Throughout 2010 the Barrie economy has been recovering from the recession, this trend will continue into 2011 but at a slower rate of recovery. According to the Housing Market Outlook from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), employment levels will almost meet pre-recession level
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11/19/2010
Understandably, the goal for any home seller is to sell their property quickly, while investing as little as possible in renovations. With a limited budget and a little effort, you can greatly increase your home's appeal by focusing on what prospective buyers can see on their first visit. As a me
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11/19/2010
If you have a second home or vacation property you're looking to sell, this market may prove to be exceptionally tough. That's why leasing your property, at least for now, is something you should seriously consider. With the winter months upon us, now is the perfect time to star
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11/11/2010
Keeping your household organized is a challenge in the best of circumstances, let alone when you're in the midst of dealing with the disruption of moving. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I always take the extra steps necessary to help my clients experience a stress-free, success
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11/05/2010
Do You Know What Impacts Your Credit Score? Take This Quiz and Find Out According to credit experts, 42% of U.S. consumers have credit scores between 550 and 699. As a result, these consumers typically don't qualify for preferred interest rates and, depending on their overall credit profile, they
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10/28/2010
Some advice on the Candian housing market from my friend Jeremy Ridley at RBC: Fears of a Canadian housing market crash overblown You may have noticed a lot of stories in the press recently about a significant risk of a collapse in housing values. These concerns are based on the belief that the i
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10/28/2010
As the green movement gathers steam, many homeowners -- and soon-to-be homeowners -- are exploring ways to become environmentally conscious within their living spaces. Greening your home is not only a responsible thing to do but can also boost your home's value when it comes time to sell. These d
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10/28/2010
When selling your home, it is important to keep the following tips in mind so that you get the most money for your property in the least amount of time. Whether you are selling the home yourself or working with an experienced agent, it is crucial to keep these five tips in mind as you go through
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10/28/2010
