392 Rosebank Rd. S. - Just Listed - South Pickering Bungalow for Sale

** JUST LISTED **

Prime South Pickering Location.  Ranch Bungalow on Corner Lot w/Fenced Yard and Pond.  3+1 Bdrm Family Home.  Finished Basement, Hardwood, Gas Fireplace and more.  Updated Kitchen and Bathroom.

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Pre-inspection Report Available Upon Request.

Minutes to GO Station and LAKE !

50 x 151 Ft Lot.

$499,900

5050 William St., Claremont - NEW LISTING - Pure Luxury $1,250,000

SPECTACULAR 7 BRDM ESTATE HOME IN CLAREMONT

Luxury At It's Finest !! This Custom Built 2 Family Home On .91 Of An Acre Features A Ravine Lot, A Stream And Over 6,000 Sq. Ft. Of Absolute Glory ! Hardwood Floors, Huge Deck, Scarlett O'hara Staircase, 7 Bdrms, 7 Bathrooms, 3 Kitchens, Pocket Doors, Sunken Living Room, Separate Living Space For Nanny, Inlaws, Etc. Granite Counters, 2 W/B Fireplaces, 3 W/O's Parking For 10 Cars. An Absolute Showstopper ! Too Many Features To List. A Must See !!!!!

Extras:3 Stoves (1 Gas/2 Electric), 3 Fridges, 2 B/I D/W, 2 Washers, 2 Dryers, Pool Table, Tanning Bed, Ride On Lawnmover, 2 A/C, 2 Hi Eff Gas Furnaces, All Electrical Light Fixtures, All Window Coverings.

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1875 Malden Crescent, Pickering - SOLD OVER ASKING !!!!

Thrilled to have been able to get my Sellers the highest price on their street !!! The market is smokin' hot !!  Thinking of selling your home, NOW is the time. Should you need a complimentary Home Evaluation, contact a local full-time Realtor in your area and get your home on the market !  

This home showed pride of ownership and the SOLD PRICE reflected that. Bidding wars are a thing now.  Make sure you are pre-approved when going out to find that perfect home.   Multiple Offer Presentations usually end up going to the agent that has pre-approved clients and them with them at the home. Congrats to all involved in this sale and thank you for your business.  ALWAYS APPRECIATE REFERRALS.  

1875 Malden Crescent, Pickering Home For Sale - $549,900

Relax in your backyard with a two tiered deck ...

3+1 Bedroom Sidesplit with all the finishes.  Hardwood floors, New Windows, Furnace, A/C, GDO, Renovated Kitchen and Bathrooms

Located in Family Friendly Glendale of Pickering.  Close to transit, schools, parks, shopping and more.

Renovated Kitchen with walk-out to upper deck with new Stainless Steel Appliances and Counter top.  No Disappointments here.

80 Knockbolt Crescent - SOLD FIRM - 100% OF ASKING PRICE

SOLD FIRM FOR 100% OF ASKING PRICE

80 Knockbolt Crescent, Scarborough, Ontario

Well maintained 4 Bdrm Backsplit in Prime Agincourt Location !  Huge Family Room with Fireplace, Master Bdrm with 2 Pc Ensuite, Eat In Kitchen, Perfect for the growing Family.  For a private viewing, call Michelle Makos at Royal Heritage Realty 905-831-2222.

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SOLD FOR 120% OF ASKING PRICE - MULTIPLE OFFERS

Here is an interesting one.   December 2014 I sold this property for $499K firm and the deal fell through on closing due to buyer not obtaining financing.  Re-listed the home in the same condition for the same price and held offers for 5 days.   Received multiple offers and ended up selling for $600K firm.   Sellers were ecstatic to say the least.   Market is unreal right now due to lack of listings and so many buyers out there looking.   If you are thinking on selling your home, do it now.  

If you would like a free home evaluation for your property, please don't hesitate to contact Michelle Makos at 905-831-2222 or 416-300-3004.

The market is smoking hot !

1975 Guild Road, Pickering - JUST LISTED !

Are you looking for Top of the Line finishes with State of the Art design.  This 4 Bdrm Beauty is ready to move right in.  Built in Hot Tub, Custom Deck, Chef's Gourmet Kitchen, Stainless Steel Upgraded Appliances including Gas Stove, Under cabinet lighting, Granite, Gleaming Hardwood, Breakfast Bar and Walk out to a spectacular Backyard and Privacy.... Thousands spent on landscaping.  Designer Decor.  8 ft. doors, 10' and 11' vaulted ceilings, potlights galore, California Style Design, this one has it all ... WOW FACTOR ... for private showing, contact Michelle Makos at Royal Heritage Realty.  You won't want to miss this one...

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6 Columbus Rd W. - Beautiful Victorian Home w/Side Apt.

