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1. Protects you as a buyer ✅ 2. Enables you to walk-through the property one last time before closing ✅ 3. Make sure there are no defects that have come into play ✅ 3. Check that all garbage and furniture are being moved out ✅ 4. Bring a tape measure & check for any last-minute furniture placement or purchases ✅ âž¡These are just a few of the benefits... Read more →

Posted at May 30, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Real Estate

Don’t let the heat break your bank!! Close your windows, curtains & blinds! This traps cooler air inside Ceiling Fans Promote healthy air circulation inside the home Should turn counterclockwise in the summer Use the off-peak hours!! Weekdays from 7 pmto 7 am All-day on weekends and statutory holidays AC Unit Change AC filter regularly Remove debris Simple Changes to Incorporat... Read more →

Posted at Jun 30, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Home Renovations

Workshops & Info Sessions Sipkins Nurseries, Wyoming Tons of great workshops are coming up! The Next Workshopis March 24 @ 11:30am- Let's Talk Houseplants & Indoor Gardening!! April 14 @ 9am - Let's talk Veggies!! 3 Part Series(Additional date: April 21 @ 9am) May 4 @ 6:30pm - Herb Planter Make & Take(Additional date: May9 @ 6:30pm) More info, workshops & dates:https://ww... Read more →

Posted at Mar 20, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Event Listings

Knock Knock Who’s there? Sweden! Sweden who? Sweden the coffee! Whether you like your coffee hot, cold, small, tall, black, sweet, creamy or whatever your caffeine dreams may hold!We have some great local coffee shops in our town to check out and if you’re feeling adventurous, maybe even try your coffee in a new way. Local Coffee Shops: A Cup a Coffee - great coffee & gre... Read more →

Posted at Jan 31, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Places

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Posted at Friday, Apr 20, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Places

Your December 2018 Market Update is here! ✔️308 active listings ✔️$17.7 Million in Sales ✔️66 sold listings ✔️Average house price $298,098 ✔️Price increased 13.6% compared to December 2017 ✔️49% of Listings between $200,000-$400,000 ✔️18 Fewer listings compared to November ✔️51% decrease in the number... Read more →

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With Snow in the Forecast (& already coming down), we might as well enjoy it!! Blue Mountain https://www.bluemountain.ca/ Boler Mountain http://www.bolermountain.com/ Mount Holly http://www.skimtholly.com/ Pine Knob https://skipineknob.com/ Read more →

Posted at Thursday, Mar 08, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Places

Valentines Day is Coming Up! There might be a lot of hype built up around chocolates, flowers & gifts but at the root of this special day is the simple reminder to show your special someone, friends, kids or even your pet, that you love and care about them. Meaningful gifts, fast! A little gift can go a long way. A gift card to their favouritecoffee shop or lunch place Ingonish Tradi... Read more →

Posted at Feb 09, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Event Listings

Checklist: 10 Things to Do Before Leaving Your Home for Vacation July 14, 2014byCoffee with Julie Going on a long trip and wondering where to start? Here’s our family’s checklist for what to do before leaving for vacation. I hope you find it helpful! 1. Hire a house sitter or someone to check-in on your home regularly: It’s important to keep up the regular maintenance s... Read more →

Posted at May 18, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Home Renovations

Friday,January 4th Mooretown Silver Stick Final When:January 3rd - 6th Where: Mooretown Sports Complex Floyd Gibson Members Juried Show When: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Where: The Lawrence House Centre for the Arts Designing an Intention 2019 When: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Where: Twin Bridges NPLC Seniors Coffee When: 9:00 am - 11:00 am Where: Lambton Community Health Centre Me & Mr. Smith (Live M... Read more →

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CANADA DAY!!! Annual Canada Day Parade!! 11:30 a.m. Parade starts at Lakeshore and Colborne Cantara Park 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Multicultural Food Booths Handmade Market at Area One Pavilion Inflatables Face Painting Glitter Air Brush Tattoos Bandshell 12:30 p.m. Lambton Concert Band 1:30 p.m. Opening Ceramonies Singing of the National Anthem Parade Winners Announced Birthday Cake 2:00 p... Read more →

Posted at Jun 27, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Event Listings

Deposit: ✅ Submitted with an offer to secure the property ✅ Usually refundable if the deal doesn't go together ✅ Deposit will come off the purchase price Down Payment: ✅Large sum you bring in close to closing ✅Sum is agreed upon by you and your bank ✅Could be 5% down, 10%, 15%, 20%, 30% and so on âž¡These are just a few of the differences between a ... Read more →

Posted at May 23, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Real Estate

Friday, December 28th Ben Ainsworth and Phil Young When: 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm Where: Paddy Flaherty's, Sarnia Owen Sound Attack vs Sarnia Sting When: 7:00 pm Where: Progressive Auto Sales Arena Saturday, December 29th Corunna Legion - Open Jam When: 3:00 pm Where: Corunna Legion Dufflebag Theatre: Snow White When: 2:00 pm Where: Imperial Theatre Sunday, December 30th London Knights vs Sarn... Read more →

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Posted at Wednesday, Apr 18, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Places

March Break is Around the Corner! Here area few ideas for you & your little ones to check out!! Read more →

Posted at Mar 08, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Places

Should I sell my house myself or use an agent? Does the question, How much commission will I save cross your mind? What about, How much money might I lose or leave on the table if I sell my house myself? Using a good agent boasts many benefits: 1. In-depth marketing plan ✅ 2. Knows the market ✅ 3. Has a lineup of buyers ready ✅ 4. Gets you more money for your home in th... Read more →

Posted at May 16, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Real Estate

What’s the buzz about the 30x30 Challenge? 30x30 is a Nature Challenge organized by The David Suzuki Foundation! Did you know?? David Suzuki came to the Imperial Theatre in Sarnia and spoke to a sold out audience on June 22 in 2015?! It might seem like an easy task to spend 30 minutes in nature everyday, so what are you waiting for?! Perhaps you’re waiting for the weather to ... Read more →

Posted at Feb 26, 2018 PM | Permalink

Tip Tuesday Home Improvements you can do on a $100 budget ✅Spend an Hour With a pro Ask your realtor or an interior designer to visit and check out your home. There may be consultation fees - be sure to ask. Check with several designers in your area; a standard hourly fee is normally less than $100, and in an hour they can give you lots of ideas for needed improvements. Even small ... Read more →

Posted at Tuesday, Jun 19, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Home Renovations

Knob & Tube Wiring What is it? Is it safe? How to spot it: ✅ Look up at the joist & you'll see a porcelain knob with the wire going through it If purchasing a home with knob and tube wiring: ✅ Talk with your insurance company✅ Some won't insure your home or may give you a deadline to remove it✅ Talk to a good electrician Watch this 60 secondvideo for more ... Read more →

Posted at May 09, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Home Renovations

How do you Enjoy the Winter months? The amazing summers we have here in Sarnia leave us with snow-covered beaches and frozen waters in the winter months. It’s a beautiful sight tosee but not quite the warm and sunny weather we need to enjoy a day at the beach.We have lots of great activities to explore in the wintertime, check out a few ideas here: OutdoorActivities Sledding: Dust ... Read more →

Posted at Jan 08, 2018 PM | Permalink | Category: Sarnia Places