Agent Blogs

IS EVERYONE SURVIVING THIS HEATWAVE THAT WE'RE HAVING? You know I've never been a big air conditioning fan...but maybe the time has come to 'bite the bullet' and finally add it to my appliance list in my home. in the last few days, I've had fans going including one in the basement at the bottom... [ more ]

Six Questions that Can Help You Gain Insight on a Prospective Home Unlike an automobile, you can’t test drive a home before you purchase it. You have to base your decision on other factors such as layout, condition and much more. And, of course, the seller is obligated to disclose the... [ more ]

Are you downsizing? ...should you be?  WE ALL SHOULD BE...ON A REGULAR BASIS. As we go through our lives, we tend to collect items such as furniture, hats, kids toys, knik-knaks, etc.  Then we decide that, perhaps, it's time to downsize.  We don't need all that space anymore. As... [ more ]

VOLUNTEERING ! Are you a volunteer?  Why not? I know people are busy with work, family, friends, etc., but so many of our lives rely on volunteers to get so many jobs done. Whether it is volunteering at the hospital, animal shelter, through an organization or service group, your... [ more ]

Competition Bureau misguided about MLS April 23, 2010 Mark Weisleder SPECIAL TO THE STAR Buying a home is a lot different than buying an airline ticket. Yet if you read the complaint by the Competition Bureau against the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), you would think it is that... [ more ]

Ah, Spring … Make Sure Your Property Is Ready for a Warmer Market Spring is a season of renewal – this year in particular. Just as the birds are chirping and flowers are starting to bloom, the economy is moving forward with real estate sales percolating in many markets. If... [ more ]

Make Sure Your Home Stands Tall in a Competitive Market   Home sellers today must convince a new era of buyers returning to the market that their homes stand for value and quality. The time-honoured open house event remains a terrific way to expose your property to many consumers and... [ more ]

The REAL story behind the cost of being a Realtor ! This is going to sound like I'm compaining...and I'm really not ! I know many people think that Realtors make tons of money with the commissions that they charge.  Ok...here's the real story... we work on commission. To maintain our... [ more ]

Packing Tips to Get You Moving   Packing is one of those dreaded but necessary chores of moving.  Not only is it time consuming but it sheds light on how much we really have accumulated since our last move.  It can be a manageable task by starting early and having a plan. Don't... [ more ]

REAL ESTATE HAS CHANGED CONSIDERABLY THROUGH THE YEARS ! This is where I sound like I'm 400 years old again...when I first started my real estate career, it consisted of a 5 week course with the 1st segment being 1 week long and the 2nd and 3rd segment each consisting of 2 week periods. ... [ more ]

ARE WE GOING TO SEE A RISE IN INTEREST RATES? Here's a touchy subject for all of you out there thinking of buying your first home or anyone having to re-negotiate your mortgage.  Times have changed considerably since I bought my first home (this is where I sound like the old farmer 'up on... [ more ]

Five Ways to Create Curb Appeal, Once We Can See the Curbs Again! A sale can be made or lost as a direct result of your home's curb appeal.  When it comes to selling your home, the first impression is probably the most important impression.  If the outside of the property doesn't... [ more ]

Well 2010 is here...whether we want it to be or not ! Did everyone make those New Years Resolutions?  Yes... I did, and the one about eating healthier went out the window Jan 1st.  All those boxed chocolates and homemade toffee with chocolate on top got the better of me.  Oh well,... [ more ]

IT'S THE HOLIDAYS...STAY CALM ! Well another Holiday Season is upon us.  Who would have thought that 2009 would have come and gone so quickly.  Did you accomplish everything on your "List of things to do" for 2009? It's always nice to reflect on the good things...and the... [ more ]

Deep breath, exhale slowly!  It is a stunningly beautiful winter day in the Georgian Triangle.  Photo ops are everywhere you look but best to just be in the moment, soak it all up and pass the great energy along.  Days like these are to be treasured!  Wouldn't it be perfect... [ more ]