Buying a house in Guelph| Beth and Ryan Waller

What you need to know about the difference between a deposit and downpayment

This blog is designed to help buyers better understand the difference between a deposit and a downpayment. Although these two are related, they are very different in terms of timing and amounts. What’s the difference...

2 weeks ago

What is a bully offer in real estate? (2024)

In real estate, especially in a sellers real estate market you’ll hear the term bully offer. As of early 2024, we rarely hear of this term as we’re in a balanced market in Guelph real...

2 weeks ago

11 things you need to know about property tax (2024)

What are property taxes? How are taxes assessed? Property taxes vs tax assessment Where do you pay property tax payments? What home improvements increase property taxes? Does an inground pool increase property taxes? If I...

3 weeks ago

Is a home inspection important when buying a home?

It’s a question we get all the time: “Do I really need a home inspection?”. The answer to that question changes depending on a variety of qualifying questions and strategies. But generally the answer to...

3 weeks ago

28 Common Real Estate Terms that you need to know!

Looking for the most common real estate terms for todays market? Purchasing or selling a house can be a very stressful and confusing process, the terminology shouldn’t be. Like many industries, real estate has some...

1 month ago

Considering an old house? Think of these 16 things

Are you considering buying an old home? It can seem like a daunting task, especially if it’s your first home. Since we do a lot of work in downtown Guelph, we’re familiar with a lot...

1 month ago

Buying a townhouse? Read this first (2024)

With the Guelph real estate market booming, many buyers are now considering a townhouse. In this blog, we’ll look at the pros and cons of buying a townhouse. We’ll also look at the differences between...

1 month ago

Closing costs: What you need to know to close smoothly on a house

If you’re considering buying a house in Guelph, you’re going to find that the journey is an exciting one! But both sides of a transacation: buyer and seller have closing costs associated to closing. Being...

1 month ago

Buying a condo? All the info you need to know

With prices of homes rising over the years in Guelph, many builders are opting to build condo developments. But what exactly is a condo? What are condo fees? Why should you consider a condo? This...

1 month ago

Preparing for closing day? Do these things first!

Exciting times! You’ve just bought or sold your home and now you need to prepare before the closing day. There’s likely a wide range of emotions from excitement to pure panic! But, it can also...

2 months ago

6 Best Guelph real estate lawyers? A realtors list (2024)

As part of our commitment to our community as Guelph Realtors, we’ve compiled a series of directories as guides to people looking for local products and services, including recommendations for a Guelph lawyer. This Top...

2 months ago

Moving in Guelph? Here are the Guelph utilities you need to inform (2024)

Part of being responsible real estate agents is not only helping our clients buy and sell Guelph real estate, it also involves ensuring the ENTIRE process is followed- this includes starting and stopping Guelph utilities...

2 months ago

Sump Pump: Do I need to have one? (2024)

Having a sump pump system could help prevent water claims in your basement. But, what exactly is a sump pump, when do you need one and how do they work? In fact, many insurance companies...

3 months ago

What is a duplex? All you need to know right here (2024)

One question clients ask a lot is “what is a duplex?”. The term duplex can be confusing because it’s also synonymous with rental apartment, legal apartment and accessory apartment. However, it’s not the same as...

3 months ago

Tiny homes in Guelph: what you need to know (2024)

Written by: Ryan Waller, Guelph real estate agent Updated: July 10, 2024 Originally written: May 23, 2023 Tiny homes have gained a lot of press in recent years, as the City of Guelph along with...

3 months ago

8 Great Pubs in Guelph: a locals list (2024)

Looking for a pub in Guelph? You’ve come to the right spot! Beth and Ryan have probably been to every pub in Guelph, so they can help guide you! The intent of this blog is...

3 months ago

How to Become a Real Estate Agent (2024)

Becoming a real estate agent can be a very rewarding career path. It offers a wide range of opportunities. As a real estate professional, you can help people with buying and selling of homes, farmland,...

3 months ago

HouseSigma: easy way to get housing sales info (2024)

HouseSigma: changing the game Since the mainstream creation of the internet in the mid 1990’s, Realtors would use homes sales data through their systems as a lead generation system to attract clients. But today, there...

3 months ago

9 Best coffee shops in Guelph: a locals list (2024)

As part of our commitment to our community as Guelph Realtors, we’ve compiled a series of directories as guides to people looking for local products and services, including Guelph coffee shops! This list is a part...

4 months ago

Parks in Guelph: our favourites (2024)

With the warmer weather comes times where we spend more time outdoors. So, we’re outlining some of our favourite parks in Guelph. If you have young children like we do, you’re probably looking for some...

4 months ago

Helping University of Guelph parents buy homes for their kids to live in (2024)

This article is intended to help University of Guelph parents who are searching for Guelph student rentals to purchase. We help with a number of these per year and have provided much of the information...

5 months ago

What is a vendor take back mortgage (2024)

If you’re selling a house in Guelph, you may have encountered buyers proposing a vendor take back mortgage, or vtb mortgage. In fact, over the past month we’ve encountered this twice where we haven’t had...

