There are those who feel taxes that benefit society as a whole, like education and other regional services that benefit society in general, should come entirely from income tax not property tax.  Today we examine the historical trajectory of taxation from its origins in the physical labor of the Ancient world to the digital wealth management of the 21st century. It explores the transition of tax bases from "tangible" property to "intangible" income and the ideological shift from collective survival to social engineering. Finally, it addresses the contemporary challenges of tax havens and the ongoing debate between taxing the flow of income versus the stock of wealth in a globalized economy. I - The Genesis of the Social Contract: Labor and Grain: The earliest forms of taxation were root... 03/08/2026

Supporters of market value assessment believe that the value of your home is a fair way to measure your ability to pay. The Fair Tax Commissions report of the Property Tax Working Group, who had a one-time access to income information at the household level, concluded that this was random at best. They also concluded taxes based on MVA’s or CVA’s was regressive.   The supporters of Market Value Assessment or CVA continue to push for the updating of assessments to a new base year preferably going to annual updates. (In a later post I will talk about how this obfuscates the reality of tax shifts from one area to another.)   The Debate: Market Value Assessment (MVA) or Current Value Assessment (CVA) often centers on the tension between "asset wealth" and "liquid income." While property ta... 03/08/2026

Statistics Are What They AreWhen you hear news of market fluctuations, there are two important things to consider.First of all, a lot of media information about the housing market is national, or at least regional. If the housing market is trending up or down nationally, remember that it doesn’t necessarily mean that your LOCAL market is doing the same.In fact, it’s entirely possible for housing prices to be rising in your area, while they are falling nationally, and vice versaSecondly, if you’re selling a current property while buying another home, then the net effect of market fluctuations may cancel out. To View Current Local Uxbridge Real Estate Market Updates Visit KathyClulow.com Statistics Are What They AreThe Real Estate Market Is Local and sometimes hyper-Local While Statistics... 03/09/2019

 Kathy’s Uxbridge Real Estate Market Update For February 2019Uxbridge Real Estate Month End Market Update … By The NumbersSales year over year – No Change New Listings year over year – Down 8.51% Average Days On The Market year over year – Down 8.67% Average Sale Price year over year – Up 8.08%Median Sold Price Last Month $680,000 Average Sale Price Last Month $753,184 Median Sold Price This Month $738,750 Average Sale Price This Month $779,675 This past month there were 43 new listings and 20 residential sales reported by the Toronto Real Estate Board for Uxbridge. The 20 sales represents a 5.26% increase from the 19 sales last month and a 4.88% decrease from the same month last year. cont. @ kathyclulow.com 03/05/2019

Come See ..... Come Sigh Come and be mesmerized by the tranquillity, by the river, by the waterfalls, by all that nature has to offer.Located on a private road this property backs onto environmentally protected lands and is subject to Lake Simcoe Regional Conservation Authority rules and regulations.see more photos @ http://20millpond.com/ for more information Call Kathy Clulow @ 905-852-6143  02/22/2019

Nov 05, 2018 Kathy’s Uxbridge Real Estate Market Update For October 2018 Uxbridge Real Estate Month End Market Update … By The Numbers Sales year over year – no change New Listings year over year – up 17.02% Average Days On The Market year over year – up 65.38% Average Sale Price year over year – down 8.18% Median Sold Price Last Month $604,500 Average Sale Price Last Month $667,985 Median Sold Price This Month $791,000 Average Sale Price This Month $841,094 This past month there were 55 new listings and 24 residential sales reported by the Toronto Real Estate Board for Uxbridge. The 24 sales represents a 20% increase from the 20 sales last month and a 0% decrease from the same month last year.   Cont @ kathyclulow.com 11/05/2018

Looking For A Bungalow In Uxbridge ….. You could not find a better time than right now as the number and price range of available homes is one of the best I have seen in years. Bungalows are a much sought after housing option here in Uxbridge and they are usually as scarce as hens teeth.With over cont. @ KathyClulow.Com  09/12/2018

Don’t Lose Sight Of The Big Picture Why do some Home Buyers pass the perfect home that might not satisfy all their little extra wants 100%.?Why do some Home Buyers end up months later still comparing every home they see to the one they let get away.?Because they let their Micro Desires ….. things like the location of that perfect lot or things that can be changed or altered in the homes they are viewing, that do not meet their desires, to rule out an otherwise perfect Macro home.They loose sight of the big picture.MICRO VS MACRO .....Which are you? 06/01/2018

  Uxbridge Real Estate Month End Market Update … Year Over Year ... By The Numbers Sales year over year – down 52.94% New Listings year over year – down 30.38% Average Days On The Market year over year – up 209.09% Average Sale Price year over year – down 8.98%     Continue Reading > >   05/05/2018

