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LDR launches new site for 2010
March 4, 2010 - Lake District Realty - the Waterfront Company is proud to announce the launch of a new web site packed with features for buyers and sellers of Waterfront Property.
New this year is an enhanced package for listings which includes GPS mapping, video capability and an expanded reach to qualified prospects through our Property Profile system - matching your wishlist with the perfect property. Mobile users can enjoy a streamlined experience to get to the most popular information quickly and easily. LDR has also joined the ranks of Facebook and Twitter to keep our prospects up to speed with any new listings or news relevant to Waterfront in the area.
The slick interface is intuitive and will help the audience get a true representation of all the great things about owning waterfront property in Sharbot Lake. We invite you to visit our listings and contact us to experience the LDR difference.
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February 2010
As winter passes quickly, we at Lake District Realty are busy designing and building our unique tradeshow booth which will be ready for the Ottawa Cottage Show from April 09 – April 11 at Lansdowne Park. We hope that Ottawa will come out to meet us and get the scoop on the 2010 cottage market. Affordable cottages and wilderness waterfront only 1 – 1.5 hours west of Ottawa’s door step.
By all indications, we should have a wonderful selection of family cottages, waterfront lots and year-round waterfront homes. In March, we will commence the task of meeting owners, evaluating their properties and preparing the listings for the April 01 start date. We will bring many of these listings to the tradeshow so if you are a waterfront owner contemplating selling, a phone call now is in order to book a marketing team visit and get listed in time for the cottage show.
If you’re contemplating buying, we will be on deck to answer questions about the Lake District and specific buying questions. We will have financing details and pertinent handouts defining the cottage country, the lakes and all the recreational opportunities. This region offers great swimming, boating, fishing, ATVing, birdwatching, hiking and the list goes on.. 5,000 lakes and 5,000 opportunities.
The Edge magazine has forecast the interest rates will remain low in 2010 but will rise in 2011….When is the time to buy?....When purchase prices are reasonable and interest rates are low…that is this year. If you purchase before July, the blended HST will be avoided.
If you have filled out a property profile request on our website, please be sure to update it if you have any changes in your requirements. Spring is closer than you think!
See you at the Ottawa Cottage Show!
Alison, Matt, Joel, Martina, Ev
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Seasons Greetings
The ground will soon be covered with snow and our thanks go out to all the families that listed with us and we welcome all those families that will be joining the Lake District region in their new waterfront properties. If you visit our sold section on our website you will see how healthy the market was this year. In spite of a global financial meltdown, Land O’ Lakes experienced its best year of sales. On average, the selling price was 95% of asking or better. Our company took great pains to price properties properly reflecting true market value. Buyers were impressed with our inventory and five attentive staff to assist in their purchase. As we wind down for the 2009 season, we ask all waterfront property owners who are contemplating selling in the 2010 season to get in touch and have us give them a free market assessment. This assessment will tell you clearly what your property is worth, what you should list it for and what our marketing strategy is. Our company is a marketing company. This year we introduced professionally produced videos of some of our listings. These videos were placed on YouTube for national and international exposure. This is part of our secret to successful selling. There is much more….let us visit you and give you the whole picture.
We begin again in March 2010 to list new properties which will be featured at the Ottawa Cottage Show, April 09 – April 11, 2010. Let us know if you wish to be part of our repertoire.
Seasons Greetings from The Lake District Team.....Matthew, Joel, Alison, Martina and Ev
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The Family Cottage...The investment that just keeps giving!
You may be a seasoned cottager, one who bought 15-20 years ago. You bought a cottage to buy valuable time with your family or just to retreat to nature, peace and quiet. The years pass by very quickly…the children may now be in another part of the country or just not able to get to the cottage, you may be thinking it’s time to move on to the next chapter. That cottage that you bought just keeps giving. Have you ever considered what the cottage can do for you now you have retired? If your cottage is paid off it may be worth up to half a million dollars but if it is only worth $250,000; it’s an asset that could free up a lot of monthly money.
