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Aging in Your Own Home - Planning for an eventual sale

Posted on Mar 16, 2026

If you or your loved ones are planning on 'Aging in place'. The points laid out in this article are a good primer. I have included a link to an interactive online guide at the end of this blog post. Full credit to the Wirecutter and I encourage you to subscribe.
A few things I share with my older clients. Your plan to age in place has to be well tho...

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Protect Yourself from Mortgage & Title Fraud

Posted on Feb 20, 2026

With real estate fraud continuing to be a concern across Canada — including cases highlighted by CBC News— we thought it would be helpful for this week’s deep dive to share some practical information you can pass along to your clients. 
Many homeowners are surprised to learn that long-time owners — especially those with significant equity or fully p...

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So you think you want to purchase Waterfront? sell Waterfront?

Posted on Dec 05, 2025

You've reached that point in your life where waterfront living is something you wish to pursue.  Whether it is year-round living or seasonal purchasing a waterfront home/cottage is not the same as purchasing the typical home.  Here is a list of questions to ask yourself before you take the plunge.
  • Do you want a year round home (warm in the winter) or...

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Tips for “After Dusk” Viewing Appointments

Posted on Nov 24, 2025


 When you’re selling your property, you want buyers to see it at its best. But, a percentage of potential buyers will only be able to see your home in the evening. If it’s getting dark by the time they arrive, your home may not look as good as it does during the day.

Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to compensate.

Start with lighting. Make sure y...

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How to Sweeten an Offer without Raising the Price

Posted on Nov 10, 2025


If you’re making an offer on a property, obviously the price you go in at plays a big role in whether or not you get that home. That’s especially true when there are other competing offers. However, while the price is important, it’s not the only factor. There are other ways to make your offer more appealing.

For example, the closing date may be imp...

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Monitoring Devices for Seniors

Posted on Oct 27, 2025


The 2020s may become known as the decade in which we re-evaluated our homes, and found ways to make them better serve our needs. Part of that assessment has already begun, especially amongst seniors who desire greater independence and want to continue to enjoy comfortable, productive lives in their own homes. Enabling their wishes in as safe an env...

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