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The days are shorter, the water has cooled off, and the docks are out for the season. Now that Fall has settled in, you might think it’s time to close up the cottage for the winter and start planning for next summer. If you do, you may be missing out on some of the best that cottage country has to offer. Now that your focus is not on the water, you can spend your days exploring all of the other things that make cottage country so great. From hiking trails to craft shows to some great places to eat,

Buyers often ask us why a seller is listing their property. While it is always interesting to understand the history of a property, motivation isn't really relevant when developing an offer strategy.

The Kawartha Lakes, offers clean lakes, rivers, plenty of fresh air to breathe and an outdoor laid-back lifestyle less than two hours from the GTA. People who have been cottaging here for years love the lifestyle so much— they move here full time and make it their permanent home.

Waterfront lifestyle communities are gaining in popularity across the Kawartha Lakes. They are a perfect alternative for anyone who is considering a slower paced lifestyle but want to maintain a "neighbourhood" feel. Waterfront communities are also a great option for snowbirds who want to get away from the ice in snow during the colder months, with the conficence and peace of mind, knowing their property will be maintained throughout the winter. There are several waterfront communities to chose from

COVID-19 has significant implications for the national real estate market and the Kawarthas/Haliburton is not immune.

Days on Market, the measurement of the age of a real estate listing, is an often used metric to gauge the temperature of a specific housing market.

We have all heard this statement and it very much may be true. However, when it comes to real estate transactions, our advice is: Don't let your heart get in the way.

Market update for January 2020

You’e been snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing and tobogganing. Cabin fever has set in and another cup of cocoa and a board game holds absolutely no appeal. Why not bundle up and try one of these fun and unique winter activities this weekend and see why Haliburton and the Kawartha Lakes are the best places to be for winter fun.

At our house, the best part of Christmas is hockey - both outside playing on the lake, and inside watching on TV. To make life easy - because who doesn't want a bit of easy during the holidays - we have put this schedule together so you don't miss an opportunity to cheer for Canada