Based on a $250,000 sale (invested @ 6%) your income (off the principal) is $15,000/year
Monthly money you were spending:
Taxes, Insurance and Maintenance = $5,000/year
Total = $20,000
*The cottage you purchased, and if sold, could add $20,000/year to your annual income.
Maybe it’s time to call the waterfront specialists to advise you of the value of your cottage. Most area cottages sold from $250K-$350K in the 2009 season, we still have many registered buyers. Those folks will have the same pleasure you have had; all those years of wonderful memories and an investment that when it comes time to sell just keeps giving!
Call us for a fall sale or to have an evaluation or get registered as a spring listing with Lake District Realty…..The Waterfront Company™.
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Fall Waterfront in the Land O' Lakes
Fall has arrived more quickly than we would have liked at Lake District Realty! We're sure you feel the same way! The summer listings have been both interesting and well received. The season, however, is not over! You will continue to see new listings loading each week. Is fall the time to buy? We believe it is!
Why buy in the Fall? Consider the following:
• It is the best time to see waterfront quality
• Most sellers are attentive to offers
• You have been researching the market and now have a good sense of values
• Prices have been stable in spite of the economy
• The waterfront in eastern Ontario has been in demand and is still the best buy in Ontario
• Interest rates are 2.25% (prime) plus .3 to .7%
• The fall weather is beautiful and the crowds have gone
We are here to show you property until the snow flies. Remember – location, location, location! The Land O’Lakes Tourist Region is halfway between Toronto and Montreal. If your family is spread out, we are that 'halfway' place. The Land O’ Lakes - a great meeting place!
We are marketing our listings and those of other companies. Contact us if you feel September, October or November is the right time to find that special waterfront property. Come on up for a tour of available properties. We'd love to meet you!!
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The Sharbot Blogger
The Sharbot Blogger…I’ve been called many things in my life but this is the best ever! The Sharbot Blog will be a weekly report on our activity in the community, the Real Estate World. This week began with an unusual task…contemplating how to encourage waterfront owners that it is not too late to list. Why list now?…We have three Buyers, who have an under $800,000 budget and we have no listings to match. Why a shopkeeper with no peas on the shelf! We have several Ottawa families looking for the traditional 3-bedroom cottage under $300,000. So, our first blog is to you the waterfront property owner who is ready to sell. Call us for a current market assessment on your cottage or waterfront lot. You may be pleasantly surprised at its value. 613-279-2108
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Land O' Lakes.....A Recreational Paradise
I was once asked, So what do you do here? I believe I was asked that question by a lady who had just arrived from the city. The city, a place of endless shopping malls, theatres, bowling alleys, dinner clubs, recreation centres and the list goes on. It prompted me to think about the Lake District…what was there to do, why do people come here?
Life has become an ear shattering nerve numbing existence. Coming to the country, to these lakes in particular, is about saving a small portion of your life for yourself and your family. The countryside and lakes offer the answer of “what to do”…a canoe or a kayak can be placed in the majority of the lakes and streams at public access points. On the Land O’ Lakes map, a small watercraft launch symbol denotes a public “no charge” launch; just be sure your craft is not transporting zebra mussels or foreign species from the last location. We have fabulous interconnecting water bodies such as Bobs Lake or the Crotch Lake 3-day canoe route into interior Crown Lands. Consider the Salmon River or the never ending Mississippi River system canoeing routes which commence in the Mazinaw and travel the entire Frontenacs into Lanark and beyond. Power boating and waterskiing can be enjoyed on lakes that are miles long.
