Jen Thomson

Real Estate Blog for Woodstock and Oxford County

How many homes should you see before making a decision on your first home in Woodstock?

By Jen Thomson | Dec 8, 2023

How many homes should you see before making a decision on your first home in Woodstock? Buying your first home is exciting. But I bet you’re imagining a lot of unknowns. One burning question many first-time homebuyers ask: “How many homes should we look at before we make an offer?” While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, […]

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Understanding Oxford County’s Affordable Home Ownership Program

By Jen Thomson | Nov 20, 2023

Understanding Oxford County’s Affordable Home Ownership Program While we recently outlined the advantages of the First Time Home Buyer Incentive, as a first-time homebuyer in Oxford County, you may be able to access other funding sources.   Oxford County delivers the Affordable Home Ownership Program on behalf of both the federal and provincial governments. If your […]

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First time homebuyers: Discover the best places to buy a house in Oxford County

By Jen Thomson | Nov 20, 2023

First time homebuyers: Discover the best places to buy a house in Oxford County Ingersoll, Woodstock, and Tillsonburg are affordable, accessible, and friendly places to look for your first home For first-time homebuyers, deciding where to set down your roots means you need to consider not just affordability, but amenities and community spirit. Oxford County […]

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4 smart financial moves to wrap up 2023 and thrive in 2024

By Jen Thomson | Nov 10, 2023

4 smart financial moves to wrap up 2023 and thrive in 2024 As tempting as it is to leave your year-end financial to-dos until after the holidays, you’re better off getting them started now.   Here are nine things to do to improve your financial life as the year winds down and you gear up […]

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A guide to choosing a home where you can age in place

By Jen Thomson | Nov 10, 2023

A guide to choosing a home where you can age in place As we age, the ability to remain in the comfort of our own home becomes increasingly important. Aging in place, or the ability to live independently and comfortably in your own home as you grow older, is a goal for many seniors. To […]

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How the First Time Home Buyer Incentive can help you with a mortgage on your first home in Oxford County

By Jen Thomson | Nov 7, 2023

How the First Time Home Buyer Incentive can help you with a mortgage on your first home in Oxford County As a first-time homebuyer, you’re up against two big obstacles.   First, you need cash available for your down payment. And then you need to be prepared to handle your monthly mortgage payments.   Normally, […]

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2024 Real Estate Market Crash – Fact or Fiction

By Jen Thomson | Nov 2, 2023

2024 Real Estate Market Crash – Fact or Fiction Rumour has it that there will be a real estate market crash here in Oxford County in 2024, because homes purchased in 2019 with five-year mortgages will be coming due. Is this likely?   Let’s look at the numbers.   The average five-year mortgage interest rate […]

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Do you have what it takes to flip a house in Woodstock? Avoid these three newbie mistakes

By Jen Thomson | Sep 27, 2023

Do you have what it takes to flip a house in Woodstock? Avoid these three newbie mistakes Answer these questions to increase your chances of a successful reno/resale The reality shows make it seem like fun and laughs. But before you jump into renovating and selling a house for profit in Oxford County, you need […]

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Four Essential Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home in Oxford County, Ontario

By Jen Thomson | Jun 14, 2023

Four Essential Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home in Oxford County, Ontario If you’re considering buying a home in Oxford County, Ontario, it’s essential to ensure that you’re financially prepared for this significant investment. To help you determine your readiness and make an informed decision, here are four crucial questions to consider: 1. Is […]

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