If you are thinking about selling your home in Barrie or the surrounding area later this Spring or in the Summer, don’t wait! Now is the time to sell. Buyers are seriously looking, and inventory is very low. As we get into May and June, inventory will be up again and it will turn into… Continue reading Barrie sales HOT in February
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New Barrie Seniors’ Development
Some exciting news hit Barrie this week! A new seniors’ development is scheduled to be built at Lakeshore Dr and Bradford St. It is common knowledge, and a popular topic of conversation, that our population is getting older. It is becoming increasingly difficult for seniors to find appropriate housing for their “golden years” when owning… Continue reading New Barrie Seniors’ Development
Tips for Renovation Spending
Homeowners hear so much about how renovating their homes will increase its value. This is certainly true to a point, but I have seen more times than I would like to say that people lose money after they renovate – especially if they’re renovating to sell. It is common knowledge that kitchens and bathrooms sell,… Continue reading Tips for Renovation Spending
Housing Bubble or Housing Balloon?
Since Monday, there has been a lot of talk in the real estate industry about BMO’s latest report on Canada’s housing market. First, let’s get some definitions out of the way. The word “bubble” has been used a lot since the recession started a couple years ago. But what does it mean? Basically, the value… Continue reading Housing Bubble or Housing Balloon?
A Picture is Worth 1000 Words
You’ve seen the listings on realtor.ca. The ones with photos that are dark, off-centre, fuzzy, maybe with dirty dishes in the sink…you know what I’m talking about! Some listings don’t have any photos at all!!! Check out Hooked on Houses for a variety of incredibly terrible MLS photos 🙂 You may think that if you… Continue reading A Picture is Worth 1000 Words