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| Posted on Wed, 16 Feb 2011, 02:50:42 PM in windsor Ontario real estate statistics, Houses for sale in Windsor Ontario | | | What is the most popular house in Windsor and surrounding areas for the month of January? Take a guess?
Well according to MLS statistic reporting in the Windsor Essex County and surrounding areas – it is the raised ranch! There were 52 raised ranches sold in January 2011 and the average sale price came in at $209,207.
The ranch just trails the raised ranch in popularity with 45 sold and the average sale price was $171,921.
Third prize goes to the story and a half with 35units sold and an average sale price of $123,454. Fourth place is the bungalow with 33 of them sold and an average sale price of $93,364. The two story hits fifth place with 31 units sold and the average sale price of $192,880. It looks like the story and a half and bungalows truly are an affordable option in the Windsor and surrounding areas.
As always if you require any real estate assistance do not hesitate to call upon us. Servicing the Windsor Essex areas -Riverside, Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Central Windsor, East Windsor, South Cameron, Lasalle, South Windsor, Old Walkerville, Waterfront Properties, Foreclosures and Bank Repossessed Properties. | |
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| Posted on Mon, 10 May 2010, 09:04:31 PM in Today Begins the Rest of Your Life Seminar, Windsor Seminar for Seniors and their Families | | | | Well, the “Today Begins the Rest of Your Life” seminar is quickly approaching. The May 20th date is creeping up on us. We still have some spots available at the Caboto Club here in Windsor. For those planning on attending please arrive for 10 a.m. We will be in the Marconi Hall. I have been notified that there is an elevator at the Tecumseh entrance off to the right.
This free seminar is specifically for mature adults 55+ and their families. We have assembled three speakers to discuss important topics such as estate planning, wills and trusts, power of attorneys and the local Windsor real estate housing trends for seniors.
It should be a fun social morning so please stop by! There will be some great door prizes. The grand prize is offered by Anthony Grassi, LL.B. The lucky winner will be entitled to an estate planning session, which includes all documentation for living will and power of attorney. It is a $500.00 value for FREE! There will also be a great gift basket adorned with wine godiva chocolates and lots of goodies.
Hope to see you on May 20th!
Carrie-Lynn Macleod
As always if you require any real estate assistance do not hesitate to call upon us. Servicing the Windsor Essex areas -Riverside, Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Central Windsor, East Windsor, South Cameron, Lasalle, South Windsor, Olde Walkerville, Waterfront Properties, Foreclosures and Bank Repossessed Properties. Helping Seniors and their family members in the Windsor Real Estate Market.
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| Posted on Sun, 25 Apr 2010, 08:07:52 AM in Home buying tips, Home selling tips, etc. | | | | We do have a lot more of Power of Sale or Bank Owned houses and properties in Windsor and our surrounding areas these days. This is great for Buyers but, not so great for sellers. I recently did a MLS property search for a client in area 03 or Central Windsor. All but, one of the homes I chose for this small family to take a look at were power of sale or bank repossessed houses. I will point out that it is not like this in all locations. I had an enquiry for a power of sale search in Lasalle. I did my research to locate such an animal and there were no power of sales with the criterion requested in the Lasalle area. Needless to say we are seeing more of these vacant houses in certain areas our Windsor market place.
As a buyer how can you avoid over stretching and not finding yourself in the same boat a few years down the road? For first time buyers in Windsor leave some wiggle room! Of course it is more important than ever today to get pre-approved. The banks and lending institutions are tightening up and are a little strict when it comes to lending their precious dollars. With a pre-approved mortgage you will know what you can afford today. Do not jump into a home at the top of your pre-approval amount. It is important to take a look at your current lifestyle and how future changes in your circumstances could impact your payment comfort level.
You could also “stress test” for mortgage rate increases. If you are thinking a head and are concerned about your ability to make monthly payments with a possible higher mortgage rate, try a “stress test”. Try tacking on a 1 to 3 per cent rate increase. Play around with the numbers. This will help to give you a peace of mind that your home will be affordable for you both today and in the future.
As always if you require any real estate assistance do not hesitate to call upon us. Servicing the Windsor Essex areas -Riverside, Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Central Windsor, East Windsor, South Cameron, Lasalle, South Windsor, Old Walkerville, Waterfront Properties, Foreclosures and Bank Repossessed Properties. Helping Seniors and their families in the mature 55+ Windsor real estate market.
