Karen’s Real Estate Blog
Your source for news & information about Southern Georgian Bay including
The Blue Mountains, Thornbury, Collingwood & Meaford.
Royal LePage Recreational Report Winter 2025
Canada’s winter recreational housing markets rebound in 2025, as push to ‘Buy Canadian’ attracts domestic buyers Following declining activity in 2024, the country’s most popular ski regions reported gains in sales and property prices in the first three quarters of...
What to Know Before Buying Waterfront Property in Collingwood
What to Know Before Buying Waterfront Property in Collingwood Purchasing a waterfront property in Collingwood is a dream for many buyers seeking the beauty of Georgian Bay, year-round recreation, and the privacy that comes with living on the water. But buying on the...
Levaero Aviation Celebrates Grand Opening of New Hangar at Collingwood Regional Airport
Levaero Aviation Celebrates Grand Opening of New Hangar at Collingwood Regional Airport Collingwood, Ontario – October 7, 2025 Community leaders, elected officials, and aviation professionals gathered this week to celebrate the official opening of Levaero Aviation’s...
Collingwood Farmer’s Market Returns for 2025
🌿 The Collingwood Downtown Farmers' Market is back! 🌿 Join us every Saturday from Victoria Day Weekend to Thanksgiving, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the vibrant corner of Second and Pine Streets, right in the heart of Collingwood. Wander through a bustling outdoor market...
Real Estate Market Update – Luxury Homes Selling in March 2025
I wanted to share a quick update on what we’re seeing in the Southern Georgian Bay real estate market so far this year. While the average sale price is on the rise, the total number of homes sold and unit sales are down compared to this time last year. So, what’s...
In the market for a lifestyle property? This Collingwood and area team specializes in luxury and Net Zero Homes
In the market for a lifestyle property? This Collingwood and area team specializes in luxury and Net Zero Homes How KW Collaborative Real Estate and REALTOR® Karen Willison can help you find the home of your dreams in Southern Georgian Bay When searching for a home...
How to Get Your Home Ready for the Spring Real Estate Market – Act Now and Benefit When The Snow Melts!
How to Get Your Home Ready for the Spring Real Estate Market Spring is one of the busiest and most competitive times of the year in the real estate market in Collingwood, The Blue Mountains and Southern Georgian Bay. If you’re planning to sell your home this season,...
Canada New Mortgage Rules – December 2024
Canada's new mortgage rules, which came into effect on December 15, 2024, include: Increased insured mortgage price cap The price cap for insured mortgages increased from $1 million to $1.5 million. This allows buyers to qualify for smaller down payments in more...
Apple Picking 2024 – Southern Georgian Bay
Join us for a delightful day of apple picking, where you can enjoy the fresh air, beautiful orchards, and the taste of freshly picked apples.Local orchards offer a perfect outing for families, with activities for kids and adults alike.Pick from a variety of apple...
Music in the Park – 2024
We enjoyed a fabulous season of music and we hope you did too!
2024 Trend – Cocktail Pools
What is a cocktail pool? For those homeowners who aren’t quite ready to commit to a full-sized pool, a petite plunge pool (or swim spa) is the answer. In a small yard, it’s just the right size for a quick dunk and looks just as dreamy as their larger counterparts....
Collingwood, Blue Mountain, Thornbury Patio Dining
It's Patio Season! Check Out TheseLocal Restaurants With Outdoor Dining OptionsShop. Eat. Live. Local - Restaurant List Courtesy of Karen Willison - Collaborative Real EstateLocal Restaurants Featuring Patios ListCOLLINGWOODHoused in a historic building, this elegant...