Joanne Leigh

Joanne Leigh

Sales Representative

Royal Heritage Realty Ltd., Brokerage*

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02 Sep 2026

House Hunting with Kids

House Hunting With Kids:

Tips That Actually Help House hunting is exciting, but when you add kids to the mix, it can become a completely different experience. Between nap schedules, snacks, school, car seats, short attention spans, and trying to actually evaluate the house, parents can feel like they're doing two jobs at once.

The good news?

You don't have to choose between finding the right home and keeping everyone reasonably happy.

 Here are some practical tips that can make house hunting with kids easier. 

 

1. Narrow Down Your Choices Before You Tour

One of the best ways to make...

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03 Apr 2025

Curb Appeal

 

The Power of Curb Appeal This Spring: Can It Really Boost Your Home’s Value?

As spring blossoms, the real estate market starts to heat up, making it the perfect time to consider the impact of curb appeal on your home's value. According to industry research, homes boasting strong curb appeal can fetch up to 7% more than their less picturesque counterparts.

Real estate professionals universally agree that curb appeal isn't just fluff—it plays a pivotal role in attracting potential buyers. But what makes curb appeal so critical?

The answer lies in the power of first impressions.

Studies...

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04 Mar 2025

Why Early Preparation is Key to Making Your Spring Listing Shine

Why Early Preparation is Key to Making Your Spring Listing Shine

As winter thaws and spring approaches, the real estate market starts to buzz with activity. If you're considering listing your home in spring, the best strategy is to start preparing early.

Here’s why beginning your market analysis and home improvements ahead of time can make your property stand out during the peak listing season.

Start Early to Stand Out

When the flowers bloom and buyers start their house hunt, having your property ready and shining can set it apart from the competition.

Early preparation means you’re not...

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12 Jan 2024

My January 2024 Newsletter

Enjoy reading my January 2024 Newsletter!

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05 Jan 2024

7 Things Your Home Inspector Wishes You Knew

By Jamie Wiebe

Oct 12, 2023

A home inspector can make or break a sale for both sellers and buyers. It’s why, no matter whether you’re buying or selling, the home inspection process can be somewhat terrifying!


For sellers, it’s a stark reminder of the nagging issues you might have turned a blind eye to over the years. And for buyers, it’s a recipe for pure heartbreak—falling in love with a home that might just end up making no sense to buy.

But don’t let the inspection stress you out. And remember, that’s not what your home inspector wants either—all he or she wants is a...

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18 Oct 2023

Top 5 Renovations When Selling

 

When it comes time to sell your home, you will likely be put in a situation where home updates, repairs, and upgrades are recommended in order to boost the value of your home for maximum returns! Now before tearing down a wall or throwing your money at everything it's important to understand not all home renovations are equal. Below you will find a list of the top 5 home renovations that have significant impact on your selling potential:

1. Improve energy efficiency

This one is often a surprise to people - when you think of home improvements, they are generally the...

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12 Jul 2023

My July 2023 Real Estate Newsletter! Enjoy reading.

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19 May 2023

Moving Resource Checklist

Moving resource checklist

If you think you need just boxes and tape for your move, think again. Having the right packing and moving supplies on hand can make the difference between a move that is easy and stress-free and something that you never want to do again.

That’s why we’ve created a list of essential moving equipment that you can refer to as you prepare to move. Our list tells you what supplies you need to make your move manageable and how to use them.

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19 May 2023

Home Staging Tips

Home staging tips

Start With Curb Appeal

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11 Oct 2022

Market Content - September 2022

On in So How's the Market in Durham Region by anne

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