Below, you will find a Guelph Market Update for April 2024, which will provide you with information on the local real estate market and recent sales activity in specific Guelph neighbourhoods. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you are ready to move forward with the next step! Guelph Market Update for April 2024 The Guelph real estate market remains stable, though we’ve seen less of a spring surge compared to previous years. We anticipate potential acceleration soon. Typically, April sees over 200 sales, but this year, we’re closer to 180. Prices increased by 1%, but ..read more

Below, you will find a Cambridge Market Update for March 2024, which will provide information on the local real estate market and recent sales activity in your area. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you are ready to move forward with the next step! Cambridge Market Update for March 2024 Let’s delve into the latest market insights for March. We observed a notable surge in sales compared to February, with a significant increase of 12%. However, it’s important to note that despite this uptick, sales were still 8% lower than what we witnessed in March of the previous y ..read more

Is house flipping still viable as an investment? Due to the combination of new tax legislation and rising real estate prices, most people wouldn’t consider flipping to be “easy money” anymore. Investors who plan on buying a house, slapping on a quick coat of paint and immediately selling it for a huge profit may be disappointed.  However, renovating and repairing distressed properties into aesthetically-pleasing and structurally sound homes creates genuine value for buyers in the market today. When you regard house flipping as a real business strategy, it can be a fulfilling and financial ..read more

Many of us were not surprised by the Bank of Canada’s latest decision to keep interest rates fixed at 5%. It’s like when you’re at a crosswalk, and even though you’ve got the green light, you double-check both ways a few more times, just to be sure. Caution can be a virtue, of course, but sometimes, doesn’t it feel like we’re stuck waiting at that crosswalk, even when the path is clear? A Gradual Improvement Globally, the economy’s showing signs of shaking off its sluggishness, especially in the US, where things are looking up. Meanwhile, back here in Canada, we’re seeing hints that maybe, jus ..read more

Below, you will find a Kitchener/Waterloo Market Update For March 2024, which will provide information on the local real estate market and recent sales activity in your area. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or are ready to proceed with the next step! Are you signed up for our newsletter yet? In a shifting market, it’s essential to stay informed! Sign up for our newsletter here and be the first to know about new listings, market updates, real estate news, and more! Sign up here: Kitchener/Waterloo Market Update For March 2024 The spring market has hit the Kitchener/Water ..read more

Below, you will find a Guelph Market Update for March 2024, which will provide you with information on the local real estate market and recent sales activity in specific Guelph neighbourhoods. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you are ready to move forward with the next step! Guelph Market Update for March 2024 The real estate market in Guelph isn’t quite bustling as we enter spring. While there was a surge in sales during February, it seems that March is on track to match those historically low numbers.  Prices rose 5% in February compared to January. In March ..read more

When all of the pieces of the puzzle fall into place, owning an income property can lead to financial stability. Not only does your equity grow as your unit rises in value, but you also generate a stream of regular passive income.  In a high-demand city like Guelph, you will always have a vast pool of tenants who are searching for rental housing, which means your home will not sit vacant for long. However, the key is to vet prospective tenants carefully.  A good one generally means enjoying the benefits of real estate investing with minimal stress, whereas a poor choice can result in ..read more

Below, you will find a Kitchener/Waterloo Market Update For February 2024, which will provide information on the local real estate market and recent sales activity in your area. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or are ready to proceed with the next step! Are you signed up for our newsletter yet? In a shifting market, it’s essential to stay informed! Sign up for our newsletter here and be the first to know about new listings, market updates, real estate news, and more! Sign up here: Kitchener/Waterloo Market Update For February 2024 Since the start of the year, we’ve witn ..read more

Below, you will find a Cambridge Market Update for February 2024, which will provide information on the local real estate market and recent sales activity in your area. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you are ready to move forward with the next step! Cambridge Market Update for February 2024 The housing market in Cambridge experienced moderate growth in sales throughout February. Compared to January, there was a notable uptick of 7% in the number of sales. Despite this surge, the average sale price across all housing types remained steady. Currently, homes are rec ..read more

When is the right time to downsize?  I work with clients who say they will never downsize, and then a year later, when they are downsizing, they wish they had done it sooner. It’s a tricky business, and it depends on what your long-term plan is.   Many people downsize more than once. Often, people will downsize to a smaller home when they retire, to help free up time and funds for travel. Then again, in 10 or 15 years, to something even more manageable like a condo.  And often, another move, into independent living when people decide that they aren’t interested in cooking ..read more