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How to Stay Financially Savvy During Uncertain Times – All Is Not Lost

by Rick Crouch | Apr 8, 2025 | Economic and Financial News, Financial Matters, Real Estate General

There’s no denying it—Canada is facing new trade tariffs from the U.S., and that means the cost of many goods could be heading upward. From groceries and household items to building materials and even appliances, we’re likely to feel the pinch in more ways than one....

The Art and Science of Pricing Your Home to Sale

by Rick Crouch | Mar 13, 2025 | Property Pricing, Real Estate General, Real Estate Help Tips, Real Estate Selling, Real Estate Values, Uncategorized

In my prior post I discussed “values” versus “value” in real estate.   In part two we’ll look at the various aspects and considerations that need to be made when you are putting your home or other property up for sale. When it comes to...

“Values” vs “Value” and Their Role in Real Estate

by Rick Crouch | Mar 7, 2025 | Real Estate General, Real Estate Selling, Real Estate Values

Understanding “Values” vs. “Value”: Pricing Your Home to Attract Buyers One of the biggest challenges Sellers face when listing their home is setting the right price.  Never has this been more important than today, in a market that has shifted...

Spring Thaw & Flooding: How to Protect Your Home from Water Damage

by Rick Crouch | Feb 24, 2025 | Home Help Topics, Real Estate General

After a winter of record-breaking snowfall across Ontario, many homeowners and rightfully so are concerned about what happens when all that snow starts to melt. Spring flooding can cause costly damage, especially if your home isn’t prepared. The good news?  A few...

Southern Georgian Bay Real Estate Market: 2025-2026 Forecast & Mortgage Impact

by Rick Crouch | Feb 19, 2025 | 2024 Real Estate Market Updates & Trends, Real Estate General, Real Estate Market Activity, Real Estate Market Report

The real estate market in Southern Georgian Bay as in many other areas across Canada, has seen significant shifts over the past decade, influenced by many things including, the COVID 19 pandemic, inflation, economic factors, changes in interest (mortgage) rates and...

Selective Amnesia – Consumers Quickly Forget Economic Downturns

by Rick Crouch | Feb 13, 2025 | Buying & Selling Tips, Real Estate General

As Canadians, no one will nor can they realistically deny that we are not in turbulent times.  As I draft this post, I am outside the country in Costa Rica, essentially surrounded by fellow Canadians, most from Ontario some from western Canada specifically Alberta. ...
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