Land Exchange Ltd. Brokerage
Independently Owned and Operated
196 High St.
Southampton ON N0H 2L0
Office: 855 797-1755
Fax: 519 797-1775
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Spring is here! It is time to open the windows, shoo away the cobwebs, and take on your annual spring cleaning. The chemicals found in conventional cleaning products can be more dangerous than the ...
read complete articleSpring is the prime time to sell your home. Regardless of whether it's a buyer's market or a seller's market, inventory almost always rises in the spring. This is due to the largest number of ...
read complete articlePaints that are of higher-quality contain an antispattering agent that produces fewer spatters than cheaper paints.Flat paint is more forgiving and hides flaws well, but it doesn't stand ...
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read complete articleThis week's Saugeen Team Local Business is Sisters on Huron in Southampton, Ontario. Sisters on Huron is a contemporary women's wear store located in Southampton ...
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read complete articleIn this Real Estate Video Tip of the Week Krista Gill, Sales Representative, talks to Mortgage Broker, Brian Mill from Neighbourhood Dominion Lending Centres on ...
read complete articleWith energy costs rising, homeowners want to be more energy-efficient. Here are some great tips to make your home more energy efficient.Increase and/or replace old insulation in ...
read complete articleAre you looking to create a beautiful backsplash for your kitchen? Here are some great suggestions and tips to help you create a backsplash you'll love.1 Decide on the ...
read complete articleWhat does every room in the home have, yet rarely gets noticed? Look up - it's the ceiling. Your ceiling may not get the attention of the walls and floors. However, the ceiling can be an indicator ...
read complete articleThis weeks Saugeen Team Real Estate Video Tip of the Week is on one of the common mistake made when trying to sell your property. Krista Gill & ...
read complete articleAre you trying to decide what type of window coverings are right for your home? Your decorating style, needs and taste will play into the types of window ...
read complete articleTrying to decide what type of flooring to put in your home and no idea where to start? Selecting flooring for your home can be a tricky task with so many options available.Here's a look at ...
read complete articleThis weeks Saugeen Team Business Profile is on Kelly Green in Southampton, Ontario. Kelly Green is a women's clothing store located in downtown ...
read complete articleIn this weeks Video Tip of the Week, Krista Gill interviews Mortgage Broker, Brian Mill from Neighbourhood Dominion Lending Centres about ...
read complete articleRE/MAX CEO Margaret Kelly thanks you for honoring RE/MAX with a pair of J.D. Power and Associates Customer Satisfaction Awards. RE/MAX was ranked highest in 2011 by J.D. Power and Associates Study ...
read complete articleThe Canadian Government is offering home buyers' tax credits and incentives to make home ownership a little bit more afforadable.First-time Home ...
read complete articleThis weeks Saugeen Team Local Business Profile is Trends & More in Southampton, Ontario. Trends & More is a trendy boutique located inside Loose Leaves ...
read complete article"Location" is everything in real estate. If your property backs or fronts on to the water or has a scenic ravine lot, then there is a premium for the view and quaintness.For some Buyers ...
read complete articleThis weeks video tip of the week is one of the common mistakes sellers can make when trying to sell their home. In this video, Stephanie Gillespie & Krista Gill, Sales Representatives, focus ...
read complete articleMany people wonder what happens if the sale of a home fails to close. What do the buyer & seller have to do? Who gets the depost back?If a house fails to close, the deposit is ...
read complete articleThis weeks Saugeen Team Business Profile is on Downs Pro Hardware in Southampton, Ontario. Downs Pro Hardware carries many different products, ...
read complete articleIn this weeks Video Tip of the Week, Mortgage Broker, Brian Mill from Neighbourhood Dominion Lending Centres tells us about how to finance ...
read complete articleThis weeks Saugeen Team Business Profile is on the Phoenix Lounge in Southampton, Ontario. The Phoenix Lounge offers a relaxed atmosphere with great food. They try as much as ...
read complete articleRE/MAX Campaign, For All the Things That Move YouDENVER, Jan.24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, global real estate franchisor, RE/MAX rolls out an entirely ...
read complete articleIn this weeks Video Tip of the Week, Krista Gill interviews Mortgage Broker, Brian Mill from Dominion Lending Centres about whether or not ...
read complete articleIs your bathroom looking dull and boring? You don't have to renovate your bathroom to make it into a peaceful oasis. These eight tips will change your dull and boring bathroom without ...
read complete articleThere are several important reasons why having good credit is beneficial to borrowers when it comes time to purchase a home. Above all else, you must have a decent credit score in order to be ...
