Georgetown, ON Real Estate News

Bright idea nets hospital $7,910 Darryl Lambert of Georgetown, Ontario has been declared Canada’s Most Outrageous Holiday Home Decorator after a nation-wide search by website OutrageousLights.ca.Lambert’s home, located at 14 Johnson Crescent in Georgetown, 20 minutes west of Toronto, features mor... 12/24/2011

Hey Folks, Can you believe how quickly the holiday season has come upon us? I know I can't. I wanted to send out a quick message to let you know of our last minute special. If you still haven't gotten your Christmas mass mailing out - don't fret! Shoot us over a quick email and we will have it do... 12/06/2011

This is just a quick note to introduce myself. My name is Jerri-Ellen Fraser and I am your neighbourhood real estate specialist.I would very much like for you to consider me your real estate resource. I can provide you with valuable information about recent sales, tax assessments and other inform... 08/26/2009

Home staging in Georgetown and Halton has become quite an essential strategy to selling homes today in the area. Many Home owners and Realtors are seeking the professional advise of a home stager prior to listing a home because statistics have proved year over year that staged homes sell faster a... 07/07/2009

"You don't have to be everything to everyone; you just have to be something to someone." Don't you think this quote speaks volumes? Seriously though, let's embrace this profound statement for a moment... (Embracing) So, here's the thing...I've quickly discovered as a business owner; I've strived ... 03/17/2009

When conducting an open house, it is important to gather feedback from people viewing the property in order to assist the seller in making their home more marketable. A great way to capture the feedback is to provide a type of guestbook for people to sign and leave their comments.   Provide a fe... 12/17/2008

If you haven't tried to market your business with your cards - you should.  Business cards are a great cost-effective marketing tool. Stand out and be noticed Your cards should be eye-appealing and memorable.  You want your cards to stand out and encourage people to contact you when they are in ... 12/17/2008

I thought I would reiterate the importance of having a branded identity.  For some, you may be thinking, "OK I've hear of branding but, what does that actually mean"? A branded identity is your opportunity to shine.  To put together a logo, colour scheme and design for your business that will all... 12/17/2008

I have been a stay-at-home mom since my daughter was born.  It's hard to believe that was eight years ago! Throughout this time, I had done small jobs for family and friends but for the most part, I was devoted 100% to my children and family. After the birth of my son in 2003, my husband and I be... 12/17/2008

I am sure some agents have already thought of and practised this; I would be naive to think otherwise. However, I personally have never seen it done in my community and therefore, I feel it is noteworthy. Most people want/need recognition. As humans, we love the idea of receiving tangible items f... 12/17/2008

Have you ever wished you had more hours in a day? Or thought time sure flies fast? When was the last time you left the office at 5 o'clock? Why not commit this week to simplifying your life? Give yourself the opportunity to stop being so caught up in everyday activities. Start taking time to tru... 12/17/2008

In 2007, the National Association of Realtors released a survey that revealed 73% of prospective buyers that saw a home on the internet drove by/viewed the home of interest.  57% of people who viewed a home on-line completed a walk through of the home. It goes without saying, being in the Real Es... 12/17/2008

Good Morning Everyone, I just have a quick question and I hoping someone could share their two cents. I currently have an active blog that I use regularly on Wordpress.com.  As a Real Estate Professional Assistant (REPA), I am considering transferring all my posts on wordpress to active rain.  I ... 12/16/2008

When you dream of your dream home, what do you see? Each of us has a vision of what it will be, but getting as close to that vision as possible is a practical, step-by-step process that begins with finding a REALTOR®. A REALTOR® is your best ally throughout the home buying process. He or she can ... 12/02/2008

A lack of storage space is a common concern for many homeowners. Although a bigger problem for older homes, even new homes with all their closets and cupboards can seem cramped and cluttered. There is a difference between not enough space and an ineffective use of space. The solution is to maximi... 11/26/2008

Just like you take a car for regular tune ups to ensure it continues to run smoothly, your home also needs some special attention. There's a lot more to keeping up a house than cutting the grass and clearing snow from the driveway. Ensuring your home "looks" good and is in proper working order, n... 11/26/2008

Moms, Dads and Grandparents of Halton Hills! Here Some Halloween tips and a joke or two. I found over the years that treating your kids to a spooky and fun Halloween dinner by black candle light for example made them less likely to eat tooo many candy on Halloween night. Just food for thought,LOL... 10/20/2008

OK, so you're an agent who sells homes. Fantastic! So, are a thousand other agents within your area! What makes you stand out from your competition? Do you have a compelling website? How about your top notch customer service? What about something as simple as the feature brochures you use to help... 10/08/2008

If you're like most agents, you probably manage every aspect of your business by yourself.  If you haven't mastered your multi-tasking skills, you are probably bombarded with paperwork and a to-do list that is longer than your arm.  OR, you may have mastered your multi-tasking skills but haven't ... 10/08/2008

As a real estate professional, you rely on your reputation and word of mouth from clients. I am confident you strive to provide the best possible service for your clients.  Keep in mind, once the sold sign in hammered into the lawn, your job should not stop there. You should continue to keep in c... 10/08/2008