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Heather MacDonald’s Blog

A creative mind never rests, is always alert and ready for opportunity. Change the way you look at things, and the things you look at change.

My Blog intends to share insights, facts, and inspiration for people that appreciate being empowered to choose where they live, how they live, and how they invest in real estate.

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Don’t Miss – Leaf Pick up Time!

Don’t Miss – Leaf Pick up Time!

Did you ever wonder the criteria the City uses to determine on which streets to provide Leaf Pick up Service?  Well, it turns out that if your street is more than 35 years old, and has many large mature trees you win the prize! If you've lived on such a street for a...

Market Activity – Strong Finish

Market Activity – Strong Finish

Results for October 2020

As we start to close out the Fall market for real estate sales, the results show the strength of buying and selling activity.  It has sustained itself since coming out of lockdown in March/April/May of this year.  There is now a wide variation in which types of housing are most in-demand, and certainly, rentals have lost market value and it’s very price competitive.  Detached homes have been moving strongly, which has been well supported by the interest rates especially for people who have had job security with no real break in their financial pattern.  This is not true for everyone for sure.

The Hunt is ON! Show & Tell

The Hunt is ON! Show & Tell

Join us as we set out to show the properties that our clients will consider buying. They are pre-approved, we know in detail what they need, desire, and what is likely a good fit on all counts. At the center of everything, along with affordability is lifestyle. What makes your heart beat? Let’s go find that in your next place you call home!

Change Your Nest, Enable Your Life

Change Your Nest, Enable Your Life

Change your nest, enable your life. It seems like an unnecessary change or challenge, but the reality is it is an enabler of life. New, fresh air to lift your spirits and make life easier and comfortable. People say “keep it simple” for a reason.

For Sale 1837 Medallion Court

For Sale 1837 Medallion Court

Big House in a Big-Hearted Neighbourhood With just over 3,000 sq.ft. of living space and situated on a court in a wonderful pocket of the neighbourhood, this home smiles big and says "pick me...no regrets"!  You can check out the tour right now if you want, or just...

Finding Your Future 11 a.m. Oct 3, 2020

Finding Your Future 11 a.m. Oct 3, 2020

We all struggle with "What Next?" at different points in our life. Some times we don't know how to talk about changes that are upon us.  What you will get from this workshop: 1) Inspiration 2) Insight 3) Practical Advice and Talking Points, PLUS 4) 2 autographed books...

For Sale – 5 Wanita Rd, Port Credit

For Sale – 5 Wanita Rd, Port Credit

Life in Port Credit doesn't get much better, steps from the beach and Waterfront Trail, and a short walk to the village, GO Train, shopping, and schools.  As an investor or a person considering a home that is just the right size, this is a fast disappearing option in...