Laurie Ogilvie Real Estate
309 -A Lakeshore Rd E L6J 1J3 Oakville, ON, Canada

What is Home Staging? Staging means preparing a home for sale to appeal to the largest number of buyers, increasing the chances of selling quickly and for a higher price. As a seller, you can stage your own home, have your Realtor help you stage it, or hire a professional home stager. A new twist on home staging is virtual staging, which means that photos of a home are digitally enhanced to demonstrate the possibilities of the space.... I happen to love home staging and can provide you with many expert tips on how to stage your home to sell! Call me to set up a virtual walk-thru of your home. Laurie :) . . . . #homestaging #stagingtosell #homesellerstips #homesellerswanted #remax #remaxagent #remaxoakville #oakville #oakvilleontario #oakvillehomes #oakvillerealtor #laurieogilvierealestate #stagetosell

Oakville market statistics for March 2021 are here...we are still in a seller's market with very low inventory. Homes are getting multiple offers and selling well over the asking price. I have qualified home buyers looking for homes in Oakville, if you're thinking about selling, let's chat! Laurie :)... . . . . #oakville #realestate #oakvillerealtor #househunting #oakvilleontario #oakvillerealestate #burlingtonrealestate #mississaugarealestate #remax #luxuryhomes #oakvillehomes #homesellerswanted #sellingmyhome #oakvilleon #oakvillelife See more

Avoid these Homebuyer Turnoffs If you want to sell your home and get top dollar for it you need to avoid common mistakes that will turn off prospective homebuyers and send them running. Sellers who hang around for showings... Gutters with plants growing in them Poor or no curb appeal Damp basement A house full of busy wallpaper Dimly Lit Rooms Dirty Bathrooms Dogs barking at the door Odours (other than cookies baking) Most of these problems are home selling issues you can correct without spending a lot of money. Let’s connect and I can explain what you can do to prepare your property for a quick sale. Laurie :) . . . . . #realestate #buyers #homebuyers #sellersagent #realestatetips #homeownership #Homebuyers #oakvillerealtor #oakvillerealestate #oakville #burlingtonrealtor #burlingtonrealestate #oakvilleontario #mississaugarealestate #mississauga #burlington #remax #avoidthesemistakes #laurieogilvierealestate #sellersmarket #sellerstips #homesellerswanted #homesellerstips

A backsplash is what you will usually see behind your bathroom vanity countertop to help reduce damage to the walls behind the sinks. But they also offer a chance to put in a personal touch to the bathroom or powder room. Materials vary widely now from stone to glass to tile. The choices are limitless. Here are some of my favourite non-traditional backsplash options: Board & Batten Wainscot (Source: Park and Oak Design) Ledger Stone (Source: 2id Interiors)... Natural Stone (Source: James Cleary Architecture) Quartzite Countertop Carried Onto Wall - (Source: Dona Rosene Interiors Wood Accent (Source: Alair Homes) What do you think about these options? Yay or Nay? . . . . #backsplash #bathroomdesign #bathroombacksplash #bathroomdecor #bathroominspo #oakvlle #oakvillerealtor #oakvillerealestate #remax #listingagent #laurieogilvierealestate

Spring is in the air! Do you feel the need to clean, declutter, and organize this time of the year? I do! Love these ideas to get organized in the kitchen. Which one(s) would you like in your home? . .... . . #springcleaning #declutter #getorganizedinthekitchen #kitchenorganization #oakvillerealtor #oakvillerealestate #oakvillehomes #laurieogilvierealestate #remax #organizationideas See more

Every day is an opportunity to do something amazing! If you’ve been thinking about home ownership, let’s chat! Laurie :) .... . . #onedayordayone #newopportunity #FirstTimeHomeBuyers #WannaBuyAHouse #NeedARealtor #HomeownershipGoals #NeedAnAgent #HonestRealtor #HomeBuyerTips #homebuyingtips101 #laurieogilvierealestate #oakville #oakvilleontario #oakvillehomes #oakvillerealestate See more

Spring is a big month for home maintenance. They don’t call it Spring Cleaning for nothing. Especially focus on the exterior of your home as it’s just gone through winter and is preparing for the summer heat. Some areas to work on: Check the exterior drainage. Will rainwater flow away from the house? Puddles should not stand around your home for more than 24 hours.... Clean out gutters. They’ve likely accumulated leaves from the fall and grime/sediment from the winter snows and/or rains. Inspect the exterior of your home. Is any paint chipping? Is any siding damaged from winter? Are there any holes in your brick? Take a close look all-around your house, and make any repairs as needed. Get your air conditioning system ready for summer; consider having it serviced. Repair/replace damaged window screens. You don’t want bugs making their way in because you missed a hole in a window screen. And no, duct tape doesn’t count. It can be a quick fix, but don’t leave it for long. It just looks bad. Clear dead plants/shrubs from the house. This could double as a gardening tip, but if you didn’t trim trees or shrubs in the fall, do so now. Plants can weasel their way into cracks and holes on the exterior of your home, causing damage and shortened longevity. Check trees for interference with electric lines. Have professionally trimmed if necessary. Inspect roofing for damage, leaks, etc. Repair as needed; you may need a professional. I have an extensive network, reach out if you need a professional to help with any areas of your home maintenance. I’d be happy to refer you to a few good people. Laurie :) . . . . #homemaintenance #homemaintenancetips #homeonwership #springcleaningtips #homeimprovement #homerepairs #homeowners #inspection #waterdamage #cleangutters #oakville #oakvillehomes #oakvillerealestate #oakvillerealtor #laurieogilvierealestate #remax

