Realtors worked for the Seller in a Real Estate transaction. A buyer can now choose to retain representation with a Licensed Realtor and receive the same legal relationship that Sellers have received for nearly 100 years.
Buyers who understand their options will typically want to select their Real Estate representative EARLY in the transaction in order to avoid potential conflicts of interest should they be making many calls to various Realtors (typically listing sales representatives representing the Seller)
The Internet allows buyers to conduct tremendous research on their own before looking at homes or contacting a Realtor. It cannot be understated that part of the research conducted from a buyer’s perspective, is the careful selection of the Realtor to represent their interests in the acquisition of property. A skilled Buyers sales representative will add tremendous value to the buyer during the entire process of searching for a home and preparing and drafting of the contract, during negotiations, and overseeing the contract to completion.
For more more information or to schedule a Buyers Consultation please contact me directly
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4Z7
(905) 728-1600 Office
(905) 435-7355 Direct
New Weekly Article - Bright Possibilities || Home By Design Weekly Article
Los Angeles Based designer Michelle Workman shares how her designs were always a touch different than classmates back in school and how she effectively uses a unifying theme of colour!
Now an established professional, dressing homes and commercial spaces for the Los Angeles elite through Michelle Workman Interiors, she stays true to her design roots by utilizing simple yet elevated color palettes. Drawing inspiration from her time spent in Florida, Georgia, and California, Workman has developed a signature style that’s a combination of traditional and modern elements—such as this West Hollywood condo design, which she describes as West Hollywood meets Palm Beach.
Read more in this months article.
New Weekly Article - Bright Possibilities || Home By Design Weekly Article
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4Z7
scott@lifeindurham.com
www.lifeindurham.com
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
New Weekly Article - Summer Color || Home By Design Weekly Article
New Weekly Article - Summer Color || Home By Design Weekly Article
A little Late but better late than never!
Summer is here, meaning it’s time for dining alfresco, plunging into cool pools, playing in parks, and cooking with the vibrant colors of the season. A wealth of fresh fruits and vegetables abounds in the fields and the markets, and I can’t wait to return to my kitchen with a heavy basket of produce at its peak. With a painter’s palette of food at your fingertips, creating dishes around color is a fun approach to cooking up a summertime feast for your friends and family.
A little Late but better late than never!
Summer is here, meaning it’s time for dining alfresco, plunging into cool pools, playing in parks, and cooking with the vibrant colors of the season. A wealth of fresh fruits and vegetables abounds in the fields and the markets, and I can’t wait to return to my kitchen with a heavy basket of produce at its peak. With a painter’s palette of food at your fingertips, creating dishes around color is a fun approach to cooking up a summertime feast for your friends and family.
Purchasing or Listing an Older Home?
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The Charms of Living in an Older Home can be Many!
There is the history, style, craftsmanship, quirks. However there's no denying that living in such a home presents many challenges. Maintenance can be tricky and expensive, especially if certain systems and features have been neglected over the years.The following is a small but summarized list of certain isues to pay close attention to.
- Basement leakage and water penetration is the number one problem with old homes and foundations.
- Brick, block and stone foundations were not constructed with modern weeping tile systems. If there was any tar on the foundation it is deteriorated. Your best defence to reduce basement leakage is good grading near the foundation to drain water away and good eaves and downspout systems to drain water away.
Out dated wiring is usually an issue in many older homes.
- Knob and tube wiring was used up until the 1940's.
- The 1950's so the use of ungrounded wiring and
- From the mid 1960's to late 1970's aluminum wiring was very common.
- If the panel has been upgraded, look for an Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) sticker on the panel. It’s rare but sometimes you might uncover a 100 amp panel installed on the old 60 amp service leads. Wiring issues can lead to insurance problems.
- Energy inefficiency has been very topical the past few years. Without any upgrades you will find that most older homes were constructed with single-pane windows that can be quite drafty and lead to condensation problems. Older homes usually have very little insulation in the attic, walls and basement and the heating systems can be quite old.
- T he government has re-instated the Eco Energy program to assist with improving the energy efficiency in older homes.
- Many times the old homes that were on oil have now been converted to gas.
- A good Question to ask when you see this is where is the old oil tank? Was it in the home, outside or buried in the ground?
