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Capital Gains Tax Update 2024: Navigate the New Landscape

The 2024 Federal Budget has brought significant updates to the capital gains tax, particularly affecting those with high-value properties such as waterfront cottages in Muskoka and Lake of Bays. With the capital gains inclusion rate set to increase on June 25, 2024, understanding and preparing for these changes is crucial for cottage owners and real […]

Muskoka Market Insights – March 2024

As we welcome the spring season in Muskoka, I’m sharing insights that could guide your real estate decisions this spring. Understanding the current market trends is crucial, whether you’re considering selling your cherished cottage or looking to buy the waterfront home of your dreams. Waterfront Market Gaining Momentum March 2024 has shown promising growth in […]

Unlocking Value: 5 Major Factors That Determine 85% of a Property’s Worth

When it comes to real estate, whether you’re buying or selling, knowing how your property is assessed is crucial. In Ontario, the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) plays a pivotal role in this process. Their assessments are not only vital for setting property taxes but also serve as a key reference for realtors and appraisers […]

Spring Cottage Life Show 2017

As sure a sign as daffodils and tulips that bloom and robins building their nests, the Spring Cottage Life Show is a tradition and harbinger of Spring.  An afternoon or evening visit to the Spring Cottage Life Show is a dip into the summer that is just around the corner. The 2017 Spring Cottage Life Show at the […]