Selling Cleaning Tips for Instantly Improving Curb Appeal As you may know, curb appeal refers to how your property looks from the street, where potential buyers first see it. Your home’s curb appeal can have a big impact on the sale of your property. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a buyer to drive by a listing, rather than stop, because they don’t […]
Explore Grey & Bruce Susan’s Favourite Scenic Lookouts in Grey Bruce From rugged cliffs to cascading waterfalls, this region is a treasure trove of natural beauty waiting to be discovered. Let’s dive into my top picks for the most awe-inspiring scenic lookouts that Grey Bruce has to offer!   Old Baldy Scenic Lookout Nestled in the heart of Beaver Valley, the Old Baldy Scenic Lookout offers […]
Selling What Buyers Want to See when They Walk into a Room When buyers view your property, they’re likely to visit each room and look around. Their imagination is turned on high. Often, within just a few moments in a space, they’ll form an impression — ideally, a positive one! So, how do you ensure each room shows well? Here’s what buyers want to see:   Space […]
Market Updates April 2024 Real Estate Market Update REALTORS® Association of Grey Bruce Owen Sound MLS® new listings continue to outpace sales, driving inventories higher.   The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the REALTORS® Association of Grey Bruce Owen Sound totaled 239 units in April 2024. This was a small gain of 2.1% (five sales) from April 2023. Home […]
Buying When You Can Only View a Property Once If you’re searching for a new home within a tight time frame or searching for an out-of-town property, you may not have time to make multiple visits. In fact, you might only get a chance to view a property once before deciding whether or not to make an offer. While it may seem daunting to […]
Blog A Day in the Life of a REALTOR® Welcome to a typical day in my life as a REALTOR®! As a real estate professional, every day brings new challenges, opportunities, and moments of excitement. In this blog post, I invite you to step behind the scenes and see what goes into making my client’s real estate dreams a reality.   Morning Check-In The […]
Blog What to Look for when Watching a Walk-Through Video Walk-through videos are becoming increasingly popular. The seller’s agent simply films a tour of a home, often including commentary, and then makes the video available to prospects. When you’re shopping for a new home, you want to get the most out of watching this type of video, especially if you’re relying on it to help […]
Selling 3 Ways to Stand Out in the Spring Real Estate Market Springtime-the season of renewal, rejuvenation, and, of course, real estate frenzy! As the flowers bloom and the temperature rises, the housing market heats up, bringing with it a surge of buyers and sellers alike. But with so many properties vying for attention, how can you ensure that your home stands out from the crowd?   […]
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Homeownership The Importance of Dog Containment Systems in Rural Settings In rural areas, where open spaces and potential hazards abound, ensuring the safety and security of our beloved canine companions is paramount. This article delves into the world of dog containment systems, exploring the various options available to rural property owners.   Understanding the Needs of Rural Properties In rural areas, the vast expanses of […]
Buying Tips for Settling into a New Neighbourhood Moving to a new neighbourhood or town can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. Whether you’ve relocated for work, education, or a fresh start, adapting to a new environment takes time and effort. However, if you’re fortunate enough to be settling into the Grey Bruce area, you’re in for a remarkable treat. Grey Bruce offers […]
What To Do With Pets While Showing Your Home As a real estate agent, I know how important it is to create a welcoming and inviting environment for potential buyers when showing a home. However, when pets are involved, the situation can become more complicated. While pets are beloved members of many families, not all potential buyers feel the same way. In this blog […]
Buying The Psychology of Clutter There’s an interesting psychological characteristic of clutter. We tend to notice it more in other people’s homes than in our own. In fact, we may not even realize a room in our house feels cluttered and uncomfortable to visitors. This is because we become accustomed to our own clutter, and it becomes part of our […]
Selling Lighting Matters When Selling Your Home Remember the last time you were in a furniture store or other major home retailer? Remember the fully decorated displays of furniture, appliances and other products? Some of those may have even been organized as model rooms. What did most of those displays have in common? Chances are, they were well lit. In fact, in […]
Buying 3 Things to Keep In Mind When Looking to Purchase Property Purchasing property in Ontario can be a great investment, but it’s important to keep a few key things in mind. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, understanding the local real estate market will help ensure that you make a smart and informed decision. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look […]
Blog Here’s To 2023! Happy New Year!!! I can’t believe it is already 2023. The past year sure has flown by!    My key thoughts on the market going into the new year here: The purchase of income generating properties, such as rental and commercial investments with a 4 to 6% cap rate for the investor that would like […]
Explore Grey & Bruce Best Rivers & Lakes to Paddle in Grey & Bruce We like to think Grey and Bruce counties have some of the best outdoor activities in all of Ontario! We’re especially proud of our paddling routes. Whether you canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard, we’ve got a great route for you! Rivers in Grey & Bruce Counties The popular Saugeen River starts in Hanover, winds through […]
Explore Grey & Bruce Explore the Trails in Grey & Bruce! Grey and Bruce counties offer an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Our region offers many trails for any kind of outdoor activity you can think of: everything from hiking and cross-country skiing to horseback riding and snowmobiling.  Here are just a few of our favourites!   Horseback riding Glendale Farms Riding Ranch is located just […]
Buying a Farm in Grey & Bruce Counties What is Permaculture? As sustainable agriculture and green lifestyles become part of the mainstream conversation, the ideals and concepts of a largely underground social movement have been highly influential: permaculture.   What is permaculture? Bill Mollison, a professor of biogeography and environmental psychology at the University of Tasmania, first coined the term in 1978 and defined it as […]
What is Aquaculture? Today, about half of all our seafood comes from aquaculture. It is predicted that by 2030, that number will rise to 62%. As the human population grows and the world becomes more aware of the need to act more sustainably, what role does aquaculture play? What is aquaculture? Aquaculture is fish farming. It’s very similar […]
Should I Install Solar Panels On My Property? “Solar energy isn’t a trend, it’s the future. One of the best things we can do is use it.” —Mike Holmes, Canadian homebuilder and TV host     In the last decade, solar panel installations have gone up on many roofs around the world. Here in Ontario, the provincial government is encouraging residents to use […]