Selling an investment property can feel overwhelming. Selling one while living abroad can feel even more daunting.

In this episode I sit down with Jill Schoenhofer, who shares her real experience selling a tenanted and dated investment property in Newmarket while living in Nassau. We never met in person during the process. Every decision was made through email Zoom and trust.

You will hear how having the right team made all the difference. Jill shares why she chose to stage the entire home once the tenants moved out and how professional staging helped buyers see past the 50-year-old finishes and dated layout. We talk about what surprised her most during the transformation and why staging became the competitive edge in a shifting winter market.

If you are an investor, a homeowner or someone considering selling a property you do not live near, this episode will help you understand where investing your time and money makes sense.

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If you are seeking some sun or planning a trip to Nassau and are looking for a place to stay, Jill Schoenhofer has three properties which you can choose from:

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https://www.airbnb.ca/rooms/31564878?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=b197cc04-9421-4b91-be20-4a6b459b14be

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Interior design trends are shifting and 2026 is not about doing more. It is about doing what feels right.

In this episode of the House Therapy Podcast, I walk through the interior design trends shaping homes in 2026 and the trends quietly fading away. This is not about chasing what is popular online. It is about understanding what people are craving in their spaces right now and how to create homes that feel calm comfortable and personal.

I share ten up and coming design trends including rich earthy colour palettes, organic shapes, layered textures, heritage pieces, flexible spaces and warmer lighting. We also talk about trends on the way out like ultra minimal interiors, all white rooms, cookie cutter spaces and overdone finishes that no longer support how people actually live.

This episode is for homeowners, realtors and anyone who wants to update their space thoughtfully without regret. I also share practical ways to use trends without over renovating and how to balance what is current with what is timeless.

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Getting a listing ready feels overwhelming when the space is small, dark or full of heavy furniture. In this episode I sit down with RE/MAX Hallmark Chay realtor Diana Baggett, who brings 17 years of real estate experience and more than 30 years in client service. Together we walk through her upcoming listing and I give real-time staging advice you can use in your own home.

We talk through the foyer, kitchen, dining area and living room and break down what buyers see first, what makes a home feel crowded and how small changes make a big impact. You will hear simple ways to brighten a dark room, how to work around tight layouts, how to remove visual weight and why furniture placement makes or breaks a space.

Diana also shares what she sees sellers struggle with most and why preparing your home properly matters more in today’s market than ever before. If you are thinking about selling or you want to improve your space, this episode will give you clear steps and the confidence to get started.

📩 To contact Diana for real estate questions or to book a listing consultation:

Diana Baggett | RE/MAX Hallmark Chay Realty

Phone: 705-770-9646

Email: hello@the-realestategroup.com

Instagram: @dianabaggettlife

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Selling a home later in life is emotional and deeply personal. For many seniors it is the first move they have made in decades and the process can feel overwhelming.

In this episode of the House Therapy Podcast I talk about how to help seniors sell their family home with care confidence and clarity. I share why staging plays an important role for this seller demographic and why staging for seniors looks very different than traditional staging.

You will learn:

• Why many seniors are choosing to downsize and when this usually happens

• How staging helps buyers see potential without erasing memories

• Why selling today is very different than it was decades ago

• When it is best to stage after a senior has moved out

• How to simplify staging when a senior is still living in the home

• Why decluttering and neutralizing matter more than renovations

• How to reposition furniture to improve flow and safety

• Why lighting and removing heavy drapery make such a big difference

• How small thoughtful changes can lead to better results and less stress

This episode is for seniors thinking about selling, adult children trying to support their parents and realtors working with aging clients. It offers gentle education practical guidance and reassurance that staging does not need to feel cold complicated or disruptive.

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Selling a home today feels harder than ever. Prices have shifted. Buyer expectations have changed. Many homeowners still think it is 2022 and they struggle to understand what their home is truly worth. If you have felt confused about where the market is heading or unsure about what actually helps your home sell, you are not alone.