read complete articleThis weeks Saugeen Team Business Profile is on Neighbourhood Dominion Lending Centres with Brian Mill
read complete articleWe have been asked a number of times if it's a good idea to wait until spring before listing your home. Below are a few reasons why winter it a good time of year to sell your ...
read complete articleIn this weeks Real Estate Video Tip of the Week, Krista Gill and Stephanie Gillespie from the Saugeen Team discuss one of the common mistakes sellers make when trying to sell their ...
read complete articleScott Saunders, Krista Gill, and Stephanie Gillespie are please to welcome Don Barfoot to the Saugeen Team. Don joined the Saugeen Team as a Sales Representative in January 2012. Don has been a ...
read complete articleAre you looking to do renovations to your home? Do you want it to give you a return on investment? Below are the top renovations that pay back!Disappear in your personal ...
read complete articleOTTAWA - January 16, 2012 - According to statistics released today by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), national resale housing activity posted an increase from ...
read complete articleThis week's Saugeen Team Local Business Profile is Harrigan's 100 Mile Food Market in Southampton, Ontario. Harrigan's "100 Mile Market" provides a large selection of products ...
read complete articleIn this week's Video Tip of the Week, Krista Gill interviews Mortgage Broker, Brian ...
read complete articleCan't seem to land a date? Take a long hard look at your bedroom setup. Do you have only one bedside table? Is your bed pushed up against your wall? Is your closet messy? If so, single friend, you ...
read complete articleAs a seller, you have two goals:1. To get the most money possible2. To sell as quickly as you canBe realistic when pricing your home. The price of your home is the ...
read complete articleLooking to update your bathroom? The bathroom hardware can make a huge difference in the overall appearance of your room.Bathroom hardware can be an inexpensive and easy way to update your ...
read complete articleThe Southampton Market offers over 2 acres of indoor shopping in the lovely town of Southampton, Ontario. Many say that the merchandise is such as you would ...
read complete articleWhen prospective buyers walk through your home, they tend to imagine it as if it were their own. You can help them envision their dream space by presenting a clean, clutter-free ...
read complete articleIn this week's Video Tip of the Week, Krista Gill interviews Mortgage Broker, Brian Mill from Dominion Lending Centres about the importance ...
read complete articleThe size of a down payment can vary. Depending on the type of mortgage, down payments generally range from 5% to 20% of the purchase price.How Much will I Initially Need to Purchase ...
read complete articleExperience the unforgettable at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre, located in historic Southampton, Ontario. Built in 1878, the former brick school ...
read complete articleDuring the winter, many people splurge on family celebrations travel and holiday gifts. But do we really need to spend so much money on our heating bills? Here are a number of tips from energy ...
read complete articleThis week's Saugeen Team Local Business is Thorncrest Outfitters in Southampton, Ontario. Thorncrest Outfitters is your outdoor adventure centre for canoe, kayak, bicycle, hiking, ...
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read complete articleThis week's Saugeen Team Local Business is Na'Hoola Spa in Southampton, Ontario. Na'Hoola Spa offers a variety of services including nails, waxing, massage & ...
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read complete articleThis week's Saugeen Team Local Business is Bayberry's of High Street in Southampton. Bayberry's is a full service flower shop. Bayberry's also offers a wide assortment of gifts, ...
read complete articleThe Saugeen Team invites you to..."MEET US AT THE PARADE"You will find us passing out home baked chocolate chip cookies along the parade route in Southampton. Just look for the Cookie ...
read complete articleThe Annual Southampton Sparkles night returns! Come out and shop until you drop after the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Southampton on Thursday, November 24th. The ...
read complete articleThe annual Port Elgin Shopper's Night & Tree Lighting Ceremony is almost here! This event will be held on Thursday, November 17th at 6:30 pm at the Coulter Parkette in ...
read complete articleEveryone has clutter somewhere whether it's the scattered shoes that you trip over, or the junk drawer that's long exploded, spilling its guts onto your kitchen counters and onto the bathroom ...
read complete articleThe 21st century has seen rapid technological advancements, especially concerning the increase in eco-friendly technologies. With this, homeowners now have a variety of options ...
read complete articleSerious inventory shortage characterizes the marketMississauga, ON (September 12, 2011) -Rising agricultural commodity values and tight inventory levels ...
