Thanks!

I was raised by the addage "Do unto others as you would like them to do unto you." It is with this phrase that I try to live my life, both personally and professionally. That, along with the motto "Be a good person." So, now that I work in the private sector (many of you know I used to be a family therapist in the public sector), I am quite aware that clients and potential clients have many choices out there of REALTORS® with whom to work. It is for that reason, along with my life values that ensure that I'm the BEST REALTOR® I can be. Not a day goes by, that I am not thankful for those who have chosen to work with me in making one of the biggest changes they will make in their lives. As a result, I am always looking for ways to show my clients how thankful I am. This past Saturday (January 23, 2010), I was able to do just that, by having my 3rd Annual Movie Morning Client Appreciation party.

This year, we watched The Tooth Fairy. Cute movie that spent much time discussing the importance in ALWAYS "believing in your dreams." Pretty powerful message, especially at a time in our lives when kids grow up very quickly, and everything can be googled for varification. (And how can you dislike Julie Andrews!) We had about 50 families who were able to attend. Nice turnout! It is SO nice to be able to spend some fun time together, just enjoying something! My one regret is that I didn't have more time to chat with various people. I'll have to figure out a way to do that!

My movie morning is one of my ways of saying "Thanks!" Thanks for allowing me to be part of your lives! Thanks for trusting me with your business and that of your friends and family! Please remember, that my gratitude goes deep.

Have a wonderful week, and don't forget to pay it forward and let others know how you appreciate them!

Until next time!
Jamie

New Listing - Beautiful Family Home!

Please check out my newest listing! It is a 3 bedroom home, with a bedroom in the lower level. 2 1/2 baths as well. This home, located on a quiet court in Barrie, ON, has had many renovations as well: open concept with rounded corners on the main floor, custom kitchen (2001), bathrooms (2005), shingles (2005), and air conditioning (2002). There is laminate throughout the main floor and berber carpeting on upper and lower levels. The house has also been freshly painted. It is located on a large pie-shaped lot, with a park around the corner. Great value, Great location! Asking $249,900. To have your own private showing, call me at 877-252-5242. In the meantime, Click here to see the virtual tour!

2009 Real Estate ended with a Bang!

It is now well into January 2010, and I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and are as excited as I am about the upcoming year. Certainly 2009 had it's ups and downs, but I hope the overall experience was a good one.

Given it is a new year, it is time to report on the end of year stats for 2009. I'm very pleased to say that we ended the year quite strong. According to information provided by the Barrie District Association of REALTORS®, home sales had increased in units by 56% over December 2008. Not only that, but units sold during the entirety of 2009 were up 7% from the previous year. Similarly, the dollar value from 2008 - 2009 experienced a 7% increase as well. Interestinly, however, is the fact that the average price for a home in the Barrie area remained unchanged in the last couple of years - approximately $264,000.

Given this good news and the conversations I've been having with clients and potential clients tells me that 2010 is going to be a banner year!

To read the full report from the Barrie and District Association of REALTORS®, click here.