Saturday OPEN HOUSE in Port Perry from 1-4 p.m. @ 48 Chimney Hill Way !!

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REMAX Logo NewJoin Us this Saturday April 7th from 1-4 p.m. at 48 Chimney Hill Way in historic Port Perry for an extended Open House. Drop in and check out this wonderful 4 Bedroom and 4 Bathroom home with just over 2900 square Feet.

 

IMG_3582Welcome to 48 Chimney Hill Way, a Queens Gate built home (Balfour Model) and one of the Largest Homes in the neighbourhood known as the Ravines of Cawkers Creek . With Just over 2900 Square Feet, this home has more than enough space for the entire family. This Home has a nice open and spacious feel to it and features 4 generous bedrooms on the second level. 2 Bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms and the Master features a double walk in Closet and  5 piece en-suite bathroom. The Second largest bedroom also has a 4-piece en-suite. Both other bedrooms feature large closets, and each have a generous amount of space to accommodate a queen size bed.

Main Floor Features and Open Concept Family Overlooking the Large Kitchen and separate breakfast area. The Main Floor also features a huge Living Room and Formal Dining Room. There is also an attractive 3-Sided Gas Fireplaces that provides a unique divide between the Living Room & Family Room. 2 Story Grand entrance & Circular Stair Case Leading up to Bonus Media Room with W/O to Deck on 2nd Level.

 

Features and Highlights Include:

  • Large 2 Tier Deck in Back Yard
  • Southern Exposure on Back Yard
  • 2 Car Garage with Direct Access to Home
  • 2 Ensuite Bathrooms (5 Piece & 4 Piece)
  • Main Floor Powder Room
  • Main Floor Laundry
  • 2nd Level Deck off Media Room
  • Circular Staircaise
  • Upgraded Kitchen Cabinets
  • 3 Sided Fireplace

 

For Additional Information please CONTACT:

SCOTT ROY Sales Representative

RE/MAX JAZZ Inc. Brokerage

21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario L1H 4Z7

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

scott@lifeindurham.com

Port Perry Open House – 2 – 4 pm on Saturday, March 31st

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IMG_3538Welcome to 48 Chimney Hill Way

Located in the “The Ravines of Cawkers Creek” neighbourhood in the NorthWest Corner of Historic Port Perry. Come on out and visit with us this Saturday and check out this wonderful home.  Open House 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 31st 

3D Virtual Tour

IMG_3537Welcome to one of the Largest Homes in the Ravines of Cawkers Creek neighbourhood. With Just over 2900 Square Feet. this home has more than enough space for the entire family. This Balfour Model is a Queens Gate built home and is 12 years old. This Home has a nice Open and spacious feel to it and features 4 generous bedrooms. The Master has a double walk in Closet and 5 piece en-suite bathroom. The Second bedroom also has a 4-piece en-suite. Both other bedrooms feature large closets, and each have a generous amount of space.  Main Floor Features and Open Concept Family Overlooking the Large Kitchen and separate breakfast area. The Main Floor also features a huge Living Room and Formal Dining Room. There is also an attractive 3-Sided Gas Fireplaces that provides a unique divide between the Living Room & Family Room. 2 Story Grand entrance & Circular Stair Case Leading up to Bonus Media Room with W/O to Deck on 2nd Level.

 

Other Features Include:

  • Large 2 Tier Deck in Back Yard
  • Southern Exposure on Back Yard
  • 2 Car Garage with Direct Access to Home,
  • Unspoiled Basement

 

CONTACT

SCOTT ROY Sales Representative

RE/MAX JAZZ Inc. Brokerage

21 Drew Street, Oshawa Ontario L1H 4Z7

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

 

 

 

Sensational Port Perry Home For Sale With 4+1 Bedrooms and In-Law Suite

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coulter-19Sensational Port Perry Home for Sale – This Massive 3400 Square Foot Home Has an Additional 1500+ Square Foot In-law Suite / Apartment in the Basement. Bringing the Total Living Space in this home to just over 5200 Square Feet. Not to mention the massive 1/2 acre in town lot situates this home close to everything and within walking

Don’t Miss this Opportunity and be sure to check out the stunning Doll House 3D Virtual Tour

Choose to Keep all 5200 square feet for yourself or share and accommodate additional family members in their own self contained space. The In-Law Suite has large above grade windows making the space bright and welcoming. There are 2 Staircases leading to basement level providing access for yourself and a separate private entrance if IMG_1672needed. Very easy to convert for a completely separate 1 Bedroom Apartment

Main Floor is an entertainers paradise with large open concept Kitchen, Dining Room and Great Room all of which overlook the oasis like back yard with Sprawling Deck, Hot tub and Inground Pool

Principal rooms on 2nd level are all very generous and its also where you will find the spacious laundry room. Master Bedroom features large walk in closet, cozy gas fireplace W/O to private deck and Large 4 Piece Master En-suite

Walk Through Virtual Tour 

 

 

Listed at $1.375,000 – Features 4+1 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, Inground Pool, Hot Tub, 1500+ Square Foot In Law Suite

For additional Information please contact me Directly at:

SCOTT ROY Sales Representative

REMAX JAZZ Inc. Brokerage

21 Drew Street, Oshawa ON 

(905) 728-1600 or Direct at (905) 435-7355 

scott@lifeindurham.com

 

 

Oshawa Open House Today – Saturday, Feb. 10th from 2-4 p.m.