Fishing you ask! Some of the finest lake trout fishing can be experienced on ten area lakes. Why boast about lake trout? Lake trout require very deep and very clean water to survive. Natural Resources and our Township Councils have united to limit severances on lake trout lakes to maintain water quality “novel idea” and very progressive. Northern pike, small and largemouth bass, walleye, muskie, perch and panfish are all very healthy and abundant in the Lake O’ Lakes. Anglers don’t have to look beyond the lakes north of Kingston to find healthy fish fit to eat. Bob Izumi, a Canadian name in the fishing world, makes Eastern Ontario a frequent on his fishing shows and declares we have “some of the best fishing in Canada”. The last Saturday in June, bass fishing opens. In early May, trout, walleye and pike open.
Walking you say…I just like to walk. Look no further. Sharbot Lake was the home of several railway lines stopping and directing cargo and people north, south, east and west. The trains no longer pass through the village of Sharbot Lake. Recreational trails have replaced the train tracks. Local residents with train history have spent years creating a living railway museum in the village. Walk to the former train station platform and you will find a short set of tracks that have been re-established along with railroad memorabilia. A visual pavilion has been erected with photos of the railroaders and early community life, the history comes back to life! Walking the railway line has been preserved for generations to come and extends to the limits of the Land O’ Lakes territory. On your walking tour, sit in the community herb garden or help yourself to some fresh sage or rosemary for the stew you have simmering back at the cottage. If you don’t walk or cross country ski, how about ATVings, snowmobiling, horseback riding or motocross. The recreational trails travel through 1000s of acres of untouched private and Crown Lands; horseback riding heaven. Several privately run stables with horseback trail riding and lessons are in the area. We share the trail respectfully with all walks of recreation activity.
Three major Provincial Parks dot the region with landscapes Pierre Burton would find noteworthy. Enjoy sand beaches and 100s of fully serviced campsites or wilderness camping on Crown Land sites. Each park has an excellent site map.
Lodges, resorts, housekeeping cottages can be found on the LAND O’ LAKES MAP; 19 campgrounds, 52 lodges, resorts, motels and housekeeping cottages are listed in the Land O’ Lakes region. Many more are quietly tucked away to be discovered.
I was once told we have 5000 lakes in the Sharbot Lake and surrounding area. I really thought it was an exaggeration until I purchased a satellite-generated map and placed it on my office wall. This is truly an area of little strips of land wrapped around 1000s of water bodies – lakes, streams and rivers, an extension of the Thousand Islands.
Villages Beautiful was established by a committee of local ladies who felt that the area villages were a charming place to visit. The group set up village committees and began funding projects which included planting trees, creating flower beds, building benches and commissioning artists to design and build visually beautiful village signs for the pleasure of the community and visitors. Back road bikers’ heaven!
What can you do here? Hope I’ve answered the question…..Get in your car and travel the fall tour on the Labour Day weekend, visit 100s of residing artisans in their home and village studios, stop at the local eateries, spent a night at the local B&B or just stop in the municipal park in the village of Sharbot Lake and enjoy one of the regions finest sand beaches. No charge, just bring a picnic and swim with the kids. Give them your time to stop for awhile and soak up the beauty. Are you a painter? The group of 7 must have used our area as a backdrop; windswept jack pines, Canadian Shield rocky outcroppings, lakes and streams, woods and waterfalls. If you don’t own your own piece of this paradise, come and spend some of your time exploring the quiet unspoiled beauty of the Land O’ Lakes; the hidden gem between Peterborough and Ottawa.
What do we do here?…..I think it is really about what we don’t do here that is the secret. If you need help finding that special place visit our site regularly, fill in your Property Profile “wish list” on our site or just give us a call.
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The Spring Market
The front cover of the April edition of the Canadian Business magazine reads "This could be the Buying Opportunity of a Lifetime". We agree! and so have many Purchasers. Lake District Realty has experienced its best April/May on record.
Mortgage rates have never been lower; 3-4% and waterfront property prices in the Land O' Lakes region are among the best in the province. Please visit our sold section on our website to view recent sales. You will find family cottages priced from $200,000 to $350,000 and year-round waterfront homes selling for under $500,000.