Perfect for additional income or extended family.  This home is full of charisma. Hardwood floors, 1/2 acre lot on the four corners of Columbus.  Crown Molding, Inground Swimming Pool.  2 Fridges, 2 Stoves, 2 D/W., Washer and Dryer, Pocket Doors, 3 Fireplaces and more.  A Must See !!!

$699,900

For a private showing or more information, please call Michelle Makos at Royal Heritage Realty Ltd at 416-300-3004

COMING SOON - Custom Built Showstopper in Pickering

HOT NEW LISTING - PICKERING BEAUTY

10 Ft.Main Flr, with 11 ft. second floor w/Vaulted Ceilings, 9Ft Bsmt, 8 Ft. Custom Doors And Rounded Calf Style Walls. Custom Designed Chef's Kitchen W/Island Over Looks Grand Family Rm.Custom Designed Deck W/Built In Hot Tub Surrounded By Natural River Rock. Premium Lot With Usable Depth 220' Custom Intercom Sys.( Video,Speakers,No Key Access).Custom Alarm Sys Monitoring With Glass Break And Motion Detector,  Top of the line appliances, granite, potlights, tres chic !   Too many upgrades to list.   For private showing or sneak peek, contact Michelle Makos for more information !   416-300-3004

A REAL SHOWSTOPPER !

January 2015 - Housing Market - Sales Up, Interest Rates Low, Inventory Low

2014 Sales up 6.7%
Interest Rates Low
Supply and Demand

With low gas prices, will you be saving more money and investing in real estate? To me, real estate is and always will be your best investment.  

Whether a first time buyer or an investor, prices are continuing to rise and the market is strong.

I look back to what I paid for my first home and what it is worth in today's market and think, "Hmmmm, instead of spending money on some of the stocks I bought, I would have been better to buy an income property and let the rent pay for it."  That would be great for retirement.  It is just something to think about.

Real Estate will always be a great investment in my mind and not because I sell it but because I believe it... and the numbers speak for themselves.

Young people with savings who live at home, should also consider buying a small property and renting it out and invest in their future.

It is win/win.  

So if you are considering selling your home, the market is strong and prices are high.  Spring market starts NOW !   

If you are looking to move up, I recommend finding a good local agent, list your home first so you have more negotiating power when you buy.. remember the market is busy and the stronger your offer is, the better chance you have of winning.

With that being said, enjoy the information video courtesy of TREB and I hope if you need any real estate advice in the future, you will contact a full time Realtor who you can trust and work with, to maximize your equity and service all your needs.

Happy Buying & Selling !
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Open Houses - Do they sell your home?

Open Houses ~ Do you think they sell your home or do you think Realtors use

them to find clients?

I may be stepping on some toes here but I, personally do NOT think doing Open Houses sell your home.   Not that I won't do them if a client wants them but I can think of many reason why they are a waste.

The majority of people coming into Open Houses ~ don't even know the price of the home walking in it.  The agent is trying to get a name and phone number/email to protect the privacy of the Seller and really, do we even know if they have a job?   What about security issues?  What about an agent in busy open house - can they properly monitor who and what is going on?  I have to wonder.

Open Houses are a personal preference.   Some people think agents should earn their money and sitting in their home for two hours on a weekend is showing you are working... but I personally could spend two hours being way more productive marketing your home online and locally than a two hour window of "Lookie Lou's".

I have seen many people walk up the driveway at Open Houses and they are either just running errands and nosy or they live on the street and want to compare what your home has with theirs... but honestly, in my personal opinion, the best showings are from agents that bring their clients through.  They have pre-approved them in most cases, given them the information from your listing and has a working rapport with them.

Opening your doors to strangers to walk in and out of your home to me, is not only dangerous but very rarely do homes sell from Open Houses... and the truth of the matter is, even if they have an agent and the agent sees there is an Open House, they will tell their client to pop in.  That is fine but even if they like it, would it not be in the buyer's best interest for THEIR agent to see the property... more often than not, they go back again with their own agent prior to doing up an offer.

So that is my take on Open Houses.   I believe there are all different reasons agents may like them but is it for their own business or for their clients??? 

And let's admit it, how many of us have been driving past a house and see there is an "Open House" and aren't in the market to buy a house but stop .. just because, we like the street or we want to dream or we want to see how it is decorated for ideas... LOL... :)    I can't say I haven't done it too....  

And truly in a market like this one, where inventory is low and listings are selling in days not weeks, are they really beneficial?   If you are considering selling your home in the next few months, remember Spring market starts in February, so list sooner rather than later.   If you would like a free home evaluation or even just a face to face chat about selling (no pressure), feel free to call me at 416-300-3004 (direct) or email me at michelle.makos@rogers.com and I would be happy to speak to you further.

Have an awesome weekend everyone and enjoy the 2015 Housing Market, it is going to be a good one... I can tell.    Cheers !