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RRSP dollar limit: The registered retirement savings plan dollar limit for 2023 is $30,780, up from $29,210 in 2022. Of course, the amount you can contribute to your RRSP is limited to 18 per cent of your 2022 earned income, which includes (self)employment and rental income, less any pension adjustments, up to the current annual […]

Renovating a Bathroom? Here are some quick facts you need to know when renovating a bathroom! 60% of people who renovate a bathroom renovate the master ensuite bath 61% who renovate gut the bathroom and start from scratch 1/3 of renovators do away with a tub in one of their bathrooms and install a 48 […]

As a buyer and seller during an over heated pandemic market here is some information you may want to review. These are excerpts from a Toronto Star newspaper article.

Realtor David Weir develops six-plex for seniorsAs published by Real Estate Magazine. Giving back to our community is incredibly important to us. During my 25-year real estate career in the Belleville/Trenton area, I found an increasing need for a style of accommodation that allows seniors to transition from a single-family home to a more ‘carefree’ […]

February 10, 2021 Selling a home when separating or divorcing is never an easy time. The purpose of this article is to provide general information about selling your home(s) while in the process of separating or divorcing. As everyone’s circumstances are different, the information contained herein is intended simply to provide guidance that may reduce […]

May 26, 2020 Looking for info on Trenton Elementary & Secondary Schools? Please,  see the below article as published by Inquinte.ca. "While students are out of class at the moment, the Fraser Institute has released its 'report card' on the province's more than 3,000 elementary schools and 700-plus high schools. The rankings for the 2018-19 […]

April 4, 2020 We are drawing 10 names next Sunday! Each of the 10 will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. To enter your name follow us on Instagram - @weirsold Chances to win will be roughly 1 in 20. Way better than 649 LOL. Please support local businesses during these challenging […]

70 Ambrosia VideoPristine!! This 4 bed, three full bath bungalow is better than new and available soon! Professionally finished up and down and it is neutrally decorated with a desirable pen concept plan. Beautiful white cabinets, with quartz countertops, island, backsplash, soft close doors/drawers, and pot drawers. Plenty of upgrades through out including nine foot […]

3 Gavin VideoWhy wait to build? Immaculate home in desirable Orchard Lane subdivision w/ over 50k in upgrades!Professionally finished up and down this bungalow offers 3 bdrms and 3 full baths (all with quartz!) Open concept living w/ beautiful chefs kitchen featuring quartz countertops, oversized accent island w/ overhang for bar stools, backsplash, soft close […]

With coronavirus and throughout the years, we at Team Weir have kept our clients abreast of what is going in the real estate market. For example, we have let you know if the market is going up or down and what is happening with mortgage rates etc etc. In this market however, there are a […]

February 22, 2020 We are now on Twitter at WEIRSOLD Follow us on Twitter and get your name in the hat for a pair of tix to this guy. Shaun from This Hour Has 22 Minutes - he is hilarious. Having spent 12 yrs in NS, Nfld and Labrador I know comedy. LOL. Winners announced […]

December 15, 2019 Holiday and winter fire safety is important to us here at Team Weir. Please see the below fire safety tips as published by Pillar To Post Home Inspectors to keep your family safe this holiday season. Check holiday light strands for damaged or broken wires and plugs. Enjoy indoor lights only while […]

November 19, 2019 November is Radon Action Month in Canada. Please see the below information as published by Pillar To Post Home Inspectors for more information on Radon. "Any home can have a radon problem – old or new homes, well-sealed or drafty homes, homes with or without basements. Health Canada estimates that 1 in […]

October 23, 2019 Sometimes you know a desirable street when you see one. For example, it’s obvious that a home on a cul-de-sac is enticing mainly because there isn’t any through traffic. What are the other characteristics of a desirable street that may not be as obvious? Here are just a few: Sidewalks. A sidewalk in […]

October 9, 2019 If you have decided that buying a home is the right decision for you, then you are ready to take the next step; that is, determining what you can actually afford. Let me start with a word of caution. Before you contemplate a mortgage for the full amount the lending institution indicates […]

September 24, 2019 Are you concerned about the water quality in your home or a home you are considering purchasing? The below article, published by Pillar To Post Home Inspectors informs home owners  on how to ensure your water is safe. “Municipal water systems are required to test and monitor drinking water supplies to ensure safe and […]

August 18, 2019 If you have decided to use a Real Estate sales professional to assist in the sale of your home, selecting that REALTOR® is an important part of the process and will be instrumental in achieving an expeditious and successful sale of your residence. As a part of our Sellers Series, Team Weir […]

July 21, 2019 Have you ever driven by a For Sale sign and wondered, “That house has been on the market for a long time, I wonder why it isn’t selling”? You might have asked that question because you were worried the same thing would happen when you put your own house on the market! […]

June 26, 2019 Moving day is a huge process, and selecting the right movers can either make or break that experience. Team Weir knows that the last think you want on moving day is a problem with the moving company you have hired. Ideally, you want them to show up on time, handle your possessions […]

June 16, 2019 Reading and understanding an offer, whether it be on your home or an offer you make on someone else's home, is key. It's important that you read and understand every clause.  It is especially important to understand any conditions or any changes that are made to the standard offer. An offer may […]

May 21, 2019   Have you ever driven up to a restaurant and been disappointed by your first impression? Perhaps the windows looked dark and gloomy, the façade was worn and unattractive or for some other reason it just didn’t look like a tempting place to eat. It could still be a fantastic restaurant – […]