Free Playbook · Northumberland County
Your Family Didn’t Shrink.
Your House Did.
Six honest answers for families who have outgrown their home. Real numbers from our market, not GTA advice that doesn’t apply here.

What’s Inside
1. The Biggest Move-Up Mistake
Sell first or buy first, in plain English. And why the wrong answer usually comes from fear, not numbers.
Sell first or buy first, in plain English. And why the wrong answer usually comes from fear, not numbers.
2. Timing It In This Market
What this month’s Northumberland numbers actually mean for your timeline.
What this month’s Northumberland numbers actually mean for your timeline.
3. Your Real Upgrade Budget
The three numbers that matter, with real math from a $600,000 sale to a $1,000,000 purchase.
The three numbers that matter, with real math from a $600,000 sale to a $1,000,000 purchase.
4. Your 90-Day Prep Timeline
Week by week, from first conversation to aligned closings. No chaos.
Week by week, from first conversation to aligned closings. No chaos.
5. Renovate Or Sell As-Is
The 2x rule that tells you exactly what’s worth doing before you list. And what isn’t.
The 2x rule that tells you exactly what’s worth doing before you list. And what isn’t.
6. Three Questions That Scare A Bad Agent
Ask all three. Watch what happens.
Ask all three. Watch what happens.
152
Sales In June, Up 17%
Sales In June, Up 17%
812
Homes To Choose From
Homes To Choose From
45
Avg. Days On Market
Avg. Days On Market
98%
Of List Price Achieved
Of List Price Achieved
Northumberland County MLS residential stats, June 2026
You’re Not Behind. You’re Just Ready For A Plan.
I’m Erin Hathway, a REALTOR® here in Northumberland County. I help growing families upsize into homes that actually fit, from Cobourg to Campbellford. This playbook is where we start.
Read it in ten minutes. Know your first step. And when you’re ready to talk through your situation, I’m easy to find.
Questions? Erin@soldwitherin.ca · (289) 251-5707