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Niagara Real Estate Market Update – December 17, 2025

The Niagara real estate market continues to show varied activity across municipalities as of December 17, 2025. This market update summarizes current inventory levels, recent sales activity, average days on market, and pricing trends using the latest 7-day and 30-day data across the Niagara Region. Niagara Region Overview Across the Niagara Region, there are 2,619 […]
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🐾 Trying to move forward in the market… but worried you’ll miss the perfect home?

As our market continue flat and often time in a downward directions a challenge that agents face is this. 🐾 Trying to move forward in the market… but worried you’ll miss the perfect home? And don’t worry — this isn’t about holding you back or telling you to wait forever. Many sellers rush to write offers […]
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Do you ever start with one simple recipe and somehow end up baking half the afternoon away? 🍞✨

Do you ever start with one simple recipe and somehow end up baking half the afternoon away? 🍞✨ Last week, I was supposed to make a single banana bread for a Christmas party. That was the plan. But somewhere between mixing bowls and oven timers, it turned into a full baking frenzy. Three banana loaves, […]
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Three commercial opportunities now available in Fort Erie…

Three commercial opportunities now available in Fort Erie… each offering strong exposure, immediate possession, and flexible zoning. Below is a quick breakdown of the key features for each property. 1767 Pettit rd – industrial | 28,447 sq. ft. • 28,447 sq. ft. on 2.31 acres • warehouse + mezzanine + office space + kitchen + […]

Niagara Region Market Stats Niagara Real Estate Market Update – December 17, 2025 The Niagara real estate market continues to show varied activity across municipalities as of December 17, 2025. This market update summarizes current inventory levels, recent sales activity, average days on market, and pricing trends using the latest 7-day and 30-day data across the Niagara Region. Niagara Region Overview Across the Niagara Region, there are 2,619 […]

Uncategorized 🐾 Trying to move forward in the market… but worried you’ll miss the perfect home? As our market continue flat and often time in a downward directions a challenge that agents face is this. 🐾 Trying to move forward in the market… but worried you’ll miss the perfect home? And don’t worry — this isn’t about holding you back or telling you to wait forever. Many sellers rush to write offers […]

Uncategorized Do you ever start with one simple recipe and somehow end up baking half the afternoon away? 🍞✨ Do you ever start with one simple recipe and somehow end up baking half the afternoon away? 🍞✨ Last week, I was supposed to make a single banana bread for a Christmas party. That was the plan. But somewhere between mixing bowls and oven timers, it turned into a full baking frenzy. Three banana loaves, […]

Uncategorized Three commercial opportunities now available in Fort Erie… Three commercial opportunities now available in Fort Erie… each offering strong exposure, immediate possession, and flexible zoning. Below is a quick breakdown of the key features for each property. 1767 Pettit rd – industrial | 28,447 sq. ft. • 28,447 sq. ft. on 2.31 acres • warehouse + mezzanine + office space + kitchen + […]

Uncategorized A simple Christmas cookie shot to celebrate the season… A simple Christmas cookie shot to celebrate the season… A sweet mix of vodka, irish cream, amaretto, and milk—easy to make and great for a holiday gathering. Pulled out the small espresso glasses tucked away in the cupboard and used them for a dessert-style shot. A rim of icing and sprinkles adds a festive […]

Uncategorized I’ve been thinking about pace. It’s December 10th… the snow is falling… and I’ve been thinking about pace. Alex and I were looking at our calendar this week — holiday plans, family time, a few gatherings. He loves having things to look forward to. I tend to lean toward quiet days in between. And the other morning, walking with Blue […]

Niagara Region Market Stats Niagara Real Estate Market Update – December 10, 2025 The latest numbers for the Niagara Region offer a clear look at current housing activity as we move deeper into December. This update highlights inventory levels, sales activity, and price averages across several communities, helping buyers and sellers understand how the market is functioning this week. Across the Niagara Region, there are 2,746 active listings, […]

Real Estate features Choosing the Right Condo Type for Your Lifestyle Ontario offers several condo ownership structures, and understanding their differences helps buyers choose what suits them best. The Condo Reference Guide breaks these into four main categories: Standard, Phased, Vacant Land, and POTL. Standard condos offer shared amenities and predictable maintenance costs. Vacant land condos appeal to those wanting independence with some shared services. POTL […]

Uncategorized Do you have that one appetizer everyone asks you to bring? 🦀✨ Do you have that one appetizer everyone asks you to bring? 🦀✨ Last weekend, I made my go-to crab and shrimp dip — a recipe I originally found on YouTube (I’ll link the video below). It’s one of those easy, reliable dishes that always gets comments when I bring it to a dinner party. Simple […]

