If I had a dollar for every time a buyer called me a few days before closing and said: “Wait… I need HOW much more?” …I’d probably own a few more properties across Eastern Ontario. After 17+ years helping buyers from Cornwall, Ontario, to Ottawa, I can tell you this: 👉 Closing costs aren’t the issue. 👉 Being unprepared for them is. Let’s break this down the way I explain it to my clients—simple, real, and with no sugarcoating. First Things First: What Are Closing Costs? Clo

I get it — commission costs sting. When you're looking at paying 5-6% to sell your home, the appeal of a discount brokerage charging 1-2% feels obvious. But after years in this market, I've seen what really happens when sellers choose the discount route with real estate agents in Cornwall . The reality? You'll save money on commissions upfront, but you might leave thousands on the table through reduced marketing exposure, limited negotiation support, and one-size-fits-all ser