2020 has been anything but normal. The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged our society in ways not seen in generations. Simple pleasures that were once taken for granted now seem entirely … Read More
10 Reasons Why Baby Boomers Are Turning to the Condo Market
These times have been different for everyone. After a few months of isolating in our homes, there has been lots of time to think about how we want to live … Read More
The Million Dollar Condo Question: Are There Enough?
For the past 9 years, Planet Realty Brokerage has focused a large portion of their business on condominium sales in and around the Guelph area. With it’s safe, close-knit community … Read More
COVID-19 and the Village by the Arboretum
About the beginning of each May, the Arboretum sees the cherry blossoms in bloom, many activities underway, and the real estate market in full swing. This year, though, is more … Read More
Real Estate Fraud Protection
Online scammers have consistently become more and more clever in their ability to disguise fraudulent intentions with what seem to be legitimate websites and claims. They will attempt to lour … Read More
2020 Condo Market Preview
2020 brings with it hope of a strong real estate market in Ontario. Today’s economy features a number of favourable indicators- low unemployment rates, continued immigration, and rising wages. The sum of these factors, coupled with … Read More
Stress Test is Making Harder to Borrow in Retirement
The baby boomer segment of the population is beginning to witness a financial obstacle that may alter the plans of many retirees. The federal government’s stress test is a financial … Read More
Fall Garden Prep Makes for Light Spring Work!
Every October in Canada, we lose our grip on summer temperatures and the leaves begin to change colour. It won’t be long before snow flakes are falling and you will … Read More
Real Estate Investment in Guelph
With summer being underway and temperatures warming up, many use this as an excuse to get out and shop for a new investment property. Let’s look at the current economic … Read More
Vacation Rental Season is in Full Swing
With the growing prominence of home sharing via websites like AirBNB & HomeAway, the accessibility of vacation rentals is at an all-time high. Instead of booking vacation time at a … Read More