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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Follow your love of sports to the Southern Georgian Bay
The Southern Georgian Bay is a community chocked full of incredible outdoor adventure spots there’s so much to do, you’ll have your calendar filled up in no time. It doesn’t matter what the season is there is always something to do Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Thornbury, Meaford, Clearview and the Blue Mountains. Never live a dull moment here! Looking for the …
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What you need to know before becoming a Landlord
Residents of Collingwood know that they live in one of the most idyllic summer vacation spots, heck all year round! So what is the best way to capitalize on the incoming tourists? Airbnb and other short-term rental web sites allow you to become a landlord and up your game in a big way but do the pro’s and con’s out-weight …
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