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
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