Owners of waterfront have been a bit reluctant to list but have been pleasantly surprised with selling prices logging in at approximately 95% from asking price. We are pleased with the excellent selection of listings ranging from $47,000 to $1M. We welcome back the American buyers who now enjoy a 20% spread on their exchange.
If you're looking to buy waterfront and want direct agent assistance, do fill in our Property Profile request in the "Contact Us" section of our website. An agent will contact you directly when a listing matches your specifications.
Location, location, location...come to Land O' Lakes, Eastern Ontario's best kept secret with 5000 pristine lakes, 1.5 hours from Ottawa and 3 hours from Toronto.
Visit our offices Monday - Friday 9-5 or Saturday 10-4. We will provide you with a complete Buyer's kit including mapping, trail guides and area listings to explore.
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The April Report
Early signs indicate that the Land O'Lakes waterfront real estate market is off to a great start. If you look at our listing page you will be impressed with the high quality listings which we have accurately priced to sell. We have received multiple offers on several of our properties; sales are already logging in at a healthy rate.
We can only assume that well priced waterfront homes and cottages are appealing as a good investment vehicle. A second consideration is the fabulously low interest rates. People who have been disappointed by the stock market are turning to real estate in well-priced areas. Land O' Lakes real estate prices are some of the lowest in Eastern Ontario.
The weather has finally given way to open lakes and good passage on area roads. It is an interesting market place where the Sellers are respecting fair market value and the Buyers are appreciating the reasonable listing prices. For those of you who have not visited the Sharbot Lake, Ontario area, you will be pleased to find a fully serviced rural waterfront community with all of the retail and medical services. Ottawa, Canada's capital is only an hour and a half away and a short 50 minutes away historic Kingston, Ontario. Perth, one of Ontario’s most charming towns is only 30 minutes away. Take a road tour and discover the Land O’ Lakes secret…
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Spring is Listing Time!
LDR is an upscale brokerage, listing and selling waterfront properties in the Land O’ Lakes region.
Cottage Life magazine asks…”Why not invest in something worthwhile this year…yourself.” We share their sentiments, life by the water either cottage or full-time living cannot be matched. Over 5000 lakes lie north of Kingston, west of Ottawa and east of Toronto in the Land O’ Lakes district. Lake properties in this region are still among the least expensive in Ontario. Our area offers cottages starting as low as $170,000. Just give thought to where you invest your money. If you purchased an area property on water in 1999, that property today has more than doubled in value. If you invested one dollar in 1999 in the Dow Jones Index, that dollar is now worth $.64 as of March 05, 2009. The Dow was at 10,500 points on May 1, 1999 and on March 5, 2009 the Dow was 6,594 points, down 36.5%. The volatility of the stock market has left many investors high and dry. Every market presents opportunities to those who are attentive. Land O’ Lakes is offering most affordable waterfront listings and the mortgage rates are presently 3.3% on a variable rate. Mortgages have not been this low in most of our lifetimes…don’t become part of the crowd that buy when prices are high and mortgage rates are back up to 13%. Now is the time to buy.
Waterfront in the Land O’ Lakes is still pristine. Clean and well monitored lakes ensure you of years of quality waterfront enjoyment. Waterfront properties in the Land O’ Lakes are wonderful investments but most of all they represent the most precious commodity….TIME. Time to unwind, time to relax with family and friends and time just to yourself…Let time work for you both personally and financially.
We have been established for over 20 years and now have the 1st waterfront only brokerage in the region. Our offices are located on Sharbot Lake in the Village of Sharbot Lake. We have structured the company to serve the Sellers and Buyers of waterfront by forming a group of three experienced sales people backed by two professional marketing and administrative assistants. All five of us team together to represent your property in the very best light.