- If your home has older water pipes, have them checked to identify the material and determine if they need to be replaced. Some older materials such as galvanized steel, iron, and even lead are still in use today even though new construction does not allow them.
- Old fireplaces rarely meet current standards. If you see a charming wood burning fireplace please be sure to have it WETT Certified (Wood Energy Technology Transfer).
A pre listing home inspection when listing an old home and is a good investment! It definitely helps in avoiding and uncovering costly issues that might have a deal turn sour very quickly.
If you are looking for a Century Home or simply want to avoid the New Home building sites please feel free to contact me and I can help with your search.
I can be reached at RE/MAX Jazz- The Rhythm of the Region
SCOTT ROY
RE/MAX JAZZ
21 Drew Street Oshawa, Ontario
(905) 728-1600 office
(905) 435-7355 direct
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Open House - Sunday Sept. 11, 2011 - 1920's Oshawa Gem - From 2 -4 pm
Beautiful Oshawa Home in one of the Most Desireable areas
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11th 2011 2-4 p.m.
| If You Love Older Homes You'll Love This 1920'S Gem! All Original Hrardwood trim with Lots Of Built In Cabinets & Crown Moulding! Kitchen is very spacious & Boasts Granite Counter Tops & Beautiful Backsplash! Fireplace in large living room with Built in cabinets on each side! Private,Lush & Fully Fenced Yard W/Beautiful Deck & Pergola Covered In Vines! 3 Spacious Bdrms & Dressing Rm Off The Master bedroom with more Built-Ins! Bath Features Claw Foot Tub! All Tastefully Decorated & Immaculatelly Kept In One Of Oshawa's Finest Neighbourhoods Close To Schools, Parks & Trails! Updated Wiring,
For More Infoirmation on This Home Please contact me directly
SCOTT ROY RE/MAX Jazz 21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario (905) 728-1600 (905) 435-7355 direct
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Thursday, September 8, 2011
First Time Home Buyers Seminar
Buying your First Home can be Exhilarating and at the same time Overwhelming!
Are you a first time Home Buyer? Do you now someone who is considering buying their first home? If so Please read on.
It has been my experience that Information and knowledge will help you overcome most obstacles and challenges and keep more of the exhilaration in the process and limit the stress. I would like to provide you or the first time home buyer you may know with as much relevant information that will provide the confidence in knowing you are making the best and most well informed decisions.
Event Location to be determined - Most Likely will be hosting this event at REMAX Jazz or one of the local RBC Branches
Right now we have 2 dates set - Thursday September 22nd or Thursday October 20th 2011 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Which ever date Receives the Biggest Response
http://mortgage.rbc.com:80/alexandra.jobb">Alexandra Jobb, Mobile Mortgage Specialist from RBC will be co hosting this event and speaking about the Mortgage Aspects of purchings your first home and feilding many of the questions First time Home Buyers Have.
Seating is limited to the first 10 responders as we assume there might be spouses, partners, boyfriends or girlfriends who would also like to attend.
We will take care of the Food and drink for you for the evening and award 2 lucky people with some excellent door prizes and of course everyone will take home a great deal of information on both the real estate side of things and mortgages.
Door Prizes are a Home Depot Gift Card and Massage Gift Basket valued at over $100 Dollars
Some of the Topics we will cover include:
Mortgage
- Mortgage Down Payment Options
- Closing Costs
- Closed, Open and Convertible Mortgages
- Variable and Fixed Rate Mortgages
- Mortgage Rates
- Mortgage Amortization
- Mortgage Glossary
Real Estate
- Why Durham Region is an excellent Choice (From a Value perspective)
- Where are the most desirable neighbourhoods in Durham Region
- Where can you get the biggest bang for your Buck
- How a Real Estate Agent and Brokerage can Help - We work to protect your best interest!
If you would like more information on this event or would like to attend please contact Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario
(905) 728-1600 office
(905) 435-7355 direct
Or go direct to my website Lifeindurham.com – simply click on the “Seminar” Button and sign up using the form
First Time Home Buyers Seminar
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Buying your First Home can be Exhilarating and at the same time Overwhelming!
Are you a first time Home Buyer? Do you now someone who is considering buying their first home? If so Please read on.
It has been my experience that Information and knowledge will help you overcome most obstacles and challenges and keep more of the exhilaration in the process and limit the stress. I would like to provide you or the first time home buyer you may know with as much relevant information that will provide the confidence in knowing you are making the best and most well informed decisions.
