Heather Martin

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Welcome to 207 Quebec St, Oshawa ❤️

This charming Bungalow has 3 bedrooms and 2 washrooms. A finished basement for extra space and a backyard perfect for someone who likes to entertain or just relax in the peace and quiet after a long day! 🌻

Message me for a private showing 👈

🏠 OPEN HOUSE ALERT 🏠

We are excited to invite you to our Open House at 207 Quebec St, Oshawa! 🎉

This charming and beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is perfect for families of all sizes. Featuring a tastefully decorated living space and a beautifully updated kitchen, this home is ready for you to move in and make it your own.

Located in a quiet and friendly neighborhood, this home is the perfect location for those looking for a peaceful retreat after a long day. The large backyard is ideal for entertaining or just enjoying the beautiful weather. 🌞

Come join us and explore this stunning home!

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Don't wait, contact Heather Martin, or anyone at The Michelle Fraser Team at 416-494-7686 for more details.We look forward to seeing you!

Which do you prefer?

First-time homebuyers, don’t fall into this trap!

Sometimes, first-timers face trouble when buying a home because they’re trying to make it their last home (AKA their dream home).

That’s not what your first home is for though!

Buying your first home is your chance to set yourself up for real estate success. Your first home should allow you to build equity so you can afford your dream home down the line.

But building equity can be a challenge if you don’t ever buy that first home, or if you buy something way too expensive.

So make sure your first home is just that: a first home, not your dream home.

A great real estate agent can help you from falling into this common trap.

If you want all of my best buying tips, then grab your free copy of the Buyer Guide at the link in bio!

One of my favorite things about real estate: equity!

Quick refresher: equity is what you build when you pay your mortgage every month. Basically, it’s the amount you’ll get back in your pocket when you sell your home.

Equity is what makes real estate such an amazing investment. Instead of having the money you pay for housing just disappear each month like it does when you’re renting, that money ends up in your home as equity.

But you don’t have to wait until you sell your home to tap into your equity. With a home equity line of credit (HELOC) and other equity-based loan options, you can put that money to work for you.

Want to talk more about how you can use your equity or about how to build it in the first place? Just send me a DM!

Stuck in the middle of wanting to buy a home and wanting to have a low interest rate?

When it comes to buying a home in 2023, you really have 2 options.

1) Wait until interest rates drop and see what kind of home you can get

2) Or buy the home that’s right for you now and refinance down the line

If you’re at a point in your life where you’re ready to buy a home and it makes sense for you to do so, the equity you build will make it worth the higher initial rate.

Remember: you’re not married to your interest rate. When rates drop in the future, you can refinance your mortgage and have the best of both worlds: a lower rate and a home that’s building your financial future!

Want to talk more about whether or not buying a home right now is the right move for you? Just send me a DM!

Congratulations to our fantastic client Scott and talented agent Tyler on the successful sale of 69 Gillett Dr.! With incredible teamwork, we sold the property for $98k 🍋 over the asking price!

We're thrilled to see your hard work pay off, and we couldn't be prouder of your achievements. Well done, team!

: 🎉 Congratulations to our clients on their home purchase! They just purchased a beautiful, fully updated 4 bed, 2 bath home in Cobourg with our team member, Farzana Khan!

As first-time homebuyers, they were thrilled to secure their dream home within their budget and time frame, despite having busy work schedules as PSWs. They only needed to attend two showings before making the right decision and bought under the asking price!

This incredible property has a finished basement just steps from the lake.

We're so happy for our clients, who made a smart investment in a wonderful home. Welcome to your new home! 🏠🎊

Attention Executives and Growing Families!

🏡 Discover the perfect home in the Woodlands area of Pickering.

With a main floor office - or a potential bedroom, this home has many features for a savvy homeowner.

This 2798 sq' home is well-maintained with large windows for plenty of natural light. 💡

You'll love the grand front entrance leading to an open-concept 2nd-floor landing. 🌟

The extra-large kitchen boasts lots of counter space, a pantry and breakfast area surrounded by windows, and newer patio doors leading to the backyard. 🌳

🏡 4 bed, 3 bath, 4 parking spots, extra wide lot, unfinished basement waiting for a personal touch

Stay tuned for more details as we get this beautiful property ready for the market!

Contact Tyler or anyone on The Michelle Fraser Team at 📞 416-494-7686 for more information and be the first to schedule a viewing!

Happy Valentine's Day. Wishing you a day filled with plenty of love, flowers, and chocolate!

If you're planning to buy a home in the near future, I advise you to follow these simple tips. It's great to have a head start since unexpected costs are sometimes unavoidable. For more questions, shoot over a DM!

What does your ideal Valentine's Day include-a relaxing dinner at home or dining out at a restaurant?

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What better time to fall in love with a new home than now? As your personal matchmaker, a real estate agent will guide your heart to the home that is right for you! Comment below or send a DM if you are ready to fall in love with a new home.

This checklist is a must-have if you want to get an early start on spring cleaning. *Deep clean floors with polish or a Swiffer, especially in areas with high foot traffic *Dust blinds weekly *Shine mirrors-newspaper works excellent with a cleaner! *Use storage containers to store holiday decor. Label and store in the attic or garage *Cut hedges and trim back bushes away from the home. *Buy fresh flowers from the grocery store to add instant brightness to your home. Make a list of all the tools and cleaning supplies you need before you start. Follow along for more tips around the home!

💥 Introducing 6 Hiscox Court in Whitby! 🌞 This all-brick-raised bungalow is perfect for families & savvy investors. Quiet suburban court location offers peace & privacy + close to amenities & parks.

🛏️ 2+1 bedrooms & 2 full baths, hardwood floors, open-concept living & large windows for natural light. Spacious living room, well-appointed kitchen & peaceful master retreat.

The finished basement is a real bonus, offering a convenient separate walkout. So whether you need a home office, playroom, or extra living space, this level is sure to meet all your needs.

📞 Don't miss out; call Heather or Michelle at The Michelle Fraser Team at 416-494-7686 for more info and to book a showing!

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