Love these glamorous bathroom designs by Kelly Hoppen! Are any of these on your #dreambathroom vision board? Source: roomdecorideas.eu #glam #glamorousbathroom #bathroomgoals #dreambathrooms #elegantdesign #luxurybathroom #bathroominspo #tub #homegoals #oakville #oakvillerealtor #oakvillerealestate #laurieogilvierealestate

Mistake #1- Not knowing what you can afford before making an offer. The best way to avoid this is to get pre-approved for a mortgage so you know exactly how much you can afford. Usually, pre-approvals are free. Mistake #2 - Not knowing who the agent represents. Unless an agent is working as your buyer representative, they represent the seller. Many people don't realize this.... Mistake #3 - Choosing the wrong mortgage. A bad mortgage can cost you thousands in taxes and interest. Consult an accountant before you choose your mortgage. Mistake #4 - Not finding problems with the home before buying it. You should always have a professional inspector look at the home before buying it, otherwise you could be looking at huge repair costs later on. Mistake #5- Not understanding how your credit can impact your ability to purchase or refinance a home. Get a mortgage professional to help you go over and prepare your credit file before you buy a home. I'd be happy to introduce you to my trusted mortgage agents that I have personally worked with. There’s a lot to know about the ins and outs of buying a house. Let’s work together to find the best home for you and your family. Laurie :) . . . . #realestate #buyers #realtor #homebuyers #buyersagent #newhome #firsttimehomebuyer #homebuying #homebuyer #househunting #realestatetips #homeownership #Homebuyers #oakvillerealtor #oakvillerealestate #oakville #burlingtonrealtor #burlingtonrealestate #oakvilleontario #mississaugarealestate #mississauga #burlington #remax #avoidthesemistakes #laurieogilvierealestate

This Mississauga home Sold over Asking in Just 5 days ! The payoff of choosing the Right Realtor who has a team that sets the stage for todays buyers! Thank you Mosaic Staging for your great work!

What’s the one thing you don’t have in your current house that you must have in your next one? Sunroom, main floor family room, walkout basement & in-law suite, inground pool, large lot backing onto trails, walk-in closet, soaker tub, home gym, main floor office? Let me know in the comments below. ... Laurie :) . . . . #laurieogilvierealestate #homegoals #homeownership #homesweethome #homeowner #homesearch #homesellers #homesellerwanted #pricingyourhome #oakville #oakvillehomes #oakvilleontario #oakvillerealtor #oakvillerealestate #oakvilleremax #remax #remaxagent See more

Want to know when your neighbours are selling & for how much, I can tell you as soon as this house goes on the market. Visit my website and pop in your address. (Don’t worry all info is completely confidential.) http://www.laurieogilvie.com//landing/streetmatch/index.asp... Laurie :) . . . . #homesearch #homesellers #homesellerwanted #pricingyourhome #oakville #oakvillehomes #oakvilleontario #oakvillerealtor #oakvillerealestate #oakvilleremax #remax #remaxagent

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Thank you to @mosaichomestaging on your fabulous insights on staging this family loved home!! Convenient location Just steps to City Centre / Square One this home offers loads of space for the extended family /in-law endless potential. Listed at $1328800 a must see!! DM me for full tour. #mississaugaontario #letmesellyourhome #laurieogilvierealestate #stagingsells

JUST LISTED! Magnificent lot 64x130 with 3 bed bungalow in the heart of Mississauga. Separate entrance to basement! Park 4 cars in driveway. Steps to everything! Listed 949800! http://www.myvisuallistings.com/vt/303562

DOWNSIZERS capitalize in this market! With "work from home" being the new normal Families are looking for the space to work in and still have room for their children to grow and play in excellent communities! If you no longer need all your space let's chat!

ONE OF A KIND charming home in SE Oakville. Situated on a treelined dead end street. Steps to park, greenspace and top ranked schools. Beautifully landscaped pool sized lot! Truly a must see! 163 Cheverie St listed at 1,498,800. https://youriguide.com/163_cheverie_st_oakville_on

SOLD !!! MULTIPLE OFFERS 12% OVER ASKING!! My Sellers are thrilled to move on to be closer to family in Grimsby after loving this home since 1987! STAGING WORKS!! I met the Buyers and they are thrilled to live in the Clearview Community! Such a great place to raise your children.. I can attest to that!! CONGRATULATIONS !! http://www.myvisuallistings.com/vt/300107

This fabulous southeast Oakville 4 bedroom home has just hit the market! Top ranked school district! Commuter dream with easy access hwy's 407/403/QEW and public transit to Clarkson GO Lakeshore line! Huge pool size lot! Excellent community and home boasting many upgrades! A Must See! 1523 Prince John Circle. Listed at $1,198,800. http://www.myvisuallistings.com/vt/300107

Great article!! As a Realtor I’m really seeing this trend today ! https://www.theglobeandmail.com//article-toronto-realtor/

The market is extremely active once again! Call me if you are considering a move! #laurieogilvierealestate #oakvillerealtor #movingyouhome