Event Location to be determined - Most Likely will be hosting this event at REMAX Jazz or one of the local RBC Branches
Right now we have 2 dates set - Thursday September 22nd or Thursday October 20th 2011 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Which ever date Receives the Biggest Response
http://mortgage.rbc.com:80/alexandra.jobb">Alexandra Jobb, Mobile Mortgage Specialist from RBC will be co hosting this event and speaking about the Mortgage Aspects of purchings your first home and feilding many of the questions First time Home Buyers Have.
Seating is limited to the first 10 responders as we assume there might be spouses, partners, boyfriends or girlfriends who would also like to attend.
We will take care of the Food and drink for you for the evening and award 2 lucky people with some excellent door prizes and of course everyone will take home a great deal of information on both the real estate side of things and mortgages.
Door Prizes are a Home Depot Gift Card and Massage Gift Basket valued at over $100 Dollars
Some of the Topics we will cover include:
Mortgage
- Mortgage Down Payment Options
- Closing Costs
- Closed, Open and Convertible Mortgages
- Variable and Fixed Rate Mortgages
- Mortgage Rates
- Mortgage Amortization
- Mortgage Glossary
Real Estate
- Why Durham Region is an excellent Choice (From a Value perspective)
- Where are the most desirable neighbourhoods in Durham Region
- Where can you get the biggest bang for your Buck
- How a Real Estate Agent and Brokerage can Help - We work to protect your best interest!
If you would like more information on this event or would like to attend please contact Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario
(905) 728-1600 office
(905) 435-7355 direct
Or go direct to my website Lifeindurham.com – simply click on the “Seminar” Button and sign up using the form
First Time Home Buyers Seminar
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Buying your First Home can be Exhilarating and at the same time Overwhelming!
Are you a first time Home Buyer? Do you now someone who is considering buying their first home? If so Please read on.
It has been my experience that Information and knowledge will help you overcome most obstacles and challenges and keep more of the exhilaration in the process and limit the stress. I would like to provide you or the first time home buyer you may know with as much relevant information that will provide the confidence in knowing you are making the best and most well informed decisions.
Event Location to be determined - Most Likely will be hosting this event at REMAX Jazz or one of the local RBC Branches
Right now we have 2 dates set - Thursday September 22nd or Thursday October 20th 2011 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Which ever date Receives the Biggest Response
http://mortgage.rbc.com:80/alexandra.jobb">Alexandra Jobb, Mobile Mortgage Specialist from RBC will be co hosting this event and speaking about the Mortgage Aspects of purchings your first home and feilding many of the questions First time Home Buyers Have.
Seating is limited to the first 10 responders as we assume there might be spouses, partners, boyfriends or girlfriends who would also like to attend.
We will take care of the Food and drink for you for the evening and award 2 lucky people with some excellent door prizes and of course everyone will take home a great deal of information on both the real estate side of things and mortgages.
Door Prizes are a Home Depot Gift Card and Massage Gift Basket valued at over $100 Dollars
Some of the Topics we will cover include:
Mortgage
- Mortgage Down Payment Options
- Closing Costs
- Closed, Open and Convertible Mortgages
- Variable and Fixed Rate Mortgages
- Mortgage Rates
- Mortgage Amortization
- Mortgage Glossary
Real Estate
- Why Durham Region is an excellent Choice (From a Value perspective)
- Where are the most desirable neighbourhoods in Durham Region
- Where can you get the biggest bang for your Buck
- How a Real Estate Agent and Brokerage can Help - We work to protect your best interest!
If you would like more information on this event or would like to attend please contact Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario
(905) 728-1600 office
(905) 435-7355 direct
Or go direct to my website Lifeindurham.com – simply click on the “Seminar” Button and sign up using the form
First Time Home Buyers Seminar
Normal 0 false false false EN-CA X-NONE X-NONE
Buying your First Home can be Exhilarating and at the same time Overwhelming!
Are you a first time Home Buyer? Do you now someone who is considering buying their first home? If so Please read on.
It has been my experience that Information and knowledge will help you overcome most obstacles and challenges and keep more of the exhilaration in the process and limit the stress. I would like to provide you or the first time home buyer you may know with as much relevant information that will provide the confidence in knowing you are making the best and most well informed decisions.
