When an Idea Becomes an Obsession –  Issue 300

It’s our 300th issue! What started out as PDF reports for a small group of clients has grown into thousands of subscribers and a super-functional search site, all thanks to the support of our loyal readers! Here’s to 300 more!

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Consistency –  Issue 299

This week we look at how consistency (or lacktherof) makes for opportunities for savvy buyers – and speaking of consistency, next week is our 300th blog!

Read the full story at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/march-11

February Stats –  Issue 298

This past month, we saw 330 new listings in the City of Guelph – 36% higher than the 14 year average – is this the beginnings of growing home inventory, or have sellers jumped into the spring market early to cash in on buyer demand?

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Is Now the Time to Take Risks? –  Issue 297

The world feels increasingly turbulent, and many are wondering: is now the time to take risks in the real estate market? We address this question on today’s blog.

Read the full story at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/february-25

The Housing Affordability Report –  Issue 296

This Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force published their inaugural report this past week – within it, 55 recommendations, mainly centred around increasing housing density and streamlining new development. On this week’s blog, we break down the main points of the report.

What's a Buyer to Do? –  Issue 295

Frustrated buyers are a key component of many real estate headlines – so much so, that we often forget that each of these buyers has their own story. On today’s blog, we tell the story of two Guelph buyers and their options in this difficult market.

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January Stats –  Issue 294

With the first month of 2022 behind us, we take an in-depth look at our local real estate market.

Read the full story at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/february-4

Out of Town Opportunity –  Issue 293

Record-high home values are proving to be a Catch-22 for would-be downsizers in Guelph. We take a look at affordable detached homes across Ontario – and you might be surprised where we found them.

Read the full story at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/january-28

Talking With the Experts: CREA's Shaun Cathcart –  Issue 292

CREA Senior Economist Shaun Cathcart joins us to discuss the current state of the Canadian real estate market. Shaun discusses how demand is fuelled by rising immigration rates and a new generation of buyers, the type of new-build homes buyers actually need, and where he sees our local ...

2021 Year in Review –  Issue 291

We’ve released our 2021 Year in Review Market Stats in this week’s blog. We take a look at which home types and neighbourhoods Guelph buyers are finding opportunity in, plus an in-depth look at our local townships and the tri-cities. Read the full story at ...

Happy Holidays! –  Issue 289

Our final post of 2021. Wishing a warm & safe Christmas to all of our subscribers.

Read our full holiday blog post at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/december-23

Top 5 Topics of 2021 –  Issue 288

Our readers have spoken! This week we’re counting down our Top 5 Topics of 2021 – and we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by #1!

Get the full story on today’s blog at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/december-17

November Stats –  Issue 287

As we expect to move into a quieter month in our local market – typical of the holiday season – we take a look back at the November numbers.

Get the full story on today’s blog at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/december-10

Predatory Business –  Issue 286

An age-old scam, reinvented, is beginning to hit close to home – and it’s costing the most vulnerable homeowners tens of thousands of dollars. Today’s blog discusses HVAC and water heater rental scams in Ontario.

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The Great Wealth Transfer –  Issue 285

With real estate prices at all-time highs across the country and the boomer generation sitting on the lion’s share of mortgage-free real estate, wealth transfer is becoming increasingly common among first time buyers and their parents. Read the full story on today’s blog at ...

Building Demand –  Issue 284

On today’s blog, we take a look at small changes in the development approval process that could have a large and relatively immediate impact on affordability in our local market. Get the full story on today’s blog at homegrouprealty.ca/blog/november-19

iBuyers in Canada –  Issue 283

After Zillow’s collapse this past week, we take a look at iBuyers in Canada – that is, cash offers for as-is homes. While Canada has yet to see iBuying on an institutional level, its presence is palpable – even in the throes of a hot sellers market. Get the full story on ...

October Stats –  Issue 282

We’re experiencing a noticeably quiet fall market, with the number of listings and sales this past month down 15% and 21%, respectively, over last October. But don’t be fooled by the hush – prices remain strong, and continue to increase in almost every segment of the ...