Not much has changed in a month! March residential sales are still up like they were in February, but there’s still a lack of inventory in our fair city. There is a lack of new listings on the market (361 this year compared to 381 in 2011), and demand remains high. Luckily for sellers, this… Continue reading Still a Seller’s Market in Barrie
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Residential Rentals Scarce in Barrie
Before most of us become homeowners, we rent apartments or sometimes houses. More often than not, however, many people are renting someone’s basement. As most people in Barrie know, the vast majority of basement (or “second suite”) units are technically not legal. In fact, there are only 676 registered second suites in the city. We… Continue reading Residential Rentals Scarce in Barrie
5 Tips to Beautify Your Garden
Due to some technical difficulties last week, this post never made it to its final stages. My apologies, and hopefully it was worth the wait! We all know how important curb appeal is when selling a house. Sure, you can hire landscapers, or get your mom to come over! If you’re not a green thumb… Continue reading 5 Tips to Beautify Your Garden
Barrie sales HOT in February
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
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