Event Location to be determined - Most Likely will be hosting this event at REMAX Jazz or one of the local RBC Branches
Right now we have 2 dates set - Thursday September 22nd or Thursday October 20th 2011 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Which ever date Receives the Biggest Response
http://mortgage.rbc.com:80/alexandra.jobb">Alexandra Jobb, Mobile Mortgage Specialist from RBC will be co hosting this event and speaking about the Mortgage Aspects of purchings your first home and feilding many of the questions First time Home Buyers Have.
Seating is limited to the first 10 responders as we assume there might be spouses, partners, boyfriends or girlfriends who would also like to attend.
We will take care of the Food and drink for you for the evening and award 2 lucky people with some excellent door prizes and of course everyone will take home a great deal of information on both the real estate side of things and mortgages.
Door Prizes are a Home Depot Gift Card and Massage Gift Basket valued at over $100 Dollars
Some of the Topics we will cover include:
Mortgage
- Mortgage Down Payment Options
- Closing Costs
- Closed, Open and Convertible Mortgages
- Variable and Fixed Rate Mortgages
- Mortgage Rates
- Mortgage Amortization
- Mortgage Glossary
Real Estate
- Why Durham Region is an excellent Choice (From a Value perspective)
- Where are the most desirable neighbourhoods in Durham Region
- Where can you get the biggest bang for your Buck
- How a Real Estate Agent and Brokerage can Help - We work to protect your best interest!
If you would like more information on this event or would like to attend please contact Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario
(905) 728-1600 office
(905) 435-7355 direct
Or go direct to my website Lifeindurham.com – simply click on the “Seminar” Button and sign up using the form
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
GORGEOUS PORT PERRY - 4 Bedroom - 4 Bathroom + 2 Car Garage
Stunning Western View - 2 Level Cedar Deck with Hot Tub
Relax and Enjoy Beautiful Sunsets While Unwinding
Stunning 3100 Square foot - 4 Bedroom + 4 Bathroom Executive Home - Only 1 Hour to Toronto!
This Home is 5 years New on one of the Largest Premium Lots in the Very Desirable Subdivision of Cawkers Creek, Port Perry.
The Curb Appeal of this Home is Amazing! You get a Very Welcoming Feeling the Moment you Arrive. The Beautiful Front Porch Greets just Before the Double Front Doors Which is Your Gateway to the Amazing Open Concept Main Floor with Hardwood and Ceramic Flooring Throughout. The Open Concept Main Floor Leads to a Stunning 2 Level Cedar Deck and onto the Peaceful and Tranquil Fully Fenced Yard Overlooking Green Space and Cawkers Creek. What more Could you ask for your Family? This Home has more than Enough Luxury for the Entire Family. There are 4 huge Bedrooms, 2 with Ensuites and 2 with a "Jack and Jill" Pass Through Ensuite. Each Bedroom has Direct Access to a Bathroom -- No More Waiting! Not to Mention a Second Floor Media Room for the Home Office or Simply a Nice Quiet Place to Read and or Catch up on the Day's Events!Cawkers Creek is a Quiet Subdivision Close the Catholic Elementary School (K -- 8), Public Elementary School (S.A Cawker K- 8 ) and Port Perry High School, in fact all are within a short walk of this home. Many other recreation facilities are close by including the arena, curling rink, community centre and many shops.The Open Concept on the Main Level Supports a Fun and Family Friendly Environment and is also Fantastic for Entertaining During the Holidays and for Those Very Special Family Events. The Front Foyer Features Open Concept Styling, Open to the second floor and has Ceramic flooring. There is a Separate Office / Library, Powder Room, Combination Formal Living and Dining Room and a Great Family Room that is open to the Breakfast Area and Kitchen. Laundry Room is Located on the Main Level and has Direct Access to the 2 Car Garage. 9 Foot Ceilings on the Main Floor only add to the Already Generous Space on the Main Floor.A Great Deal of Family Time is Spent in the Kitchen! In this home the Kitchen, Breakfast area and family Room are Sprawling Across the Back of this Home. You will be able to Accommodate Everyone and Still Have your own Space to Enjoy. The Family Room Maintains its Warm and Inviting Environment even on those Chilly Winter Afternoons and Evenings with a Wonderful Gas Fireplace Casting a Warm "Blanket" Across the Space. In the Summer Time you will be able to Enjoy the Absolutely Gorgeous 2 Level Cedar Deck Just Through the Patio Doors in the Breakfast Area. The Upper Level Deck Overlooks the Very Private and Secluded Yard, Which is a large enough to accommodate a Pool at Some Point in the Future! You'll enjoy all that Port Perry has to offer, Including a Unique Shopping Experience and Revitalized Waterfront Amenities in this vibrant Victorian town. This house is in Move-in Condition with just over 3100 square feet of living space and neutral decor; This home shows amazingly!
