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Mark Douglas Real Estate Services

From Listed To Sold You're Never Alone!

My passion is to provide all my clients with the education and support needed to bring them one step closer to realizing thier dreams of home ownership. I will do this by displaying the type of Patience and Honesty that will let you know that you are truely never alone when working with me.

10/30/2026

Mortgage arrears in the Oshawa area have increased by roughly 33% over the past year but that headline needs some context.

CMHC data shows the actual rate of mortgages 90+ days overdue increased from about 0.24% to 0.32%.

So no, this does not mean 33% of homeowners are behind on their mortgage.

What it does show is that financial pressure is increasing for some households as mortgage renewals, higher borrowing costs, employment uncertainty and softer home values start to add up.

If you’re a Durham homeowner approaching a renewal or considering selling, understanding your equity and options early can give you more flexibility.

Comment HOME VALUE if you want to know what your property could realistically sell for in today’s market.

10/28/2026

The Bank of Canada just raised the overnight rate by 0.25% to 2.50% but that doesn’t automatically mean every mortgage rate just increased by the same amount.

Variable rate borrowers could feel the impact more directly, while fixed mortgage rates are influenced more by bond yields and lender pricing.

For Durham buyers and move up homeowners, the bigger question is whether the purchase price, monthly payment and negotiating opportunity still make sense for your situation.

Comment MY NUMBERS and I’ll help you break down what today’s rate increase could mean for your budget.

10/22/2026

🚨 STOP PAYING CONDO FEES WHEN YOU COULD HAVE THIS FOR UNDER $700K! 🏡🔥

4 bedrooms, a finished basement, your OWN swimming pool, and no condo fees… all in Whitby! 👀

📍 938 Harding Street, Whitby
💰 Asking $699,900

✅ 4 bedrooms upstairs
✅ Modern kitchen with quartz waterfall island
✅ Finished basement
✅ Private backyard with swimming pool 🏊‍♂️
✅ Freehold ownership NO condo fees!

If you’re a first-time buyer or tired of outgrowing your condo, this might be the upgrade you’ve been waiting for!

🏠 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 | 2–4 PM

📲 Can’t make it? Comment “WHITBY” and I’ll send you the details or help arrange a private showing!

10/21/2026

A DETACHED HOME IN DURHAM FOR $580K?!

Think owning a detached home is out of reach? This 3 bedroom home in Courtice might have you thinking twice!

💰 Purchase Price: $580,000
🏦 Minimum Down Payment: $37,000
🔑 Estimated Closing Costs: $8,500
💵 Estimated Monthly Mortgage: $3,075
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suggested Household Income: $130K–$140K

And you’re only about an hour from Toronto!

You might be closer to owning a detached home than you think.

📩 Comment “COURTICE” or send me a DM and I’ll put together a personalized affordability breakdown based on YOUR financial situation, including down payment, closing costs, and monthly payments.

Estimates based on illustrative financing assumptions. Actual costs and mortgage qualification may vary.

10/15/2026

🏡 WHAT IF YOU CAN GET A BUNGALOFT WITH YOUR PERSONAL TOUCH… AND A POTENTIAL HST REBATE? 👀

Imagine moving into a brand-new detached BUNGALOFT where YOU get to choose the finishes, instead of paying to renovate someone else’s choices!

📍 9 Holland Street | Port Hope
💰 Offered at $849,050

This stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom bungaloft by Mason Homes is already under construction, with the drywall complete and the opportunity to select your own interior finishes!

✨ Here’s why this home deserves your attention:

✅ Make it yours! Personalize your finishes before moving in, without the lengthy wait of starting a new build from scratch.

✅ Potential HST savings! Eligible buyers purchasing a new home as their primary residence may qualify for Ontario’s enhanced HST rebate. And it’s NOT just for first-time buyers!

✅ Location meets lifestyle! Enjoy living close to Lake Ontario and just minutes from Port Hope Golf & Country Club. ⛳🌊

✅ Designed for everyday comfort! Main-floor primary bedroom and laundry, double-car garage, spacious upper loft and premium finishes already included.

Whether you’re moving up, downsizing or simply looking for something brand-new, this could be your opportunity to create a home that feels like yours from day one.

📩 DM me “PORT HOPE” for available finish selections, floor plans and a personalized breakdown of how the HST rebate could apply to your purchase.

10/08/2026

Durham home sales dropped almost 22% in September more than double the decline across the GTA.

The bigger story? Buyers are pulling back faster than sellers, which means more negotiating power for buyers and more pressure on sellers to price correctly.

Durham isn’t one market, and the GTA headline doesn’t tell the whole story.

Comment MY MARKET and I’ll break down what’s happening with your property type and area.

10/05/2026

Getting my clients home ready to go on the market, one of the things we discussed was getting the kitchen updated because it had seen better years. So gave my guy DDD RENOVATIONS and the rest is history a stunning kitchen that didn’t break the budget.

Whenever my clients, friends or family need work done on their homes DDD RENOVATIONS is the guy I call.

10/02/2026

Come check this inventory home and save the HST!

📍 3418 Deepglade Path, Pickering
🗓️Open house Sat Oct 3rd & 4th 2-4pm

Contact me today for the full listing including pictures, community information and property details

Address

813 Dundas Street W, Unit 1
Whitby, ON
L1N2N6

Website

http://MarkGotItSOLD.com/

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