There is always a lot of buzz in the real estate world about whether the market is leaning toward a seller’s market or a buyer’s market. It is complex and messy and influenced by many factors! Throughout COVID we saw an unprecedented seller’s market but understanding why things are happening is a huge advantage for potential buyers and sellers. It is important to understand the difference and the factors that influence the prices and availability of homes.

Whether you need a change or are preparing your home for selling, there is no better form of self-satisfaction than enhancing your haven with something you love. Our homes are full of things we need functionally to survive and can be distracting places instead of tranquil, relaxing places we love. However, we often don’t treat ourselves to something we love to give our home a sweet enhancement. You don’t need to go racing to Homesense and break the bank on many beautiful things (although that isn’t always a bad thing!). Read my simple tips on giving your home a little refresh with little touches that go a long way.

If you have a family and are planning a move, every family therapist in the world will encourage you to include all members. But how much? Let’s face it - moving is stressful, and be aware that more family members mean more opinions and added complexity to an already huge decision. Navigating Parenting and Moving together can be a slippery slope of emotions. Supporting your children with a significant life event of moving can be smoother and more inclusive when you appropriately involve them with your house search.

People are working, learning and staying home more than ever since the COVID19 pandemic that kept us home. During those unprecedented times, the economy flailed, and we observed real estate carefully to try to figure out and predict what would happen. ⠀You deserve to have a home that works for you and embodies what you need and love. Regardless of market changes, that is my number one goal for any client.

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The winter months have been given a bad rap regarding preferred listing times for a potential seller. Spring and summer indeed have a greater chance of showing off curb appeal and outdoor spaces, but potential buyers focus on winter month purchases for many reasons. The most important thing that any realtor will tell you to do to prepare to list is to do some purging. Potential buyers are more likely to be willing to search for a home during the cooler months of the year. It may be a myth that the summer months are the best time to search for a home. Be ready.

Mortgage Rates are always a trending conversation or topic in the news. This is because there are so many opinions about how to manage your mortgage best. They come at us from banks, mortgage brokers, financial investors. And that is not all. Our family and friends bring their thoughts, ideas and opinions to us as well. It’s a challenge to discern what is the best choice for us!

Everyone has a different story, circumstances, and factors to consider when managing and making decisions about their mortgage. Therefore, it is not a simple black and white template that works for all. But awareness is power, so read here for common myths about mortgages that may be hindering your decisions.

Real Estate can get a bad rap. I hear the stories of losing money, continually stressed over showings, uncomfortably aggressive negotiating situations and difficult decisions. For many people, real estate is a dreaded experience.

It doesn't have to be that way! It can be incredibly smooth and rewarding. If it is not, change the channel.

Being an experienced realtor in the Brantford area and Norfolk region has taught me many important lessons about making the real estate experience a good one. Call me the eternal optimist, but I truly believe it can be a positive journey! Read more in the blog about the 3 most important things I have learned as a Realtor.

Anyone who knows me knows that I am pretty transparent about my life experiences and who I am. I wear my heart on my sleeve, love hard the people I am blessed to know, and care deeply about my work and community. Recently, a young entrepreneur asked me what my biggest mistake as a realtor in the Brantford, Simcoe and Norfolk Regions was. Naturally, I did not hesitate to respond. I am very aware. Read more about my learning experience and the biggest mistake I made as a Realtor.

Winter is on its way and usually arrives before we are ready for it. I hate to say it, but winterizing and maintaining your home for the Canadian Winter months is an act of necessity and survival. So much so, I devoted this whole blog to it. While I love the cozy nights by the fire with sweaters and blankets, there is an entire checklist of things that have to be done around the house in order to be able to sit back and enjoy them!

My best advice for preparing your home for winter is to get on the maintenance checklist in the fall! If you leave it until winter and you have a problem, the discomfort and irritation are significantly harsher than if you address it in the fall. Read my five fall maintenance tips to help you be prepared for your Canadian Winter.

Curb appeal is a trending theme when it comes to real estate. But it really is true… your home’s curb appeal is the first impression you give to anyone. The outdoors is tricky and the maintenance throughout every season sometimes is overwhelming. Curb appeal means the impression of the attractiveness of an exterior property and its surroundings when viewed from the street. It is one of the most important things you can do, whether your house is for sale or not. It is the first impression of your property before anyone even steps inside. Read my five simple tips to create simple but beautiful curb appeal without breaking the bank.