Shake Those Winter Blues

Feeling the winter blahs yet?

Although technically the days are starting to get longer, here in Durham we are in definite need of some sunshiny days. With hydro bills soaring and temperatures falling, everyone is in need of some relief from the winter blues. Here are some ways to help you get out of that mid-winter funk:

Perfect Starter Home In North Oshawa On Massive Lot And Quiet Court

The 196 foot deep lot features absolute privacy and no neighbours behind. This 3 bedroom backsplit has been freshly painted throughout and has brand new flooring on the lower level and 2 bathrooms. Parking enough for 6 cars! The open concept layout is perfect for entertaining and the kitchen has a walk-out to the patio. Large above grade windows in the basement. Close to great schools, shopping, and transit.

Beautiful 3 Bed 3 Bath Freehold Townhome in Desirable Whitby

This freehold townhome has a spacious layout with many updates and upgrades. New broadloom (2015). Newer windows. Furnace (2013). Bathroom tile (2010). Kitchen backsplash (2013). Shingles (2010). The large master bedroom has a 4 pc ensuite and large walk-in closet. Eat-in kitchen with walk-out to deck. Fully-fenced and secluded back yard with pond. Great neighbourhood close to schools, shopping, parks, and community centre.

Stunning Whitby Home on a Gorgeous Private Ravine

Backing onto Lynde Creek, the gorgeous ravine lot is surrounded with large mature trees ensuring the utmost in privacy. As for the home itself, Woodman’s attention to detail is evident. The exterior is a marvelous combination of angel stone brick and hand crafted stone. Visitors are greeted with a beautiful interlocking driveway and walkway as well as a full size 3 bay garage. The entrance way is grand and welcoming. The main level was designed with family and guest entertaining in mind. The fabulous open concept layout provides the perfect flow with all avenues leading to arguably the crown jewel of the home, the kitchen.

Gorgeous 2 Bedroom Condo Steps From The Lake in Ajax

Gorgeous 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Condo in Ajax for $259,900.  Bright and spacious open concept design is perfect for entertaining. Enjoy lake breezes from your private terrace. Master with ensuite as well as ensuite laundry. Walking/biking trails meander along this unspoiled waterfront. Many fabulous amenities such as pool, sauna, and tennis court. Includes 2 parking spaces!

A New Vision For Whitby

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Whitby’s long awaited plan to revitalize its downtown core has taken one step closer to becoming a reality. Over the next few years, plans are in place to make over Whitby’s downtown district and give it a new identity.

Durham Region Foodies Rejoice

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What’s better than two days of Food Truck Frenzy in Whitby? How about three days? Yes the Rotary Club of Whitby has announced that this year’s Food Truck Frenzy, which takes place from May 13^th to the 15^th, will have an extra day added as well as longer hours and more variety of trucks.

5 Quick To Do’s For Your Home This Spring

 

That trickling sound you hear outside in your downspouts is the sound of Spring. The temperatures are on the rise and the last piles of snow are gradually melting away. Soon the robins will arrive, worms in beak, and we will have the chance to look back and honestly say, “It wasn’t such a bad winter after all was it?” Now comes the task of surveying Old Man Winter’s damage and getting our homes ready for some glorious sunshine. Here are some tips that will help your home recover from winter:

What Comes First, Buying or Selling Your Home?

It can be said that this is the chicken and egg question of the real estate world. If you already own a home and are planning to move to a new one then you will get stuck on the same question. Should you buy a house first and then sell your house or should you sell your house first and then buy one? Ideally, you would be buying and selling them at the same time, but that maybe harder than it sounds. It can take months to buy or sell a home which puts people in a predicament.

There is no single answer to the question which will be right for everyone; the right answer depends totally on the market and your own personal situation.  Below are a few tips that hopefully help you at least get you started with your decision.

Make college more affordable by buying your kids a house?

Few things in this world make parents more proud than the ‘acceptance letter’. After some ups and downs through high school, cramming, guidance counselor visits, and writing application after application, one day it arrives. Upon realizing that your little girl/boy has just taken a major step in their lives, tears of pride and joy are bound to start flowing. However, unless little Einstein managed to also secure a full scholarship, the tears of joy quickly turn to the dreaded “how are we going to pay for this”? Thankfully, there may be an answer.