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Greater Niagara Chamber honours Women in Business leaders
Cathy Berkhout-Bosse Recipient of 2016 Community Spirit Award On Friday, October 14, the Women in Niagara (WIN) Council, a business council of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce (GNCC) and founding partners, The Standard, The Tribune and The Review, hosted the...
Meaning of Home – Writing Contest (grades 4, 5 & 6)
Genworth Canada's The Meaning of Home Contest invites Grade 4, 5 and 6 students from across Canada to submit a written essay about what home means to them for a chance to direct $50,000 to a Habitat for Humanity build of their choice in Canada and $1,000 cash prize...
Thanksgiving Update
In this time of Thanksgiving we give thanks to you for being a valued member of our Team Berkhout Bosse community of friends and clients. We are grateful for the opportunity of serving you and providing you with the best possible service, information and advice. As we...
SOLD! 1507 Haist St., Fonthill
Classic gem located walking distance to Fonthill Village centre , 1522 sq.ft in size this 1.5 story home is much larger than it appears from the street. The flexible floor plan features 4 bedroom and 2 bathrooms with 2 large bedrooms and full bathroom up and 2...
Niagara Home Sales Hot this Summer
It has been an active summer for real estate sales across the Niagara Region with 2994 unit sales reported during the months of June, July and August in the communities serviced by the Niagara Association of REALTORS®. This figure reflects a gain of 15.7% over last...
Need a New Beautiful Driveway? Call Rob Enter Landscapes
'Need a New Beautiful Driveway' was the subject line of my email when I reached out to Fenwick-based landscaper, Rob Enter - and as you can see he sure knows how to deliver! We first met Rob at the 'Bunglaows at Lookout Point', the new homes site that we are marketing...
SOLD! Hidden Gem Backing onto Scenic Ravine
5- 1616 Pelham Street, Fonthill Hidden at the back of Forest Gate Estates – a quiet condominium enclave this distinctive Bungalow Townhome is part of an exclusive two-unit block. The tranquil ravine setting is a haven for bird watching and glimpses of visiting...
How to be a Smart Home Shopper
Lately, viewing and selecting a home to purchase has become an extremely fast-paced experience. You see a home you like, you're attracted to some of its key features and, before you know it, you have to make a a quick decision to put in an offer. However, if you...
Pelham Market Update – June 2016
Sales UP 45.2% - Average Price Jumps 15.6% During the first six months of 2016 there were 212 unit sales recorded in Pelham – up 45.2% from the total of 147 transactions reported between January and June 2015. Our local 12 month average price now stands at $450,554 up...
Hire a REALTOR® to Navigate this Red Hot Market
Media Release: Niagara Association of REALTORS® June Market Report June 8th, 2016, Niagara - The Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reported 1,038 property sales processed through the NAR Multiple Listing Service (MLS®) system in June. This represents a 13.1%...
Welland Home Sales UP 23.4% Year-to-Date!
During the first six months of 2016 there were 564 unit sales recorded in Welland – up 23.4% from the total of 457 transactions reported between January and June 2015. The Rose City's 12 month average price now stands at $229,512 up 3.6% from last June’s month end...
Multiple Offers are the New Normal in Niagara
Have you heard the latest Niagara real estate news? Toronto hyper-activity trends have hit out local market. With demand continuing to escalate as our inventory of available listings remains at record lows multiple offers are now a regular occurrence. CASE STUDY: This...
Local Stats at a Glance – Welland and Pelham
Welland - April 2016 Highest Sale Price: 1800 sq. ft Luxury Bungalow Listed: $524,900 Sold: $515,000 Lowest Sale Price: 2 BR Bungalow – Fixer Upper Listed: $60,000 Sold: $76,000 Pelham - April 2016 Highest Sale Price: 2400 sq. ft Bungalow w/ walk out Listed:...
A HOT First Quarter in the Local Market!
Unit sales of residential properties in Pelham jumped 34.6% during the First Quarter of this year compared to the same time frame last year. According to MLS® system reports of the Niagara Association of REALTORS® there were 70 sales in Pelham so far this year up from...
SOLD! 203B – 200 Hwy 20 W, Fonthill
Upscale ground floor condo overlooking scenic ravine setting; Prime, south-west location in Building B. Spacious 2 BR, 2 bathroom layout, replacement kitchen features built-in breakfast bar and many cabinet upgrades Updated ensuite bathroom with 5 foot walk in shower,...
SOLD! 108 Norway Ave., Welland
Classic 2 Storey in charming Chippawa Park heritage district, features centre hall plan, spacious living room with fireplace, formal dining room, sun room overlooks rear yard, 3rd bedroom opens to bonus bedroom over garage, hardwood floors throughout, partially...
What Renovations Produce Highest Return on Investment?
As a new or existing home owner, you will most likely re-sell your property at some point in the future. Often, as properties age, their appeal can substantially subside. A facelift may be in order to help restore lost market value. Unsure how best to invest your...
SOLD! 25 Stonegate Pl., Fonthill
Experience premier Bungalow Townhome living at its best with FULL WALK OUT backing onto treed, greensapce, contemporary open concept layout w/finished lower level. Priced at $359,900 1400 sq. ft, open concept 2 bedroom floor plan, spacious kitchen with breakfast bar...
Niagara Home Sales UP 32.7% in February!
The Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reported 605 property sales processed through the NAR Multiple Listing Service (MLS®) system in February 2016. This represents a 32.7% increase in sales over February of last year. The residential average sale price of...
Commercial Room for Rent – Limited Time Offer*! $500.00 per Month
Beautiful room for rent inside a busy day spa located in Downtown Fonthill, Ontario Looking for any health practice that will compliment the spa. Room is approx. 9 x 10 Includes the use of a designated sterilizing area +hand washing sink Customer parking lot This room...
Niagara Home Sales Skyrocket in 2015!
It was a banner year for residential home sales in Niagara. The year-end MLS® sales reports of the Niagara Association of REALTORS® indicate that sales activity in the Region jumped 16.8% in 2015. Across Niagara (excluding the Town of Grimsby) there were 7370 homes...
Spring Market is Here NOW!
Looking out at the snow and slush you may think that it is better to wait until it all melts before putting your home on the market. However, current market conditions are certainly indicating that there is no reason to delay listing your home any longer. This past...
Ways we say “I Love You” to our Clients
Loving our customers is about service, not sales. Nobody likes the feeling of being “SOLD’ to. After nearly 30 years of both making our career in a professional service industry we embrace the philosophy of this famous quote by Maya Angelou. “I've learned that people...
Niagara Association of REALTORS® – December Market Report
January 6th, 2016, Niagara - The Niagara Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reported 402 property sales processed through the NAR Multiple Listing Service (MLS®) system in December. This represents an 11.7% increase in sales over December of last year. The residential...