Spring Cleaning can be a HUGE job if you're unsure on where to start...that's why it's always important to start with a checklist!   Get the most out of your spring cleaning by using our spring cleaning checklist. Tackle every room in your house – from bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen to the living room. Every Room Wash Baseboards, d ...

Improving the energy efficiency of your home doesn't have to be expensive or time-consuming. By making a few simple changes to your habits and completing some DIY projects, you can create a more comfortable home and save money on your energy bills.     1. Install low-flow showerheads and faucets to reduce water usage. This simple change can ...

  The mortgage process involves several steps, which can generally be divided into the following stages:     1. Pre-approval Before home buyers begin the process of shopping for a home, they should obtain a pre-approval from a lender. This typically involves submitting a loan application and providing some documentation of the borrowe ...

  Canada's New Anti-Flipping Tax The Canadian government recently introduced a new residential property flipping rule, which is now law. This rule aims to target individuals who misclassify their profits from a "flipped residential property" as a capital gain to avoid taxes. It deems profits from a flipped residential property as business income. & ...

  Mar 24 | Sarnia Sting vs Owen Sound Attack | PASA Come on out this Friday and cheer on your local Sarnia Sting as they face off against the Owen Sound Attack in one of the last regular season games! For tickets/more info visit: https://ontariohockeyleague.com/gamecentre/26301/preview    Mar 25 | Freezin for a Reason | Canatara Park & ...

  In today's world, it's easy to become overwhelmed by clutter, both physical and mental. The constant barrage of information and possessions can leave you feeling stressed and unfulfilled. This is where downsizing comes in. Downsizing is the process of intentionally reducing your possessions, living space, and overall lifestyle. While it may seem da ...

What's going on this weekend? March 31- April 2 | Sarnia Home Show | Clearwater  Since 1983, the Sarnia Home Show has been connecting people to the information and products they require to transform where they live into the home they have always dreamed of – inside and out. Every year suppliers and experts from across Southwestern Ontario com ...

  Selling a home can be a daunting task, and many homeowners are often unaware of the potential pitfalls that may arise throughout the process. However, by understanding and preparing for these issues, you can increase your chances of a successful sale. In this article, we'll take a look at some of the most common problems that sellers may face, and ...

APRIL 2023 | HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST Hello (almost) Spring! As we move into the warmer months ahead, we suggest you take initiative and tackle these to-do list items recommended by our friends at Alberta New Home Warranty! There are many important homeowner duties to fulfill between our intense Winter and Spring seasons!   Adjust Your Humidity ...

  You did it! You found your dream home and your offer was accepted. Congratulations to you and your family. Now it's time to complete the last step of the home buying process, where you Celebrate & Move.       Celebrate You just made one of the biggest and most important purchases of your life! That's why we always enc ...

  Low value on appraisals, real estate FOMO, how to get your finances in order, affordable housing, and Old Lake Shore Road. That's this Week in Housing.     1) Low Appraisals What happens on an appraised value when it comes up short? Especially with the market changing right now. If an appraisal does come lower than your purchase pri ...

  You're about to cross the finish line of the home buying process! This is Step 9 of the Home Buying Process... Closing Day!     So, what is closing day? It's the day when the deal is complete and you take ownership of the home.   What needs to happen on or before closing day? You have the option to do a final walk-though if y ...

  372 active listings in April   April 2021: 216 sales, and $100 million in volume.   April 2022: 141 sales, and $84 million in volume.       Average Number of Days to Sell   April 2021: 16   April 2022: 13 Average sale price:   April 2021: $460,000   April 2022: $600,000   &nbs ...

Sarnia, bluewater bridge, lake huron, real estate, housing market, homes sarnia   This Week In Housing is Sean Ryan's personal breakdown of current events relating to real estate in Sarnia-Lambton, Ontario and Canada.     Let's look at the foreign buyer tax that's going all throughout the province. Let's look at open versus closed bidding ...

  You are so close to owning the home you had an accepted offer on. But unless a deal is legally binding, it simply isn't a solid deal. That's why we're jumping right into Step 8, where you will meet with your lawyer!     This is an important step in the home buying process, and one that you can't skip. At the Blue Coast Team, we work ...

When we left off, you had looked at a property and decided to put in an offer. Your offer was presented, and now the seller has accepted the offer! But things aren't finished yet! If conditions aren't met, the deal could fall through. This takes us to Step 7: Fulfilling Conditions.         What is a condition/contingency? Any ...

    Things just got real. You got inside and viewed some homes, and found one that you want for your own. Now it's time to try and make this home yours, and that means it is time to make an offer.     Determining How Much a Property is Worth How do we determine how much we should offer? Your buyer will need to know the Fair M ...

        What is the difference between an accountant versus a pop-up tax service?   Knowledge When tax season rolls around, many people find themselves scrambling to get their paperwork in order. Some opt to use a pop-up tax service, while others choose to work with an accountant. So, what is the difference between these two ...

March 2022 Housing Market Update.     There were 372 active listings in March 2022, and we had 157 sales & $84 million in volume.   Compare this to March 2021 where we had 188 sales, & $88 million in volume.   It took an average of 13 days to sell, versus March 2021 where it took 23 days to sell on ...

  When we left off we had just set up alerts and notifications for when any homes that match your wish list appear. You kept an eye out for homes that interested you. Now that you've found some potential properties that fit your budget and wish list, it's time to start taking a closer look.   Today, we're on Step 5 of the Home B ...