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Canadian Idol Revisited In Collingwood

Although we REALTORS® are known to work 24/7 during the spring market, every once in a while, I just have to get out and have some fun.  If you are a regular reader of this blog, you’ll know I was, and am, a big fan of Collingwood’s Canadian Idol contestant, Drew Wright.  Since the show, [...]

Georgian Triangle Real Estate Market Barometer: March 5 – March 11, 2010

The following information was obtained from the MLS® statistics provided by the Georgian Triangle Real Estate Board. They include a summary of data for the following areas only: Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Blue Mountain, Clearview, Grey Highlands and Meaford. Previous week(s) are in brackets. Single Family Residential New Listings: 51 (61, 35, 40) Average List Price: [...]

Georgian Triangle Real Estate Market Barometer: November 13 – November 19th, 2009

The following information was obtained from the MLS® statistics provided by the Georgian Triangle Real Estate Board. They include a summary of data for the following areas only: Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Blue Mountain, Clearview, Grey Highlands and Meaford. For this week (previous three week’s numbers are in brackets): Single Family Residential New Listings:  34 (48, [...]

Georgian Triangle Real Estate Market Barometer: November 6 – November 12th, 2009

The following information was obtained from the MLS® statistics provided by the Georgian Triangle Real Estate Board. They include a summary of data for the following areas only: Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Blue Mountain, Clearview, Grey Highlands and Meaford. For this week (previous three week’s numbers are in brackets): Single Family Residential New Listings:  48 (47, [...]

Thanksgiving 2009

As we head into the Holiday Weekend, we like to remember our families, friends and clients.  It is funny how often the lines blur for Chris and I, between these three! Over the years, we have been blessed with wonderful clients, who have very often become dear friends, as well.  We’ve laughed and cried; celebrated [...]

A Tribute to Chris McCormick

This month brings a special anniversary. Sixteen years ago, I had the great privilege of hiring my assistant, Chris McCormick.  At the time, she was in the mortgage brokerage business which is how we met and after working with her on several transactions, I felt she was exceptional in every way.  I was thrilled when [...]

Finding Your Way with Google Maps

Many of our clients come to see property for sale in Collingwood and area but often get lost.  (Right Murray?)  Most seem to know where Cranberry Village is but that’s about it.  Well, you can find your way around even if you don’t have a GPS. Go to Google, type in the address you are [...]

This Guy Wants To Help You Sell Your Home

The internet has revolutionized the way we do business and for the most part, I think it’s a wonderful tool.  What I can’t stand, though, is spam and the people who mine the web for email addresses or names. One of the things I do is to syndicate my listings to numerous sites such as [...]

Is a Pre-Purchase Inspection a Good Idea?

I’m off for another pre-purchase inspection in the morning for a deal set to close tomorrow.  Most people wonder what this is and if it is necessary. Most offers today include a clause in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale giving the buyer the right to one or two further inspections of the property following [...]

Auld Lang Syne, Real Estate Style

In my books, there are few people better at creative thought and writing than my close friend and assistant, Chris. With thanks to Rabbie Burns for his timeless new year inspiration, Chris has penned this real estate version of Auld Lang Syne for all of our beloved clients and friends: Auld Lang Syne, REDUX! The real [...]

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