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It’s Hard To Hear, But It’s True

It's hard to hear, but it is true. Right now so many people are holding onto their homes waiting for the true spring to be here when we can see full blooms and beautiful yards....but the fact is right now buyers just aren't fussy about that. They simply want a house. There is very limited inventory and what buyers want more than a beautiful yard, is a home.

So.... if you are waiting, now may be the time to skip the landscaping and spring prep of your yard and instead get it on the market now!

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What Is Trek Like?

If you know me, you know I love hiking,⛰ but many people have questions about what trek is like...🧐

It means long days of walking, and for this next one, it will be in the heat with bugs🐜 (just a typical July in Manitoba). It means sleeping with someone you just met, it means no flushing toilets and often just a hole in the ground to do your business.💩 It means walking when you're told to walk, and stopping when you're told to stop.🛑 

It is an incredible experience and I would love to walk with you while I train to talk more about it! 😀

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I Couldn't Be Happier For This Couple!

This is a story of perseverance and being willing to do what it takes to win. In this market, we saw a lot of homes that were sooooo close to being right, but still needed so much work, and there were only 2 homes that we walked into and everything felt perfect. The first was a hard loss, one where we gave it our all and still it wasn't enough.

When we walked into this one it felt even more right. It felt like home, and we were ready to go after it. We pulled out all the tricks and gave it 110% and we were so happy to land this win. It is an incredible home with a fantastic history and it is the perfect place for the two of you to start an incredible life.

I am so happy I got to work with you again, it was an honour and a privilege, and while I hope our paths cross again soon, I hope that you have many many years here before I work with you again.

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Waiting For Spring To Sell?

🏡 Waiting for Spring to Sell? You Might Be Waiting for Nothing! ❄️

Some sellers think their yard and flowers are what will sell their home… but guess what? Buyers don’t care if the grass is covered in snow! 🌨️ They care about the home itself—the space, the layout, and how it fits their needs.

🏠 Serious buyers are out NOW, even in the cold! If you’re holding off until spring, you could be missing out on motivated buyers ready to make a move today.

Thinking of selling? Let’s chat about why winter might be the perfect time for you! 📩

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🏡 River Park South Weekly Market Update 🌟

Hey everyone! It’s time for your weekly dose of real estate insights from River Park South. 📈

For this week:

🔥 4 homes sold in River Park South

🏠 2 new listings have just hit the market

🤩 3 homes on the market

The market is buzzing with activity! Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or stay informed, we have the latest trends and stats.

Have questions about the market or need personalized advice? I’m here to help! Feel free to reach out anytime.

🔗 Watch the full video for all the details. And don’t forget to like, share, and comment!

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Manitoba Has The Highest Rates If Domestic Violence

Did you know that Manitoba has the highest rates of domestic violence... and those numbers are on the rise? It is startling to know the number of active cases that are out there right now... the number of people who are turned away from shelters because they are already bursting at the seams, and the sheer number of people who are affected. 🤦‍♀️

Join me in the Cambodia Challenge for Shelter to raise money to not only help these shelters but to also help with violence prevention programs across Canada.🍁 

DM me for a link to donate.👈

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Who Do You Know?

Believe it or not, but our team currently has 53 buyers searching for homes... and there isn't a lot on the market right now...

So what are we doing about it? We are getting out there and searching for off-market homes. Maybe you know of someone that is thinking of selling? They want a fair value but dread prepping their home and going through a full listing. Do they want it to be simple and easy? Maybe they want a longer possession to allow them to find a new home.

By connecting the dots with yours (or your friend's home) we can make all this happen!

Dm us if you or someone you know has any of these homes and is considering selling.

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Would You Live In A Home Someone Died In?

Would you live in a home someone died in??? 🤔 (seriously, comment below) 

I asked this recently in a poll, and most said yes... but it also depended on how the person died in the home. A nice peaceful death after a long life... sure... murder or suicide was a hard no...😵 

So I am curious, what is your opinion? 🤷‍♀️

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People Are Worried

Clients have been reaching out worried🫣 about the current state of, well life in general, and wondering if it is still a good time to buy a home. So here is my 2 cents.🤑 

Go with what is certain. If you lock in a 5-year rate right now, you will know your payments for the next five years.

Is your job secure? If so, then you also know what your income will be going forward.✅

Theoretically, if you sign a 5-year term on your mortgage, there will be someone new in office by the time your renewal comes up. 

And then... will the market crash? Could it... sure.. but the pendulum would have to swing very far in the other direction for that to happen.👈 

Let me know your thoughts on this and if you would still feel ok buying a home right now. 

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We Have A Scholarship Available To One Incredible Student

Are you or someone you know a Gr 12 student in the St. Vital👈 area? Then you are going to want to pay attention as we have a scholarship💰 available to just one incredible student this year! 

You must be a high school student attending either Glenlawn Collegiate, Collège Jeanne-Sauvé, or Dakota Collegiate.

