Carter Work Project building 150 homes for Canada 150
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) just announced that the governments of Canada and Manitoba are investing $1.2 million in Habitat for Humanity’s Carter Work Project to help Manitobans become homeowners.“This announcement is truly
Only 15 Homes Available at Usshers Creek!
It was less than a year ago when we first heard word of Granite Homes’ luxury community Usshers Creek in the Village of Ariss (just northwest of Guelph). We were intrigued by the limited amount of lots and the large lot sizes. Well, homebuyers will get
New Year’s Resolution: Save for a Down Payment on Your First Home
New Year’s resolutions - who keeps them? Almost no one. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t make one. Maybe if it were about something really important, then you’d be more likely to follow through? We’re not talking about going to the gym or swearing off
New Home Psychology: Why Do We Like What We Like?
For the month of May, we’re exploring a realm relatively unknown to us. We’re getting down to the facts, the science of new home buying. Basically, we’re curious as to why we like the things we like. Why do homebuyers like what they like? Why do sellers
Nearly half of Gen Zers want to buy a home in the next few years
Forget millenials, it’s time to talk about Generation Z. Okay, don’t forget millennials, they are clearly still an important demographic when it comes to the economy and influence on the housing market.
Kevin James Picks up Florida Home for $18.5 Million
Kevin James, also known as “Doug Heffernan” or “Paul Blart,” has just purchased an estate in Delray Beach, Florida, for a whopping $18.5 million.This either means that Kevin James is a really, really, really, funny guy, or everyone needs to step up their
You Need to Do Your Homework Before Buying a New Home
Toronto is a relatively young city, and with a young city comes new opportunities, new housing, and most importantly, new families. Real estate is one of the most promising and safest investments you can make in order to set a foundation for your future.
How to transition from summer to fall home decor
Everyone knows that once September arrives and the kids are back in school it’s basically fall. Don’t be sad about the end of summer though, just use this time as an opportunity to transition from summer to fall home decor!
Granite Homes launches new townhome community in South Guelph
Rolling off the success of Arkell Lofts in Guelph, Granite Homes has introduced their new townhome community, Gallery Towns, located next to Arkell Lofts at Gordon Street and Arkell Road. Before we jump into the details of Gallery Towns, let’s talk about
Will the New Home Market Heat Up with the Beautiful Weather?
Canada’s new home market has kind of been up and down over the past few months, according to Trimart Research Corporation. Last February, national housing starts decreased 16.4% to 156,300, much lower than expected for the time of the year. Trimart
