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Is 2026 the Best Year for First-Time Home Buyers in Barrie? | Market Update & Buyer Tips

Prices are down, rates are falling, and for the first time in years, buyers are back in control. If you're a first-time home buyer in Barrie or Simcoe County wondering if 2026 is your year to stop renting and start owning, this video breaks down everything you need to know.

What You'll Learn:
✅ Why 2026 offers the most buyer-friendly conditions in over a decade
✅ How condo prices in Barrie fell 6.3% in 2025 (now averaging $505K)
✅ Why mortgage rates are dropping and what it means for affordability
✅ Real breakdown: What you need to buy a $600K home in Barrie
✅ Down payment, closing costs, monthly payments, and income requirements
✅ Why conditional offers are back and how to negotiate in today's market
✅ Expert tips on getting pre-approved before you start house hunting

Key Stats:
Condo prices in Barrie: Down 6.3% to approximately $505,000
More homes are getting price reductions than actual sales in some areas
Mortgage rates have been quietly dropping since mid-2024
Needed household income for a $600K home: Approximately $130,000
Minimum down payment (5%): $30,000
Estimated monthly payment: $3,250

Why Now?
With less competition, more negotiating power, and falling interest rates, first-time home buyers in Barrie have a real opportunity. Whether you're buying your first condo in Barrie, searching for detached homes in Barrie, or exploring townhomes for sale in Barrie, understanding the current Barrie housing market trends is key to making a smart investment.

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Stop paying rent and start building equity. This video covers everything from mortgage pre-approval tips to navigating Barrie real estate market conditions, helping you understand if buying a home in Barrie in 2026 is right for you.

Topics Covered:
First-time home buyer tips for Barrie and Simcoe County
Barrie housing market update 2026
Mortgage rates Canada 2026
How much income do I need to buy a house in Barrie
Average home price in Barrie
Condos for sale in Barrie
Homes for sale in Barrie Ontario
Best time to buy a house in Barrie
How to afford your first home in Barrie
Barrie real estate market trends
Buying vs renting in Barrie

About Team Keogh:
We're Barrie real estate agents specializing in helping first-time home buyers navigate the Barrie and Simcoe County housing market. From your first showing to your first set of keys, we guide you through every step of buying a home in Barrie.

Ways to connect with us:
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If you're looking for a different kind of real estate experience, you've found it! We've been told we're fun, patient, helpful, open and honest, and uber informative! But don't take it from us - we've got lots of happy clients who can tell you themselves!

Bonus: we've lived in and helped people buy and sell in Barrie for 35+ years. We know and LOVE this place and can't wait to show you how awesome it is! 😃

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