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May Market Update

Posted on Jun 24, 2025 in Market Reports

May Market Update for Muskoka Lakes, Huntsville and Lake of Bays

Lake of Bays Quick Takeaways

Sellers
The Lake of Bays real estate market is showing promising signs for sellers, with a 6.8% increase in the house benchmark price, reaching $1.018 million in May. However, patience is required as properties are taking more days on market to secure a buyer...

Buyers Don't Make These Mistakes!

Posted on Jun 23, 2025 in News and Views

Everything I Wish My Buyers Knew Before Touring Muskoka

Strategic insights from Lake of Bays' waterfront authority

After two decades guiding sophisticated buyers through Muskoka's waterfront market, I've witnessed brilliant executives make curious missteps and seasoned investors overlook golden opportunities. The difference between those who secure t...

Navigating Waterfront Regulations

Posted on Jun 07, 2025 in News and Views

Navigating Waterfront Regulations: What Sellers Need to Know in 2025

A Guide for Discerning Waterfront Property Owners in Lake of BaysWhen you're preparing to list your treasured waterfront property, understanding the regulatory landscape isn't merely about compliance—it's about positioning your estate as the premium, worry-free investment that soph...

Electric Pioneer on Lake of Bays

Posted on May 22, 2025 in News and Views

The Electric Explorer: How the SS Bigwin Pioneered Sustainable Tourism a Century Ahead of Its Time

A tale of glamour, tragedy, and resurrection that sailed from Toronto’s harbour to Muskoka’s most exclusive waters

In an era where sustainability has become the watchword of luxury travel, one might assume that eco-friendly tourism is a thoroughly moder...

Would You Buy Your Own Cottage?

Posted on May 21, 2025 in News and Views

The First Impression Test: Is Your Cottage Ready for Muskoka’s Discerning Market

Imagine stepping onto your property—not as its proud owner, but as a discerning buyer seeing it for the very first time. How would your cottage genuinely measure up? Would you find yourself enamoured by the charming lakeside dock, or would minor imperfections become gla...

10 Selling No No's

Posted on May 20, 2025 in News and Views

Top 10 Things to Avoid when Selling

Selling a premium Lake of Bays cottage shouldn’t feel like auditioning for a reality TV clean-up show. Yet even the most sophisticated owners can unknowingly sabotage viewings with a few classic missteps. Let’s whistle through the top ten traps to avoid.

1.) Clutter – the Silent Space Thief

Overflowing boot racks, t...

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