Don't miss this Opportunity to Make this Very Functional Executive Style Home in an Ideal Location your Own. It Truly is a Little Piece of Everything you Have Been Looking for. For More information on this Property, or to Book your Personal & Private Appointment Please Contact me Directly or Through our Office Today.Scott Roy
Sales Representative
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street, Oshawa, Ontario
L1L 4H7
(905) 728-1600 Office
(9050 435-SELL Direct Scott@LifeInDurham.com
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Durham Region Real Estate - A Great Investment!
DURHAM REGION, August 5, 2011 – The Durham Region
Association of REALTORS® reported 906 sales for the month of July.
So far in 2011 there have been a total of 6,213 sales in
Durham Region which represents a 3.7% decrease over last year.
Association of REALTORS® reported 906 sales for the month of July.
So far in 2011 there have been a total of 6,213 sales in
Durham Region which represents a 3.7% decrease over last year.
With 1,328 new listings reported in July the total number of homes
available for resale in Durham Region is 2,247. The sales-to-newlistings
ratio, an indication of market balance, stood at 68.2% for July.
A ratio above 60% suggests a seller’s market.
The average selling price of a home in Durham Region for July is
$329,956, an increase of 11.2% over July last year. “Sellers are still
seeing strong price increases for their homes, making real estate in
Durham Region a great investment” said Durham
Region Association of REALTORS® President, Dierdre Mullen
This article has been taken from the Durham Region Association of Realtors July Issues of the Housing Report - 2011
If you would like more information on your homes value or if you are considering making a move to your next home please feel free to contact me, I will be happy to help.Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew St.
Oshawa, Ontario
L1H 4Z7
(905) 728-1600 Office
(905) 435-7355 Direct
Monday, August 22, 2011
Open House This Weekend - Sat. August 27 & Sun. August 28th - 170 Finch Ave. Pickering Ontario
OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND
Saturday August 27th 2011 - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday August 28th 2011 - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Price 359,900
Great 3 Bedroom + 3 Bathroom Condo Townhouse in a fantastic Pickering Location
Loads of Fantastic Upgrades - Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Counter Tops, Ceramic Tiles and Hardwood
PARKING FOR 2 CARS + Vistor Parking
Close to all amenities - Large Box Store Complex just south of Kingston Road
www.lifeindurham.com for more details or check out the Slide Show
10 minute drive to Ajax or Pickering GO train station
Fantastic 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Pickering Condo - Close to Toronto
This Fantastic Condo has been reduced to accommodate a quick closing!
$359,900
What a Great Find - Best Of The Floor Plans Available Combined with an Excellent Location.
Check out the Links for more Information - Video
A perfect fit for the young professional working in Durham Region or Toronto or for the couple looking to right size and not have to shovel snow anymore - Many exterior maintenance issues are covered in the maintenance fee. This is a fantastic professional living unit.
3 Storey Condo Townhouse with 3 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms and the Great Room On The 2nd Level along with eat in kitchen and powder room - This is a great space for entertaining family and friends. There is ample Parking For 2 Cars - Garage access is direct to the main level foyer inside the condo unit. Visitor Parking is provided. Laundry on the main level
Kitchen is full of sparkling upgrades - Custom back splash, granite counter tops and stainless appliances, South facing exposure combined with the Walk Out to the Deck drenches this very large Eat In Kitchen in sunlight. The deck off the eat in area provides a great place to relax and access to the common area behind this unit.
Ceramic, Hardwood & Broadloom
The charming balcony off of the great room provides for another relaxing area to unwind after a busy day. The portico at the main entrance provides ample shelter at the entrance.
Large Retail complex is only a 5 minute walk away and provides ample shopping choices
Close To All Amenities & Public Transit (Go Transit, ) 401 is located a few lights south of Highway 2 (Kingston Road) .
