I don’t think it’s too early to say spring is here. If you’re scheduled for a spring or summer closing on your new home, you’ve been longing for these days. … Read More
End of an Era: Duncan-McPhee to close its doors
Yesterday I received a quick note in my inbox from Duncan-McPhee describing a sale that starts today. Normally, I just file the info but this note said much more than … Read More
Tricar & RiverHouse Condominiums Wins Prestigious Design Award
Last Saturday night, the Delta Hotel played host to the Guelph & District Home Builders’ Association’s annual Awards Gala. Builders of all types and sizes competed for a series of … Read More
Guelph Council Gives Thumbs Up to Higher Development Charges
Burdened by the rising costs of maintaining a growing city and paying for infrastructure, Guelph City Council has given the go ahead to raise development charges on new homes, condos and … Read More
Winterfest 2014 set to blow into town
I guess it’s time we just embrace these sub-arctic temperatures we’ve been experiencing. If they’re not gone by now, I don’t know if they’ll ever take off. That said, there’s … Read More
New Year, New Mayor?
2014 is a municipal election year in Ontario, which means that voters are due to go to polls later in the fall, deciding whether incumbent mayor Karen Farbridge will retain … Read More
Financing Your New Home
The purchase of a new home is the largest purchase most people make during their lifetime! Whether you are purchasing a home for the first time, or moving up, buying … Read More
Who Do I Call When I’m Downsizing?
Downsizing moves are becoming more and more popular as the population ages and builders create smaller and more efficient homes. This means that our “stuff”, which we’ve spent years accumulating, … Read More
Guelph’s Downtown Cinemas Come Back to Life
Where there now stand shops, restaurants and bars once stood an array of storied cinemas in Downtown Guelph. Long since converted to different ventures, Guelph’s rich cinematic past is being … Read More
Selecting a Home Builder- Tips & Advice
Buying a new home is a big decision, but it doesn’t have to be a difficult one. Preparing yourself and doing your homework is the key to being able to … Read More