Author: Huron Shores Property Management

Kingsville is located on the north shore of Lake Erie, approximately 25 minutes from Windsor.  Rich in Victorian heritage, Kingsville welcomes those looking to get the small town feel with all the perks! Kingsville has been mostly an agricultural community surrounded by farming and greenhouses.  It also offers regular ferry service for adventures to Pelee Island and Sandusky, Ohio. There are many unique shops and places to visit including numerous wineries and breweries. There are lots to do for the outdoor … Continue reading “Kingsville, ON – A Small town with so much to offer!!”

A new condominium development, SOHO, may be the place for you! SOHO by Fortis Group,  located at Howard and Cabana, has 78 units and 6 units for commercial space-for either retail, business, medical or professional services -even a restaurant. Each unit provides you with both luxury and comfort where you can even customize your unit.  Units are equipped with a balcony or patio offering a private outdoor oasis and each floor has a unique lounge gallery. The main floor Social … Continue reading “Looking to move to South Windsor?”

LaSalle is a community bordered by the Town of Amherstburg to the south, the Town of Tecumseh to the east, and the City of Windsor to the north.  It is home to a significant amount of wetlands, Carolinian forests, tall grass prairies and natural heritage area. There is plenty to do for those who call Lasalle home including many family-friendly events and festivals.  There are 25 kilometres of hiking, walking and biking trails, a rowing club and several marinas to … Continue reading “Why live in Lasalle?”

A Condominium Property Manager’s job is to manage and oversee most things related to the condominium and individual units. Their job involves being responsible for the upkeep of the corporation including paying property bills, fees and arranging property maintenance. Their job includes meeting with new condo owners to collect all of their documentation and condo fees, answering condo board questions and resolving any issues that may arise. Here is a more comprehensive list of what a property manager job involves: … Continue reading “What does a Condominium Property Manager Do?”

As a condo owner, do you know when it is an emergency….and what to do in case of: Fire? Gas leak/carbon monoxide? Flooding? No electricity or water? No heat/air conditioning? Clogged plumbing? Noisy neighbours? Locked out of apt? It is important as a condo owner to know when an emergency is an emergency, when it is not and what you should do. One way to identify true emergencies is to apply a “blood, flood or fire” test. Any issue that … Continue reading “When do you know it’s an emergency…or not?”

Whether you are a lifelong Windsorite or newly retired and looking to relocate from the ‘big city’, Windsor-Essex is the perfect place to settle! You can be as busy or as laid back as you want to be in this amazing place! You get the small town feel, a high quality of life – and low property taxes! Windsor makes it easy to travel to and from whether it be to the States or other cities in Ontario and not … Continue reading “Looking to retire? Windsor-Essex is the place!”

Some homebuyers are seeing appraisals come in lower than their purchase price. Average prices for homes have been trending down over the past few months. In May, the average home price was $711,316 – a 4.6% drop from April and a nearly 13% drop from February. Ontario home prices could drop up to 18%. Appraisers consider several factors when calculating the value of a home – the home’s construction cost, size, features and previous selling price. Other factors include higher … Continue reading “With Home Prices Going Down and Rent Prices Going up in 2022, is it better to Buy or Rent a Condo?”

In the first two months of 2022, the average monthly price for a home had risen $129,043.  With interest rates rising, will it slow rising prices? Most buyers are out-of-town investors who are driving the market making housing become a commodity. OUT OF TOWN INVESTORS Where are the out-of -town investors coming from? The largest source is the Greater Toronto area, but there’s also interest from Vancouver and Montreal.  Windsor’s housing market has become so hot that out of town … Continue reading “REAL ESTATE TRENDS”

It’s that time of year again…spring cleaning! In most condominiums, this maintenance will fall under the owner’s responsibility: INSIDE Change the batteries on all smoke detectors, including carbon monoxide detectors. Change your HVAC filter Clean your dryer vent at least once a year Clean your exhaust fan filter under your range hood Check your water heater for any signs of corrosion, and have it repaired if necessary Look for any signs of leaks under sinks and around toilets. OUTSIDE Maintenance … Continue reading “CONDO SPRING MAINTENANCE”

One sure way to know if a building is eco-friendly is whether or not it’s received: LEED CERTIFICATION (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). LEED addresses climate change and provides a framework for healthy, resource-efficient, and cost-saving green buildings.  LEED buildings involve: Innovation-novel features and procedures Materials and resources-responsible construction waste mgt and sustainable sourcing of materials Sustainable sites-sufficient green open space and light pollution reduction Indoor Environmental quality-use of natural light and efficient air conditioning Location and transportation-land protection and access … Continue reading “Is your condo eco friendly? Looking for an eco-friendly condo?”