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Tips For Spring Home Maintenance

That famous saying, out with the old and in with the new, seems to materialize at the start of each spring season. As the snow melts and plants begin to bloom again, a complete transition takes place both in our homes’ interior and exterior. To wash away the final remnants of winter, spring maintenance will…

The long weekend is here, check out these exciting things to do!

The Victoria Day long weekend is known as the unofficial kick off of summer activities! Whether you’re in the mood for exploring Ripley’s Aquarium or enjoy a nice walk in the Farmer’s Market, here is a list of the 4 best things to do during the weekend!  Painting with Goats Bring the whole family to…

April 2022 Market Update

April Stats Blog While the weather in April warmed up, the real estate market cooled off slightly compared with last month. Despite a significant drop in the number of home sales in April year-over-year, both the average sale price and home inventory are up significantly and are indicators of market health.  Year-over-year home sale prices…

4 Fun Things To Do In Simcoe County This Weekend! (MAY 14-15)

The weekend is here and there’s so many activities and events to take part in around Simcoe County. Here’s our guide on the top things to do this weekend! South Georgian bay FOOD TOUR Indulge in a variety of flavours as you visit some of South Georgian Bay’s favourite restaurants. Whether you are looking for…

What Should You Include When Budgeting Your Closing Costs?

There are a wide variety of costs and fees associated with purchasing a home, closing the deal, and eventually moving in. Unfortunately, the cost of homeownership itself can be rather expensive. Things can add up quickly, from covering your down payment to hiring a real estate lawyer and eventually furnishing your home.  To prepare for…

4 exciting things to do in Bay of Quinte this weekend!

Get together with the family, and check out these 4 exciting things to do! This weekend is Mother’s Day and the Bay of Quinte is full of events and activities for you to spoil your mom. From delicious food to spending time in nature, the Bay of Quinte has something for everyone to enjoy! Make…

Enjoy a warm spring weekend with our weekend guide!

If you are looking for something to do this weekend in Simcoe County, look no further! Check out these 4 things to do in Simcoe County and appreciate what our community has to offer! Spring into Forest Bathing! Looking to get outside this weekend? Immerse yourself in the quiet calm rejuvenation and healing of a…

How To Make Your Home Feel Like Spring?

As the sun lingers longer in the evenings and the rain falls more frequently throughout the day, it’s a clear sign that spring has finally sprung. As we begin to shed our winter layers and enter warmer weather, it is an excellent opportunity to revitalize your house to match the new season. Spring will not…

March 2022 Market Update

Spring has traditionally been a busy time for buyers and sellers, and March 2022 was no exception. If you sold your home in Barrie last month, you got 29.1% more for it than those who sold last March. Across all of Simcoe County, that increase also hovered around 30%. Although there was a 37.4% decrease…

What Is A Buyers Market, A Seller’s Market, And A Balanced Market?

If you want to buy your dream home or are looking to sell your current home, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the type of market you are approaching. As you may know, the housing market is constantly in flux. The fluctuation seen can be influenced by economic downturns, interest rates, and even confidence in…