Benefits of Being an Avid Reader
Posted on Apr 19, 2021 in Human Interest
Are you one of those people who used to read and today's busy world has changed all that? Where have the days gone when you can pick up a book, either fiction or otherwise and just enjoy some me time. Did you used to read your favorite magazine subscription cover to cover or really read the newspaper instead of skimming the articles? If you are h...
Mitchell's Bay, The Duck Hunting Mecca
Posted on Apr 12, 2021 in Chatham-Kent Attractions
I was so happy to read an article that the TV show ‘Canada in the Rough’ had featured Robert Stanley, the local hunting and fishing guide from Mitchell’s Bay in an episode which aired April 11/2021 on City TV. Scott hosted his ‘Canada in The Rough’ guests last December and took them out onto Lake St. Clair hunting canvasback ducks, some of the larg...
April is Cancer Awareness Month
Posted on Apr 05, 2021 in Human Interest
April is Cancer awareness month. Unfortunately, we have all been touched in some way by this terrible disease. The Canadian Cancer Society funds research on all types of cancer, offers information on cancer, treatment and risk reduction, and provides amazing support for those suffering with cancer as well as family members and friends. In normal ti...
Happy Easter
Posted on Apr 01, 2021 in Chatham-Kent Events
This year with the Covid restrictions Easter celebrations will be different as was last year. But let us all be optimistic as our Chatham-Kent vaccination roll-out continues to immunize more and more of our residents. Restrictions, I understand prohibit groups indoor of over 5 so many family get -togethers will be impossible. Let us look ahead at a...
Home Safety Measures
Posted on Mar 29, 2021 in Home Ownership
1) Invest in a Home Security System that is monitored by a security company. Don't rely on your pet to alert neighbors.
2) Install cameras at front and rear of home. Robbers want to get in and out in a hurry and do not want to be caught in the act on camera. If they see the cameras, chances are they will move on to an easier target.
3) Install lamin...
Staging Your Home to Capture Buyers Attention
Posted on Mar 22, 2021 in Home Selling Tips
It takes 30 seconds to make a first impression and 55% of that impression is visual. Another important fact to remember is that it takes 9 times to change a first impression. That could mean that you will never get the chance to show that prospective buyer the real plus’ of your home. Once a buyer is turned off on a property, the odds are that he...