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Join us today at 1086 Snowberry Street in Oshawa From 2-4 p.m.

Check out and Drop by this tastefully decorated and renovated home on a quite street close to many amenities. Home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Finished Basement, Updated and fully Renovated Kitchen and 2nd Floor Bathroom, Stunning New Hardwood Staircase and Wrought Iron Railings. Click on the Link Below to See the 3D Virtual Tour of This lovely home.

3D Virtual Tour

 

For Additional Information Please contact me directly:

 

SCOTT ROY Sales Representative 

RE/MAX JAZZ Inc Brokerage

21 Drew Street, Oshawa, ON

(905) 728-1600 or (905) 435-7355 Direct

scott@lifeindurham.com

New Qualification Rules for Mortgages

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We met with mobile mortgage specialists from RBC this week to discuss how the recentconventional-versus-high-ratio-mortgage rule changes are affecting home buyers. Its not overly complex but the changes do have a significant impact on both buyers and the potentially the real estate market.

Lets run through a possible purchase scenario 

  • Buyer Client is a first time home buyer
  • They saved 5% for the down payment
  • $100,000 combined income
  • $800 a month for Loans, Car Payment, VISA Balance etc.

Subject Property they would like to purchase

  • Purchase Price $475,000
  • Property Taxes $5,000 / year
  • Heating and or other Expenses $1,200

 

2017 Qualification Rates for a 5 year fixed term – 3.19% 

  • Purchase Price $475,000
  • Purchase 5% Down Payment
  • 25 Year Amortization
  • Estimated Monthly Payment $2,221

** Total Debt Service Ratio =42%  equals mortgage APPROVAL  ** 

2018 Qualification Rates for a 5 year fixed term – 5.14% 

  • Purchase Price $475,000
  • Purchase 5% Down Payment
  • 25 Year Amortization
  • Estimated Monthly Payment $2,712

** Total Debt Service Ratio =48%  equals mortgage DECLINED  ** 

ADJUSTED QUALIFICATION *** 2018 Qualification Rates for a 5 year fixed term – 5.14% 

  • Purchase Price $400,000
  • Purchase 5% Down Payment
  • 25 Year Amortization
  • Estimated Monthly Payment $2,299

** Total Debt Service Ratio =43%  equals mortgage APPROVAL  **

Now more than ever it is so important to align yourself with and partner with industry professionals to help navigate you through all of your real estate options and the process of searching for and purchasing your new home. You may qualify for more than you think., You may have to adjust your search criteria, either way knowledge is truly a power full tool and a tremendous advantage in this current market place

Would like to thank Marlene Jobb, Ethan Jobb & Alexandra Jobb for presenting and  assembling the above numbers and scenarios. 

  • Marlene Jobb @ (905) 432-4310 marlene.jobb@RBC.com
  • Ethan Jobb @ (289) 927-3720 ethan.jobb@RBC.com
  • Alexandra Jobb @ (905) 995-2126 alexandra.jobb@RBC.com

Thank you

 

SCOTT ROY, Sales Representative

RE/MAX JAZZ Inc. Brokerage, 21 Drew Street, Oshawa ON

(905) 728-1600 Office or (905) 435-7355 Direct – scott@lifeindurham.com

 

Great Family Home For Sale in Port Perry

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Welcome to 33 Winchurch Drive Port Perry

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Open Concept Kitchen & Breakfast Area

Wonderful 3 Bedroom and 3 Bathroom home.

2 Storey Link Style Home Located in a Family Friendly Neighbourhood in Port Perry. This Home is situated within walking distance to Schools, Walking Trails, Parks & Shopping.

Main Floor features a convenient & open layout  with a Combined Living and Dining Room featuring a 3 Sided Gas Fireplace. The Combined  Kitchen and Breakfast area Bright and maintain an Open Concept as well. Breakfast area features a walk out to the Deck Overlooking the backyard. The Main floor also features a so an easily accessible powder Room and Direct Garage access as you enter the home.

The 3 Bedrooms on the Upper Level are complimented with a large 4 Piece Main Bathroom and a spacious 4 Piece Master en-suite. The Generous master Bedroom has a walk in closet, 4 piece en-suite and a view overlooking the back yard.

The Basement is Finished and Features a Walk Out to the Back yard and is where most of the mechanical components  are located (Furnace Hot Water Tank etc.) and laundry.

Additional Features Include:

  • Double Wide Paved Driveway
  • Custom Built Garden Shed
  • Front Porch
  • New Deck Boards and Railing
  • Custom build master bedroom closet
  • Custom tiled Backsplash
Open Concept Kitchen & Breakfast Area