Durham Region For Sale By Owner Private Real Estate Sales

Recently we posted to our blog about measuring FSBO Statistics. Our claim, which can be substantiated, stated that 25% of residential real estate sold in Canada is by private sale.

A blogger commented on this post by saying 'Statistics are hard to measure in the for sale by owner marketplace...........'. This raises an interesting question.

How does the real estate industry claim that 90% of FSBO's end up listing with a broker? Another real estate agent in his blog on Activerain.com stated that realtor's can get 26% more for a property.

There is no question. The real estate industry is running scared. Technology is taking the control of selling real estate out of their hands. As much as they try to discourage owners from selling privately, it is the way of the future.

How do you calculate how many private sales were transacted? Simple. Subtract the number of sales as submitted by the Canadian Real Esate Association (CREA) from the number of transactions registered at the land registry office.

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This Oshawa Open House is located in a great area of the northwest part of the city. It is in easy walking distance to schools, churches and a convenience store. The raised bungalow was built by Herman Kassinger in the highly desirable Rose Garden subdivision.

On the main floor you will find 3 spacious bedrooms, living room, 4 piece bathroom and eat-in kitchen with a walkout to a deck. The basement is finished into a bedroom, 3 piece bathroom, laundry room and large rec room that features a fireplace. Large windows in the basement provide lots of light. There is also an entrance from the attached garage into the home.

In 2007 the roof was replaced as well as front and side doors and 5 windows including the living room bay window. Also featured is central air conditioning and central vac.   

634 Crimson Crescent, Oshawa

Open House - Saturday, September 27 & Sunday, September 28 -- Noon to 5pm

Directions to this Oshawa FSBO home.    

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This Courtice Open House is located in a great family area. It is on a dead end street, so it is a great place for kids to play. Schools, shopping and Highway 401 are minutes away.

There are 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The master has a walk-in closet and a 3 piece ensuite bath room with a shower. There is room for family meals in the eat-in kitchen that features oak cabinets, a pantry, garbarator and built-in dishwasher. You can walkout from the dining room to the deck in the fenced yard with beautiful gardens. There is a 2 piece powder room and entrance from the attached garage.

The basement has been finished with an office and separate laundry room. Other features of this private sale home are central air conditioning, central vac, fan in master bedroom and electric garage door opener. The roof was replaced in 2006.

21 Kennedy Drive, Courtice

Open House - Sunday, September 28 -- 2 to 4pm

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Directions to this Courtice Private Sale.

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You need to maintain your clothes dryer to prevent a fire if you use fabric softener sheets. This is an easy task that everyone do.

As a test, pull out the lint filter. Run some water through it. If the water pools, the filter will require a cleaning to function properly.

Fabric softener sheets leave a residue. The build up over time prevents the proper venting of the moisture and heat. This can lead to the possibility of a fire.

Using a scrub brush, wash the filter in soapy water. This should be done every 6 months. Following the cleaning, run some water to see how freely the screen works now.

By performing this task, you will also eliminate the premature failure of the heating element. Also remove all lint before each load.

Check out our Durham Region Real Estate website for private sales.

Thanks to Ruthmarie Hicks for her comment on our post on Activerain regarding safety when showing a home. She said:

This is a good list. Not just for FSBO's but for everyone. Safety first. I make sure I have everyone's information before I let them into a home. Stairs are important too. I make sure buyers go down the stairs FIRST. After all, I don't want to get PUSHED down the stairs.

She brings up a good point of allowing the buyer to go down the stairs first. As a private seller, you should practice this rule. Real estate agents should beware as well. In both scenarios you can take this time to shut off the remaining lights.

Check out our Durham Region Real Estate website for private sellers. 

Oshawa open houses are advertised on our Durham Region private real estate website.

634 Crimson Crescent, Oshawa

Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21 - Noon to 5pm

Directions to this Private Sale.

