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by Steph
19July
2010

Staging Barrie Condominiums: It’s not what you think it is!

Many people have the misconception that staging is simply adding decorative elements to make the home “pretty”.  Some even call it “house fluffing”. Nothing could be further from the truth.

Barrie Condominium staging is the process used to prepare property for sale, regardless of price, or location. Stephanie Adams from the Barrie Condo Team states “staging [...]

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by Steph
21June
2010

Buying a condo in Barrie? A Comparative Market Analysis Report Can Help

When you’re searching for that perfect condo in Barrie, it’s smart to work directly with a Realtor® that focuses on condos. It’s their job to make sure you’re getting the right condo for your lifestyle, and getting it at the right price.
If you’re in the market, you’ve probably already looked around at a few Barrie [...]

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by Steph
30May
2010

Barrie Condominiums: Find the Right Condo For You!

You want to own a condominium in Barrie—you’ve decided that much. But you’ve still have a lot of decisions and factors to consider before you’re done shopping. Handing your wish-list over to a Barrie Condo Realtor is the fastest way to get exactly what you’re looking for.
Your first, and maybe, biggest consideration is location. Locking down [...]

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by Steph
5May
2010

Nautica Condominiums Update

Nautica Condominiums, the “Jewel of the Waterfront” is nearing completion in June 2010.
Final touches are being applied all around, and occupancy for the North Tower is scheduled for late May to early June. There are 4 units left to be sold by the developer in the north Nautica condo tower, where you may still have the [...]

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by Steph
27February
2010

Barrie Condos & Townhomes – Places To Grow

With the new Province of Ontario’s “Places to Grow” program, and as the largest city centre in Simcoe County, Barrie’s condo and townhome developments will continue to expand. The province’s growth plan under “Places to Grow” outlines the need for better policies and management to control growth and urban sprawl, while protecting the natural environment [...]

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by Steph
18February
2010

What Barrie Condo Buyers Need to Know About Condo Status Certificates

If you’re a first time Barrie condo buyer, you may not know what a status certificate is. Trust us, it’s definitely in your best interest to find out– They’re there to protect you.
Your condo status certificate ensures all your questions are answered, and all your expectations are met. It’s a document that maps out all [...]

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by Steph
27January
2010

Barrie Condos: Staging your condo before listing in the Barrie MLS

Staging condos has become an important part of the condo marketing and selling process, and there are professionals that specialize in this area. There are a few things you can do yourself with your Realtor® to stage your Barrie Condo before listing it in the Barrie MLS that will add a professional touch.
Size matters – Especially when [...]

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by Steph
22December
2009

Condos In Barrie: Condo Management = Great Condo Life

In Barrie, the condo manager acts as the corporation’s liaison so you, the unit owner, have a direct line to the building’s decision-makers. Barrie condo managers have a big job: they handle everything from owner issues, to ensuring payment is made to the professionals called in for maintenance and repair tasks.
It can be a tough [...]

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by Steph
22November
2009

Barrie Condos: Condo Fees & Mortgages

When it comes time to consider a condo in Barrie for sale or condo townhome, there’s one thing many people overlook or may not be aware of if they’ve been homeowners for a while, and that’s how condo fees are factored into your mortgage calculation.
Lenders add half of your condo fees into the debt calculation [...]

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by Steph
22November
2009

Thinking of the Barrie Condo Lifestyle?

Whether you’re a first‐time buyer or a seasoned homeowner looking for a change in lifestyle, there are a few things you need to research before you consider making an offer on that great condo in Barrie.

Determine what building is right for you: As the City of Barrie has grown, so has the number of condominium developments [...]

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