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When Disaster Strikes Before Closing

Posted on Apr 18, 2025 in News and Views

When Disaster Strikes Before Closing:
The Case of McDonald v. Lowrie

What every Muskoka buyer and seller should know about risk, insurance, and deposits.

The deal that went up in smoke

In May 2024, a buyer signed an Agreement of Purchase and Sale (APS) for a charming century home near Tillsonburg, Ontario: purchase price $775,000, deposit $25,000. Two...

Remote Work in Cottage Country: Shaping the Future of Cottage Living

Posted on Apr 16, 2025 in News and Views

The rise of remote work in cottage country has fuelled an exciting transformation in many picturesque regions across the nation. Once considered purely seasonal retreats, these scenic havens are now thriving, year-round communities where people can seamlessly blend work with leisure. As technology continues to advance, professionals are discovering...

Stop Asking These 2 Cottage Questions (And What to Ask Instead)

Posted on Apr 15, 2025 in News and Views

Two of the Most Common Cottage Questions—That Won’t Actually Help You Buy the Right One And What to Ask Instead if You’re Serious About Finding Your Dream Muskoka Getaway

When you’re touring cottages in Lake of Bays or North Muskoka with a trusted local real estate team (hello from us at The Richardson Team 👋), you probably have a list of questions...

Remembering the Britannia Hotel

Posted on Mar 31, 2025 in News and Views

The Britannia Hotel on Lake of Bays: Muskoka’s Luxurious Historic Retreat

Imagine stepping off the train in Huntsville in the early 1900s, eager for a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Your journey isn’t over yet – reaching the Britannia Hotel on Lake of Bays was a journey marked by multiple modes of transportation, each offering a un...

Costly Mistakes: How Unresolved Work Orders Can Jeopardize Your Cottage Sale

Posted on Mar 30, 2025 in News and Views

Don’t Lose the Sale: Why Unresolved Work Orders Matter

Quick Highlights:

Ontario Superior Court ruled in favor of a buyer terminating a deal and recovering their deposit due to the seller’s failure to address work orders before closing.
The court determined that the seller’s refusal to confirm compliance constituted a repudiation of the agreement.
This...

Minimal Changes Can Maximize Muskoka Cottage Values

Posted on Mar 29, 2025 in News and Views

How Minimal Changes Can Maximize Muskoka Cottage Values

by Jay Richardson

When considering listing your treasured Muskoka cottage, the conventional wisdom often points towards extensive renovations—big-ticket transformations designed to dazzle buyers. But in Muskoka’s sophisticated real estate market, the secret to adding true value and attracting di...

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