Marketing – The old saying “you have to spend money to make money” prevails here. Our advertising begins with a professionally designed website where Buyers can submit their requirements; we monitor the profile matching it with our listings until they find exactly what they are looking for. Paper advertising directs Buyers to our website. We have reserved several pages in “On the Water” magazine, a high-end magazine that circulates all summer. We advertise monthly in Valley Seaway Homes which covers Ottawa to Land O’ Lakes and the Cottage Trader which covers Land O’ Lakes to southern Ontario. People find us and in turn find your property.
Sales Team – The Sales team represents 40 years of selling specifically in this region. The two principals of the company are Alison Robinson, Broker of Record and Matthew Robinson, Broker/Owner. Our newest member is Joel Gray, Broker. Professional guidance is required to obtain the best results in the sale of your property; we offer you our services and our experience.
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Welcome...Welcome
Lake District Realty is pleased to welcome Joel Gray to our Brokerage. He was born in the Land O' Lakes area and resides here with his family. Along with his enthusiasm, Joel brings ten years of real estate experience in waterfront sales. Welcome Joel. ...more
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New Ontario Senior Homeowners' Property Tax Grant
The following information was taken from a pamphlet distributed by the Ontario Government.
Beginning in 2009, the Ontario Senior Homeowners’ Property Tax Grant will be provided to help eligible senior homeowners with low and moderate incomes pay their property taxes.
-Eligible senior homeowners will be able to obtain a grant of up to $250 in 2009. The maximum grant will be increased to $500 for 2010 and subsequent years.
-Senior couples with $250 or more in property taxes in 2008 and incomes of up to $45,000 will receive the maximum grant in 2009, while those with incomes between $45,000 and $60,000 will receive a proportionately smaller grant.
-Single seniors with $250 or more in property taxes in 2008 and incomes of up to $35,000 will receive the maximum grant in 2009, while those with incomes between $35,000 and $50,000 will receive a proportionately smaller grant.
To receive the 2009 grant, on December 31st of 2008, an applicant:
-must own and occupy a principal residence in Ontario, for which he or she must have paid property taxes in 2008, and
-must be at least 64 years old.
With the new grant, most eligible seniors will receive more property tax relief than under the current system. Senior homeowners who already receive full property tax relief through the Ontario Tax Credits (OTCs) will continue to do so through the combination of grant and credit.
Applications for the 2009 grant and the OTCs will be contained in the 2008 personal income tax returns (Form ON479), available in early 2009.
If you need more information on the new grant or the OTCs, call 1-800-337-7222 or 1-800-263-7776 for TTY between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
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Nature Conservancy of Canada
Lake District Realty has enjoyed 21 years of working in one of Canada's most beautiful "untouched" areas. We have, however, come to realize that there are vast areas of habitat that are being eroded around the world and even in our own beautiful country. As our part to preserve large tracts of habitat, we have become a member of the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
The Nature Conservancy of Canada has been working for 45 years to identify ecologically significant land across the country, to protect natural habitat and take care of it for the future. With the membership money, they actively purchase and protect over 2 million acres across Canada. These are parcels of land where 70% of the species are at risk trying to survive alongside mankind. The NCC is designing a blueprint for Canada's prairies and parklands to preserve remaining grass lands. This is just one of their projects. To find out more or become a member, visit their website at www.natureconservancy.ca. Their national office is located at 36 Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M4R 1A1 / 1-800-465-0029 / E-mail: nature@natureconservancy.ca ...more
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Fall - A Fine Time to Buy!
The summer of 2008 has been a wet one and a time of economic uncertainty. In spite of this, the market in our area has been steady with a large portion of the sales starting in August and continuing through September. With the stock market shake up, many families are thinking that money invested in waterfront will provide a safe stable vehicle and allow for the enjoyment of a family cottage at the same time. Look all over Ontario and Land O' Lakes will stand out on every front; price, lake quality, accessibility and resale value.
Visit our Solds. You will see Sales from $250,000 to $680,000. Check our Listings section for complete details including directions and surveys of fine area waterfront homes and cottages.
