Amanda Brake Real Estate

10/05/2026

Is It Time to Move? 🏠

Your home should support the life you're living right now, whether that means expanding for a growing family or simplifying to gain more financial freedom.

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10/01/2026

Looking for a new home? This listing could be the one! Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions! You can reach me at (416) 571-5106.

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-storey home in the highly sought-after O'Neill neighbourhood, surrounded by distinctive homes, mature streets and an incredible selection of amenities. It's ideally located within walking distance to O'Neill CVI, Oshawa Hospital, Costco, groceries, parks, shoppi

09/28/2026

How I Guide My Clients

Navigating today’s complex real estate market should never feel like a high-pressure guessing game! By prioritizing transparent communication, market education, and tailored strategies, I ensure you feel entirely confident at every step of your home buying or selling journey.

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09/21/2026

The Deal Isn't Done Yet!

An accepted offer feels like the finish line, but key conditions like mortgage approvals, home inspections, and status certificate reviews can still make or break your deal!

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09/14/2026

Got a Lowball Offer? Read THIS! 🛑

Receiving a lowball offer on your home can feel insulting, but reacting out of emotion can easily cost you a deal with a genuinely qualified buyer! Instead of instantly rejecting it, evaluate the contract's terms, like flexible closing dates or fewer contingencies and use a strong counter-offer to keep negotiations moving in your favour.

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09/07/2026

5 Ways Staging Sells Your Home

Staging isn't just basic interior decorating, it’s a powerful marketing strategy designed to spark an immediate emotional connection with prospective buyers! By maximizing room layouts, enhancing photo appeal, and hiding visual distractions, professional staging drives higher foot traffic and commands top dollar for your listing.

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08/31/2026

4 Steps Before You House Hunt!

Scrolling through online listings might feel like the exciting first step, but true homebuying success starts long before you ever set foot in an open house! Taking time to secure your mortgage pre-approval, budget for unexpected closing costs, and partner with a trusted agent early builds the ultimate blueprint for a smooth transaction.

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08/24/2026

The Secret to Stress-Free House Hunting

House hunting becomes unnecessarily overwhelming the second your dream wishlist clashes directly with your real budget! While cosmetic upgrades like designer kitchens and pools can easily be added down the road, non-negotiable fundamentals like location and structural layout are impossible to change.

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08/17/2026

Selling While Living There? Do THIS!

Living in your home while it’s on the market can feel incredibly overwhelming, but mastering a rapid "show-ready" routine is the secret to staying sane and impressing last-minute buyers!

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07/01/2026

🍁Happy Canada Day! 🍁

From the beautiful waterfront trails in Whitby to the community celebrations across Bowmanville and Oshawa, there is no place I’d rather call home. Today we celebrate this amazing country and the wonderful Durham Region community we share.

I hope your day is filled with great food, backyard BBQs, and plenty of fireworks with family and friends!

Amanda Brake
REALTOR® SRES®
Keller Williams Energy Real Estate, Brokerage
Direct: 416-571-5106 | Office: 905-723-5944



Not intended to solicit those already under contract.