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let the holiday season begin – weekend guide nov 19th – nov 20th

We’re halfway through November, which means Simcoe County is about to get a lot more festive! This weekend your family can take the time to go see Santa in your neighbourhood, or get started on your Holiday shopping before the stores start to get busy. Check out some of our top picks for what to…

QUINTE MARKET UPDATE – november 12th 2021

November was another record month in The Bay of Quinte Region with historically strong demand and increasingly low supply. This means that if you’ve considered selling, now is the time to do it! According to the Quinte & District Association of Realtors, the average sale price in October 2021 is up to $687,461. If you…

COMMUNITY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN SIMCOE COUNTY NOVEMBER 13TH & 14TH

There are plenty of things to do this weekend in Barrie including going for an off-roading adventure! From grabbing a refreshing drink at Park Place to going and seeing Santa at Georgian Mall, there’s an activity for everyone! Below are our 5 top activities that you and your family could do this weekend! LAST LEVEL…

COMMUNITY EVENTS & ACTIVITIES IN QUINTE november 13th & 14th

Whether you are looking to start your holiday shopping or have a fun night with friends and family, this weekend is full of great activities to do! Check out our top picks for things to do with the family in Prince Edward County this weekend! mistletoe magic artisan market Get your holiday shopping started at…

COMMUNITY EVENTS IN & around SIMCOE COUNTY NOVEMBER 5TH – 7TH

Last weekend was full of fun costumes, candies, and spooky parties, and while this weekend is quieter, there are still lots of activities you and your family can enjoy this weekend! Check out our top picks for things to do with the family this weekend below. rogers hometown hockey Canada’s ultimate hockey festival will come…

COMMUNITY EVENTS IN SIMCOE COUNTY OCTOBER 29TH – 31ST

With Halloween happening this weekend, there are all kinds of events happening in the Simcoe County Area! From Fall festivals to spooky parties, we’ve put together a list of some of the best events taking place this Halloween weekend. halloween Village At park place Park Place is hosting a fun Halloween event in the Village…

Ready to close the Deal?

Sometimes unforeseeable issues arise just prior to closing the sale. Hopefully, with negotiation, most of these have a workable solution. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. But don’t panic! Another buyer might still be found who is willing to accept the house as-is. Imagine that your prospective buyers are a couple with young children….

Preparing your home for a Showing

With 90% of buyers starting their home search online, your ‘first showing’ is often a digital one. A showing appointment booked by the buyer’s agent is one of the most important steps in selling your home. It is your chance to really show off your home to potential buyers! How to Prepare Your Home for…

Preparing To Sell Your Home

The following are some key factors to keep in mind when listing your property for sale: CURB APPEAL Keeping your landscape pristine, and adding creative touches to your yard (such as colourful annuals or hanging baskets), and doing a simple clean up such as: cutting the lawn, removing garbage & debris and putting away recycling…

What is a Home Evaluation

A home evaluation— also known as a CMA or “Comparative Market Analysis” — is a report prepared by a real estate agent providing data comparing your property to similar properties in the marketplace. The first thing an agent will need to do to provide you with a home evaluation is to gather a little information…