Buying a new home in Barrie? (or anywhere I suppose)

Home Buying

Are you in the market for buying a new home? Many news sources are producing articles about the Canadian housing market as of recently. There is discussion about it being too hot, about it cooling off, about mortgage rates rising, about personal income levels not...

Buying a Home in Barrie? Home Owner Updates

Home Buying

Hello again friends, TGIF right? Cynthia Grassing is the Design and Décor Specialist here at Pratt Homes Barrie. She is absolutely fantastic and has put her touch on many Barrie homes.  Most recently she was featured in the September/October edition of Good Life...
Considering The Condo Life

Considering The Condo Life

Condo Living, Home Buying

If you are interested in a more relaxed lifestyle, you may consider purchasing a condo rather than a traditional new or resale home. There are a number of reasons why moving into condominiums in cities like Barrie have become increasingly popular . Here are a just a...
Downsizing to a Barrie Condo or Townhome

Downsizing to a Barrie Condo or Townhome

Condo Living, Home Buying

We found a recent article in Epoch Times, which echoes the sentiments of so many people who come into our sales office every week. Baby boomers with children growing up and leaving the roost are increasingly looking to downsize as a means to saving money and adding...
Buying a New Home versus a Resale

Buying a New Home versus a Resale

Home Buying

Buying a home can be an exciting experience, especially for first-time homebuyers. However, it can also be stressful, as you want to make sure the entire process goes smoothly. One of the first decisions you need to address is whether to buy new home or resale. There...

Move to Barrie – A Literal Winter Wonderland

Home Buying, Lifestyle

Many people may not want to think about ice and snow just yet, but Barrie and the surrounding area is a popular winter destination for thousands of visitors each year.  For those who enjoy winter activities, moving to Barrie will bring you that much closer to the...