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Winter Update
The 21st season for Lake District Realty has been both unique and successful. After 20 years of handling all walks of real estate, we became a company focused on the specialized needs of waterfront sales…the decision to specialize did not come without great soul searching. All of our listings and sales over the years have been special and exciting and formed the foundation of our company. The decision to specialize in one area came about from a desire to keep the service strong.
There are an estimated 5000 lakes in the area and our reputation for selling waterfront over the years has grown. Waterfront listings require a concentrated effort. Our approach to selling is to combine the efforts of all of our staff from listing, advertising, marketing and selling. Each property benefits from the multi-disciplined team that is assigned to each listing. The decision to focus was one of deductive reasoning; to do one thing and to do it well.
Our listing season begins March 1st and ends December 31st each year. January/February is dedicated to reviewing, rebooting and recharging staff batteries. The lake properties in January/February are covered in ice and snow and Buyers are reluctant to purchase waterfront they just can’t see!
In March we start to visit and complete paperwork for listings that commence in April. Our website displays the sales of previous years so Sellers can see our accomplishments and decide if we are the right company to hire and sell their most valued asset.
We love the lakes, we live and work here, our knowledge of the area is unsurpassed and our background in marketing is time tested.
We look forward to answering any questions you may have and encourage you to contact us in March 2009 to visit and discuss our specialized service.
We wish to thank all of our staff, clients, customers, professional advisors and our community for its ongoing support. We wish you all a healthy and bountiful 2009.
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Why Buy Here......
•Interest rates lower than any year in the past ten years…
•Land O’ Lakes identified as one of the least expensive waterfront regions to purchase a waterfront cottage or home…
•Unspoiled waterfront on 5,000 lakes in the “Land O’ Lakes”…
•Ideally located halfway between Montreal and Toronto and only 1 ½ hours from Ottawa.
A peaceful oasis in a fast-paced world…Land O’ Lakes.
Put your feet in the crystal waters, sit quietly amid old pines, a breeze on your face; a place of tranquility. The Lake District.
The family cottage, a place where you can really look into your children’s eyes, a place to chat with your folks or visit with a friend.
Capture back a piece of your life; why not have a portion of your investments in a family cottage. An investment you can enjoy!
Visit Lake District Realty’s website each week and watch other people investing in a piece of paradise. Maybe next week we will list the property that matches your requirements.
If you need help call us or fill in the Property Profile section of our site and we will help you find that special place you have been thinking about.
In June and July, cottages priced in the mid $250-$350K range have had steady sales. Our top sale of $749,000 on the Big Rideau has just sold and now we have several excellent waterfront lots that Buyers have been asking for. Year-round homes on the water are affordably priced from $350K-$600K.
Watch the site, visit the Solds, call us or e-mail us.
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Not Sure Who To List With?????
Hire the knowledgeable, local, well equipped professionals serving The Land O' Lakes district.
The snow has just receded enough to know there are lakes out there! If this is the year to sell the family waterfront cottage, waterfront home or water lot we are ready to go!
Over the winter, the Company moved into position to be what we call ourselves “The Waterfront Company”...a specialty company whose focus is 100% waterfront.
Our website was redesigned to meet the needs of waterfront Buyers and Sellers. It is user-friendly and has many expanded capabilities. Video imaging will permit the Buyer to see the landscape around the cottage or waterfront home, as well as a more intimate look at the interiors. Our video crew will commence as soon as the landscape greens up!
The approach to selling something as unique as each waterfront takes a coordinated effort. Matthew and Alison will gladly meet with you at your property and share their 30 years of combined exposure to all the lakes in North, Central and South Frontenac; The Land O’ Lakes region and then provide a marketing strategy for your property.
Listings commence in early April and continue through the season. For this reason, we urge you to make our site one of your “favorites”. Each week the site will change...new listings, solds, articles and much more. This new site was designed to be interactive with the public. If you are a Seller, your main concern is how your property will be seen by all potential Buyers. Most serious Buyers shop on MLS and the internet. Our website has been designed to reach consumers. If you list with our company you will have all of our attention and our very active Buyer-Customer base. We are part of MLS and advertise heavily..We connect with the Buyers.
