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View email in browser Welcome to our monthly newsletter! Stay Informed: Get Exclusive Real Estate News, Tips and Advice with Our Monthly Newsletter! Featured Listings Discover some of the Windsor-Essex County's most sought-after properties. Whether you're looking to buy or sell, we're here to assist you every step of the way. 2240 MERCER $450,000.00  301 ARLINGTON $579,900.00  Market Insights Financial Programs Available to Help First-Time Home Buyers If you’re like most Canadians, buying a home is probably the biggest investment you’ll ever make. But for first-time home buyers, just saving up enough money for the down payment can take years or even decades to accomplish. Thankfully, Canada’s federal and provincial governments offer several different programs designed to support first-time home buyers by offsetting some of the costs associated with buying a home, and helping them purchase their first property.  This article offers an overview of some of the most popular…

View email in browser YOUR MAY NEWSLETTER: Stay Informed: Get Exclusive Real Estate News, Tips and Advice with Our Monthly Newsletter! Discover some of the Windsor-Essex County's most sought-after properties. Whether you're looking to buy or sell, we're here to assist you every step of the way. Featured Listings 2450 Lesperance $669,000 1004 Dot $369,999 259 Chisholm $359,900 2568 Norman $445,000 Market Insights WECAR™ Residential Housing Market Update includes comparisons on number of sales, avg. sales price & market activity. The best way to use a tax refund As much as Canadians gripe about the ritual of filing taxes, a good chunk of us end up getting a tax refund. Between February 2024 and January 2025, the federal government paid out $43.8 billion in refunds to 19.1 million Canadians. That’s nearly half the country’s population. And the average return was $2,295. (The filing deadline for self-employed Canadians and their spouses isn’t until June 16 this year, but…

Looking for home renovation ideas that will increase the value of your property? Maximizing renovation ROI is essential if you want to increase resale value while staying within your budget. The key is to focus on projects that provide the most return relative to cost. Kitchen and bathroom renovations, for example, are expensive but are known to add considerable value to a home, while simple upgrades like replacing hardware and painting walls create a big impact with a small investment. By prioritizing smart and strategic renovations, you can maximize your renovation ROI and enjoy a more comfortable, functional, and valuable home. Top 10 high ROI renovation projects Renovating your home can be a great way to improve your living space and boost its value. However, not all renovations are created equal when it comes to return on investment. Here are ten high-ROI renovations that can increase the value of your home and provide a solid return on your investment. Kitchen remodel for improved…

View email in browser YOUR APRIL NEWSLETTER: Stay Informed: Get Exclusive Real Estate News, Tips and Advice with Our Monthly Newsletter! How Canadians are responding to tariff threats and price hikes Canadian shoppers and brands are going “elbows up” to promote and support home-grown products. Here’s a sampling of what’s going on across the country. Ever since the U.S. government began threatening to impose tariffs on products from Canada—America’s largest trading partner—Canadians have responded with indignation, defiance and resourcefulness. Federal and provincial leaders have been quick to deploy counter-tariffs and yank American goods from store shelves. One Canadian grocery chain found a way to tell customers “Don’t blame us for these higher prices!” Meanwhile, everyday Canadians are getting creative and collaborative to promote and support local businesses, whether it’s via their family group chats or by using shopping portals that boost home-grown brands.…

The key to a well-built home is a solid foundation, but what about the roof? Your roof provides year-round protection from the seasonal elements. Living in Canada, you’ll know that our weather patterns can be quite chaotic at times; at any given moment in the winter you can experience extreme cold and heavy snowfall, spring is met with torrential downpours, hail can appear as late as June, and we can’t forget about the heat waves felt in summer. As dynamic as weather conditions may be, we Canadians are resilient; however, can the same be said about your roof? Do you recognize the signs of an aging or deteriorating roof? Or how about when it’s time to replace your roof? If you don’t know, then let this article by the Good Hands Advice team be a guide to help protect your home. How Long Does a Roof Last? A roof can last anywhere from 15 to 50 years, depending on the type of roofing materials. For example: Asphalt shingles last anywhere from 15 to 30 years, depending on type (basic…