All great relationships rely on solid communication. And for real estate transactions communication is incredibly important. The problem is, not every realtor shares this point of view.   Here at the Blue Coast Team, we hold ourselves to high standards and we would like to explain exactly what you can expect from us in ...

  Homeowners who are considering selling their property in Sarnia Lambton have the advantage of selling their homes in the largest city along Lake Huron. Housing costs in Sarnia-Lambton have historically been lower than in many other parts of Southern Ontario but home costs are starting to catch up with the rest of the province.   Sarnia- ...

  So, you’ve had a property on the market and it just doesn’t seem to be selling. At what point do you decide to reduce the price of your home?   Today we’re asking When Is It Time to Reduce the Price of Your Home?   In a seller’s market, homes can sell in as little as one showing, and this is the market we curre ...

  2020 is at an end and now it's time to take a look back on the January 2021 Housing Market Update for Sarnia-Lambton.    There were 312 active listings in January, and 87 sold totalling just below $35 million dollars in sales volume, compared to January 2020 where we had 105 sold and just above $34 million in sales volume. &n ...

  It’s not always easy investing in rental properties. You need to have enough money saved for a down payment on a property, closing costs, and pay for any improvements to the property. In a perfect world, you would find great tenants, and collect rent that’s higher than the total monthly costs on the property.   This can be v ...

  If you’re a homeowner you’re probably familiar with property tax. But even though you may pay property tax, you may wonder how your property taxes are set, and what the money is used for.   Let's break down How Your Property Tax is Set and Spent.     To figure out how much property tax you should be paying, the pro ...

Successfully completing a real estate transaction takes a lot of effort to complete, but can take only one person to drop the ball and grind things to a halt.   Today, we’re looking at 4 Reasons Why Home Buyers Back Out.   The reason that we’re taking a look at this issue today is so we can avoid having our real estate transactions ...

  Selling your home doesn’t need to be a frustrating experience.   As your realtor, there is an abundance of things we can do to help ensure your home sells at the price that’s right for you.   At the Blue Coast Team, we make sure your home receives the highest amount of exposure possible to sell it fast and get top dollar. ...

2020 is at an end and now it's time to take a look back on the December 2020 Housing Market for Sarnia-Lambton.      There were 310 active listings in December, and 100 sold totalling just above $38 million in sales volume, compared to December 2019 where we had 103 sold and just below $34 ...

  Finding a beautiful home that you can envision you and your family living in is exciting. Imagining yourself in the living room, out on the patio, and picturing the space as if it’s already your own is euphoric. But when someone else comes along with a stronger offer and pulls the carpet from underneath you, it can feel pretty devastating. ...

  Home prices are rising and housing inventory is low. So how on earth are first-time home buyers supposed to break into the housing market? Here are 5 Tips to Help You Find a Starter Home.     1. Have realistic expectations about the housing market.   Knowing the state of the housing market will help you avoid unrealistic expe ...

      In this day and age, we often hear mixed messages about using open houses to market homes. Under normal conditions, is it worthwhile to put on an open house?     Most Realtors have long acknowledged the effectiveness of open houses in getting lots of interested buyers in the doors while holding the view that those who ...

December 2020 Events Sarnia-Lambton         Saturday, December 12th, 2020   Gifts Of The Season At Gallery In The Grove Where: 2:00 pm When: Gallery in the Grove   2020 Lambton Circles Drive by Gift Card/Toy Drive Where: Sarnia Evangelical Missionary Church When: 10:00 am   2020 Pathways ...

Here is Sarnia-Lambton's November 2020 Housing Market Update.   There were 353 active listings in November, and 157 sold totaling just below $56 million in sales volume, compared to November 2019 where we had 125 sold and just below $38 million in sales volume. With around 25 days to sell vs 36 days to sell in November 2019, the average sale price wa ...

Everyone wants to boost their home value before selling. So it’s reasonable to wonder if more is always better. Should you spend lots of money on renovations before you sell? Do expensive renos tend to earn you significantly higher when selling?   Here we explain why you should stick with Simple Renos to Add Value Before Selling.   &nbs ...

  The Christmas season is the most wonderful time of the year! But is it a wonderful time to buy or sell?   Is it Smart to Buy or Sell During the Christmas Season?     The Christmas holiday season is in fact a great time to sell your home, filled with plenty of opportunities for buyers and sellers.   For one, Sellers will f ...

  Selling your home is exciting, and so is the money you’ll get when you sell! The thing is since homes are worth a lot of money, screwing things up when selling can put a big damper on your enthusiasm and hurt your financial goals. Before you go charging head-first into selling take a look at this list of home selling mistakes you need to avo ...

Buying a home is about more than the home itself; it's about the lifestyle. At the Blue Coast Team, we want you to find the home of your dreams. Here are some tips to assist you in buying the lifestyle you want when you purchase real estate in Sarnia-Lambton.   Here is How to Buy the Lifestyle.       #1. Envision your dream com ...

  Are you thinking of selling your home yourself, but aren’t sure what the pros and cons are, or what to expect? Let’s explore some things you can expect when selling your home yourself.   What to Expect with FSBOs     When you hear about selling your home yourself, the message can be confusing. What’s the ...

November 2020 Events Sarnia-Lambton         Friday, November 27th, 2020   St. Pat’s VIRTUAL Irish Miracle Where: ssvpsarnia.ca When: 9:00 am Nov. 27th - Dec. 18th     Saturday, November 28th, 2020     Rebound Drive-Through Turkey Dinner Where: Sarnia Golf & Curli ...