Open House Saturday and Sunday @ 11 Pebblebrook Cres. Whitby

Open House this Weekend - November 3rd and 4th 

Saturday and Sunday from 2 - 4 p.m. 

VIRTUAL TOUR 

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11 Pebblebrook is Jeffery Built Home located in the private enclave of executive homes in north Whitby. This home is situated on a Premium Pie Shaped Lot with lovely eastern exposure that backs onto quiet Green Space!! currently there is a large single level deck and a the yard is large enough to accomodate a pool in the future. 

This home is very spacious and has 4 Bedrooms and 3 well appointed Bathrooms. The heart of the home is a fantastic Gourmet Kitchen overlooking the backyard. Many upgrades in this kitchen include a  Slate Backsplash, Oversized Kitchen Island With Wine Fridge,  Skylight, Massive 4 foot Sliding glass doors lead out to the large deck. 

The Main Floor of this Home also has a Spacious Family Room with a Gas Fireplace, Cathedral Ceilings & Oversized Windows that Drench the Family Room with Tons of Sunlight. The Dining Room Boasts Hand Scraped Hardwood Floors and is Large Enough to Accomodate Almost Any Family Gathering. 

Both the Front and Back yards have been Professionally Landscaped and Have an In-Ground Sprinkler System. 

There is an Unspoiled Basement Ready to Become Your Recreation Room or Additional Living space. Low Profile Duct Work and Generous Basement Height Allows for Excellent Ceiling Height 

The Offering Price Includes all Appliances (Stainless Steel Fridge, Stove, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, 14 Seer Central Air, Central Vacuum and the High End Front Load Washer & Dryer. In the winter the Back yard is transformed into a wonderful skating Rink and the Boards And Tarp For the Skating are Available. 

Feature Sheet 

Here is a List of some of the upgrades in this Wonderful Home!

 

    High Tech Infrastructure Network:

1.      Advanced Smart Wiring Technology to Support your Home

for Business, Personal or Children’s use

2.      A Bundle of Multiple High Speed Data Cables that will

distribute Several Cable/Satellite Ports, Telephone outlets,

and enhanced Video and Computer Networking Capabilities

 

    Kitchen

1.      Wonderful Gourmet Kitchen with Upgraded 36” Maple Cabinets with Solid ¾” inserts and 2 Decorative End Shelves

2.      Slate Backsplash andComposite Sink with Stainless Steel Tap with Ledge Under 2 Windows for Lots of Natural Light

3.      Oversized Island with Cabinet and Wine Fridge

4.      Large Walk In Corner Pantry

5.      Frigidaire Gallery Series Side by Side Stainless Steel Fridge with Ice and Filtered Water Dispenser.

6.      Frigidaire Gallery Series Quiet Built in Dishwasher

7.      LG Over the Range Stainless Steel Microwave

8.      Central Vacuum “Kick Plate” in floor for Easy and Quick Clean-ups

9.      Pot lights and Pendant Lights Over Island

10.  Large Oversized 8’ Sliding Door with Transom

 

For More Information on this Home or to Book your own Private Showing please contact: 

SCOTT ROY 
RE/MAX JAZZ 
(905) 728-1600 or 
(905) 435-7355 

scott@lifeindurham.com 

A Playground For All !

Two years ago I met one of the most amazing young boys I have ever met - his name is Michael and he lives in Courtice, Ontario. When I met his parents they were looking for a house for their growing family. The lovely 1,000 square foot bungalow was busting at the seems. They indicated they had one very particular request and that was for a barrier free main floor and something that made it easy for the family to move around. It made sense at the time and the search began!

 

What I didn't realize was, how impacted I was going to be by this search. After a few days of searching for homes I met Michael and my world was changed! I thought I was looking for home that would accomodate a wheelchair and that couldn't have been further from the truth. I was now looking for a home that would alllow a wonderful young boy to move freely around his home with his family and enjoy all the same things his sister enjoys. The mobility helps Michael get stronger and improves his health. This Journey affected me in ways I couldn't even imagine and everytime I have the pleasure of visiting with Michael I am reminded of just how wonderful he is, how big his heart is and what a special family he is part of. 

