Do Looks Really Matter When It Comes To Selling Your Home?
In the real estate market, the appearance of your home plays a crucial role in the sale. While the quality and location of your property matter, looks and condition play an equally important role. Before your home hits the market, you’ll want to ensure it is in the best selling condition possible to generate a…
Three Key reasons Why Rising Interest Rates Shouldn’t Worry You
Three Key reasons Why Rising Interest Rates Shouldn’t Worry You The Bank of Canada’s (BoC) announcement that it would be hiking interest rates to fight inflation came after two unprecedented years in Canadian real estate. On June 1st, Canada’s key interest rate went up half a point to 1.5%, and is expected to go as…
Why Should You Sell Your Home This Summer?
The summer season invites a red hot real estate market, both for sellers and buyers. Several factors seem to contribute to this, one of the significant aspects being the plentitude of sunshine that makes the exterior of most homes look brighter, fuller, and in most cases, more beautiful. However, pleasant curb appeal isn’t the only…
4 Ways You Can Spend Your Weekedn in Simcoe County!
Looking for a fun event to spice up your weekend? Look no further, here are 4 ideas of ways to spend your time this weekend and appreciate what the community has to offer. Simcoe County Theatre Festival Want to catch a live show this weekend? Check out Simcoe’s County’s first-ever theatre festival. This festival will…
What Does Months Of Inventory Mean?
Real estate terminology can be confusing and, at times, overwhelming. Navigating this new field while also finding your dream home can be intimidating. But not to worry, a little bit of research can go a long way and help you gain your bearings when exploring the real estate market. A term that you can familiarize…
Top Do’s & don’t when viewing a home (For a showing)
As a prospective buyer, the house-hunting process is undoubtedly one of the most exciting parts of searching for your dream home. As you enter a plentitude of homes and imagine beginning a new chapter in different properties, there are a few standard etiquettes to consider when attending a showing. An excellent way to prepare yourself…
4 Fantastic Things To Do In Simcoe County This Weekend May 28 to 29
From the Barrie Waterfront Festival to enjoying a delicious pizza on a patio and everything in between, we’re sharing some activities and events to make the most of these lovely spring weekends. Here are some things to do in Simcoe County: Barrie Waterfront Festival The Barrie Waterfront Festival is back this weekend. This incredible event…
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…
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…
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…