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Canadians continue to flock south to buy homes

By Tara Lyons | Sep 11, 2008

The Florida Association of REALTORS® recently wrote an article describing how in some areas of the Southern United States up to 50% of purchased homes are bought by Canadians.  I’m sure many of them have been from Belleville as we have a large snowbird population living in our community. It’s no surprise with the low … Read more

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Interest Expected to Decline in Canada despite Inflation

By Tara Lyons | Aug 26, 2008

The Chief Economist at Merrill Lynch Canada expects two rate cuts of .25 bps (1/4 of 1%) each in December and January. The prediction comes despite the highest inflation in the last five years due to increased fuel costs. However, the optimism is spurred by the fact that oil prices seem to be on a … Read more

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Tara Lyons Supports Habitat for Humanity Hastings Prince Edward County

By Tara Lyons | Jul 30, 2008

In 2007 Tara Lyons supported the 2007 Habitat for Humanity Golf Tournament. Habitat for Humanity International was founded in the southern United States in 1976 by Millard Fuller and since has built more than 200,000 homes in over 92 countries. Habitat for Humanity Canada was founded in 1985 and has 70 affiliates in all 10 … Read more

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Tara Lyons Participates in the Belleville Trump Aids Walk

By Tara Lyons | Jul 30, 2008

In 2007 Rotarian Tara Lyons participated in the 2007 Belleville Trump Aids Walk. The fund raiser was conceived by Rotarians Michael Maloney, John Smale, Ken Dickson and Bishop, who said the group was moved by the desperate suffering of children with AIDS. They knew they wanted to raise money to help, he said, but they … Read more

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Your services and friendship were outstanding.

By Tara Lyons | Jul 29, 2008

We picked you because you sold our previous house and we were very pleased with your services. Again this time with the purchase of our new house, your services and friendship were outstanding. G. Bouchard

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Tara Lyons Supports Belleville Rotary Camp Enterprises

By Tara Lyons | Jul 21, 2008

In March 2008, Tara Lyons assisted in running the 2008 Camp Enterprises at Camp Merrywood. The program is run for highschool students chosen by their teachers and have an interest in business.  Over the three day event students are run through exercises ranging form negotiation to marketing plan development. It was a lot of fun … Read more

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2008 Royal Lepage Bluejays Game

By Tara Lyons | Jul 21, 2008

Every year the Real Estate Agents at Royal Lepage ProAlliance our invited by Mark Rashotte Owner/Broker to attend a Bluejays game.  It’s a great time and allows us to relax a little from the 24/7 business of Real Estate. Here’s some photo’s form the game!

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Belleville’s Family Life Health Centre – Chiropratic Care

By Tara Lyons | Jul 14, 2008

The Family Life Health Centre is a full service Alternative and Chiropractic Care centre located here in Belleville Ontario, on the corner of Herchimer and Bridge St. Tara Lyons is a client of the Family Life Health Centre and often goes there for Chiropractic and Massage care. http://taralyons.ca presents Belleville BusinessesUploaded by tlyonsreal

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Why we love the Quinte area.

By Tara Lyons | Jul 14, 2008

The below video highlights the beauty of the Belleville, Bay of Quinte area. It’s no wonder that when people come to visit they want to buy a home in the area. With the beautiful waterfront real estate and the new vineyard industry starting, Quinte truly is a place to call home. Come take a look … Read more

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I highly recommend Tara Lyons if you are selling or buying a home. – Dan and Jenna

By Tara Lyons | Jul 11, 2008

I recently had the pleasure of dealing with Tara on the sale of my Grandmother’s home.  When my Grandmother passed away last year my sister and I started the difficult process of getting the house ready for sale.  Because both my sister and I live 3 hours away from Trenton we did not have a clue who … Read more

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Buying a home may have become more difficult for first timers.

By Tara Lyons | Jul 10, 2008

by Glenn May Anderson – Dominion Lending Belleville The federal government introduced changes to the Mortgage Insurance industry yesterday that will have an impact on consumers with less-than-perfect credit, those looking at longer-term amortizations, or those looking to purchase without a down payment. Mortgage Insurance (sometimes called Mortgage Default Insurance) is used by clients wishing … Read more

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Quinte and Belleville Community Links

By Tara Lyons | Jun 13, 2008

Area Schools Boards Albert College 160 Dundas Street West, Belleville, ON K8P 1A6 Phone: 613-968-5726 Email: info@albertc.on.ca Loyalist College Wallbridge-Loyalist Road P.O. Box 4200, Belleville, ON K8N 5B9 Phone: 613-969-1913 Email: liaison@loyalistc.on.ca Hastings Prince Edward District School Board 156 Ann Street, Belleville ON K8N 1N9 Phone: 613-966-1170 Email: info@hpedsb.on.ca Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School … Read more

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6 Reasons to Stage Your Home Before Selling

By Tara Lyons | Jun 11, 2008

by Brandon Cornett Why should I bother staging my home? What do I get back for all the time and effort I put in? This is one of the most common home staging questions among sellers, especially those who are selling in a seller’s market. Here’s the bottom line: Staging your home can benefit you … Read more

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Home Inspection Tips for Home Buyers

By Tara Lyons | Jun 11, 2008

by Brandon Cornett The home inspection is an essential part of the home buying process. In this article we will talk more about the home inspection, how it works, how to find an inspector, and related topics. What Does a Home Inspector Do? In short, an inspector checks the safety and functionality of your potential … Read more

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We would highly recommend your services to anyone. – P & S Frechette

By Tara Lyons | Jun 10, 2008

Many thanks for the great job you did in finding us a nice home in a lovely area.  We would highly recommend your services to anyone.  Wishing you continued success. P & S Frechette

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