Uncategorized ⚠️ What if the fear of missing out is the thing causing the wrong decisions? ⚠️ What if the fear of missing out is the thing causing the wrong decisions? This isn’t about saying no to great homes. Sellers panic because they think a home will disappear if they don’t react immediately. But until you’re sold, you can’t buy it anyway. Rushing leads to premium pricing, unrealistic expectations, and stress. […]

Real Estate features What the Latest CMHC Data Means for Niagara Sellers Months of inventory across Niagara have climbed, as indicated on page 16 of the CMHC Symposium report. Semi-detached dwellings now show 10.6 months of inventory, while townhomes and single-detached homes are at 6.8 and 6.9 months respectively. For sellers, this means longer market times and greater need for strategic positioning. Benchmark prices (page 15) continue to decline year-over-year but remain above pre-pandemic […]

Real Estate features Big Change in Canada’s Federal Budget 🇨🇦 (Good News for U.S. Property Owners) Just a quick update from this week’s Federal Budget here in Canada: The government has officially removed the 1% Underused Housing Tax starting in 2025 and onward. This tax previously applied to many non-resident owners — including Americans with property in Canada. If you or someone you know owns a home here, this is helpful news and removes […]

Real Estate features Bill 60: What Investors Should Pay Attention To Ontario’s Bill 60, the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act (2025), introduces several changes to landlord-tenant processes. These include: • Unpaid rent notices shortened to 7 days (from 15) • Personal-use evictions now require 120 days’ notice, with compensation no longer mandatory • Appeal windows reduced to 15 days • Adjustments to fixed-term lease renewals For investors, these changes mean more predictable […]

Real Estate features CMHC Data: Niagara Rental Market Shifting The CMHC Symposium charts show an interesting shift in Niagara’s rental landscape. Page 7 indicates that advertised rents in St. Catharines–Niagara fell by 4.9% year-over-year, reflecting cooling rental demand. One major contributor is increased supply. Page 8 shows 16 purpose-built rental units per 10,000 population currently under construction in the region—significantly more than prior years. At the same […]

Uncategorized Do you ever just look in your fridge and let the ingredients decide the meal? 🍽️ Do you ever just look in your fridge and let the ingredients decide the meal? 🍽️ Last week, I had boneless chicken breasts to use up, some green beans, kale… and a memory of the Chicken Cordon Bleu my mom used to make when we were young. I didn’t have the traditional ingredients, so I […]

Uncategorized ⭐ Two-Week Real Estate Wrap-Up ⭐ Two-Week Real Estate Wrap-Up A busy and productive couple of weeks across Fort Erie and Niagara.Here’s what’s been happening lately: 🔑 Firm Deals – Congratulations! 466 Belleaire Blvd (Seller & Buyer)18 Court St70 Dodds Court So happy for everyone involved — thank you for the trust. 🏁 Closed Deals 75 Ventura Dr #5116 Meadowbrook […]

Real Estate features What Buyers Should Know About POTL Properties POTL (Parcel of Tied Land) properties blend freehold ownership with shared access to common elements such as private roads or shared utilities. According to the Condo Reference Guide, POTL properties can be identified by terms like “CECC,” “undivided interest in common elements,” or “POTL.” Although owners hold the freehold land, they also share responsibility for the operating costs […]

Uncategorized White Christmas Margarita… White Christmas Margarita… the first holiday cocktail of December. Thirsty Thursday always feels different this month. A little more festive. A little more playful. A little more magical in the kitchen. I picked up my Christmas hat at the market last weekend… couldn’t resist matching it to the apron. December invites that kind of fun. […]

Real Estate features Understanding Condo Types in Ontario: A Quick Guide Condo terminology can be confusing for buyers and even agents. The Century 21 Condo, POTL & Vacant Land Condo Reference Guide provides clear distinctions. Standard Condominiums: These are the most common and include individual units plus common elements such as hallways and amenities. They are identified by legal descriptions containing “UNIT,” “LEVEL,” and the condo plan number. […]

Uncategorized If the pace of your business has slowed down… maybe that’s exactly what’s supposed to happen. If the pace of your business has slowed down… maybe that’s exactly what’s supposed to happen. I’m out walking with Blue this morning, just thinking about the ebb and flow of real estate. It’s early December — and naturally, things start to slow. Deals still happen (they always do), but the energy shifts. There were […]

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