With spring just around the corner, and many in our community with rooftops full of snow and large snow banks around our properties, here are a few tips to help facilitate the spring thaw.Check for leaks & drafts:Take a walk through your home paying close...
Effective May 1, 2014, CMHC will increase mortgage insurance premiums for residential homeowners and 1-4 unit rental properties. The new premiums will apply to mortgages underwritten on or after May 1, 2014, and will not affect mortgages already in existence.CMHC stated in a news conference...
Spring is just around the corner, and there plenty of things to do in Barrie with your family to enjoy the best the season has to offer! If you’re planning a visit to a local Barrie attraction, or searching for a program to help your...
Almost every real estate professional will tell you that bathroom upgrades generally provide a solid return on investment. If you are considering a renovation for both personal reasons and with an eye for your home's resale potential, the bathroom may be a good choice for...
Whether you're buying or selling a home, having a good real estate agent or a great real estate agent makes all the difference - not only financially but also emotionally. When you buy or sell a home, you’re taking a huge financial step. Hiring an...
The right window treatment can take a room from bland to beautiful. Here are a few pointers to help you choose window coverings that meet your needs while also enhancing your décor: Analyze your requirements. Is privacy the primary concern, or is it the sun’s glare...
Get your family bundled up this weekend and beat the winter blues at Barrie’s Winterfest and Festival of Ice! Named one of the Top 100 Festivals in Ontario and plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy. Offering fun for the whole family, make memories February...
Searching for a home can be an exciting, yet overwhelming experience. However, if you take this important first step before you start your search process, you can avoid complications and search with confidence.Nicole Daoust, Senior Mortgage Specialist with Royal Bank says getting Pre-approved for a...
Residential property sales recorded through the MLS® System of the Barrie & District Association of REALTORS® Inc. numbered 201 units in December 2013. This was a rebound of 17 per cent from last year’s weaker December.Within the City of Barrie sales activity was up 22...
It is often said that one of the most expensive and important purchases a person will ever make in their life will be a home. However, unlike most other purchases, there is no refund or money back guarantee. This is why it is so important...
