Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make—and let's be real, the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to refresh your knowledge, understanding the key steps can help you navigate this journey with confidence and avoid costly mistakes. In this comprehensive guide, we're b ...

  Considering Selling Without an Agent? Read This First Hey there, Barrie and area homeowners! Thinking about selling your place without a real estate agent? It might seem like a great way to save some money, but it's important to know all the facts before you decide. At Team Keogh at RE/MAX, we want you to be successful, so let's take a look at some ...

  What Not to Fix When Selling Your Home: Save Time and Money When preparing to sell your home, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking you need to renovate and update everything to get the best price. However, our experience at Team Keogh shows that some renovations simply aren't worth the time, stress, or money. Here's our expert guide on what y ...

  Welcome to our Real Estate Agent Series! Today, we're tackling a question many prospective homebuyers and sellers have: How do real estate agents get paid, especially in Barrie, Ontario? Whether you're looking to purchase your dream home or sell your current property, understanding the financial side of working with a real estate professional is cruc ...

What Does a Real Estate Agent Do to Earn Their Commission? Wondering what value a real estate agent brings to your property journey in Barrie and Simcoe County? Join Team Keogh as we break down the essential services that make your buying or selling experience smooth and stress-free.   For Home Sellers in Barrie   Strategic Pricing Did you kn ...

  In today's competitive Barrie and Simcoe County real estate market, making a powerful first impression isn't just helpful—it's essential. As your local real estate experts at Team Keogh RE/MAX, we've seen firsthand how proper staging can transform a property's appeal and significantly impact your bottom line.   The Power of Presentation: ...

  The Barrie real estate market in 2024 was definitely a roller coaster, with some surprising twists and turns. Let's break down what happened and what we might expect in 2025.     Early 2024: A Hot Start: The year began with a lot of uncertainty, but the market quickly picked up steam. Low inventory led to multiple bids, especially for p ...

  The Ontario government is making a significant investment in energy efficiency with the launch of the new Home Renovation Savings Program, a $10.9 billion initiative designed to help homeowners save money and reduce their energy consumption. This program, launching on January 28th, 2025, offers rebates of up to 30% for a variety of home energy effici ...

  Don't Let the Cold Freeze Your Home Sale: Winter Selling Tips!   Selling your home during the winter might seem like a daunting task, but with the right preparation, you can actually turn the colder months into an advantage. This guide, inspired by our recent video, will walk you through essential steps to make your property stand out and attr ...

  Team Keogh is here to share some great news for Canadian homeowners! As of November 2024, there's a significant change in mortgage rules that could save you money. You can now transfer your existing mortgage to a different lender without having to pass the mortgage stress test! This new rule opens up opportunities for homeowners to shop around for ...

  Canada's mortgage landscape has recently undergone significant changes, creating new opportunities and considerations for both first-time homebuyers and current homeowners looking to refinance. These new rules aim to empower buyers but also require a strategic approach. This post will provide a detailed overview of these changes and what they mean fo ...

Ever wonder why you should hire a stager when selling your home? We sat down with Bonnie Carter from Staged Results to get the scoop on the advantages home staging can provide.

  The cottage market debate continues to heat up across Ontario. After our recent video sparked hundreds of comments from cottage owners, dreamers, and skeptics, we sat down to address the biggest questions on everyone's mind: Are cottages still a smart investment? What's really happening with cottage prices? And should you buy one?   Cottage Ma ...

  Are you making these critical mistakes that could cost you thousands—or even your dream home? As first-time home buyers navigate the Ontario real estate market, they face countless decisions and potential pitfalls. After helping hundreds of first-time buyers successfully purchase their homes, we've identified the three biggest mistakes that rep ...

We sat down with our ‘go-to’ Home Inspectors, Erich Kelter from Above Grade Home Inspections and Mark Dellamattia from The Inspection Professionals, to ask some important questions about home inspections. Why you should have one? How much they cost? and a few other key questions many people have when considering buying or selling a home.Still hav ...

  How do you sell a home in just 2 days in a buyer's market? It sounds impossible, especially when similar properties in the area typically sit on the market for 30 days or more. But that's exactly what happened with our recent Crompton Drive listing in Barrie—and the story of how it came together is even more remarkable than the timeline itself. ...

Thinking of buying a new home? Does the property have well water? If yes, then you need to have a water sample taken and tested.The reason you want to have the water from a well tested is to ensure there are no contaminants in the water, i.e. E. coli bacteria. You want to live in a house with ‘potable’ water. This means you can drink the water fr ...

Where does the crap go?! Have you ever wondered where the crap goes? I mean, when you have a septic tank? This video will give you an idea of what the process of having your septic tank is like.In addition to the video information, here’s some other handy info when it comes to having a septic tank:– Don’t plant trees or gardens over or near ...

  An honest analysis of what economists, real estate agents, and market indicators say about Ontario housing prices in 2026   Will Ontario home prices rise, fall, or stay flat in 2026? This is the question on every homebuyer's, seller's, and investor's mind as we approach the new year. With conflicting predictions from economists and real estate ...