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The quality of a real estate decision depends on the quality of the information behind it.
These columns offer clear market perspective, practical advice and trusted local insight to help readers understand Muskoka real estate and move forward with confidence.

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Better decisions begin with better information.
Published monthly in Toronto Today, these columns provide practical advice, local expertise and clear perspective on the Muskoka real estate market.

The window we’re in

The window we’re in

Muskoka real estate is offering rare waterfront opportunities. “Every decade has its window,” says Melissa Bradbury. “And this one belongs to Muskoka.” With prices stabilizing and inventory beginning to rise, buyers may have their best chance in years to secure a place on the lake.

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Don’t assume the best buys happen in the Spring

Don’t assume the best buys happen in the Spring

August is the Sunday of summer. The docks are quieter, the evenings cooler, and in real estate, something shifts — most sellers become more willing to negotiate now than they might have been in the spring.

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#1 Mistake 2026 sellers are already making—and how to avoid it

#1 Mistake 2026 sellers are already making—and how to avoid it

Some of the strongest sales I’ve been a part of didn’t happen by chance—they started early.

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Stop letting the news make your moves!

Stop letting the news make your moves!

It’s easy to get swept up in market headlines. Interest rates. Housing corrections. Price drops. Bidding wars. Political influences.

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Don’t sign that cottage offer yet.

Don’t sign that cottage offer yet.

If you’re spending May Long Weekend scrolling or viewing waterfront listings, you’re not alone.

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Retiring in Muskoka? Ask better questions!

Retiring in Muskoka? Ask better questions!

If you're thinking about spending your next chapter in Muskoka, you're not alone. More and more Canadians are choosing to retire near the water, the woods, and a sense of peace you just can't get in the city.

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Never buy a cottage without this checklist!

Never buy a cottage without this checklist!

Buying a cottage in Muskoka isn’t just about finding a place on the water. It’s about getting it right.

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Beyond the classic cottage: Unexpected ways to live by the water in Muskoka

Beyond the classic cottage: Unexpected ways to live by the water in Muskoka

Melissa Bradbury, Broker at Peryle Keye Real Estate in Muskoka shares a few unique gems beyond the typical cottage experience

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Don’t buy a cottage without asking these 5 critical questions

Don’t buy a cottage without asking these 5 critical questions

Melissa Bradbury, Broker at Peryle Keye Real Estate in Muskoka shares valuable insights to help you be an informed buyer

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Why 2025 might be the best year to buy in Muskoka

Why 2025 might be the best year to buy in Muskoka

Melissa Bradbury, Broker at Peryle Keye Real Estate in Muskoka shares valuable insights heading into 2025

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