What's going on this weekend?   March 17th | St. Patrick's Day 2023 This friday, head out to your local bar and grab yourself a green beer or festive drink! So many local pubs, bars and restuarants have something going on so check them out!   March 18th | Sarnia Sting vs Kingston | 7:05pm PASA Come on out this Saturday and cheer on your loc ...

        With the arrival of summer, it's a great time to find areas where you can maximize value in your home. Whether making repairs or improvements, you can make your property all the more appealing.   Here are 12 Summer Projects to Increase Your Home's Value.   1. Declutter Your Home     Declut ...

  There were 423 active listings in June, and 197 sold totaling just above $74 million in sales volume, the average sale price was around $385 thousand, vs $327.5 thousand in June 2019, which is a 17.5% increase. 52% of those sold were in the $200,000 to $400,000 price range.   There were 38 more homes on the market in June 2020 than June ...

  When selling your home in Sarnia-Lambton there are many things you have to think about as a seller. Receiving a substantial appraisal, shouldn’t have to be one - leave that to us!        Here at The Blue Coast Team, we know the importance of avoiding a low appraisal. We want the least amount of problems with your home sa ...

  As a real estate investor, it's essential to know how to evaluate potential investments. One critical tool in your arsenal is the cap rate. In this blog post, we'll explain what cap rates are, how they're calculated, and how you can use them to make informed investment decisions.   What Are Cap Rates? Cap rates, or capitalization rates, are ...

  Are you ready to enjoy your retirement years and looking for a housing solution that offers affordability, low maintenance, social opportunities, and security? Consider buying a home in a 55+ community. In this article, we’ll take a look at the benefits of living in a 55+ community and how it can benefit you.   Amenities Galore When y ...

What's going on this weekend? April 21st - 23rd April 21 | Coffee Time | 460 Christina St. N West Lambton Community Health Centre invites you to Coffee Time on Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Cardiac Rehab Site-460 Christina St. N. Parking at the back of the building, off of Maxwell. Join us for coffee and conversation, free of charge. Anyone i ...

  Top Ten Patio Trends for 2023 A Dreamy Garden Shed (That Doubles as an Office) As Virginia Woolf once said: “A woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write” (preferably with a good coffeemaker and manservant). Ok, maybe not that last part. This glorious garden shed doubles as a home office. Floral designer and ...

  Sales: 152 (+10.1% from April 2022)   Dollar Volume: $87,413,762 (+7.6% up from April 2022)   New Listings: 184 (-8.9% from April 2022)   Active listings: 300 (-105.5% from April 2022)   Average Price: $575,091 (-2.3% from April 2022)   Sale to List Price Ratio: 98.7 (114.2 in April 2022)     Breakd ...

    Sales: 163 (+10.4% vs May 2022)   Dollar Volume: $90,843,203 (-12.7% vs May 2022)   New Listings: 280 (+8.9% vs May 2022)   Active Listings: 345 (+81.6% vs May 2022)   Average Price: $557,320 (-2.6% vs May 2022)   Sale to List Price Ratio: 99.2% (vs 107.2% in May 2022)   Sarnia North End: Act ...

  Are you ready to enjoy your retirement years and looking for a housing solution that offers affordability, low maintenance, social opportunities, and security? Consider buying a home in a 55+ community. In this article, we’ll take a look at the benefits of living in a 55+ community and how it can benefit you.   Amenities When you buy ...

  Totals for Sarnia-Lambton:   Sales Activity: June 2023: 183 properties sold (+22.8% YoY)June 2022: Approximately 149 properties sold   Dollar Volume: June 2023: $96.7 million (+17.3% YoY)June 2022: Approximately $82.4 million New Listings: June 2023: 296 new listings (-7.2% YoY)June 2022: Approximately 319 new listings   ...

  How the Seasons Impact Real Estate Embarking on a journey through the real estate market of Ontario, especially in the Sarnia-Lambton area, is like navigating the changing seasons – each with its distinct flavor and opportunities. From the serene hush of winter to the vibrant hustle of summer, the real estate landscape transforms, offering u ...

  Introduction Have you ever wondered what transpires when your mortgage term finally reaches its conclusion? Is it time for a celebration, or perhaps an accolade? Maybe you've heard the buzzword 'refinancing' and are keen to understand what it entails. Today, we're going to unpack the various avenues you can explore when your mortgage term comes to ...

  For first-time home buyers, navigating the complex world of mortgages can seem daunting. Financial jargon, multiple institutions, and diverse mortgage products can make the process feel like a steep mountain to climb. However, fear not, because with the right guidance, you can find your way with ease. Today, we're going to address some commonly as ...

  December had 328 active listings and 105 sold, totalling $50 million in sales volume. Compare this to December 2020 where we had 105 homes sold, totalling $40 million dollars in sales volume.   December 2021 had an average of 24 days to sell, versus last December where it took an average of 24 days to sell. The average sale price was around ...

    What are we looking at here today on This Week in Housing?   Real estate mistakes to avoid... candidates running in the upcoming provincial election & their stances on affordable housing... the new federally proposed anti-flipping tax & more!     Provincial Election & Affordable Housing It's a ...

  You are ready to buy a new home, and that could mean downsizing or moving into a bigger home. We have over 300 real estate agents in Sarnia-Lambton. With such a big selection of realtors, how are you going to select the most qualified agent to sell your home? Here are 7 questions your need to ask your listing agent.     ...

      475 active listings   May 2021: 221 sales, and $101.9 million in volume.   May 2022: 183 sales, and $101.8 million in volume.   38 fewer sales, but only $180 thousand dollars less in volume. Average Number of Days to Sell:   May 2021: 14   May 2022: 16 Average sale price:   May 2021: ...

  Social Media: The Most Powerful Tool for Listing Your Home   Marketing is the process companies use to get people interested in something they both want and need. When you list your home, your goal is to have some interested buyers after the home has been marketed. But when weighing all the different ways you can market your home t ...