Heating Issues....

Hi All:


Many of you may not know that I, Jamie Dann, am currently in the process of moving. As it has been several years since I have moved residences, I am very much in the same process as many of you.

Given that soon we will all be turning on our furnaces, I was doing some research to post about furnace maintenance. In that research, I came across the Enbridge website and learned it actually has a wealth of information.

To view the website please go to http://www.enbridgegas.com/

What I specifically found interesting was under in the tab “Manage Your Energy Use” - here you will find info on how we can be more efficient with our energy use, as well as rebates and incentive programs. Also, check out the conversion calculator, especially if you currently have electric heat and are wondering if switching over to gas may be more cost effective. This info is under the tab "Stop, Start or Move Service."

The site also gives information about the basics regarding stopping and starting services, billing and more.

This is certainly a website that is worthwhile to check out and may end up saving you some money down the road.

Hope that you found this article to be informative and helpful.

Until next time!

The Jamie Dann Team

WOW! 2 More Listings in Barrie!

Well, this summer seems to have flown by and, here in Barrie, we have had some of the best weather we have seen for a few years! I hope that September's temperatures are above normal as well. I'm sure that like me, a lot of you are gearing up for the new school year and all that that entails!


In the world of Real Estate, the market in Barrie has me and my Team very busy. Since returning from my trip at the end of July things have been humming right along! As they say..."Lots of things to do, people to see and places to go"! I am excited about 2 new lovely family homes that Rick has recently listed!

11 Fletcher Drive in Barrie is a wonderful open concept, raised bungalow (popular Appaloosa model) in a great family neighbourhood close to schools and parks! This home is offered at $237,500. For more information about this home please click here.


69 Quance Street in Barrie is a fantastic 2-storey family home in a great location. There is a walk-out to a deck in the wonderfully private backyard to enjoy all this beautiful weather we have been having! This home is offered at $223,900. For more information about this home please click here.

Until next time, Jamie

Our NEW Team!

As many of you know, I've been working hard to build a Team within Century 21, B.J. Roth Realty Ltd., Brokerage, for quite some time now. After much learning and taking my time to find the "right" people to work with, I'm happy to say that I've begun what I set out to do... The value of a Team for our clients is QUALITY and SEAMLESS service to all. So, without further ado...

I'd like to Introduce The Jamie Dann Team! (I'd love to have their pictures, but can't figure out how to add them to this blog - soon my new website will be up and running so you can check us all out there)

Rick Power, Sales Representative: has been licenced for over 13 yrs,
working in Toronto, Midland and happily in the Barrie area. He is
looking forward to continuing to provide knowledgeable and patient
service to his clients, in a Team environment.

Matt Borland, Sales Representative: has a great working knowledge
of the Barrie area with over 5 years of sales experience. He is excited
and motivated to bring our clients the best possible service, from
Barrie’s newest Real Estate Team.

Terri Tracey, Client Care Manager: has been an office administrator
for the past 16 yrs and has enjoyed providing exceptional customer
service to all of her clients. She looks forward to giving Clients and
REALTORS® stress-free assistance from the Jamie Dann Team.

Until next time,
Jamie

New listing!

Here is a GORGEOUS home that I just listed. Located on beautiful Kempenfelt Bay, on Lake Simcoe. 60' frontage of shoreline ownership, almost 1/2 acre in town. Over 5000 sq ft of finished living space 4.1 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Check out the virtual tour here!

On top of this listing, life has continued to be happily busy... An offer on one of my listings, another one firmed up - congrats to D and N! Also, offers written for C and R, and soon to write one up for C and J. Lots of Real Estate action going on!

Will keep you posted on other happenings in the days to come!

Until next time!
Jamie

Catching up...

It has been a long while since I have last posted. VERY busy spring in terms of work and life in general. I suppose kids keep you busy! Went to Orlando the end of the month for my daughter's cheer leading competition - they won 1st in their division so it was very exciting! While away, another listing of mine sold within a week of being listed. Very excited for D and J! Once I returned, I had purchasers who bought and others who are considering putting an offer in. At the same time, I am busy recruiting another REALTOR® to join Terri (my client care manager) and myself. This way, when someone is away there will be total continuity for my clients.

At any rate, you are probably saying "enough about Jamie, what is happening in the market?" Well, I just came across a very interesting article about Mortgages. The banks have begun to raise the rates a bit, so the article discusses some of the impact. To read the article, click here.

In terms of the Barrie market... According to the Barrie and District Real Estate Board, this past March has been the BEST March on record. There were 50% more sales as compared to last March and there was the largest "month over month" increase in the past 10 yrs! The avg sale price of a home in Barrie reached just over $274,000 for the first quarter which is 8% higher than the same period last year. To read the full article, click here.

Think I've written enough for one day. Hope to keep in touch sooner!

Until next time! Jamie