 

I am not a great writer and I know that and it is difficult for me to find the words to capture certain feelings and moments but my hope is that you will be as inspired as I am to help!  Check out the You Tube Video link below.

 

 

And please lend your support by going to the Aviva Community Fund web site and help by voting for A playground for All.  Voting started a while ago and we would like to make sure this idea is moved along to the next level, your votes will help. 

 

Thank you for taking the time to read this message  

 

Michaels parents have put forward their idea for their sons school and need your votes!!!!!

 

You can vote once per day per email address for 15 days!  Below is the link to the IDEA or search under the Large Ideas for # ACF13874

http://www.avivacommunityfund.org/ideas/acf13874

Thank you so very much !!!

One of the Best Values in Oshawa!!

Attention Investors and First Time Home Buyers !

Do Not Miss this Opportunity - $149,990 for a 3 Bedroom + 2 bathroom Condo Townhouse.

An incredible opportunity to purchase your first home, This townhouse is Located near Harmony and Adelaide - It has been recently updated with new carpeting on the 2nd floor and has been freshly painted throughout . This unit provides a great investment; Other units in this complext have sold for over $170,000 and 1 has recently sold for over $180,000. Great complex and is well maintained. Close to many amenities; Shopping, Public Transit (Go Train & Durham Transit) and all levels of schools. The 401 is only a 5 minute drive to the south. New COSTCO will be opening in the Fall of 2012 and is located 5 minutes to the West at Ritson and Adelaide.

This Townhouse provides a great layout for the that new and growing family or a couple looking to "Right Size!" Main floor is very open and bright with lots of natural light through out the day. There is also a garage and private drive that provides enough parking for 2 cars

At this price this Townhouse will not last!!

Contact me today to set up a time to view this great property

SCOTT ROY
RE/MAX Jazz
(905) 728-1660 Office
(905) 435-7355 Direct

www.lifeindurham.com

Check out my web site at LifeinDurham.com to see more photos and a Feature Sheet

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One of the Best Values in Oshawa!!

Attention Investors and First Time Home Buyers !

Do Not Miss this Opportunity - $149,990 for a 3 Bedroom + 2 bathroom Condo Townhouse.

An incredible opportunity to purchase your first home, This townhouse is Located near Harmony and Adelaide - It has been recently updated with new carpeting on the 2nd floor and has been freshly painted throughout . This unit provides a great investment; Other units in this complext have sold for over $170,000 and 1 has recently sold for over $180,000. Great complex and is well maintained. Close to many amenities; Shopping, Public Transit (Go Train & Durham Transit) and all levels of schools. The 401 is only a 5 minute drive to the south. New COSTCO will be opening in the Fall of 2012 and is located 5 minutes to the West at Ritson and Adelaide.

This Townhouse provides a great layout for the that new and growing family or a couple looking to "Right Size!" Main floor is very open and bright with lots of natural light through out the day. There is also a garage and private drive that provides enough parking for 2 cars

At this price this Townhouse will not last!!

Contact me today to set up a time to view this great property

SCOTT ROY
RE/MAX Jazz
(905) 728-1660 Office
(905) 435-7355 Direct

www.lifeindurham.com

Check out my web site at LifeinDurham.com to see more photos and a Feature Sheet

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Open House @ 32 Carlinds Drive, Whitby - Aug 25 from 2 - 4 p.m.

Open House Today at 32 Carlinds Drive in North Whitby today

This is a wonderful home that backs onto natural greenspace (Conservation Area) - Both Front and Back yard have been professionaly landscaped and create wonderful curb appeal and excellent seeting in the back yard.

3 Large Bedrooms, Huge Family Room / Great Room,  4 Washrooms, Wonderful Open Concept Main Floor, Upgraded Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances, Finished Basement, Walk out Basement, 2 Car Garage....So many more features to list

Join me today at 32 Carlinds Drive from 2 - 4 p.m.

For more detailed Information check out the listing at the link below

Feature Sheet   OR 

http://lifeindurham.com/Agents/s3propertyDetail.cfm?sBrokerCode=remaxjazz&AID=38113&lid=642896&id=E2431523

You Can Also Check out more details about this home at www.lifeindurham.com or

Contact me directly to set up your own private viewing of this fantastic home.

