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

Student Housing in Barrie

There is definitely a stigma attached to student housing. Some investors shy away from that market due to the high turnover rate and the idea that students will damage the property. There’s a new reality, and investors should take note. In Barrie, there has been a lot of discussion surrounding the rentals around Georgian College.… Continue reading Student Housing in Barrie

Facing Multiple Offers

First, let’s define a multiple offer. It is a situation in which more than one buyer is interested in a property and offers the seller an Agreement of Purchase and Sale which includes price, inclusions, terms, closing date, conditions, etc. Working with multiple offers is a very emotional process for both buyers and sellers, but… Continue reading Facing Multiple Offers

Tips for Selling in Winter

As I discussed in my last post, Selling in Winter, you can still sell your home in winter! It’s just a different kind of market, and you can ask your REALTOR how he or she can promote it differently. This week, I’ll help you get your house ready now that your house is on the… Continue reading Tips for Selling in Winter

Top 5 Reasons to Make Barrie Your New Home in 2012

Thinking of making a change in the new year? Want to get out of the rat race…but not too far away? Sick of your small town, but don’t want to be overwhelmed in a big city? Barrie has the best of both worlds. Read more to find out why!! The Waterfront. Kempenfelt Bay, as part… Continue reading Top 5 Reasons to Make Barrie Your New Home in 2012