Maximize Space in your House before Selling
Have you ever been in a house with an ample amount of square footage that seemed small? We’re not talking about a cozy kind of small—we’re talking about spaces that haven’t been optimized to their full potential. Whether you live in a studio apartment or a 5000 square-foot mansion, you can strategically structure your furniture and choose colour palettes that …
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Beautiful Waterfront Homes To Get You Inspired
If you’re working on designing your waterfront home, it can be difficult to know where to start. Home renovations and redecorating projects are notoriously stressful; however, they don’t have to be. The most successful projects start with a clear vision. So before you purchase new furniture, tear down walls, and rip up flooring, it’s a great idea to find some …
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Get the most out of your Waterfront Property
During these cold winter months, many of you are dreaming of tanning on a dock by day and roasting marshmallows by night. That’s right! This is the most popular time of year to go cottage shopping, and many of you are either thinking of purchase a waterfront property to own or renting one for the summer. But, if you’re starting …
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Interior Design Trends for 2020
As a brand new year is upon us, many of us feel inspired to create some new changes in our lives. So, it’s a great time to channel that inspiration into your home and think about how to freshen up your space. What’s more, the internet is abuzz with thoughts on what major interior design trends that will reshape your …
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Have a successful open house by avoiding these common Home-buyer Turnoffs
Looking to get your home ready for a successful open house, but don’t know where to start? The key to achieving top dollar sale for your home is to avoid these common home-buyer turnoffs. Entering a home for the first time shouldn’t mean shushing the dog as you walk in the door or being hit with any odour that isn’t …
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Want your Home to have Curb Appeal? Avoid making these 4 mistakes
The real estate market in Collingwood is booming and potential buyers are looking for homes for sale in this gorgeous waterfront town. Many homeowners want to take advantage of the high prices as a result of this boom. However, it is extremely difficult to sell a home that lacks curb appeal. When it comes to curb appeal, many homeowners have …
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Tips for Emotional Home Sellers
Preparing your home to sell can feel like a break up from a long term relationship. Your home is your single largest investment in your life, and you’ve created long-lasting memories in that home, just like you would in a long term relationship. Nobody is really prepared for the thought of, “Oh no, now I have to start all over.” …
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The Collingwood Side Launch Spectacle
As a visitor of Collingwood you may be unaware of its earlier “side launch” history. You may wish to experience the town from a historical vantage point and understand the reason for the town’s original existence. From 1883 to 1986 Collingwood was a shipbuilding centre for the Great Lakes and was the opening of a railway linking Georgian Bay and …
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What you need to know before Buying a Second Home
Picture this. You’ve worked hard every day for years. You’ve put as much money as you can away for retirement and you’re able to support your family and live comfortably. After years of responsible behaviour and sound financial planning, you’ve decided buying a second home is right for you. Maybe it’s nestled next to a sandy beach or living among …
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How to know when it’s Time to Downsize
Maybe you’ve been inspired by Marie Kondo to begin downsizing your wardrobe and now you’re looking at making even bigger changes. If you’re starting to question what kind of home brings you joy, then you may need to consider it’s time to downsize to a smaller house. Maintenance is becoming overwhelming If cost and the physical demands of maintaining your …
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