Got a busy winter planned & no time to check on the cottage? Don’t worry; there’s an app for that! Check out the different ways to keep an eye on…
Thinking of buying that cottage-country fixer-upper for a steal? It can be a lucrative investment, as well as an adventure! Whether you’re the handy type or not, there are several things that can go wrong with your fixer-upper purchase and turn it from a profitable…
Closing time on your home or cottage purchase is always an exciting time. If all goes as planned, all that’s left to do on closing day is sign your documents, hand over your cheque or transfer the funds, get those new keys and start your…
You’ve finally found the one – that perfect home, condo, or cottage in Muskoka, that is. You’re so serious, you’ve even fully committed by putting in an offer. Exciting stuff! What’s next for you and your dream property? Unfortunately, a little bit of paperwork –…
Think life at the cottage is nothing but hanging out on the dock, relaxing and spending time with family and friends? Well, it mostly is! However, if you are thinking of buying a cottage in Muskoka, it’s important to know that it can be a…
Owning a home or cottage can be just slightly out of reach for many people. Even when individuals feel they are financially ready, they may not qualify for a mortgage and get turned down by their bank. Luckily, this doesn’t necessarily mean that home-ownership is…
Despite a slow-down in other real estate markets, the Muskoka market continues to do well. For those of us lucky enough to call this area home, it’s certainly no surprise. We all know that Muskoka is the place to be. Whether you are moving to…
When it comes to choosing your summer weekend getaway, Muskoka is a popular choice for those from the GTA, across the province and even North America. Increasingly, however, there’s a trend towards more and more families opting to call the Muskoka region home base. Here…
With the May long weekend quickly approaching, you may find yourself thinking more and more about boat rides, barbeques, campfires and the cottage. You may also find yourself making big plans to either purchase a cottage or renovate the one you already own. Whether it’s…
Here’s the scenario. You’re three-quarters of the way through your new cottage construction in Muskoka, and you’ve gone over budget. Your bank, who already loaned you money, has told you that you don’t qualify for additional funds. How will you fund the rest of the…
Spring is just around the corner, and we are happy to bid farewell to Jack Frost. If you’re planning on taking advantage of the spring real estate market, there are some important steps you can take to get a head start and become real estate…
It’s hard to believe it, but after a few months of planning and looking ahead, 2018 is finally here! As we all know, the start of a new year brings many changes. These include things like new goals and resolutions, new priorities, fitness plans and…
Looking to buy a new home or cottage in Bracebridge or the Muskoka area? You likely are already aware of the fact that buying a home or cottage is one of the largest investments you’ll make. You are also likely aware of the fact that,…