Stephen Bartz at Remax Quinte

12/08/2025

2026 Outlook…Quick read

REMAX examines the Canadian housing market, national and local buying and selling trends, and prices in the country's major housing markets.

11/13/2025

Client testimonials sure have a way of firing me up! Thanks for such a great review.

11/13/2025

🎄 Looking for a fun, family friendly way to kick off the festive season? Head over to Farmtown Park in Stirling and experience the holiday magic for yourself! ✨ From cheerful vibes to amazing raffles (bring a little cash, you’ll want in on these!), it’s the perfect way to start the season with friends, family, and community spirit. 🎅🎁 See you there!

11/11/2025

There was a great turnout in Belleville for today's Remembrance Day ceremony. Much respect to all those brave souls who came before us so that we could enjoy the life and freedoms that we have today. Thank you!

11/09/2025

3 up 3 down…that’s a hat trick!! Congratulations to my very happy clients all the way around, and the exciting road they have ahead. Thank you for your business and trust in me to get the job done in this tough market.

11/05/2025

📊 October Market Update for Belleville...

In October, we saw 58 homes sell locally with an average price of ~ $460,000. Detached homes led the way at about $502,500, and most properties sold for about 98% of asking, which tells us pricing right still matters a lot.

For the bigger picture: 635 homes have sold so far this year at an average price of ~$535,000. Detached homes sold at an average of $561,000 YTD. That’s actually a pretty steady and healthy market overall, not crazy highs, not rock-bottom lows, just balanced and moving.

What does this mean?

Buyers still have selection (inventory is up).

Sellers can still get strong results when priced strategically.

The market is active, just less rushed and more thoughtful than the peak years.

Translation:
This is a market for people who like clarity, fairness, and real negotiating power.
(Also known as: normal humans 😄)

If you're thinking about making a move even 6–12 months from now, now is the time to plan, not panic. Send me a message and I’ll help you break down the right timing, budget, and strategy for your situation.

Always here to help,
Stephen

Call now to connect with business.

10/29/2025

OPEN HOUSE NOV 1st 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come and visit me at this recently upgraded East end beautful home and see all that it has to offer. $55k in upgrades - 1.5 car garage, master bedroom walk out patio, all new flooring/painting ect…you won’t want to miss this well priced home. Add it to your list and see you this Saturday.

10/29/2025

OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND NOV 1st 10:30-12:00

Come visit me at 42 Spruce Gardens in Bellevilles East end. This well kept large family home is in a great neighbourhood and worth a look to all the serious buyers out there.

Co-listed with Karla Brennen

10/29/2025

INTEREST RATE DROP

The Bank of Canada made their second last announcement of the year and have decided to decrease the policy interest rate by 25 bps. It now sits at 2.25%.

This means variable rate borrowers will see a reduction to their rates of 0.25%!

The bank noted that GDP growth is expected to be weak for the second half of this year but start to strengthen next year. The labour market is still soft especially in trade sensitive sectors. Inflation is expected to ease over the rest of the year. This combination of data has encouraged the Bank to decrease the policy interest rate in hopes to help the economy through this period.

The next announcement is scheduled for December 10, 2025.

10/23/2025

📈 The market is waking up again, and 2026 is shaping up to be the year we’ve all been waiting for.

If you take a look at the numbers below, there’s a clear story unfolding: after a few slower years, residential sales activity is forecasted to climb again heading into 2026. Momentum is building. Confidence is returning. And those who stay ready are going to win big when the market fully opens up.

Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing, now’s the time to start positioning yourself for what’s ahead.

💡 The best opportunities always come when preparation meets timing, and 2026 is looking like perfect timing.

10/16/2025

NEW LISTING ALERT 🔥🔥🔥

📍42 SPRUCE GARDENS, BELLEVILLE
🏡 BUNGALOW
🛌 4 BEDROOMS
🛁 3 BATHROOMS - 3 PC ENSUITE
📐 OVER 2,600 SQ FT FINISHED
🏋️‍♂️ YMCA NEAR BY
🚘 2 CAR GARAGE
🏷️ $599,900

This great family home has so much to offer, you must come see it in person! Extremely well cared for and mainted home in a superb location.

Co-listed with Karla Brennen
Remax Quinte