 First .... Do You Have a Personal Realtor®?  Perhaps you’ve checked out a few open houses or called the number on a For Sale sign to schedule a private viewing of that property ... BUT ... Do You Have a Personal Realtor®? One Who Works For You Yes, you can do all of that on your own, if you have the time and expertise. However, statistics prove that you’ll be more successful in finding your dream home at the right price with your own personal real estate agent. One who works for you. Check out what clients said when asked “What influenced you to select me as your Realtor®?” or “What did you like best about working with me?” Who Is The Best Fit For You? The best way to select the right real estate agent, is to meet with him or her in person. Ask questions. See if there is a good fit.Con... 04/02/2018

Why Sell With Me? There’s no doubt about it. Your real estate agent has a huge impact on whether or not your home sells quickly, how much you get for your property, and your experience throughout the process.So you’d be smart to ask, “Why should I sell with you?”The best way for me to answer that is in a Personal Consultation meeting. I will meet you at your home, explain how I work with clients, and give you an initial idea of what to expect in terms of selling price and timing. This meeting will give us an opportunity to get to know each other; for me to explain my skills and experience; and for you to ask questions and see if there is a good fit. There is absolutely no obligation to proceed.In the meantime, here are a few highlights of what to expect from me as your real estate agent... 03/20/2018

 The Eleventh Hour Of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month This Remembrance Day is the 99th anniversary of the end of the First World War. It was at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918 that the guns of the First World War went silent.In remembrance of all who put themselves in Harms way so that we could,and continue too, be able to enjoy the freedoms we enjoy today. In Flanders fields In Flanders fields the poppies blowBetween the crosses, row on row,That mark our place; and in the skyThe larks, still bravely singing, flyScarce heard amid the guns below. We are the dead. Short days agoWe lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,Loved, and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe:To you from failing hands we throwThe torch... 11/07/2017

Happy 150th Birthday Canada It's not always where you started, it's the reason why you stayed To celebrate Canada's 150th Birthday, RE/MAX set out to discover the 150 reasons why Canada is Home, and here is what they found.    06/29/2017

Final Tax Bills - ReminderIf you live in Uxbridge, Ontario and are a property owner or if you simply own property in Uxbridge, Ontario the first instalment of your Final Property Tax Bill is due.Don't Miss The DeadlineYour first installment is due Monday June 26th for your 2017 Final Tax Bill. Uxbridge does charge a penalty interest of 1.25% which will be added to your tax bill. If you do not pay it by the 26th of June they will add another 1.25%.Your second installment is due Sept 25th, 2017 so mark your calendar now.Uxbridge, Ontario Property Taxes and Assessment - 2017 Final Tax Bills - Reminder 06/20/2017

For Local Government ServicesWho do you call when your water has a bad taste or your floor drain backs up?  Who do you call to find out what to do with your hazardous waste or you have large items to be picked up?Just who do you call for any number of residential service's provided by your local Municipal or Regional Government?Examples Of Municipal Services Included: Low water pressure, no water, water has funny taste Noise complaints Street parking Garbage, recycling, collection calendar needed Hazardous waste & special pick-up Street not plowed/salted Litter & debris removal Drain backed up   06/19/2017

 2017 Edition Of The Gardens Of Uxbridge This year marks the 21st edition of the Gardens of Uxbridge annual garden tour.A showcase of some of the wonderfull gardens of local residences in and around Uxbridge that offers a beautiful day touring through hill and dale while traveling along the country roads surrounding Uxbridge and Oak Ridges Moraine. .... cont @ Gardens of Uxbridge  06/08/2017

 You've Bought Firm ButYour Home Has Not Sold Yet.....   As the market transitions from a sellers market to a buyers market You may find yourself in the position of having to close on your new home with out having sold your existing home. Hopefully you have prearranged financing to allow ... Continue Reading  view all the stats here     06/05/2017

Sorry It's SOLDThis circa 1888 School House was converted to residential use in the 70'sIt is located halfway between the hamlets of Leaskdale and Udora in Uxbridge Township on a beautiful one acre lot.For More information call Kathy Clulow Today 905.852.6143    05/31/2017

Cabin In The Woods 6 Very Private Acres Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, and just 15 minutes from the heart of Uxbridge! Just minutes from the 404 and Lake Simcoe that has some of Ontario's best boating and year round sports fishingRustic log cabin "being sold as is". Relax and listen to the birds .... paddle down the river or just read on the lounge.Property is located within a flood plain regulated by the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA).The likelyhood of building a new home on this property is very very slim at best due to LSRCA regulations governing the use of this property.   05/31/2017

 Cause and Effect .....   While we are still seeing multiple offers, month end numbers indicate a little relief for home buyers in Uxbridge. The increase in new listings meant beleaguered home buyers had a wider selection resulting in fewer buyers bidding on the same home. This increase in listings was offset to ... Continue Reading  view all the stats here     05/03/2017