In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, warns homeowners about selling their house privately. We learn how the Golfi Team sold a home when another agent couldn't, and how Ontario will need to build a million new homes over the next decade to keep up with demand. Did you know that co-buying has skyrocketed over the last seven years? Also, if a buyer can't close a deal what happens to the deposit? And we bring you seven things you need to know about buying a century old home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamilton Real Estate Show

Be careful if you sell your home privately

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, dissects the September statistics in Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara and Toronto. if blind bidding ended in Canada, what process would be used? Also, Rob reacts to RBC's prediction of a real estate slowdown in 2022 and the debate over buying vs. renting a home is settle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will there be a real estate slowdown in 2022 as some are predicting?

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, tells us about what happened when two identical homes went on the market. Rob shares his thoughts on the CMHC's latest prediction of a possible market correction. We also learn how to move a property that has become stagnant, what impact Gen Z will have on the housing industry, and smart renovations to sell your home this fall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when when two identical homes go on the market?

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, shares a story about an extremely popular open house on the outskirts of Hamilton. Rob also discusses the real estate madness that is expected to be tied to increased immigration in Canada, and why more investment companies are buying homes. Also, have you ever wanted to see your home in a movie?  And how art can breathe new life into neighbourhoods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wanted to see your home in a movie?

Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment, The Golfi Team, fills us in on the real estate cool down in Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara and the GTA. Rob shares his thoughts on renting versus buying a home in Hamilton, and the pros and cons of building a custom home. We also chat about property management companies and take a look at the Hamilton Police crime map. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Renting vs. buying a home in Hamilton

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, talks about home prices that are exploding in Brantford. RE/MAX has responded to the housing affordability promises that have been made by the main federal political parties. House flippers are suddenly struggling to find enough fixer-uppers. We also discuss how to determine the best place to live during the last 15 years of your life, and we share a story about a woman in Nova Scotia who is renovating a school bus and plans to live in it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brantford, Ont. is the latest city to record a house price explosion

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, discusses how the market is changing as we get closer to the start of Autumn. Rob gives his take on the emerging trend of office buildings adding outdoor spaces for staff who are returning to work. We also chat about the importance of doing your research before accepting a cash offer for your home, and we debate the merits of a new online housing auction site in Canada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do your research before accepting a cash offer for your home

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, shares his views on what the main federal political parties are proposing for the housing sector. We chat about the mammoth transfer of wealth that is going to happen in the next five to 10 years. Plus, some realtors in Ontario's cottage country are calling on the Canadian Real Estate Association to change the rules when it comes to listing a home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Housing becomes a hot topic in Canada's federal election

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, shares a story about buying and selling a home without seeing it and tells us that some home sellers have not pivoted with the market. We look at three recent case studies from the Real Estate Council of Ontario. Millions of people will move to Canada in the next 20 years, but where will they live? A family is out $50,000, and has no home, after a homebuilder goes belly up. And we will chat about a 19-year-old woman who has just bought her first home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buying a home without even seeing it in person

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, talks about how some home sellers continue to have unrealistic expectations. Rob provides some pros and cons to renting vs. buying real estate, as well as building a custom home. We also discuss whether some condo owners should hire a property management company, or manage the condo as a corporation. And we take a look at how the Hamilton Police Service crime map can be a useful tool for home buyers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some home sellers continue to have unrealistic expectations

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, shares the July real estate statistics in Hamilton, Burlington and Niagara. We discuss Hamilton's proposed urban boundary expansion and what impact it could have on local real estate. Plus, Rob offers advice on buying an investment property near a university or college and chats about how many first-time homebuyers are being forced into small towns to search for affordable housing. We also chat about an interesting discovery in the walls of farmhouse in Pennsylvania and an ancient oak tree on a Toronto property. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How will Hamilton's proposed urban boundary expansion impact real estate?

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, tell us how all-day GO train service to Hamilton's West Harbour Station will impact real estate in that area. There are more people in the GTA under 35 who own multiple properties than those over 35 years of age. Baby Boomers are not ready to let go of their real estate wealth. B.C. is getting ready for a new wave of buyers who are coming to Canada. And many Canadians say they won't be able to afford a $500 increase to their monthly mortgage payments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How will all-day GO train service to Hamilton's West Harbour Station impact local real estate?

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, shares the latest trends in the real estate market. Hamilton home prices are up 28 per cent year-over-year, the second highest among major markets in Canada. Should Canada adopt the same real estate practice that is used in Australia? There is a company that allow you to rent out your backyard, and swimming pool. What is a Title Search? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamilton home prices are up 28 per cent year-over-year

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, gives us an update on what is happening in the local market, pointing to more conditional offers and fewer homes being sold. A new survey shows rising prices have crushed dreams of home ownership for many people in Ontario. With Ontario now in Step 3 of its reopening plan, open houses are once again allowed.  But will they be as popular as they once were? And Canada's luxury real estate market is on fire.  Can a foreign homebuyers' tax cool it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More conditional offers, and fewer homes being sold, in Hamilton-Burlington

In this edition the Golfi Real Estate Show - Hamilton Edition, Phil Golfi from REMAX Escarpment Realty, reflects on the June statistics from the Realtors Association of Hamilton-Burlington. We also discuss the likelihood, and impact, of a proposed vacant home tax in Hamilton and how a lack of homes is impacting prices. Also, Phil offers some advice on selling your home in a seller's market, and talks about who gets the house in a divorce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Golfi Podcast - July 10, 2021

Join hosts Rick Zamperin and Rob Golfi, Sales Representative with ReMax Escarpement Realty, the Golfi Team every Saturday at 9 a.m. for a discussion about the real estate industry.