Blog Issue No. 151
Another week on the roller coaster!April is winding down with a bit of a whimper.  Sales this week are down just over 25% from the same week last year.  The week after Easter tends to be the start of the spring market, and given this week’s lacklustre numbers it seems that a large ...
The Hidden Costs Of Selling Your Home "The Silicon Valley Way"
Getting your home sold in just one day with multiple offers might sound too good to be true, but these days there are many start-ups and tech-backed companies promising to do just that. They guarantee a sale in a certain time period, buy the house directly from you, or offer a platform where ...
Blog Issue No. 150
A milestone week for our humble blog.  150 weeks straight without missing a week.  Whew! There have been weeks where it felt like I couldn’t get a word right and some of you are no doubt nodding your heads in agreement. We’ve covered a lot of territory in the past 3 years ...
Blog Issue No. 149
Guelph Housing Market Report: Q1 ReviewSales Data Trend Analysis and InterpretationNationally, and in major urban centres, the Canadian housing market has been doing some correction after several years of amazing growth. Guelph exists in a zone unto itself, though, and is frequently an outlier ...
The 5 Most Instagram Worthy Places in Guelph
From architecture to local art, Instagram is the best place to give your favorite spots in town some love. Whether you're an avid blogger or just starting out on the gram, these are spots you don't want to miss. View this post on Instagram Downtown ...
Blog Issue No. 148
The Spring Market: A Balancing ActIt’s amazing what a little sunshine and above zero temps will do for people’s spirits! The energy level in the office is up considerably and even watching folks stroll along there’s a spring (pun intended) in people’s steps.  The Guelph real estate ...
Blog Issue No. 147
Lift Off to Spring There has been a palpable change in the energy level throughout our brokerage the past couple of weeks.  Call it spring fever and it’s a welcome change! The emails, phone calls and client meetings have increased dramatically.  That can mean only one ...
5 Tips for Competing in the Spring Market
Spring is knocking on our door - and if you're feeling inspired and ready to start house hunting, you're certainly not alone. Besides being a busy time of year in the real estate market, buyers are also facing the effects of a disjointed supply-demand ratio. The Guelph and District Association ...
Is Selling Your Home Right Now A Mistake?
Ask any real estate agent how the market is and you’re almost sure to get the same answer: “Great!”Even if the market is great, it still may not be a great time for you to sell. Many real estate agents will tell you that NOW is the right time to sell your home when in reality, they ...
Blog Issue No. 146
What's Wrong with the Real Estate MarketA couple of interesting things happened this week in real estate. You have no doubt heard that the federal government released their pre-election budget this week.  There were a couple of items designed to help the real estate markets, and ...
5 Guelph Homes With Beautiful Kitchens Under $650,000
Did you know that we spend more than 300 hours per year in our kitchens*?When you’re looking for a new home (or just dreaming about one), the kitchen can be the room that makes the biggest impact. If a kitchen has outdated appliances, a weird layout, or is noticeably cramped, you definitely ...
Blog Issue No. 145
Churning Through the NumbersChurning Through the NumbersI’ve been watching how the spring market is starting to develop.  If I listened to the nation media or only followed the major urban areas I would probably be worried that we would be in for a tough time this spring.  Digging ...
Should YOU Love It or List It?
Despite what real estate reality shows might have led you to believe, the decision to sell your home isn’t simple — and it definitely isn’t a decision that you can reach in 30 minutes. This is true even if you never really loved your property in the first place, or it’s become a daily cause of ...
Blog Issue No. 144
The Bright SideIt’s been a much better week in the Guelph real estate market than previous weeks.  The obvious difference has been the weather.  Looking out at the bright sunshine today and warming temperatures means our spring real estate market won’t be far away.  We’ve got a ...
Blog Issue No. 143
Waiting for SpringThe sun is shining, it's the first day of March, and what better way to welcome Spring than a new look! Stay tuned for more changes. </iframe>">   Get exclusive access to Detailed Neighbourhood Sales Reports every week ...
Houseplants 101
Live plants can do wonders for you and your home. Indoor plants are not only decorative, but they also help clean the environment and air around them. From succulents to blooming houseplants, learn everything you need to know to have your plants thriving in your home. ...
7 Ways to Sabotage The Sale of Your Home
Through the years, we’ve worked with countless sellers. The sale of your home relies on a number of factors, and we understand it’s easy for things to fall through the cracks. Don’t let these traps sabotage the sale of your home. We’re here as a resource for this potentially stressful ...
Your Guelph Family Day Guide
Family Day is right around the corner! Whether you're looking for a fun and free family outing, or all of the recent snow days have used up all of your boredom-buster ideas - we've got you covered.And because we're #FiercelyLocal, we've also compiled a cheat sheet for you, so you know ...
Guelph's Best Spots For Valentine’s Day (Without a Reservation)
Whether you’re looking for a romantic date night out with your significant other this Valentine’s Day, or if you are avoiding the holiday entirely and plan on staying cozy on the couch, we’ve got you covered!We’ve put together our favourite romantic and fun things to do in Guelph with your ...
Easy Home Updates Potential Buyers Will Love
Selling your home is a daunting task, and preparing your home to sell is a huge undertaking. However, there are small changes that can make a huge impact on potential buyers, and can even increase the value of your home! Here are a few that you should do right now. ...