If you are a Buyer and would like our assistance, visit our website..the Contact Us section followed by the Property Profile. This area of the site permits you to tell us in detail what you are looking for. Fill in the form and submit it and within 48 hours an agent will call you to discuss your needs more specifically. Over the season our management system will select listings that may be of interest to you and forward them to you for review. You’re on your way to cottage country and maybe a year-round home on the lake.
We look forward to meeting you!
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Thinking of Relocating?
Over the years many of the families who have enjoyed their cottages on the area lakes have decided to move here permanently. Beautiful Sharbot Lake and area have a full line grocery store, an expanding medical centre and a variety of retail and service industry businesses. These businesses contribute to the comfort of living in this picturesque rural area.
Families with children will find both elementary and secondary schools in Sharbot Lake. Service clubs in the area include Legion, Lions and Masons to mention a few should you wish to continue your membership in the area. There are also many local activity clubs to join from quilting to theatre and most things in between! Of course, there are the many lakes and trails for all number of outdoor activities.
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Let's talk Waterfront!
The 2007 season was very positive with waterfront sales remaining active. Waterfront lot prices ranged in value from approximately $100,000 to $200,000 for up to a 3 acre lot. Lots have not been abundant and as a result have sold very quickly once placed on the market. The traditional family cottage which used to sell for around $200,000 has increased in value over the last three years. Family cottages range in value from $250,000 to $350,000. Year round living in the Land O’Lakes area is most desirable. Year round waterfront homes are approximately priced at $250,000 to $600,000. Lake District Realty handled several large tracts of waterfront in 2007 with prices ranging up to $1,000,000. Waterfront development parcels are in demand.
We invite waterfront property owners who are considering selling to contact us for a private consultation. We would be pleased to discuss the potential value of your property for the 2008 selling season which begins in March. Take a look at our Just Sold section for an overview of sales.
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SPRING 2008.....
Lake District Realty is pleased to present a fine selection of area waterfront homes, cottages and lots. The market has responded favorably to our listings, as many of the properties are already posting sold or conditionally sold.
Locating in the Land O' Lakes area will be a pleasure of a life time! No longer are these lakes isolated; they are quiet natural lakes located in fully serviced rural communities.
Can you remember 13% interest rates? I can! 5.5% interest rates should be one of the greatest mobilizing factors for the purchase of that waterfront property you've been contemplating.
Do you need some help? Give us a call.
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LDR Launches New Site!
It is probably apparent by now that we have updated the look and feel of our web site but looks aren't everything...we've added a number of great, user-friendly features as well!
To help you get the most out of our new site, we've highlighted some of the new features and benefits.
To help us find you the perfect property, we have developed the LDR Property Profile. This is a series of questions that you answer and submit to us (any time of day) to create your own profile on our system. Your answers are then cross referenced with the listings in our database and matched with a number of properties with the appropriate criteria. This new system will allow us to pre-qualify potential buyers and listings and increase our efficiency - as they say, "time is of the essence" in real estate.
Our new look Listings now offer a truly rich mix of information and multimedia content to showcase the properties. When browsing our listings, you'll now see a slideshow of each property in detail along with the capability of viewing land surveys, downloading feature sheets and in some cases, watch an online video walkthrough.
We have also expanded upon our Maps area to now include detailed Google Maps of the region. These can be used to view the geography as well as gain a true overview of waterways and road access points.
No News was not good News...so we have created our own News area. We are now committed to keeping you informed! Watch our home page for more News and event information through the seasons.
Aside from these, there are even more improvements and enhancements for you to experience - from a more streamlined interface and user experience to helpful Links to government agencies, companies and associations relevant to our area.
Thanks for visiting...we hope you like our new site!
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