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read complete articleIn today's market, many homeowners have considered "going it alone" and selling their homes without the help of a REALTOR® to "save the commission." However, once they realize how complex and ...
read complete articleWhat is a Home Inspection?A home inspection is an objective visual examination of a home's structure and systems.Why get a home ...
read complete articleNot far from Port Elgin along the shore of Lake Huron one can explore the Bruce in beautiful MacGregor Point ParkMacGregor Point ...
read complete articleREMINDER TO BUYERS Regarding Scheduled Showing AppointmentsJust a friendly reminder to those who set appointments to view property. The homeowners usually take great pains to ensure that ...
read complete articleMARKETING YOUR HOME FROM THE OUTSIDE FIRSTIt all starts at the curb.Make sure your home is appealling on the outside to encourage Buyers to book an appointment to see the inside.1 ...
read complete articleHere are some great ways to lower your hydro bill!CookingInefficient cooking practices can be a huge energy waster! One way to be a bit more conservative is ...
read complete articleLooking to sell your home? When it comes to selling your home, there is one thing to keep in mind: people do not buy houses, they buy homes. Your goal should be to make it easy for potential ...
read complete articleDo have an area where spending is causing a problem? Here's a quick and easy guide to finding and filling your financial cracks.Start With the FactsCollect six ...
read complete articleAs the winter season approaches it's time to start thinking about preparing the inside of your house for the season. Beyond the usual preparations for the change in temperature and worrying about ...
read complete articleMortgages are broken down into two types based on the amount of the down payment, and the amount of risk the lender is taking by providing you the loan.Fixed Rate ...
read complete articlePride of Home OwnershipPride of home ownership is the top reason why people desire to own their own home. There is no landlord looking over your shoulder. You are able to ...
read complete articleQuick Tips to Help You Show Your HomeOpen Houses will draw potential buyers, neighbours, REALTORS® and others who are just there to "browse" your property. A successful Open House ...
read complete articleCan't decide whether a patch-up paint job or full-on replacement is called for? We've got you covered.The Replacements: Are you thinking about refinishing your floors? If ...
read complete articleAccording to the REALTORS® Association of Grey Bruce Owen Sound residential sales activity came in above year-ago levels in August 2011. This was the first year-over-year gain since June 2010 ...
read complete articleAccording to HGTV the 10 Things Buyers are Looking for are:Energy Efficient FeaturesWith fossil fuel prices headed skyward, buyers now want homes that will save them money on ...
read complete articleHave you just taken the plunge and purchased your first home? You may want to furnish every room immediately, however, the wisest thing you can do is take time to properly budget and plan for ...
read complete articleThinking of selling your home, but you look around your house and wonder where do you begin? According to the girls from "Babes with Brooms Professional Cleaning ...
read complete articleIf you are thinking of building a home, or developing in the Town of Saugeen Shores, there are a few things you should be aware of. Development Charges are a ...
read complete articleThis year's Motorcycle Ride for Charity was a great success, with organizers anticipating that funds raised to support the REALTORS CARE Foundation may total more ...
read complete articlePumpkinfest is an annual event that is held on the first weekend in October in Port Elgin. Pumpkinfest was created when an extensive town ...
read complete articleThe first time home buyer land transfer tax (LTT) rebate is out of date. Due to increasing home prices, the rebate no longer covers the average LTT bill for first ...
read complete articleWhen you dream of your dream home, what do you see? Each of us has a vision of what it willbe, but getting as close to that vision as possible is a practical, step-by-step process that ...
read complete articleChantry Island is located on Lake Huron, southwest of the mouth of the Saugeen River in Southampton, Ontario. The Island is home to the majestic Imperial ...
read complete articleThings To Look For....Your builder will likely start the inspection inside the home and proceed from room to room.When examining ceilings, walls, ...
read complete articleIf you are passionate about fishing, Saugeen Shores is the place for you! The waters of Lake Huron are filled with salmon, rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, ...
read complete articleWith hydro costs increasing in recent years, many energy providers in Canada are looking towards time-associated electricity billing as an alternative to hitting ...
read complete articleDisappear In Your Personal SpaTodays stress-filled world leaves us all crying out for rest and relaxation. By making your bathroom the best it can be will generate a 56% ...
read complete articleIt simply makes sense to clean up both the interior and exterior of your Saugeen Shores, Tara & Surrounding Areahome before listing it for sale. But that ...
read complete articleCan't stand that scary, cobwebby basement one more minute? Is it time to replace the pink and aqua tiles and porcelain in the master bath? Maybe you're sick of the curling, chipped vinyl floor, ...
read complete articleReal Estate GlossaryTechnical jargon in any profession can create confusion and misunderstanding for those not up on the lingo. The real estate industry is no exception. The following ...
read complete articleBuyers in most areas will have to add Land Transfer Taxes to their closing costs.Land transfer taxes are a part of the process unless you live in Alberta, ...
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