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What's going on this weekend? May 5th-7th

May 02, 2023

What's going on this weekend? May 5th-7th

What's going on this weekend? May 5th | Tarzan: The Stage Musical | Imperial Theatre Based on Disney’s epic animated musical adventure and Edgar Rice Burrough’s Tarzan of the Apes, Tarzan features heart-pumping music by rock legend, Phil Collins, and a book by Tony Award-winning playwright, David Henry Hwang. High-flying excitement and hits, ...

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What's going on this weekend? May 19th - 21st

May 17, 2023

What's going on this weekend? May 19th - 21st

  What's going on this weekend?   May 19th | Refined Fool Karaoke Night | 137 Davis St. Do you like Karaoke? Who doesn't like to sing their fave songs in front of random strangers?!Join us the third Thursday of the month for Karaoke Night Refined Fool style.Hosted by our own Davey DooStarts at 8pm learn more: https://www.refinedfool.com ...

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What's going on this weekend? June 2nd - 4th

May 31, 2023

What's going on this weekend? June 2nd - 4th

  June 2nd | Sunset Cruisin Night | Duc D'Orleans II | 7:30pm Sunset cruise on DUC D’Orleans boarding tickets $30 Music by 10 Beach Drive in support of O’Hana Landing - transitional housing located in Sarnia for youth 16 to 24 Call Terry for tickets   June 3rd | Eric Johnston @ Imperial City Brew House The Eric Johnston &ldqu ...

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What's going on this weekend? June 9th - 11th

Jun 08, 2023

What's going on this weekend? June 9th - 11th

  June 10th | Rumblefish Rockin the River Cruise pt1 Rumblefish continues the tradition of rockin the river cruises again in 2023Saturday June 10th join us for a fun filled 3 hour cruise aboard the Duc D’Orleans and enjoy some great live music and cold beverages!Contact and rumblefish member for ticketsText 519-466-0597 or emailTickets are $3 ...

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The Limitations of a Home Inspection

Aug 10, 2023

The Limitations of a Home Inspection

  A home inspector's role is to thoroughly inspect and evaluate hundreds of components of a home, including its structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling systems, and more. Despite the comprehensive nature of a home inspection, it's possible that some tougher-to-spot issues may still slip by. This is why it's important to understand ...

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Condo Life

Aug 03, 2023

Condo Life

  Condominiums are a popular housing option for many people, offering a unique blend of community living and low-maintenance living. But before making the decision to buy a condo, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of this housing option. People love condos for various reasons, as they offer a unique living experience that appeals t ...

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Step 10: Celebrate and Move

May 12, 2022

Step 10: Celebrate and Move

  You did it! You found your dream home and your offer was accepted. Congratulations to you and your family. Now it's time to complete the last step of the home buying process, where you Celebrate & Move.       Celebrate You just made one of the biggest and most important purchases of your life! That's why we always enc ...

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Ryan Out Loud - This Week in Housing (May 11th, 2022)

May 11, 2022

Ryan Out Loud - This Week in Housing (May 11th, 2022)

  Low value on appraisals, real estate FOMO, how to get your finances in order, affordable housing, and Old Lake Shore Road. That's this Week in Housing.     1) Low Appraisals What happens on an appraised value when it comes up short? Especially with the market changing right now. If an appraisal does come lower than your purchase pri ...

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Step 9: Closing Day

May 05, 2022

Step 9: Closing Day

  You're about to cross the finish line of the home buying process! This is Step 9 of the Home Buying Process... Closing Day!     So, what is closing day? It's the day when the deal is complete and you take ownership of the home.   What needs to happen on or before closing day? You have the option to do a final walk-though if y ...

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April 2022 Housing Market Update for Sarnia-Lambton

May 04, 2022

April 2022 Housing Market Update for Sarnia-Lambton

  372 active listings in April   April 2021: 216 sales, and $100 million in volume.   April 2022: 141 sales, and $84 million in volume.       Average Number of Days to Sell   April 2021: 16   April 2022: 13 Average sale price:   April 2021: $460,000   April 2022: $600,000   &nbs ...