 

SCOTT ROY

RE/MAX Jazz Inc Brokerage

21 Drew Street

Oshawa Ontario

(905) 728-1600 Office

(905) 435-7355 Direct

scott@lifeindurham.com

 

 

 

 

Open House @ 32 Carlinds Drive, Whitby - Aug 25 from 2 - 4 p.m.

Open House Today at 32 Carlinds Drive in North Whitby today

This is a wonderful home that backs onto natural greenspace (Conservation Area) - Both Front and Back yard have been professionaly landscaped and create wonderful curb appeal and excellent seeting in the back yard.

3 Large Bedrooms, Huge Family Room / Great Room,  4 Washrooms, Wonderful Open Concept Main Floor, Upgraded Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances, Finished Basement, Walk out Basement, 2 Car Garage....So many more features to list

Join me today at 32 Carlinds Drive from 2 - 4 p.m.

For more detailed Information check out the listing at the link below

Feature Sheet   OR 

http://lifeindurham.com/Agents/s3propertyDetail.cfm?sBrokerCode=remaxjazz&AID=38113&lid=642896&id=E2431523

You Can Also Check out more details about this home at www.lifeindurham.com or

Contact me directly to set up your own private viewing of this fantastic home.

 

SCOTT ROY

RE/MAX Jazz Inc Brokerage

21 Drew Street

Oshawa Ontario

(905) 728-1600 Office

(905) 435-7355 Direct

scott@lifeindurham.com

 

 

 

 

32 Carlinds Drive, Whitby Ontario - 3 Bedrooms + 4 Washrooms

New Listing @ 32 Carlinds Drive in Whitby, Ontario (near Anderson on Taunton)

Map of Area and Amenities

This Home Boasts 3 Large Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms. Located in a family friendly neighbourhood near Public Schools and Catholic Schools. On of the More Desireable areas in Whitby.

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To Book your own Personal showing of this home please contact Scott Roy at RE/MAX JAZZ

 

SCOTT ROY

RE/MAX JAZZ Inc Brokerage

21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario

(905) 728-1600 Office 

(905) 435-7355 Direct

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Mini Stock Racing in Ontario

Three years ago I was introduced to the sport of short track oval racing by a friend of mine, Ryan Oosterholt, who races the # 79 Prelude in the mini Stock class at the Kawartha Downs Speedway in Fraserville Ontario. Ryan races almost every Friday night throughout the summer. I have had the pleasure of attending many of Ryan's races over the past few years and most recently attended the Fan Appreciation Night at the Kawartha Speedway back on July 20th. The drivers put on a great show and sincerely welcomed the fans onto the track for autographs and a chance to meet the drivers and their pit crews up close and personal.

Throughout this season Ryan has been touted as one of the better drivers in his class and his race results quite often support the praise he receives. Ryan currently sits second in the seasons points standings and has every chance to win the overall. It's exciting to watch these young drivers manoeuvre their way around the track, through the pack or even held off the pack to maintain the lead.

There is a lot more to this sport than simply turning left and going fast!

A few years ago I knew very little about this type of racing and I will admit I still don't know much more about the finer details, however I do enjoy watching now with a better understanding of the sport. I  am certain that I could probably not drive as well as some of these drivers and i only enough about engines to be dangerous. With that out there I did want to support my friend and get a bit more involved in this sport so I decided to through my support to Ryan Oosterholt through a sponsorship. I know the sponsorship has its benefits, but what I didn't realize is how much it helps Ryan and his team compete at every race. Now that I am more involved I quite often find my self cheering out loud for Ryan and his Farm Bro racing team. It has been a pleasure watching Ryan race and I do learn more and more every week about the sport of racing. Racing has also allowed me to include my son Ethan in an entertaining event and who knows maybe one day he will be in a similar spot as Ryan. Every time I head over to the speedway my son always wants to come with me. Unfortunately I can't explain all the details of racing to my son, but while in the pits, he does get to learn quite a bit from Ryan, his crew and some of the other drivers. It's always a great night out with my son.

I am almost certain the very same can be said for Ryan as well, his dad Henry is with him in the pits and most of Ryan's other family members and friends are in his pit crew helping and getting the car ready to go. Ryan has great support from family and friends, they ensure the race car arrives at the track and is running as fast as it can on the track.