In this episode I sit down with long time York Region realtor Chris Seney, who has been in the business for 34 years and has seen every kind of market. Chris shares the simple steps he uses to help sellers get better results even when the market is slow. We talk about pricing with confidence, preparing your home so buyers fall in love the moment they walk in and why some listings fail while others thrive.

Chris also shares a real story about one of our shared clients who turned a dated and crowded home into a fast sale with a strong price by following the right plan. You will hear how small changes like lighting, paint and staging helped them move to their dream home without leaving money on the table.

If you want to understand how to sell well in today’s market or you want a behind the scenes look into what truly moves the needle in a listing, this episode is for you.

To connect with Chris or ask him real estate questions, you can reach him directly at:

Chris Seney | RE/MAX Hallmark York Group Realty Ltd

Email: cseney@rogers.com

Phone: (905) 717-1988

Instagram: @ soldbychrisseney

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In this episode I sit down with my friend and trusted realtor Barbara Sitko-Kwapis to talk about the real estate truths homeowners need to hear. Barbara brings years of experience in sales marketing and project management and she shares honest insights about what today’s buyers really want and what sellers often get wrong.

We talk about the emotional side of selling your home the stress sellers face the misconceptions around “my house is the best” and why trust between a seller and their realtor matters more than ever.
Barbara breaks down:

• The 3 things she looks for the moment she enters a seller’s home
• Why curb appeal and first impressions are deal-breakers
• What buyers expect right now (and why move-in-ready matters)
• How staging creates the “magic” that makes buyers fall in love
• Where sellers should invest for the biggest return
• What choosing the right realtor actually looks like
• Why relationships and trust are the foundation of every successful sale

If you are a homeowner thinking about selling or a realtor wanting clearer language for guiding clients, this conversation will give you practical steps and real clarity.

If you have more questions for Barbara, you can reach her at (905) 716-5900 or visit her website at barbara@ilovemyjob.ca

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The real estate market feels confusing right now and many homeowners are unsure about what their home is worth or how much the market has shifted. In this episode I sit down with broker Josh Campbell from The Knowledge Broker to bring the truth back into the conversation.

Josh has been in the business for more than 20 years and he has seen every peak and every downturn. He explains why so many sellers are struggling today, why buyers are more cautious and what you need to understand to make the right move in 2026 and beyond.

We talk about: ✨ How the market really changed since COVID ✨ Why prices fell harder than most people expected ✨ What buyers look for right now when cash and confidence are tight ✨ The biggest misconception homeowners have about their home value ✨ Why patience, timing and the right pricing strategy matter ✨ When selling makes sense and when waiting is the smarter choice

This episode gives you the clarity you need to move forward without fear. If you want honest guidance from someone who truly understands the market Josh delivers it in a way that is real and easy to understand.

📩 To connect with Josh for real estate & mortgage questions or guidance:

Josh Campbell | Broker & Founder, Knowledge Broker Real Estate and Mortgages

Phone: 289-231-0001

Email: joshua@knowledgebroker.ca

Instagram: @knowledgebrkr

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This is a different kind of episode. Today I react to real listing photos and share the staging mistakes that quietly turn buyers away. These are the small things you stop noticing in your own home and the exact things buyers notice first.

I walk you through holiday decor that dates a listing, furniture placement that confuses the room, low items that drag the eye down and dark furniture that makes a bedroom feel like a bowling alley. You will hear how artwork changes a space, why floating your furniture matters and how simple fixes can turn a tired room into a space buyers fall in love with.

If you are preparing your home, getting ready to list or want to improve how your listing shows online, this episode gives you clear steps you can use right away. It will help you understand how buyers think and how staging can remove doubt and create confidence in your home.

Please like, follow and share this episode if it helped you!

If you want me to review your listing photos on a future episode, reach out through the contact link in the show notes. I would love to help you make your property stand out.

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