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Uncategorized ⏳ Why patience matters more than ever when selling today   ⏳ Why patience matters more than ever when selling today Longer market times are catching many sellers off guard. If a home hasn’t sold yet, it’s easy to assume something is wrong. But today’s buyers take longer. They compare more. They move more cautiously. That doesn’t mean your listing isn’t being seen. Progress isn’t […]
Uncategorized Foodie Friday — Dinner at Dario’s  🍝❄️ Do you have a restaurant that feels authentic the moment you walk in? I arrived at Dario’s Family Owned & Operated Restaurant a little early — Alex was driving back in from the city through the snow — so I grabbed a seat, caught up on some work, and waited. Alex arrived, said hello to […]
Uncategorized Friday Wrap-Up 🎥 Friday Wrap-Up 🎥 Another productive week across the Fort Erie market — steady movement, strategic pricing, and continued opportunity for buyers preparing for their next move. ✔ Accepted Offer — 32 Sunrise Court This Ridgeway property is now conditionally sold with an accepted offer in place. Momentum continues early in the year, and we’ll watch […]
Uncategorized Thirsty Thursday… 🍹 Thirsty Thursday… 🍹 Meet the Tropical Berry Bloom — bright, refreshing, and quietly reminding me that warmer days are ahead. Made with gin (my current favourite), pineapple juice, and homemade raspberry simple syrup… it’s light, slightly sparkling, and perfect for a cozy winter evening when you’re craving just a hint of tropical. Honestly — this […]
Uncategorized Big congratulations to all of my peers at Century 21 Heritage House.   The past few years in real estate have tested all of us. Through shifting markets, uncertainty, and constant change, this extraordinary group continued to show up each day with professionalism, resilience, and a deep commitment to their clients. There is a great deal to be proud of in what was accomplished together. To my […]
Uncategorized Have you ever finished making something and thought… why didn’t I film that? 🍓🍸 Have you ever finished making something and thought… why didn’t I film that? 🍓🍸 I was just about to film Thirsty Thursday when the recipe called for a raspberry simple syrup. So I made it. Gave it a taste. And immediately realized this part deserved its own moment. If you’ve never made simple syrup at […]
Uncategorized 📌 Why staying listed matters more in today’s market 📌 Why staying listed matters more in today’s market Longer market times don’t mean buyers aren’t paying attention. They mean buyers are taking longer to decide. Today’s buyers watch the market closely. They track price changes, compare options, and take time to absorb information before acting. That process can feel like inactivity — but it […]
Uncategorized Foodie Friday — Dinner at @lakehousedining Foodie Friday — Dinner at The Lakeshore 🍽️ Do you have a place you keep coming back to… no matter the season? Alex was parking the car while I grabbed a quick clip — we were heading in for dinner at The Lakeshore Restaurant & Grill, one of our long-time favourites here in town. We […]
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Uncategorized Thirsty Thursday  Thirsty Thursday  And today, we’re doing something a little unexpected… Meet the Indigo Orange Martini — also known as the Jasmine Cocktail. Citrusy. Slightly bitter. Soft pink in the glass, with just enough edge to keep it interesting. This one surprised me. Campari usually isn’t my go-to, but paired with gin, lemon, and a hint of orange… […]
Uncategorized Have you ever tried something at home and thought… why didn’t I do this sooner? 🧈 Have you ever tried something at home and thought… why didn’t I do this sooner? 🧈 This was my first time making homemade butter — and honestly, I couldn’t believe how simple it was. A few small mishaps along the way (to be expected), but once it came together, it really did cut like butter. […]
Uncategorized ⏳ Why waiting for spring doesn’t always speed things up ⏳ Why waiting for spring doesn’t always speed things up Longer market times have changed how timing really works. A common belief I hear is: “I’ll just relaunch in spring and things will move faster.” But waiting doesn’t shorten market time — it often just shifts it. Spring brings more listings, more comparisons, and more […]
Uncategorized 🇮🇹🍝Do you ever forget how lucky we are living so close to Buffalo? 🇮🇹🍝Do you ever forget how lucky we are living so close to Buffalo? From the time I was young, I always knew what a privilege it was to live in Fort Erie — with easy access to Buffalo and beyond. Sometimes it’s just as quick (and just as easy) to head over the bridge as […]
Uncategorized Friday wrap-up in Fort Erie! 🗝️ Friday wrap-up in Fort Erie! 🗝️ From entry-level bungalows to sleek new-build bungalofts, here’s what’s hitting the market this weekend. 🏠 The Weekend Lineup: * 801 Burwell St | $489,900 (New) Modern Ashton Homes bungaloft. 3 beds, main-floor primary, and a covered porch. * 690 Bridge St | $349,900 Detached bungalow on a massive lot. […]
Uncategorized Niagara is frozen solid right now… Niagara is frozen solid right now… so today we’re drinking like it’s spring. 🌱🍸 This Cucumber Mint Gin Gimlet is fresh, bright, and exactly what I’ve been craving after all this snow. Cool cucumber, fresh mint, lemon, a touch of simple syrup — and gin. It’s light. It’s crisp. It tastes like warmer days are […]
Uncategorized Ever start with a spotless kitchen… and decide to mess it up on purpose? 🧈 Ever start with a spotless kitchen… and decide to mess it up on purpose? 🧈 That was me here — trying homemade butter for the very first time. No recipe confidence. No idea how messy it would get. Just curiosity and a mixer. Whipping cream turned into whipped cream… then stayed there longer than expected. […]
Uncategorized 📉 Why fewer buyers doesn’t mean less opportunity 📉 Why fewer buyers doesn’t mean less opportunity Many sellers assume spring is better simply because there are more buyers. What often gets missed is that spring also brings more listings. More listings mean more comparisons. More comparisons mean slower decisions. And more negotiating power shifts to buyers. When everything is competing at once, attention […]
Uncategorized The Fox Shop + Koko & Jinx   Do you ever set out to do one thing… and the day unfolds into something else entirely? I was down on Jarvis Street last week doing some business and thought I’d pop into The Fox Shop to say hello and grab a bowl of soup. Simple plan. Before I knew it, I was sitting […]
Uncategorized So far this week in Fort Erie  So far this week in Fort Erie  5930 Michener estate has been SOLD! Congratulations to the families for a great start of the year! We’ve seen two price reductions and we’re hosting four open houses this weekend — a good opportunity to compare value, layouts, and pricing in person.  Price Reductions 427 Williams Crescent — $525,000 • Bungaloft townhouse in Peace […]
Uncategorized This one’s unapologetically my way. 🍸 This one’s unapologetically my way.  A Black Pepper Olive Oil Gin Martini — no olives, no brine, no dirty martini energy. I love olive oil. I love gin. I don’t love olive brine. So this version keeps what I enjoy and leaves the rest behind. Peppery. Smooth. A little bold. And perfect for winter evenings when martinis just […]
Uncategorized ✨ Fresh out of my second yoga class — messy hair, full heart, and a little reminder to try the thing you’ve been putting off. ✨ ✨ Fresh out of my second yoga class — messy hair, full heart, and a little reminder to try the thing you’ve been putting off. ✨ I’ve been meaning to go for months. My son’s girlfriend kept nudging me — and I kept finding reasons to stay home. But this week, I found a morning class… and […]