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Ryan Out Loud - This Week in Housing (May 3rd, 2022)

May 03, 2022

Sarnia, bluewater bridge, lake huron, real estate, housing market, homes sarnia   This Week In Housing is Sean Ryan's personal breakdown of current events relating to real estate in Sarnia-Lambton, Ontario and Canada.     Let's look at the foreign buyer tax that's going all throughout the province. Let's look at open versus closed bidding ...

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Step 8: Meeting with a Lawyer

Apr 28, 2022

Step 8: Meeting with a Lawyer

  You are so close to owning the home you had an accepted offer on. But unless a deal is legally binding, it simply isn't a solid deal. That's why we're jumping right into Step 8, where you will meet with your lawyer!     This is an important step in the home buying process, and one that you can't skip. At the Blue Coast Team, we work ...

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Step 7: Fulfilling Conditions

Apr 13, 2022

Step 7: Fulfilling Conditions

When we left off, you had looked at a property and decided to put in an offer. Your offer was presented, and now the seller has accepted the offer! But things aren't finished yet! If conditions aren't met, the deal could fall through. This takes us to Step 7: Fulfilling Conditions.         What is a condition/contingency? Any ...

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Step 6: Making an Offer

Apr 12, 2022

Step 6: Making an Offer

    Things just got real. You got inside and viewed some homes, and found one that you want for your own. Now it's time to try and make this home yours, and that means it is time to make an offer.     Determining How Much a Property is Worth How do we determine how much we should offer? Your buyer will need to know the Fair M ...

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Accounting, Taxes & Bookkeeping Tips for Entrepreneurs with ...

Apr 07, 2022

Accounting, Taxes & Bookkeeping Tips for Entrepreneurs with ...

        What is the difference between an accountant versus a pop-up tax service?   Knowledge When tax season rolls around, many people find themselves scrambling to get their paperwork in order. Some opt to use a pop-up tax service, while others choose to work with an accountant. So, what is the difference between these two ...

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March 2022 Housing Market Update for Sarnia-Lambton

Apr 01, 2022

March 2022 Housing Market Update for Sarnia-Lambton

March 2022 Housing Market Update.     There were 372 active listings in March 2022, and we had 157 sales & $84 million in volume.   Compare this to March 2021 where we had 188 sales, & $88 million in volume.   It took an average of 13 days to sell, versus March 2021 where it took 23 days to sell on ...

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Step 5: Viewing Properties

Mar 29, 2022

Step 5: Viewing Properties

  When we left off we had just set up alerts and notifications for when any homes that match your wish list appear. You kept an eye out for homes that interested you. Now that you've found some potential properties that fit your budget and wish list, it's time to start taking a closer look.   Today, we're on Step 5 of the Home B ...

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Step 4: Alerts & Notifications

Mar 24, 2022

Step 4: Alerts & Notifications

  You just finished making a wishlist on all the things you want and need in a home. Now those listings have to be sent to you. This takes us to Step 4 where we will set up Alerts & Notifications.     Now that your realtor has all the information of your wants and needs from your wishlist it’s time to ...

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Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Realtor Over for Sale By Owner

Mar 14, 2022

Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Realtor Over for Sale By Owner

    There are pros and cons to selling your home by yourself. On the one hand, you can save some money. But on the other hand, you might not get as good of a price for your home, and you might not have as much help in terms of getting your home ready for sale or finding a buyer. Here are the Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Realtor Over for Sale By Own ...

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Step 3: Creating Your Real Estate Wish List

Mar 10, 2022

Step 3: Creating Your Real Estate Wish List

    You've found a realtor, and you know how much you can afford since you've been pre-approved for a mortgage. With this info, you're ready to move on to the next step. Today, we're going to look at Step 3 in the 10 Steps of the Home Buying Process: Creating Your Real Estate Wishlist.     Making your wishlist is one of the mo ...

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