Why Hamilton Feels Like Home to Me
A little about my Hamilton roots, my connection to community and how I approach conversations about your next move.
Hamilton is home to me. It is where my connection to community, everyday life and real estate comes together. When I introduced myself on Instagram in September 2024, I shared a few things that matter to me: being a proud Hamiltonian, exploring new places, spending time around softball and baseball, and helping my clients understand their real estate choices.1
I wanted to bring that introduction here, too. If we have only connected through a property post or a quick conversation online, this is a chance to get to know a little more about me.
The connections that make a place home
In that original introduction, I wrote about coaching, cheering on or playing softball and baseball around Hamilton. I also shared my love of travel. Exploring somewhere new can give you a fresh appreciation for the places and routines you come home to.
Those everyday connections belong in a conversation about moving. Where do you spend your time? Which places would you want to stay close to? How would a different neighbourhood fit into your week? I want to understand what home means in your life before we get too far into a list of properties.
You can start with questions
Educating clients about owning or investing in real estate was another part of my introduction. There is a lot to work through, and you do not need to have every answer before reaching out.
You might be thinking about your first purchase, considering a move after years in the same home or wondering about another part of Hamilton. Tell me what has prompted the idea. We can start with what you hope to change and the questions you want to work through.
What does home mean for you now?
Your priorities may look different from the last time you moved. Perhaps the layout no longer works for your day-to-day life, or you are curious about a new location. Give yourself room to think about what you need now.
If you are wondering where to begin, write down three things: what is working in your current home, what you would like to change and what you need to understand before deciding anything. That gives us a useful starting point.
I would be happy to hear what you are considering. You can reach me at 289-684-8245 or michelledlacroix@gmail.com.
Adapted from my original Instagram introduction, posted September 9, 2024. Updated November 4, 2026.
