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  • Should You Worry about Competing Listings?

    Gary Weatherdon | Apr 14, 2022

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    Imagine you've been waiting for the right moment to sell your home and you're finally ready to pull the trigger and list it. But, just as you're about to put up the sign, you notice that a few other FOR SALE signs have unexpectedly popped up in the neighbourhood.

    Oh no! Now there are competing listings. Does that mean you should put your plan to sell your property on hold?

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  • When to Increase your Budget when Shopping for a Home

    Gary Weatherdon | Mar 31, 2022 | Categories: Buying , Real Estate Market Updates

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    When you set a budget for a new home, you’re obviously hoping — maybe even expecting — to find the ideal property within that price range.

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  • Get your Spring Cleaning Done in Half the Time

    Gary Weatherdon | Mar 31, 2022

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    Spring cleaning can seem like a great idea until you actually get started. Then it often turns out to be more work than expected! The good news is, there are proven techniques to make the job easier so you can get it done faster. Before you begin the project, make sure you have everything you need: hammer, boxes, tape, garbage bags, etc. Think of the supplies you’ll need on hand and the tools that will make tasks easier. You don’t want to have to waste time on frequent trips to the store. Consider renting a small moving trolley (AKA hand truck.) That will…

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  • How is Coronavirus Impacting Ontario Real Estate?

    Gary Weatherdon | Apr 23, 2020 | Categories: Buying , Cottage , Home Insurance , Home Safety Tip , Innovation , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Real Estate Market Updates , Recreational Property , Recreational Property Report , security tips , Selling , Ski Chalet

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    The coronavirus has been on a fast and furious world tour, and the pandemic has left an unprecedented mark upon economies and communities globally.

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  • We deliver… results!

    Gary Weatherdon | Feb 17, 2020 | Categories: Buying , Cottage , Home Insurance , Home Safety Tip , Innovation , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Real Estate Market Updates , Recreational Property , Recreational Property Report , security tips , Selling , Ski Chalet

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  • This House Can Be 3D-Printed For $4,000

    Adele Peters | Mar 21, 2018 | Categories: Real Estate Market Updates

    New Story, a company that builds housing in the developing world, has a new invention: a massive 3D printer that will soon be able to extrude an entire four-room house in less than a day.

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    In rural El Salvador, a family living on $1.90 a day might live in a makeshift house with dirt floors, thin walls, and no running water. But next year, dozens of those families will move into one of the world’s first communities of 3D-printed homes.

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  • Big family, tiny space: Canadians are increasingly embracing small living

    GEMMA KARSTENS-SMITH | Feb 25, 2018 | Categories: Real Estate Market Updates

    An interesting article about living in small spaces and enjoying it!

    Skyrocketing real estate and rental markets across much of the country have some families choosing small spaces over suburban sprawl — and finding unexpected benefits.

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    VANCOUVER—Adrian Crook hadn’t always intended on raising his five kids in a three-bedroom condo in downtown Vancouver.

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  • Business Spotlight - The Weatherdon Real Estate Team

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 25, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Cottage , Home Safety Tip , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Selling

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    Whether you are buying or selling, The Weatherdon Real Estate Team will first take the time to listen to your unique objectives and circumstances. With that clear understanding, we will overlay our expertise, market knowledge and many years of experience to tailor a plan to bring your dreams to fruition. 

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  • Be Mindful of Changes in Home Insurance

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 21, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Home Insurance , Home Safety Tip , Property Evaluation , Selling

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    There’s no doubt an overall increase in the number of extreme weather events has caused the insurance industry to undergo significant changes.

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  • Review Your Digital Contracts and Cyber Security

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 19, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Home Safety Tip , Property Listings , Real Estate Market Updates , security tips , Selling

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    After summer vacation, it’s typical for families to consider new tech devices for back-to-school and back-to-work requirements. As a result, it is an opportune time to review all the subscriptions, apps anduser terms you’ve agreed to during the past year.

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  • Home Shopping and the Four-Legged Stool

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 17, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Real Estate Market Updates , Selling

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    When you’re hunting for a new home, make sure you start with a stable “four-legged stool”. It will dramatically increase your chances of finding a home that fits your needs and budget.

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  • What's Great About Your Neighbourhood?

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 14, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Real Estate Market Updates , Selling

    What's Great About Your Neighbourhood?

    When potential buyers view your home, they are just as interested in the surrounding area as they are in the property itself. So, before listing your home on the market, it makes sense to think about your neighbourhood and its key characteristics.

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  • What's Memorable About Your Home?

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 12, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Selling

    What's Memorable About Your Home

    Chances are, there is a characteristic of your property that everyone remembers, appreciates, and maybe even envies. It could be a spacious kitchen with an island and upgraded appliances... or a stunning backyard with a wrap-around deck and beautiful landscaping... or rustic hardwood floors that contrast with elegant, high-end ceramics.

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  • Does Home Staging Really Work?

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 11, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Home Safety Tip , Property Evaluation , Recreational Property , Selling

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    You might have heard about home staging and wondered what it’s all about. There are even a few television reality shows that feature staging experts doing their magic on a particular house or condo.

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  • Bank of Canada raises interest rate for 1st time in 7 years to 0.75%

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 11, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Property Evaluation , Real Estate Market Updates , Selling

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    The Bank of canada has raised its key interest rate as expected to 0.75 percent

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  • The Problem With Stuff

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 10, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Recreational Property , Selling

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    The late comedian George Carlin used to have a routine called, "A place for my stuff." He was referring to the idea that, besides being a place to sleep and eat, the purpose of a home is essentially to store all the stuff you accumulate over the years.

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  • Is Your Home “Market Ready”?

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 07, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Home Insurance , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Selling

    Is Your Home “Market Ready”?

    Putting your home on the market may be the last thing you have on your mind.

    But, as you know, life happens. Things change. You might unexpectedly find yourself in the position of wanting, or having to quickly sell your home.

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  • Ottawa Ranked #1 in Canada's Best Places to Live 2017

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 06, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Real Estate Market Updates , Selling

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    Once again, Ottawa has been ranked #1 in Canada's Best Places to Live!

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  • Condominium Security Is Not Always Secure

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 05, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Selling

    Condominium Security Is Not Always Secure

    You might assume that a condominium’s security system is significantly superior to a detached or semi-detached single family dwelling’s system, but that sort of assumption overlooks some very disturbing occurrences that are inherent to many multi-unit complexes.

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  • Applications to Deaden Unwanted Sounds

    Gary Weatherdon | Jul 04, 2017 | Categories: Buying , Home Insurance , Property Evaluation , Property Listings , Selling

    Although many condominiums have adequate sound suppression between units, some can leave much to be desired, especially when you consider the impressive audio effects of the latest home theatre systems.

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