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22 years in this business — and I’m still learning what truly matters.
22 years in this business — and I’m still learning what truly matters.
Here’s a reminder I needed this week… and maybe you do too.
I’ve always done my best to stay in touch with past clients.
But as the years go on and the database grows, it gets harder.
Not because I don’t care — but because time moves fast and business is full.
A few months ago, I ran into a client I hadn’t seen since their closing.
It was a tough transaction, and while I followed up early on,
I didn’t go back.
And they let me know they noticed.
They felt… forgotten.
I didn’t get defensive.
I got reflective.
Since then, I’ve made it a point to reconnect —
Even if it’s just stopping by.
Even if the deal had bumps.
Because the truth is:
People want to feel remembered.
Not just at the sale —
but after.
💬 If you’re in any service business — real estate, sales, or support —
don’t underestimate the power of circling back.
They’ll appreciate it more than you know.
Follow for more real-life reflections from the heart of real estate.
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Foodie Friday: My pro tip for perfect baked chicken wings 🍗🔥
Foodie Friday: My pro tip for perfect baked chicken wings 🍗🔥
If you’re hosting for the next Bills game — or just craving good wings —
this one’s for you.
Here’s my go-to method:
• Dry your wings thoroughly.
• Shake in pancake mix seasoned with cayenne, paprika, garlic + onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Bake in the oven at 400°F for about 40 minutes, turning a few times.
• Finish by shaking them in melted butter and hot sauce.
They come out crispy, golden, and game-day ready. 🙌
Simple. Delicious. Crowd-approved.
👇 Save this for your next potluck or game night!
Go Bills! 💙❤️
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🏦 Mortgage Rates Show Signs of Relief
Good news for borrowers — mortgage rates edged lower by the end of October 2025.
Best advertised rates:
- 3-Year Fixed: 3.89% insured | 3.94% uninsured
- 5-Year Fixed: 3.69% insured | 3.99% uninsured
- 5-Year Variable: 3.45% insured | 3.90% uninsured
The Bank of Canada policy rate remains at 2.25%, with a prime rate of 4.45%.
Lower rates may encourage new activity, but remember —
affordability still depends on qualification rules and personal finances.
Ever step away from dinner for just a minute too long?
Ever step away from dinner for just a minute too long
and come back to find it burnt? 🔥
I’ve done it — answering one quick email,
taking one more call…
and suddenly, what could’ve been perfect is overdone.
🏡 The same thing happens in real estate.
Sellers wait too long to adjust,
and while they’re deciding, buyers move on.
By the time the price changes,
the market’s already shifted —
and now you’re chasing it downhill.
In both cooking and real estate,
timing is everything.
When your listing is fresh and priced right,
you stay in control.
📲 Thinking of selling before the holidays?
Let’s get your timing — and your strategy — just right.
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It’s Thirsty Thursday 🍸
It’s Thirsty Thursday 🍸
And this week’s cocktail is one you’ll want to save… the Hillcrest Martini.
A little gin, a splash of St-Germain, a squeeze of lemon 🍋 and just a sploosh of Sauvignon Blanc.
It’s light, refreshing — and oddly tastes like a sour gummy bear (yes, really).
Perfect for kicking off your weekend in style ✨
Cheers from Fort Erie 🥂
Haveyou tried a Hillcrest Martini?
Share your experience in the comments.
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The Niagara Market by the Numbers
As of October 2025, Niagara continues to shift toward a buyer’s market.
Inventory is up sharply, prices are trending lower, and overall sales volume remains modest.
Highlights:
- Inventory reached multi-decade highs in fall 2025.
- The MLS® Home Price Index fell nearly 7% year-over-year.
- Sales dipped again in September—500 units versus 532 in August.
While this gives buyers more choice, it also challenges sellers to price strategically.
Market knowledge and timing are key to success on both sides of the table.
The following chart displays the MLS number of sales for 12 months to October 31,, 2025 vs. 12 months prior. The chart also shows the HPI prices to help uncover the trend from one year to the next.