This scholarship requires applicants to submit a video, which must be no longer than 5 minutes⏱ in length.

In the video, applicants should discuss their involvement in the community and any volunteering experiences they have had.

Additionally, applicants are asked to tell us about why they love❤️ their neighbourhood, their goals after high school, and why they want and deserve this scholarship.

This scholarship is aimed at recognizing students who have made a positive impact in their neighbourhood, have clear post-secondary goals, and have the desire to continue giving back 💯 to their community.

Submit your application via email to nicole@yourwinnipegrealtor.com no later than April 14th, 2025

Please state your full name, the school you attend, the name of your current guidance counsellor, their email address, and lastly attach your application video to the email.✅

Good luck! 🤞

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Your Property Taxes Are Going Up

The city of Winnipeg is proposing that property taxes could go up⬆️ close to 6% this year, and while that may be necessary to help keep our city running, it won't be fun when the bill comes.💰 

A lot of the time people come to us concerned that their tax assessment is too high and thus they are unfairly paying high property taxes.🧐 If you are curious about your value and want to be ready for when that assessment comes out, let us know now. We will gladly help you out with a complimentary valuation so that you know exactly✅ what your home is valued at. 

Just DM me and we will get started with that valuation. 😀

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Who Do You Know?

Believe it or not, but our team currently has 53 buyers searching for homes... and there isn't a lot on the market right now...

So what are we doing about it? We are getting out there and searching for off-market homes. Maybe you know of someone that is thinking of selling? They want a fair value but dread prepping their home and going through a full listing. Do they want it to be simple and easy? Maybe they want a longer possession to allow them to find a new home.

By connecting the dots with yours (or your friend's home) we can make all this happen!

Dm us if you or someone you know has any of these homes and is thinking of selling.

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Scared Of Cracks In Your Home?

I think it is very common to be scared of cracks in drywall,😬 in your own home and in future homes that you may be buying... but welcome to my own home... and the cracks that come and go every year. 😣

The separation between the countertop and the wall just goes to show how much a home can shift! It is wild.🙃 Our house is straight and solid, the basement floor is in perfect condition, only a 20-year-old home, and yet this still happens every single year. While some cracks are reason to cause concern, things like this are also very normal in the Winnipeg climate and soil type. 😊

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The Largest Transition

With one generation moving out of their homes and beginning to downsize we are seeing the largest generational transition of both wealth and "stuff"

This is a generation that was able to build massive wealth in their homes, selling them for significantly more than what they bought it for, and probably living in a paid-off home for years.

This generation also loved nicknacks and tchotchke; they kept numerous items "in case they ever needed it" and wanted to keep most to hand down to their kids. The biggest problem is that those tchotchkes don't have value now, and the kids don't want the stuff. Old solid wood tables haven't come back in style (yet), and thus, prepping a home for sale is a daunting task.

Maybe this sounds familiar, you or your parent are going through this right now, and we are here to help. Reach out, and let's talk about what your downsizing journey might look like.

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These Letters Are Floating Around Winnipeg

These letters are floating around Winnipeg in abundance right now, and while they may seem incredibly enticing, just know that, ultimately, the person who wrote that letter will benefit from a transaction with you—not you.🫤 

I have had many homeowners come to me after getting these letters and being tempted by the price💰 they are being offered, and I can tell you 100% of the time I can sell it for more and have that person net more money in their pockets—yes, even after they pay me. This isn't about me making money—this is about making sure you get what your home is truly worth and that you come out ahead in the end.😄 

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Who Do You Know?

Believe it or not, but our team currently has 53 buyers searching for homes... and there isn't a lot on the market right now...

So what are we doing about it? We are getting out there and searching for off-market homes. Maybe you know of someone that is thinking of selling? They want a fair value but dread prepping their home and going through a full listing. Do they want it to be simple and easy? Maybe they want a longer possession to allow them to find a new home.

By connecting the dots with yours (or your friend's home) we can make all this happen!

Dm us if you or someone you know has any of these homes and is thinking of selling.

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🏡 River Park South Weekly Market Update 🌟

Hey everyone! It’s time for your weekly dose of real estate insights from River Park South. 📈

For this week:

🔥  4 homes sold in River Park South

🏠  3 new listings have just hit the market

🤩  4 homes on the market

The market is buzzing with activity! Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or stay informed, we have the latest trends and stats.

Have questions about the market or need personalized advice? I’m here to help! Feel free to reach out anytime.

🔗 Watch the full video for all the details. And don’t forget to like, share, and comment!

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Are You Relocating To Winnipeg?

Are you relocating to Winnipeg? 🤨

Often, when people move to Winnipeg, they start researching on Google,👀 and things may not always pop up as sunshine and roses,😩 but I promise you I love this city and all that it offers!😍 

When you are beginning your relocation journey, we want to make sure you are learning🧐 about each neighbourhood, which one is the right fit for you, and all about the uniqueness of buying a home in Winnipeg. 

Comment or DM the word "conversation" and we will get you started on that journey! 😀