Jen Thomson

Real Estate Blog for Woodstock and Oxford County

Easy ways to switch up your seasonal decor

By Jen Thomson | Dec 4, 2025

Easy Ways to Switch Up Your Seasonal Décor​It’s that time of year when we go from the warm colours of fall to the spooky vibes of Halloween to the cozy feeling of Christmas, and if you like your home to reflect these changes, you might be overwhelmed with all the decorating! These tips will help […]

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What to plant in October for a blooming spring garden

By Jen Thomson | Oct 27, 2025

What to plant in October for a blooming spring garden ​ Just because winter is on its way doesn’t mean you have to hang up your gardening tools for the year! Spend some time getting your garden spring ready so that a few months from now, your garden is in full bloom once more. Shade […]

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Hacks to Make Your Morning Routine Faster Than Ever

By Jen Thomson | Oct 27, 2025

Hacks to Make Your Morning Routine Faster Than Ever ​ It’s back-to-school season which means you’re back to wrangling everyone out the door in time for work and the school bus. But it doesn’t have to be a daily fight! With these easy life hacks, you’ll have your morning routine running smoothly in no time. […]

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How to Cook In a Small Kitchen

By Jen Thomson | Aug 25, 2025

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The Power Of Steam Cleaning

By Jen Thomson | May 29, 2025

The Power of Steam Cleaning ​ You may have thought about using steam to clean your carpets, but with the right tools, steam cleaning can be used all over your home. With the right tools, you can turn your cleaning routine into a breeze, with less chemicals in the mix. Read below for ways that […]

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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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