To Book a private showing please contact me, Scott Roy at RE/MAX Jazz
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa,Ontario
(905) 728-1600
www.lifeindurham.com
For more detailed information check out the feature sheet or slide on my web site - http://www.lifeindurham.com/14a_read.php?ltl=1186722
Thank you!
Feature Sheet
Slide Show
Friday, August 12, 2011
576 Camelot Drive, Oshawa, Ontario - 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Ravine Lot
| Fantastic Starter Home with a Ravine Lot ! Great Oshawa location - Look No Further! Excellent North East Oshawa Neighbourhood, Close To Everything (Shopping Public Transit) Backing Onto A Ravine! This 3 Bedroom Is Bright & Clean With An Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Room With Walk Out To Deck, Large Living Room With Parquet Floors & French Doors! The Upstairs Bath Has A Jacuzzi Tub! Basement Is Finished With A Rec Room & Extra Bedroom Or Office W/ Extra Large Windows & A 3Pc Bath! Beautiful Private Backyard Is Fully Fenced |
| With A Shed & Gate To The Ravine Where You Can Enjoy Nature Right In Your Backyard! Furnace 2003, Roof 2010, Some Newer Windows, A/C, Parquet Floors, New Carpet, Freshly Painted, New Hwt Is Rented. Shows A '10'! See Virtual Tour!!
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| Include All Kitchen Appliances - Fridge and Stove - The Washer & Dryer are Negotiable. Virtual Tour - To Book a showing for this property please contact me Through RE/MAX Jazz
Scott Roy 21 Drew Street Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4Z7 (905) 728-1600 Office (905) 435- SELL Direct
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Sunday, July 17, 2011
New Weekly Article - Malibu Magnificence || Home By Design Weekly Article
Another Great Weekly Article
It's not something I have to worry about - designing and finishing a 10,000 square foot home but it is nice to dream once in a while and how would I design it! Check out the article below
Here is a quote taken directly from the article - " The finishing of the home was especially important to both Wertheimer and Susie. Because the 10,000-square-foot home had the potential to feel overwhelming and grandiose in scale, which the clients wanted to avoid"
It's not something I have to worry about - designing and finishing a 10,000 square foot home but it is nice to dream once in a while and how would I design it! Check out the article below
Here is a quote taken directly from the article - " The finishing of the home was especially important to both Wertheimer and Susie. Because the 10,000-square-foot home had the potential to feel overwhelming and grandiose in scale, which the clients wanted to avoid"
To read more about this design endeavor click on the link below
I would love to help any my friends or family find just such home here in the Durham Region !!
If you would more real estate information whether you are buying or selling please feel free to contact me and I will be glad to help
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa, Ontario
(905) 728-1600 office
(905) 435-SELL direct
scott@lifeindurham.com
www.lifeindurham.com
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Port Perry Open House - 84 Heath Cres. Saturday July 16th & Sunday July 17th - From 2 - 4 pm
84 Heath Cres. is a Wonderful and Charming Family Home!
Located in a quiet and well established neighbourhood in Port Perry - Close to everything, the Historic Downtownand and Revitalized Waterfront are only a 10 minute walk away. All levels of schools are also within a 10 minute walk (Elementary, Catholic and Secondary Schools). You can check out the school locations on the google map link below
This home is located on just over a 1/3 of an acre (very private yard) there is more than an enough room for your pool, hot tub and even plenty of areas for the kids to play. There are so many ways to effectively use all of the space in this home. There are 5 separate levels in this back split style home. 4 + 1 bedrooms - laundry is on the main level - Family Room has direct access to the backyard and has Newer Gas Fireplace. The partially finished basement area would make a great Hobby Room, Workshop, Childrens Area, Games Room or Home Theatre (also known as a "Man Cave")
- A Large and Gracious fFyer welcomes you and your guests into your home.
- Formal Dinning Room is fantastic for entertaining family and friends and the Living Room overlooks the porch and front yard.
- Large Eat In Kitchen has an impressive view overlooking the pool area and the back yard.
