Welcome to Heather's blog
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This is where Heather will post things about real estate.
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Why Adrian and his family finally decided to buy a cottage (after renting for years)
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HERE'S THE SITUATION
Adrian and his family have vacationed in Muskoka for over 40 years. As his kids grew older, they expressed their desire to have a cottage of their own, especially with grandchildren on the way. Rather than renting or going to a village as they have in the past, they finally decided to take the plunge and buy a cottage to call their own.
WHAT THEY WANTED
After vacationing in Muskoka for years, there was no doubt in their minds that this was the place they wanted to buy their second home. "We wanted to find something we loved at a price we were willing to pay. We interviewed a couple of other realtors, but no one really stood out to us. Our friend, who is a broker over in Toronto, ended up recommending Heather," Adrian…
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What Can $500,000 Get You In Muskoka?
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Finding the right home is hard.
Searching for homes is completely overwhelming and so is the pressure to find your dream home.
Don't worry! According to NAR, most homebuyers feel the same way.
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Pros & Cons of Listing Your Home in the Winter
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“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” to sell?
Despite homes being covered in snow and icy roads galore, winter is a great time to sell your home! Or is it? Just like with any season, there are pros and cons to selling your home. If you’ve been contemplating whether you should list your home now or wait until the snow melts away, we made a list of everything you should take into consideration.
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Buyers mean business
While more buyers are looking in the spring and summer, there are more serious buyers in the winter season. If someone is making time to visit open houses and showings during the busiest time of the year (and the coldest time of the year) they are more likely to be serious about their search.
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Less competition
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The Best Places To Celebrate The Holidays in Muskoka
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The holidays have arrived in Muskoka!
Not only do we love this time of year, but we love seeing all of the gorgeous lights and decorations around town. Whether you're just visiting or have lived here for your entire life, there are a few holiday displays and celebrations that you must see to get you in the holiday spirit!
1. Christmas Carols with the Salvation Army Band
Happening on December 19th at 7 pm in Bracebridge on the corner of Taylor Road and Pine Street
2. A Portage Flyer Christmas – Evening Train Ride to Santa
December 21st from 5-8 pm
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3. Santafest Weekend
December 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th, and 21st & 22nd from 11 am to 5 pm
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4. Torchlight Parade
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You Have 2 Weeks Left to List Your Home This Year
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So, you’ve been thinking about putting your home on the market... but the timing never seems right. I get it, life moves fast! It’s already the beginning of November and the holidays will be here before you know it. Entertaining guests, travelling, and spending time with family during this season is stressful enough that you can't even fathom the thought of potential buyers walking all through your home, dealing with inspections and navigating.
So what do you do? Should you wait another few months after the holidays to list your home? No.
In fact, according to the Ontario Collective, the average number of days on market is 47 days. That means the longer you put off listing your home, the longer the sale will take to wrap up after the holidays.
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The Emotional Side of Selling Your Cottage
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The decision to sell your home isn’t an easy one. In fact, research has ranked selling a home as second to relationship breakups for the most stressful experience in a person’s life. The same survey said people are more stressed out about selling their home than planning a wedding, getting fired or even becoming a parent.
In other words, it’s perfectly normal to have strong emotions. The good news? Though the experience can feel overwhelming and inspire doubts, it doesn’t have to get in the way of a successful home sale, and there's always a bright side. Here are three stories from homeowners that prove it.
The Story: Last Minute Memories
Nostalgia seems to unexpectedly hit many sellers like a ton of bricks once they see their home…
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"I've always wanted to own a cottage, but thought I couldn't afford it"
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Here's the situation
Trisha had always wanted to own a cottage but held back because she didn't think she could afford it. She had been looking online for quite some time, and the cottages in her budget were worn down and certainly not what her family was looking for.
One day, her curiosity got the best of her and she decided to reach out to me, just to put her mind at ease. When I was able to show Trisha some cottages in her desired price range, her interest grew stronger and she was determined to get her husband on board.
"I WAS WORRIED THEY'D TRY TO SELL US SOMETHING OUTSIDE OF OUR BUDGET"
"When I was entertaining the idea of buying a cottage of our own, I did most of the searching online myself. I was hesitant to involve a realtor…
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"Other agents couldn't get a handle on what we were looking for"
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Here's the situation
Lucille and her family have vacationed in Muskoka over the past few years. Her cousin had a cottage that they'd often visit in the summertime with their kids. They'd often stay at one of their favorite resorts, the JW Marriott Muskoka.
Eventually, they reached a point in their life where they could afford to have a second home of their home. The timing finally felt right.
The first place that came to mind? Muskoka.
"WE INTERVIEWED A FEW OTHER AGENTS..."
"There were a couple of properties we wanted to see, so we ended up contacting the listing agents of those properties. We weren't impressed with any of them. After calling Heather, we felt comfortable right off the bat.
When we first met her in person and…
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Weekend Getaways Near Muskoka
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Grab your bags, we’re going on a staycation!
Whether you've got a three-day weekend coming up that you want to take advantage of or you're looking for a getaway, we have some suggestions to make the most of your weekend trip.
1. Deerhurst Resort
Embracing Peninsula Lake, Deerhurst Resort is your year-round retreat for a Muskoka vacation or getaway to Ontario’s famous “cottage country”, one of National Geographic Traveler Magazine’s “Best of the World 2012” recommended places to visit. Ideal for fun-filled family vacations, and year-round getaways.
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2. Cedar Grove Lodge
Cedar Grove Lodge is a cottage resort (open year-round) located on beautiful Peninsula Lake in Muskoka, Ontario. Located a short drive between…
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