Has it been a struggle getting your parents to downsize?  Or are you concerned about their health declining as they age, impacting their decision making? It’s time to get familiar with the different Power of Attorneys available to you and your family, and what they mean. It can be a challenge for your aging parents to handle the many meetings associated with selling the family home -...Read More

Or, do you feel burdened by the amount of stuff you own and just want to trash it all? Let’s take a step back and alleviate the pain of either holding on to too much stuff, or wanting to toss everything as an easy way out. There are options. If you are burdened by the amount of stuff you own but can’t imagine living without all of it, you’re not alone. It’s easy to get a...Read More

Anxious about making the move from the big city to Caledon? Don’t be. You’re going to love it. As someone who’s been living here and working in real estate for over 22 years, when I say “I love Caledon”, I truly mean it. But, seeing it for yourself is how you truly fall in love with this wonderful region. From the community that thrives within each township, to the ...Read More

Imagine this: you’ve just accepted the highest offer on your home. You’re thrilled! Selling your home has been such a smooth experience. But, it’s all a little too good to be true. The bank valued your home at much less than the accepted offer. Suddenly, the deal has collapsed and you’re putting your house back on the market. Taking the highest offer isn’t always a...Read More

The answer is simple: no. It’s common to think you’re getting a deal on a home if you work directly with the listing agent. They may reduce their commission to help you get a good price, or suddenly find price saving options when it’s time for negotiations. But here’s the truth: the listing agent, the one who brings the home to market, works for the seller, NOT you. Goin...Read More

I get it. Selling your family home can be quite the emotional rollercoaster. For your aging parents, the experience can also be extremely stressful. It’s never easy to let go of something that has brought you so much joy over the years. There are always a few valid reasons for downsizing your parents. Whether it be health issues to losing a spouse, to the house being too much to handle as t...Read More

Does the idea of moving into a new home alone seem overwhelming? Not interested in a retirement facility or living in a condo? The province of Ontario has projected to see the senior population double between 2017 and 2041, jumping from 16.7% of the population to 24.8%. With the continual climb of real estate pricing and waitlists for senior homes, the question is: How will the province house su...Read More

Most sales representatives will suggest a number of ways to market your home; however, if an open house would be advantageous, here are some suggestions to help make your open house successful. Four steps to a successful open house The first three are planning, promotion and presentation. Once you've done all that, the only step remaining is to cross your fingers and hope for good weather! ...Read More

The single most important decision you will make with your Real Estate Professional is determining the right asking price for your property. Once you've achieved a realistic sales price, you can count on your property being professionally marketed and promoted to bring more buyers to your door. You can also expect to sell your home for the best possible price in the lease amount of time. The...Read More

An Explanation of the Process A REALTOR® will not take it for granted that you know all the ins and outs of the buying/ selling process. Instead, he or she will provide you with a full explanation of what to expect and that's important so you're not faced with any surprises along the way. An Assessment of Your Needs One of the first questions a REALTOR® will ask is, Why are you ...Read More