Stunning - 4 bedroom Bedroom Detached - Quiet Court Location.

Click here for photos and details

Located in its own private quiet Cul-de-Sac in Trelawny Estates.  Excellent top to bottom, inside & out renovation. Between 2009 and 2010 some of the replacements and renovations include a new Furnace, CAC and all windows. All Flooring throughout the house was upgraded to Walnut hardwood, berber carpeting, and tasteful ceramics. Stunning brand new kitchen. All cabinetry replaced, all appliances upgraded to top of the line models – including a Jenn-air fridge & Jenn-air gas stove. Quartz Caesarstone counters, apron sink, built in desk/shelving – an absolute entertainers kitchen with room to spare. All 5 bathrooms were completely redone. The upper bath is stunning spa like design with a glass shower, and a modern jacuzzi tub. The basement bathroom contains a glass steam shower. Media 2.0 throughout the entire home: Surround sound (family room & basement home theatre + Exterior speakers). Built-in cabinetry in family room. All lighting including pot lights and all window coverings and blinds are new. Between 2012-2014 an extensive exterior renovation took shape: Front landscaping, interlocking, new driveway, new lighted curbs and front steps. The pool landscaping and surround, pool liner, and an upgraded saltwater system including a new pump. The storage shed, and back fence back were also updated in 2013-14. Further improvements include a new roof cover in 2008 (previous owner). Alarm System, Gas Fireplace, gas bbq inlet, CVAC floor inlet. This home is a completely Turn Key ‘done to live in’ renovation done right. Asking $749,800

Gorgeous family home in sought after Churchill Meadows.

Click here for photos and details

Gorgeous, quality built and modern, family home in sought after Churchill Meadows. This homes boasts a large sunken foyer, open concept main level with hardwood Floors. Nine foot ceilings, upgrade kitchen with stainless appliances. Large master bedroom has a walk-in closet and full en-suite. Spacious secondary bedrooms with large closets. Two full washrooms upstairs and a powder room on main level. Professionally finished basement includes enclosed rough – in bath. Utility and laundry room includes further storage area. Landscaped with interlocking patio, mezzanine and shelving in garage. Less than 100 meters to jungle gym & park. Close to highways, Erin Mills Town Centre shopping mall, Credit Valley Hospital, several schools and transit nearby. Public O/H Saturday May 10,  2p.m. - 4 p.m.  Asking $514,800   www.3884skyview.com SOLD

Allow offers immediately or hold back offers? Pick your poison.

Ok not life or death but an issue that is quite perplexing and seems to get people's goads. 

Scenario A:

Back in February I had a gorgeous home listed for sale. The sellers knew their home was exceptional and decided to hedge the market and place their home at a price point never achieved in the area. Seeing that the price was quite high, we made a decision to leave offers open – anytime.  The house was listed Wednesday and was sold by Friday. There was no real way to know at which dollar value the home would have taken longer to sell. 

On Saturday I received a call from an agent perturbed that I had not held back offers because her clients were not able to see the property and would have certainly offered if they had. I explained that the price was 5 percent higher than the last sale and I did not think it would sell in 2 days. There were 8 showings and we only received one written offer and one verbal, so we were not underpriced. Perhaps the right buyer and the right place at the right time?

Scenario B:

In April I listed a property in a neighbourhood, which seemed to be showing a surge. I had done an analysis for them this past autumn (2013) and since that time prices were definitely trending upwards. The house was prepared for sale to show its best. (staging, painted, repaired, cleaned up and professional photographed.) It certainly looked good (if I don’t say so myself). Seeing that prices were trending upwards, we decided to hold back offers for 5 days.

I got a call from two agents who were not too impressed with our strategy. One agent said he would not show the property, as his people didn’t appreciate the attempt to spurn multiple offers. The property did indeed receive competing offers, but only 2 and at asking price not above.

Silliness:

I have heard agents and buyers say that if a Seller and their Agent holds back offers and the property does not sell that it will be stigmatized. (The sellers pegged as greedy). In my opinion having a punitive attitude is unprofessional for agents and illogical for buyers; you can’t have your cake and eat it too.

This seems to really be a damned if you do, damned if you don’t scenario.

I prepare my buyer clients up front to understand that there are two perspectives here:  If the sellers do not hold back offers it my be sold before they see it, and if they do hold back offers there may be a multiple offer.  This is just a reality of the market.

Myself – I welcome holding back offers. I will take that over never getting a chance to show the property.

Opinions appreciated!

David

Prestigious Park Mansion Spacious 1+1 Condo Apartment

Click Here for Virtual Tour

Prestigious Park Mansion, remains one of the best condos in Mississauga. Excellent price per sqft, for maintenance fees (includes HD cable). Meticulously maintained common elements. SkyClub Facilities which include a gorgeous pool and jacuzzi, saunas, squash, exercise rooms, and the Skyclub party and billiards room; one of the nicest party rooms in the city of Mississauga. Situated on its own private street, it also boasts large private grounds that abut the Cookville Creek.

The concierge security is second to none. Two high-pressure car wash bays are found in the underground garage. The BBQ boasts 3 high-end Weber BBQs. Community spirit abounds. The theatre room shows a feature film weekly and dance or exercise classes held in the Skyclub, are a few of the activities held within the building.

Suite 1803 is a SW-NW facing Upper Floor unit, which overlooks the ravine. Amazing sunsets over the Niagara Escarpment! A Spacious 864sqft and updated & clean. The kitchen & bathrooms were updated in 2014. The dining room is often used as bedroom or an office. Crown molding, French doors, and a large balcony round out this excellent condo apartment.  Asking $272,800 SOLD

Perfect Starter North West Brampton

Click here for Tour

Situated on a quiet crescent. Boasts three spacious bedrooms. Especially the master bedroom, and its large walk-in closet. The main level is an open concept layout. The large kitchen overlooks the dining & living room.  Plenty of cupboard and counter space is found in this kitchen. The home is freshly painted and boasts newer ‘quality’ Torlys laminate floors on the main level. The basement was professionally finished and has a sizeable laundry/utility room, a generous recreation area, and a separate room for exercise and play. Note the roughed in 4 piece bathroom. There is room for 2 cars side by side on the driveway. Located steps to the amazing Cassie Campbell Recreation Centre, A strip mall with a large supermarket, and for transportation the 25 Bus to Queen Street bus hub is only steps away on Edenbrook, a short drive to GO Transit. Walking distance from several schools. Listing Price $374,800.00

TREB Market Watch - February 2014

Luxurious Townhome in South Applewood Heights

Stunning - Spacious and Bright Townhouse in South Applewood Heights

Click for Tour

SOLD This modern model unit is 1764 sq. ft. and is located in the north-west corner of our complex. It has been professionally painted, has a new 168 sq. ft. deck off of the kitchen, pot lights on the first two floors of the home, a stone veneer wall, 2 wood columns, gas BBQ hook-up, central air conditioning, garage door opener, a professionally finished custom master closet, Caesarstone quartz countertops throughout, 2 oak staircases with iron pickets, Berber carpets in bedrooms and den, seamless glass shower in master en-suite, a fully upgraded kitchen with a modern subway tile backsplash, upgraded cabinetry and pantry, and state of the art GE Café series appliances. In the kitchen, you will also find a 6'2" by 3'2" island with under mount sink and upgraded faucet. The unit has had its ducts cleaned and has had a previous home inspection completed in 2009.  www.3038haines.com SOLD

Stunning Townhouse Amazing Location!

Thanks for visiting. This property will be on Realtor.ca very soon. Please come back for the full tour.