5 months ago

First time home buyer in Guelph: read this first! (2024)

You’ve likely read the headlines and you’re starting to get a little fearful: inflation is at multi year highs, interest rates are rising. But if you’re a first time home buyer, this may be your...

8 months ago

What’s a home appraisal? (2024)

5 years ago “home appraisal”, (aka “bank appraisal”) wasn’t a topic that came up very often. With the volatility in home prices in Guelph over the past few months, we hear more and more about...

8 months ago

Guelph hair salons: our list (2024)

As part of our commitment to our community as Guelph Realtors, we’ve compiled a series of directories as guides to people looking for local products and services, including Guelph hair salons! This list is part...

8 months ago

Furnace vs boiler- which is better? (2024)

Furnace vs Boiler debate This is not often a debate on which one you should choose. Most homes have one or the other already. You’re likely here because you’re trying to determine the pro’s or...

8 months ago

Effective online property search: a guide (2024)

Are you tired of scouring the classifieds and wandering aimlessly around neighborhoods searching for your dream home? Well, with the advent of technology, online property search has become a whole lot easier. Nowadays, you can...

8 months ago

Buying a house with a garage: is it a must have? (2024)

If you’re house shopping and have a list of must-haves, does a garage make the list? Depending on your wants and needs, you may prioritize a garage over other features of a home. This is...

8 months ago

Things to Consider When Buying Pre Construction Homes (2024)

Purchasing a resale house or condo is not the only option available when looking for a new home. There is always the option of purchasing pre construction homes. This option allows homebuyers to move into...

8 months ago

What is a conditional offer in real estate? (2024)

It’s almost wild to think that in early 2022, a conditional offer was cringe-worthy. Sellers were listing their homes and waiting for the offers to come in on offer day. This was referred to as...

9 months ago

Should I use Property Guys, discount services or For Sale By Owner? Think twice (2024)

This popular article talks about the pros and cons of FSBO, discount services of Property Guys, Fair Square and other discount brokerages. Originally published in 2021, this popular blog has been updated for 2024. In...

9 months ago

VIDEO: 2024 Guelph real estate predictions

It’s that time of year again, where we review prior year predictions (2023) while providing our 2024 Guelph real estate predictions! 2023 was a much tamer year than 2022 for a variety of reasons. The...

9 months ago

Is Knob and Tube Wiring Dangerous (2024)?

Picking the right house to purchase is always a stressful situation. Top that off with finding out the house has knob and tube (k&t) wiring, now that stress has been amplified. If the house you...

9 months ago

What is a detached house? (2024)

What is a detached house? In this blog we’ll look at the advantages and disadvantages of the detached, or single family home. Then, we’ll look at other types of homes available in the Guelph real...

9 months ago

House Hacking – Pros & Cons (2024)

There’s no way around it: Buying a house is expensive. In fact, the average cost for a home in Guelph is now over $770,000. For a single-family home, it’s even higher. As housing becomes increasingly...

10 months ago

Is a Concrete Block Foundation Bad (2024)?

The two most common types of house foundation types found are concrete block and poured concrete. Concrete block is usually found on older homes (pre 1970s) while poured concrete has become the new standard. If...

10 months ago

Investing beyond borders: Canadian Investors Eyeing New York Real Estate

As the global economy becomes increasingly interconnected, savvy Canadian investors are looking south for investment opportunities. This is particularly true in the vibrant and ever-evolving New York real estate market. This article will explore why...

10 months ago

UFFI Insulation: Does it Matter? (2024)

For optimal energy efficiency, you should insulate your home from the roof down to its foundation. In the days before proper insulation, UFFI (urea-formaldehyde foam insulation) is thought to be the answer to a drafty old...

11 months ago

Is it worth it to stage a house and does it sell for more (Dec 2023)?

Home staging is not something you really consider until you’re planning to sell a house. Staging is not as simple as just packing things into a linen chest to de-clutter. Done correctly, it can have...

2 years ago

What is a balanced market in real estate? (2024)

Jump links: What is a balanced market? Who benefits from a balanced market? How do you know if we’re in a balanced market? Where we see the market headed in 2024 With the recent rise...

2 years ago

Guelph open houses: are they worth going to? (2024)

The real estate open house. It’s been been around for generations and came to an abrupt halt in March 2020. But, COVID forced the real estate to improve in many areas, one being processes. As...

2 years ago

Rentals in Guelph: Viewit, Kijiji and RentPanda (2024)

A quick search of rentals in Guelph through the Realtor system produces just 10 results. Yes, that’s right: 10! For a city of 140,000 people it’s certainly a low number. You’re much more likely to...

3 years ago

What is a condo status certificate? (2024)

If you’ve ever bought or sold a condo in Guelph, you’ve likely encountered the requirement of a Status Certificate. This is standard with all condominium transactions and should not be taken lightly. Don’t dismiss this...

Best Guelph neighbourhoods: a Realtors view (2024)

You’ve definitely heard how important neighbourhoods are in real estate — and that’s because it’s true! Although “best Guelph neighbourhoods” is subjective, its important to consider a number factors. Especially if you’re from out of...

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