Carrie-Lynn Macleod, Broker, BA, ASA and
Mariella Buzzeo, Sales Rep., Spanish and Italian Spoken
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| Posted on Thu, 25 Feb 2010, 06:41:23 AM in Home Energy Audits in Windsor | | | | HOME ENERGY AUDITS IN WINDSOR
The Government of Ontario passed the Green Energy Act, 2009 on May 14, 2009. Part of the Act includes a section that would require Sellers in Windsor and those selling in Ontario to provide home energy ratings to Buyers. The Buyer may choose to waive looking at or requiring a home energy audit. If this is the case it would be necessary for the Buyer to put this in writing.
Despite having passed the Green Energy Act, the government has not passed the required regulations which would implement a provincial system of Mandatory Home Energy Audits. Without these regulations thus far in place, Mandatory Home Energy Audits in Windsor are not required by law. At this point the Ontario Real Estate Association OREA has been in discussions with the Ministry of Energy staff and has learned that the government has no timeline currently in place to begin consulting on draft regulations. The Ministry has assured OREA that they will be one of the first they consult if the decision is made to proceed.
We believe there will be changes in the near future to how real estate transactions are done here in Windsor with regards to Home Energy Audits and that they will be made mandatory. This will be an added cost to the Sellers. If you are thinking of Selling it may be in your best interest to sell sooner rather than later to avoid these additional costs. Mandatory Home Energy Audits are coming to Windsor...it is just a matter of when.
Servicing Windsor Essex County and Surrounding areas – Riverside, Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Central Windsor, East Windsor, South Cameron, Lasalle, South Windsor, Old Walkerville, Waterfront Properties on Riverside Dr., Waterfront Properties on Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie, Condos, Income Properties, Helping Seniors and their Families in the Windsor Real Estate Market. If you need any real estate help or would like a Sellers Home Evaluation please get in touch.
Carrie-Lynn and Mariella
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| Posted on Sat, 13 Feb 2010, 07:47:30 AM in Buying and Selling Windsor Waterfront Properties | | | | A lot of people are not aware of what the Windsor Essex Peninsula has to offer. It is Canada’s southernmost point bordered by Lake Erie, the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair. Between two Lakes and a major shipping channel we have over 100 miles of coast line.
I know that it is Canada but, the weather is not all that bad here either. We are known for seven months of short-sleeve weather, long hot summers and moderate winters. If you are looking to park your boat at the back door, buy your dream lakefront home, waterfront condo or cottage.... Windsor and its surrounding coastal communities could be the place for you!
We have some handsome properties in some quaint little towns such as Leamington, Kingsville, Amherstburg and Lasalle. These are great spots for a cottage get-a-way location. If you want to be on an island there is Pelee Island renown for wild life and birds. It has been dubbed “The Warbler Capital of North America,” because 42 of the 55 species have been sighted here. There is also Boblo Island which has been turned into a marina and resort community.
The Detroit River is one of the busiest shipping channels in the world. It is a real treat to watch the freighters go by. Some of these ships are over 1000 feet long! After living in Windsor over 15 years this still amazes me. Homes on Lake St. Clair in the Tecumseh, St. Clair Beach and Lakeshore area all have different but, spectacular views. It is a beautiful site to see the colourful sailboat spinnakers on race night.
When showing or listing any of these properties I peer out immediately to the lake or river. The kitchen always gets the last look. I am so fortunate to be able to show and sell these unique homes.
Servicing Windsor Essex County and Surrounding areas – Riverside, Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Central Windsor, East Windsor, West Windsor Waterfront, Lasalle, Amherstburg, Waterfront Properties on Riverside Dr., Waterfront Properties on Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie, Condos, Cottages. Working with Seniors and their Families. If you need any real estate help please get in touch. Carrie-Lynn and Mariella
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| Posted on Sun, 24 Jan 2010, 06:37:00 AM in My services | | | | Happy 2010! Mariella and I have been quite busy in the buying, selling and listing of homes and condos in Windsor, Ontario since the beginning of January, 2010. We are thankful for the pick up in pace. This has put me a little bit behind in my blogging duties. We will be moving our blog spot from blogger.com to this location. Please look for informative real estate news on Windsor in the days to come.
We are always here to help you with any of your real estate needs or questions. Servicing Windsor Essex County and Surrounding areas - Riverside, Tecumseh, Lakeshore, Central Windsor, East Windsor, South Cameron, Lasalle, South Windsor South, Old Walkerville, Waterfront Properties, Forclosures and Bank Repossessed Properties. We would be honoured to assist you!
Wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2010!
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