This Oshawa for sale by owner house is located in a great area of the northwest part of the city. It is in easy walking distance to schools, churches and a convenience store. The raised bungalow was built by Herman Kassinger in the highly desirable Rose Garden subdivision.

On the main floor you will find 3 spacious bedrooms, living room, 4 piece bathroom and eat-in kitchen with a walkout to a deck.

The basement is finished into a bedroom, 3 piece bathroom, laundry room and large rec room that features a fireplace. Large windows in the basement provide lots of light. There is also an entrance from the attached garage into the home.

The home is heated by gas but still has the electric baseboards connected. The handyman has 200 amp electric service to run their tools. In 2007 the roof was replaced as well as front and side doors and 5 windows including the living room bay window. Also featured is central air conditioning and central vac. Expecting a crowd for a get-together? There is lots of room on the patio in the fenced yard. The retaining wall at the front of the house was replaced recently. You can park 3 vehicles in the driveway. Property taxes are approximately $3,850 per year.

See photos and details of this Oshawa For Sale By Owner home.    

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Whitby Homes For Sale By Owner are advertised on HomesByOwner.com

This Whitby private sale home is only 5 years old and consists of 2100 square feet. It has been professionally finished from top-to-bottom, so there is nothing to do. You are minutes from schools and shopping.

Lots of room for family meals in the eat-in kitchen. If you are just having a snack, enjoy the breakfast bar. Walkout to the patio in the fenced yard where you have lots of room for a pool. The spacious family room has a gas fireplace where you can relax and watch a movie. Also on the main floor are a 2 piece powder room, living room and dining room. You have the convenience of an entrance into the house from the double car garage. Notice the sparkling hardwood flooring that covers the main floor. There is easy to maintain ceramic tiles in all bathrooms, kitchen and foyer.

Upstairs are 4 spacious bedrooms, a media area and 4 piece bathroom. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet and 4 piece ensuite bathroom that features a separate shower and Roman soaking tub. The laundry room with lots of cupboards and storage is conveniently located on this floor.

The basement has been professionally finished into a recroom and 3 piece bathroom with a shower. There is also a storage room here. An area of the basement could easily be converted into a 5^th bedroom. The home is heated by gas and has central air conditioning. You have parking for 4 vehicles in the driveway. The lot size is 35 by 120 feet.

See photos and details of this Whitby For Sale By Owner home.

Directions to this Private Sale.

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Plan to attend For Sale By Owner Oshawa Open Houses this weekend.

1304 Belair Crescent, Oshawa

Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21 - 2 to 4pm

Directions to this Private Real Estate sale open house.

This Oshawa For Sale By Owner home is located in a prime area of the northeast part of the city. Pride of ownership certainly shows in this bungalow. The owner has updated it from top-to-bottom. There is nothing more to do.

You will find 3 spacious bedrooms on the main floor as well as a bright and cozy updated kitchen. The basement has been finished into a rec room with a wet bar, 4^th bedroom, laundry room, bathroom and workroom.

Entertain your friends on the large L-shaped deck overlooking the fully fenced, landscaped backyard. Features are air conditioning and a 9 by 10 foot shed in the backyard. The lot size is 40 by 145 feet. Shopping malls are a 2 minute drive. Eastdale Collegiate and public schools are within walking distance.

Plan to attend this and other Oshawa Open Houses this weekend.

Recycling has become a daily practice. Everyone is using their green and blue boxes to eliminate waste going to landfills. But saving our planet goes beyond this.

In September 2007 a company opened in Whitby called envirosponsible. They provide the opportunity for individuals to dispose of items rather than taking them to the dump. These include building materials, windows, metals, kitchen cabinets, etc.

Also for sale are rain barrels and composters. You might also find some antique doors and decorative building materials from the past. Check out the drain water heat recovery kits. You can save on your heating costs.

Before you dispose of or buy and building materials, check out envirosponsible. You can help the earth and save money as well.

Check out the inventory at envirosponsible.

Selling your home? Have a look at our Durham Region Real Estate website for private sales.