Let Spring Cleaning Come Naturally Did you know that your home can sparkle this spring without using any chemicals?  Choose from a wide array of eco friendly cleaners on the market or simply make your own with household ingredients such as vinegar, baking soda, and lemon juice.  Here are a few tips to help you become a natural when it comes to spring cleaning:  The Bathroom Want to bring out a natural shine to your sinks, toilets, and tubs?  Create a gentle scouring paste by mixing 4 tbsp baking soda with 1 tbsp water. Generously sprinkle either table salt or baking soda into the sink or tub and use the cut end of half a fresh lemon as a scrubby-pad. Rinse with hot water and your ceramics will be gleaming! Undiluted lemon juice can also be used to dissolve soap scum and hard water depos... 05/10/2010

Here is a chart showing Bracebridge Muskoka Real Estate sales for the month of February compared to 2008, 2009 and 2010. You will notice that the Bracebridge Muskoka Real Estate Residential sales have remained consistant throughout the past 3 years, as with vacant lot sales for this month. Where condo sales have increased, recreational sales have dropped. Overall, a steady real estate market shows in Bracebridge, with no drastic variances for the month of February over the past 3 years.   03/01/2010

The chart below shows the number of Real Estate sales in Bracebridge, Muskoka for January 2010, compared to January 2009. You can see there has been an increase in Bracebridge sales, Muskoka sales.   The chart below shows the average selling price of Real Estate in Bracebridge, Muskoka for January 2010 compared to January 2009. You see that there is a considerable increase for January 2010. This may be caused by the fact that the sale of land lots made the majority of sales in January 2009. Overall, Bracebridge, Muskoka Real Estate has shown a positive bounce-back from what it was same time last year. 02/02/2010

The Country vs. City Debate    My top 10 reasons why country living is better than City life. Some of the points I make here are a complete generalization, and all are from personal experiences, and not intended to offend. •1)      If you have pets then they have more room to roam, and you can take your dog for a walk ‘off leash' if your property is large enough. •2)      Country folk are more courteous than City folk. They will chat to you if you make the effort, and will not let a door slam in your face as they enter through it. •3)      The local Butcher/Baker/Candlestick maker will ask you your name and get to know what your preferences are. •4)      There is a substantial decrease in the amount of dust in the home when living in the country. •5)      Your neighbours are generally f... 01/08/2010

Spotting a For Sale By Owner sign instantly evokes a challenging thought-stream! Having sold a home privately, before making Real Estate a career, I understand the for sale by owner mentality. It is a frustrating process to sell a home privately, and yet so many Joe Public attempt it based on a misconception that there is a high success rate in doing so. This misconception is formed by the Private Seller companies themselves. Have you actually researched the status of homes advertised as 'sold' on the FSBO websites? I have. You see, regardless of 'how' the home is sold, these companies will advertise as 'sold', thus giving the impression to other potential FSBO customers that this system is a no-brainer. Fact of the matter is, more than 80% of the homes you see listed as 'sold', were in... 01/04/2010

Shaun O'FlynnDominion Lending Centres BankfighterPhone:                               Email: soflynn@dominionlending.cahttp://www.shaunoflynn.ca This edition of the Weekly Rate Minder has the latest, best rates for Canadian mortgages. At Dominion Lending Centres, we work on your behalf to find the mortgage that suits your needs. Best of all - our service is "free".* It's the selected lender that pays us and YOU get the best rate. *(O.A.C., E.&O.E.)   · Our Best Rates • Explore Mortgage Scenarios with Helpful Calculators on http://www.shaunoflynn.ca   Terms Bank Rates Our Rates 6 Month 4.60% 3.85% 1 YEAR 3.65% 2.35% 2 YEARS 3.95% 2.95% 3 YEARS 4.50% 3.25% 4 YEARS 5.19% 3.85% 5 YEARS 5.59% 3.79% 7 YEARS 6.60% 5.25% 10 YEARS 6.70% 5.35% Rates are subject to change without notice. *OAC E&O... 12/29/2009

 I am a seasoned ‘spa goer'. I have indulged in spa treatments at various exotic locations around the world. Recently, my partner and I indulged in a couples Aroma massage treatment at The Touchtone Resorts Touch Spa, located in Bracebridge Muskoka. Being so overly impressed with every aspect of our experience, I had to share the good news with you. Touch Spa will provide you with what will probably be one of the best spa experiences you will have. The decor is modern yet fitting to the true Muskoka environment, and the staff excels at achieving their goal of making you feel comfortable and welcome.  The music is apt, and loud enough to let your mind absorb the atmosphere of total relaxation. As far as the treatment itself is concerned, both my partner and I agreed that it was probably ... 12/28/2009