Howie Schmidt Realty

❤️ REAL ESTATE HAS CHANGED. FAMILY VALUES HAVEN'T.
In 1981, Howie Schmidt founded HSRealty.
Today, Tony, Teri and Christina continue that family tradition.

Three generations.
One local business.
And one simple philosophy:

Know your clients. Know your community. Tell the truth. Work hard. Be there when you're needed.

The real estate business has changed dramatically since 1981.
Technology has changed.
Marketing has changed.
Mortgage rules have changed.
The way people search for homes has changed.

But buying or selling a home is still personal.
It's still one of the biggest financial decisions most people make.

And that's why we believe you shouldn't feel like a number.

When you work with HSRealty, you're dealing with people who know the communities around Cambridge, Preston, Galt, Hespeler and Ayr—and who genuinely understand that your home is more than a listing.
Let our family business look after your family's business.
Meet Tony, Teri and Christina.
👉 HSRealty.ca 📲519.653.6666

🍁 Selling This Fall? Here's Your Checklist.

Before your house hits the market:
☐ Declutter the main living areas
☐ Deal with obvious repairs
☐ Clean windows
☐ Freshen the entrance
☐ Tidy the yard
☐ Consider whether paint would help
☐ Gather information about upgrades and improvements
☐ Understand your local competition
☐ Determine a realistic pricing strategy
☐ Have a conversation with your REALTOR®

Notice what's missing?
“Spend $50,000 renovating the kitchen.”

That's because every house is different.
The best preparation strategy depends on your property, your neighbourhood and the buyers you're trying to attract.

HSRealty has been helping local families buy and sell real estate since 1981.
Tony, Teri and Christina know the communities they serve—and they know that successful selling is about more than putting a listing online.

👉 Planning a fall move? Start with HSRealty.ca📲519.653.6666

📊 Your House Is Not Worth The Canadian Average.
And neither is mine.

CREA reported a national average home price of approximately $674,819 in July 2026.

Interesting number?
Absolutely.

But does it tell you what your house in Preston, Galt, Hespeler, Ayr or another Cambridge-area neighbourhood is worth?
No.

National numbers are useful for understanding broad trends.
✅Real estate decisions happen at the local level.
✅Your street.
✅Your neighbourhood.
✅Your lot.
✅Your home's condition.
✅Your renovations.
✅Your competition.

And the properties that have actually sold around you.

That's where local experience matters.

Tony, Teri and Christina live and work in the communities they serve—and HSRealty has been part of the local real estate landscape since 1981.
Want to know what the market is saying about your home?
👉 HSRealty.ca 📲519.653.6666

Remember when we all decided we could cut ✂ our own hair during COVID?
Some of us looked surprisingly good.

Others are still recovering. 😂

Real estate is kind of like that.
Yes, you CAN do it yourself.

But buying or selling a home involves contracts, negotiations, conditions, financing, inspections, deadlines, paperwork and a whole lot of money on the line.

And unlike a bad haircut, you can’t just wait six weeks for it to grow back.
A good REALTOR® doesn’t just open doors.

They help you understand the market, identify potential problems, negotiate, manage the transaction and keep everything moving toward closing.

And at HSRealty, we don’t disappear after the offer is accepted.

Maybe DIY is great for assembling IKEA furniture😁
For a six-figure real estate transaction?

Professional help is probably worth considering. 😉
HSRealty.ca 📲519.653.6666

🤔 Gen X: Are You Stuck In The Middle?

You're helping your kids.
You're thinking about retirement.
You may still have a mortgage.
You may have a home that's worth considerably more than when you bought it.

And suddenly you're asking:

👉“What should we actually do next?”
👉Move?
👉Stay?
👉Downsize?
👉Renovate?
👉Buy an investment property?
👉Help the kids?

There's no universal answer.
But there is a better way to make the decision:
Start with the numbers.
Then look at the lifestyle.
Then look at the real estate options.

Tony, Teri and Christina have spent decades helping local families navigate exactly these kinds of transitions.

You don't need to make a decision today.
You just need good information.

👉 HSRealty.ca 📲519.653.6666

🔨 Think you need to renovate before selling? Wait.

New kitchen?
Maybe.

New bathroom?
Possibly.

$40,000 renovation because HGTV told you so?
Probably not.

Before spending thousands preparing your home for sale, find out what buyers in your specific neighbourhood are actually looking for.

Sometimes the smartest pre-sale improvements are surprisingly simple:
✔️ Decluttering
✔️ Fresh paint
✔️ Lighting
✔️ Curb appeal
✔️ Small repairs
✔️ Better furniture placement
✔️ Professional photography

But the right improvement depends on the property.
Tony, Teri and Christina can help you decide where your money is likely to have the greatest impact before you spend it.

👉 Thinking about selling? Start with HSRealty.

📲519.653.6666

💰 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY | $1,099,900
Own the real estate behind an established Preston landmark.
📍 707 King Street E, Cambridge (Preston)
MLS® 40863829

Looking for an investment property that combines commercial income with residential potential? This rare mixed-use property offers multiple income streams in one of Preston’s established core areas.

🏢 Established Franchise Tenant
The main and lower levels are leased to an established franchise tenant, providing an existing commercial income component.

🏠 Two 2-Bedroom Apartments
Two residential units above add another income stream and diversify the property's tenancy profile.

🔑 Potential for Added Flexibility
One residential unit has been prepared to offer vacant possession to the Buyer, creating flexibility for an owner-occupier, family member, or future leasing strategy.

Additional features include:
• Front & rear patios
• Staff parking behind the rear patio
• 295 sq. ft. fenced yard
• Mixed-use commercial/residential configuration
• Prominent King Street E location in Preston

The investment story: one property, multiple tenancy types, established commercial occupancy, and residential income potential — offering an investor the opportunity to build around an existing income-producing asset while retaining flexibility for the future.

📞 Tony Schmidt, Broker of Record
HSRealty.ca | 519.653.6666

🏡 OPEN HOUSE TODAY!
📅 Sunday, September 20

No one has to live in the basement! 🙌

This stunning 2,600+ sq. ft. bungaloft offers a completely independent 1-bedroom suite on the main floor — perfect for family, guests or rental income.

🌳 0.63-acre park-like property
🏠 Two separately deeded lots
✨ Beautifully updated vintage charm
🚗 Double garage + workshop
🎲 Finished rec & games rooms
🔑 Separate entrances + laundry

A rare home with flexibility, privacy and room for everyone.

📞 Tony Schmidt, Broker of Record
HSRealty.ca | 519-653-6666
MLS® 40832314

🏡 📅 Open house — Sunday, September 20

Multi-Generational Living - No one has to live in the basement

This stunning 2600+ sq. ft. bungaloft offers true multi-generational living with a completely independent 1-bedroom suite right on the main floor!

🌳 0.63-acre park-like property
🏠 Two separately deeded lots
✨ Beautifully updated while preserving its vintage charm
🛏️ Bright, spacious main-floor living
🚿 Suite with heated-floor walk-in shower
💰 Ideal for family, guests or rental income
🔑 Separate entrances + laundry
🚗 Double garage + workshop
🎲 Finished lower-level rec & games rooms

This is more than a house. It's flexibility, privacy and room for everyone.

📞 Tony Schmidt, Broker of Record
HSRealty.ca | 519-653-6666
MLS® 40832314