The FARM BRO racing crew is a force to be reckon with!! 

Keep up the great racing Ryan

Scott Roy

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For More information on Racing, Admission Prices, Schedules and Special Events at Kawartha Downs and Speedway check out their website

Open House Today - July 28th 2-4 pm

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I am hosting an Open House today from 2 -4 pm today in the heart of Oshawa - this a fantastic century style home 2 1/2 storeys - 4 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms

HAPPY CANADA DAY !

I was driving through a local neighbourhood today and was inspired by all the Canadian Flags lining the boulevard and driveways, It was so nice to see all of those Red and White Flags. We do live in a great country and it's nice to see the patriotism.

Have a Wonderful Long Weekend!

What Canada's New Mortgage Rules Mean to Homeowner

On June 21st The Minister of Finance announced some changes that will take effect on July 9, 2012 which will impact how BUYERS can qualify for mortgages. I have included a link to a BNN interview with TD’s chief economist, Craig Alexander, that can help explain these changes. 

Highlights of the changes are: 

•  25 year amortization , down from 30
•  Maximum refinance to 80% LTV
•   Maximum Gross Debt Service ratio of 39% and Total Debt Service ratio of 44%     
• Government-backed insured mortgages limited to homes with a purchase price of less than $1 million

http://watch.bnn.ca/#clip705589

 

Benefits of Townhome Ownership

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No Matter what stage of life you are at, Owning or Purchasing a Townhome is an excellent idea!

Initially, townhouses belonged to a set of terraced houses, sharing walls with other homes built in the same architectural style. Members of the aristocracy often occupied them in Europe. Having “a house in town,” for example in places like London or Bath, generally meant owning a second or third home one visited during certain seasons.

Today Townhouses have undergone a dramatic shift. Instead of being domiciles for the wealthy, they have now become residences for people who are entering the housing market or "Right Sizing" their lifestyles and do not want the maintenance of a large 2 storey detached home or are adverse to renting. Like the townhouses of old, the modern townhouse shares walls in common with other townhouses making them very affordable. Given the average size of most Townhomes they are easy to decorate, easy to maintain and provide many of the amenities of larger detached homes such as master ensuite bathrooms,  3 or more bedrooms and quite often 3 or even 4 bathrooms. All of the above benefits makes owning a Townhome a great investment for the "First Time" home  buyer or "Empty Nester".  Most all Townhomes are two-story buildings with the odd 3 storey building sprinkled around.

Keep in Mind there can be 2 types of Townhome ownership in the market place, Freehold and Condominium. make you have a clear understanding of the differences between the two types of ownership.

For more information on Townhomes please feel free to contact me:

SCOTT ROY

RE/MAX Jazz inc. Brokerage 

Oshawa Ontario

(905) 728-1600 Office

(905) 435-7355 Direct

 

scott@lifeindurham.com

www.lifeindurham.com

 

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Open House in Kawartha Lakes - Sunday June 3rd from 2- 4 pm

Fantastic Country Home on a 1 acre property just outside of Lindsay and North of Port Perry

On Sunday, June 3rd,  I will be hosting an Open House at 66 Cressweel in Manilla 

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This Home is wonderful retreat for anyone working in Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax or Pickering and wanting a country setting to raise a family. 4 + Bedrooms offers plenty of space for that growing family. The 1 Acre lot also provides opportunity for a pool or playground.The Surrounding area is great for the outdoor enthusiast - Snowmobile trails are just down the road and you are the gateway to cottage country!

There is a huge 24 x 36 garage located towards the back of the property with a paved driveway (recently paved in 2010). There is also a 2 car garage attached to the house with direct access to the home. Main Floor laundry makes life a touch easier and the large Country kitchen overlooks the sunken family room and backyard.

Plenty of space to entertain and enjoy family and friends with a separae formal living room and dining room.

Drop by for a visit of this wonderful home and I will be happy to tour you through all the wonderful aspects of this home

For more information Please contact me directly:

 

SCOTT ROY  

RE/MAX JAZZ

21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario

(905) 728-1600 office or (905) 435-7355 direct

scott@lifeindurham.com

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