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Real Estate features • 16 January 2026

Strategy Over Speed — How 2026 Rewards Thoughtful Moves

by Barbara Scarlett
Strategy over speed in the Fort Erie real estate market for 2026

The defining feature of today’s market is not fear — it’s discernment. Buyers take time. Sellers need clarity. Fast decisions are no longer rewarded the way they once were.

This environment favours those who understand timing, value, and positioning. It penalizes rushed decisions and emotional pricing.

2026 is shaping up to be a year where informed planning outperforms urgency. Those who slow down often move forward more confidently.

For calm, strategic real estate guidance, watch my Value Series on Instagram or YouTube.

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