Check out the virtual Tour link below and the Feature sheet then make plans to visit our Open House on Saturday or Sunday from 2 -4 pm on both days
Other Features:
- Hardwood Floors (Living Room, Dining Room Foyer)
- Porcelain Tile (Eat In Kitchen)
- 2 Car Garage
- Direct Garage Access to the house
- Parking for up to 4 Cars
- Large Pie Shaped Lot - one of the largest lots in the neighbourhood
- Newer Windows Throughout the home
- 5 Piece Main Washroom
- 4 Piece Ensuite
- Large Eat in Kitchen
- Front Porch
- 2 Decks - 1 at the pool area and 1 off the family room
- Wonderful Gardens in the back yard
- Newer Pool Liner
- New Pool Heater
- Garden Shed
- Central Air Conditioning
- Central Vac
Thursday, July 7, 2011
OPEN HOUSE @ 1701 Finch Ave - Unit # 43 Pickering Ont. - Sunday July 10th, 2011 from 2-4 pm
Fantastic opportunity to own a wonderful 3 Bedroom + 3 Bathroom condo in Pickering!
This is an amazing unit with tons of upgrades and one of the best floors that was available from the builder
Very few units have both a front Balcony and a Rear Deck
This Condo is closeto all amenities and transit (GO Transit Bus or Train only minutes away and close to the 401)
I look forward to seeing you there on Sunday! - We will also be hosting an Open house on Saturday as well
For More information please contact me directly
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario
(905) 728-1600
Open House on Saturday July 9th 2011 - 1008 Southport Dr. - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Fantastic 3 Bedroom + 3 Bathroom Townhome in Oshawa
Looking to get out of that rental market then look no further than 1008 Southport Dr. Come out and have a look at this great Townhome on Saturday July 9th from 2 - 4 p.m.
OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY !! From 2 - 4 p.m.
84 Heath Cres. Port Perry, Ontario - 4 + 1 Bedroom - 5 Level Backsplit
WELCOME HOME!
Wonderful Family Home Located In A Mature neighbourhood of Port Perry. This home has everything to offer a growing family or the family just looking to have everything they need in 1 location.
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa Ontario, L1H 4Z7 (905) 728-1600 (office)
(905) 435-SELL (direct)scott@lifeindurham.com
www.lifeindurham.com
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Wonderful new lisitng in Pickering Ontario
1701 Finch Ave - Unit 43 - Located at the intersection of Brock and Finch
What A Great Find! Best Of The Floor Plans Available Combined with an Excellent Location.
3 Bedrooms + 3 Baths and a Great Rm On The 2nd Level. Ceramic, Hardwood & Broadloom.Parking For 2 Cars.Close To All Amenities & Public Transit (Go Transit, 401).W/O From Kitchen To South Facing Deck. Amazing Kitchen with tons of of Upgrades Top Of The Line Stainless Steel Appliances and Custom Back splash. Fantastic Balcony At The Front Over The Portico. 1700 Sq Ft. Of Fantastic Living Space And 9 Ft. Ceilings Throughout. Fridge Stove B/I Diswashr + Over The Range Microwave - Energy Star Home!Roughed in for Security System. 1 Garage Door Opener with 2 remotes Remotes. Air-To-Air Heat Exchanger & Air Conditioner
Virtual Tour
Monday, July 4, 2011
New Weekly Article - Ft. Lauderdale Chic || Home By Design Weekly Article
New Weekly Article - Ft. Lauderdale Chic || Home By Design Weekly Article
Although using a single design style is comfortable, it can be flat and is rarely reflective of a life well lived. People are naturally attracted to a variety of looks, so the answer is simple: make any design more dynamic by mixing styles. Unfortunately, the application is a bit more daunting. When incorporating different looks into a cohesive design, heed the following guidelines from Barbara Murtagh Nash.
To read more about this great decorating article click on the title
(905) 728-1600 office(905) 435- SELL direct
Great Weekly Article about mixing or integrating styles the reflect a life well lived
To read more about this great decorating article click on the title
SCOTT ROY
RE/MAX JAZZ
21 Drew Street
Oshawa, Ontario
(905) 728-1600 office
New Weekly Artcile - Garden Ponds
Great New weekly article about the beauty of adding a garden pond - Build an Ecosystem Pond for a Low-Maintenance Piece of Garden Paradise
Click on the Title to read more of the article.
Scott Roy
RE/MAX Jazz
21 Drew Street
Oshawa, Ontario
(905) 728-1600 Office
(905) 435-7355 Direct
scott@lifeindurham.com
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