Archived blog posts for : 2015

Open House. Open House on Saturday, March 21, 2015 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Darin Germyn

Posted in: Guildford, North Surrey Real Estate

Property Photo: 10 9926 151ST ST in Surrey

Please visit our Open House at 10 9926 151ST ST in Surrey.

Open House on Saturday, March 21, 2015 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

OPEN 1-3PM, SAT MARCH 21. Imagine finding a renovated townhome so close to everything important. The lifestyle of walking to the movies, grocery store, your favourite dinner spot and Guildford mall. The 3 bedroom 3 bath townhome is 90% renovated and needs a touch of paint to finish the job. Complete with new laminate throughout, moldings, kitchen upgrades and more. 2 parking spots, 1 being the large attached garage. This home has an enourmous private patio with garden and a patio off the master bedroom to enjoy the evening sunsets. Other features include an oversized laundry room, gas fireplace, full ensuite off the master and more. 2 cats, 2 dogs, or 1 of each, no size or breed restrictions.

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New property listed in Guildford, North Surrey

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Darin Germyn

Posted in: Guildford, North Surrey Real Estate

I have listed a new property at 10 9926 151ST ST in Surrey.

See details here

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Avoiding moisture problems in the home

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Darin Germyn

Posted in: Avoiding moisture problems in the home , Darin germyn , macdonald realty

A leaky home in the Fraser Valley

In the Fraser Valley, it is wet! There are many hidden sources of moisture in your home that can lead to serious problems, such as mould. To keep moisture levels in check, consider these tips:

Bathrooms are an obvious source of moisture build-up. Contractor and TV personality Mike Holmes recommends keeping the fan going for at least a half hour after a shower.
Check regularly for water infiltration around window and door sills, as well as other intakes into the home, such as dryer vents and cable wiring.
Determine the humidity level in your home. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, it should be 30-60%. (Keep in mind that humidity may vary greatly from room to room.)
Regularly inspect caulking around sinks, tubs and showers. Even a tiny break can cause water to leak gradually into the wall or floor, causing damage you may not notice for months.
Clean up wet spills as soon as possible. On hardwood floors especially, water can seep through and become trapped.
Repair leaking faucets, toilets and pipes immediately. A drip can quickly become a shower.

Being mindful of moisture today can help you avoid potentially high repair bills later on.

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Until next time

Darin Germyn

Proudly serving White Rock, Cloverdale, Langley, North Delta and Surrey.

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How Much of a New Home Can You Afford?

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Darin Germyn

Posted in: buy a home , cloverdale , Darin Germyn , How Much of a New Home Can You Afford? , North Delta , South Surrey white Rock , white rock

Buying a new home in White Rock? How much can you afford?

If you’re thinking of buying a new home in the Fraser Valley, one of the first considerations is price range. You want to know what you can reasonably afford.

How do you figure that out?

First of all, I always recommend you start with an Educated Buyer's Session.

But second of all, you need to determine the initial out-of-pocket costs you will need to cover. There are often more costs associated with purchasing a home than its actual price. You need to take into account such additional expenses as moving costs, legal fees, and a home inspection, not to mention the costs of prepping your current property for sale (if need be).

Experts say you should budget 5-10% above the purchase price for these items. So if you can afford to spend $470K on a new home, you should be shopping in the $425-445K range. A great mortgage caluclator can be found here.

Another factor to consider are the potential proceeds from the sale of your current home. Your REALTOR® can help you determine how much your property will likely sell for in today’s market. Any existing mortgage will need to be subtracted from that amount to determine how much cash will be left.

Of course, you should speak to a mortgage broker or lender who can compute how much of a mortgage you qualify for. Remember, qualifying for a big mortgage doesn’t necessarily mean you should have one. You also need to consider your personal finances and desired lifestyle – and whether or not having a large mortgage is a good idea for you.

Once you have gathered all of your information, you can add any potential sale proceeds to the amount of mortgage you qualify for, add other sources of cash available for this purpose and subtract 5-10% for initial expenses, and you’ll have an idea of the price range you should be considering.

Finally, it’s important to take the time to decide what kind of home you want. Do you want a large backyard with trees? A quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood? Four bedrooms and a finished basement? Once you decide what you want most in a new home, it becomes much easier to find one that’s in your price range.

Until next time, here you help you to either buy or sell a home in White Rock, North Delta, Cloverdale or Surrey,

Darin Germyn

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Open House. Open House on Saturday, March 21, 2015 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

New property listed in Guildford, North Surrey

Avoiding moisture problems in the home

How Much of a New Home Can You Afford?

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