The above stats are based in whole or in part on MLS® System data owned by the Niagara Association of REALTORS® and CREA
🎟️ GIVEAWAY ALERT! ✨
🎟️ GIVEAWAY ALERT! ✨
We’re giving away 4 tickets for this Saturday’s Meteor event — and entering couldn’t be easier! 🌠 @fe.meteors
Here’s how to enter:
1️⃣ Make sure you’re following @barbara.scarlett.broker
2️⃣ Like this post ❤️
3️⃣ Comment “Meteors” below 🌙
That’s it! You’ll be entered into the raffle,
and the winner will be announced this Friday!
Perfect for a night out under the stars 🌌
— don’t miss your chance!
Tag a friend you’d bring along 🌠👇
#FortErieLife #NiagaraRegion #Giveaway #ContestAlert #MeteorEvent #FortErieEvents #BarbaraScarlettTeam #CommunityConnection #WeekendPlans #LocalEventsNiagara #NiagaraLiving #LakeErieLife #SimpleJoys #LifeInBalance #JoyInTheJourney
“I Think It’s Worth It,” But No Sale Yet?
When a property isn’t selling, the issue often isn’t just price—it’s perspective.
Saying “I think it’s worth it” reflects emotion, not market evidence.
Here’s the truth:
Value is determined by comparable sales, buyer demand, and time on market.
If buyers aren’t showing up or making offers, the market is speaking clearly:
at that price, they don’t see enough value.
To stay competitive:
- Price using current sales data, not wishful thinking.
- Watch traffic and feedback during the first 2–3 weeks.
- Adjust quickly if results are weak—today’s market changes fast.
Buyers don’t pay for what you spent or need—they pay for what your home is worth now.
The only real measure of value is what a ready, willing, and able buyer will pay today.
Halloween 2025 🎃 — what a night!
Halloween 2025 🎃 — what a night!
Friday evening was full of energy —
trick-or-treaters everywhere,
friends dropping by,
and plenty of laughter (and candy) to go around. 🍬
Alex, I, and a few close friends spent the night
soaking up the fun,
handing out treats,
and enjoying the buzz of Halloween in our neighbourhood. 👻
It’s always such a great reminder
of how connected our community feels —
kids in costumes, parents chatting,
and everyone just enjoying the moment.
Now that the pumpkins are packed away
and the candy bowls are nearly empty…
we’re already looking forward to next year. 🧡
How did you celebrate Halloween this weekend?
👇 Share your favourite costume or moment!
#HalloweenRecap #FortErieLife #BarbaraScarlettTeam #NiagaraRegion #CommunityConnection #SimpleJoys #LifeInBalance #JoyInTheJourney #FortErieEvents #SpookySeason #BalancedLiving #NeighbourhoodVibes #LocalLiving #RealEstateLifestyle #TeamScarlett
❓Looking for an affordable bungalow in a quiet Fort Erie neighbourhood? 🏡
❓Looking for an affordable bungalow in a quiet Fort Erie neighbourhood? 🏡
This solid 3-bedroom brick home is tucked away on a premium pie-shaped lot at the end of a well-established cul-de-sac — offering privacy, comfort, and unbeatable value. Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or families wanting move-in-ready living close to everything.
✨ Key Features:
- 3 + 1 bedrooms | 1 bathroom
- Premium pie-shaped lot with mature landscaping 🌳
- Fully fenced backyard (new 2022) – expansive and private
- One block from a great neighbourhood school 🏫
- Eat-in kitchen with window overlooking the yard
- Bright living room with picture window + hardwood floors
- Finished lower level with rec room + large 4th bedroom
- Sunroom for added living or hobby space
- Private driveway with parking for 4 cars
- Updated mechanicals: furnace, A/C, hot water heater, and windows 🔧
- Dry basement with sump pump and 100-amp breakers
📍 18 Court Street, Fort Erie
💰 $450,000
📞 Barbara Scarlett, Broker | Century 21 Heritage House Ltd.
905-329-2854
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