Inexpensive and Less Expensive Cottage Properties
Posted on Oct 28, 2016
There are many waterfront homes and recreational(cottage) properties that don't fit the stereotype of Goldie Hawn, Pro Athletes, and BaySt/Wall St. power-players. Where do you buy if you don't have a huge budget, but can afford to invest in a cottage property? Lake Muskoka, Lake Joseph, Lake Rosseau, Lake Vernon, Fairy Lake, Lake of Bays are some o...
When is the best time to buy a cottage?
Posted on Oct 09, 2016
I get asked this question "When is the best time to sell my Muskoka cottage" along with "When is the best time to sell my Muskoka cottage?" 
for SELLERS:
Your cottage is most attractive to potential Buyers DURING COTTAGE SEASON. I know this may seem obvious, but some people don't want to show their property while they are trying to enjoy the cottage...
Stigma and Properties - What does it mean?
Posted on Sep 30, 2016
Occasionally, when selling a house, or bringing a buyer to a property, we come across what is referred to as a 'stigma' associated with the property or area. Examples include:
- the property was used in the ongoing commission of a crime (e.g., drug dealing, chop shop, brothel);
- a murder or suicide occurred at the property;
- the property was previously ow...
Can I look at other offers while I've accepted a condtional offer?
Posted on Sep 18, 2016 in Real Estate FAQ
I have just accepted a conditional offer on my house. Can I still look at other offers?
When you decide to sell your home, you can look at as many offers as you want.Even if you accept a conditional offer, you can look at others because the conditional offer is not final and binding on you and the buyer until a...
January 9, 2016 --FROM R.E.C.O. website
Time to Sell? Late Summer & Fall 2016
Posted on Aug 18, 2016 in Real Estate FAQ
Everyone has heard that the Ontario Real Estate Market is hot! hot! hot!In Muskoka, if you have a 2-3 bedroom home, in decent shape between $200,000 - $300,000 it is a fantastic time to sell!
This price range includes people buying their first house, and people down-sizing into retirement. Give me a call or email to find out what your place is worth...
Three Season Cottages and Winterized Buildings
Posted on Jul 15, 2016 in Real Estate FAQ
In Muskoka and Ontario's cottage-country there are many properties for sale that are advertised as "three season" ,"4 season", or "year-round" homes / cottages. Buyers need to beware when purchasing a cottage or home because buildings are sometimes misrepresented or misunderstood using these terms.
Year-round dwellings are built with the same minimu...
