Let's Talk Water 🤔💧

Global Recognition. Local Expertise.

L E T ' S T A L K W A T E R .

Last year in March I was on Lake Powell with Tam on a houseboat watching and listening as Covid 19 spread ferociously across the globe. I wrote a short blog on “space” being the new luxury ; not outer space but the space around us and the distance (now a common term, “social distance”) we needed to keep between us and the next person. This has spread to people wanting to keep space between them and their neighbours. As soon as we returned home, the Real Estate market went berserk with people wanting a bigger home, more property and rural locations outside of major city centres.

Fast forward to a year later, I have had my second vaccine along with many of you reading this and the world, as we know it, is returning to normal…. make that a “new normal”.

With this new normal there are new threats and new issues and of course new “luxuries” to consider. Last month the

latest Engel & Völkers Global Guide

or GG magazine was published, printed and delivered to our Shops around the world.

It’s about WATER, who has it, who doesn’t and what one man and his organization are doing about it.

Today’s luxury is …water.

We have a listing that is more relevant today than it was yesterday, last month or last year.

Kolapore Springs in the Canadian, Collingwood, Blue Mountains side of “The Great Lakes” is a natural wonder where 9 fresh water springs flow untouched out of the ground at a mother earth temperature of 46 degrees F. This water flows to a fish hatchery that raises Fresh Water Trout species. The water then flows to a small lake, then runs to an outlet where 5,000 litres per hour make its way to the water shed, eventually finding its way to Georgian Bay, Lake Huron 20 km away.

And did you know about the water problems at Hoover Dam ? This is a very interesting read and I encourage you to sit, have a cup of coffee and read this article.

We take water for granted. We drink it, we bath in it, we wash our car and water the lawn with it, we flush it, we waste it. How much of it do we have? Who has it, who doesn’t? Who wants it? Who owns it? Will we fight over it one day? Will it be the next OIL?

They search for water on other planets(or history of it ) because it means Life..... or that life existed.

Yes, WATER is THE NEW LUXURY.....think about it as you are brushing your teeth, showering or simply turning on the tap for a cool, refreshing gulp of H2O.

-Max

Note; On April 26, Collingwood town council passed an interim control bylaw that prohibits any new construction of housing based on the Town not having enough treated water to service the needs of the Town population.

The one-year moratorium was suggested and passed by Town Staff because the water treatment plant is running out of capacity for new development. (Stayner in Clearview has the same problem and is restricting development for the foreseeable future).

Please make sure to check our GG Magazine section, as well as our designing tips and take a look at our Private Residences Summer edition book, by clicking on the "View entire message" at the bottom of the page.

GRAB YOUR PADDLE!

From kayaking down the Beaver River, a family paddle in Harrison Park, sea kayaking on Georgian Bay to stand up paddling (SUP) along the shores north of Owen Sound, Grey County offers a wide variety of paddling opportunities.

A REAL ESTATE COMPANY THAT GIVES BACK.

This year we have decided to support three magnificent organizations that are near and dear to our hearts, Special Olympics and the Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS) and The Living Wish Foundation.

We proudly donate a portion of our income from real estate sales to all three of these organizations.

As you probably know, Special Olympics has impacted the lives of its athletes in profound ways, most notably in building self confidence, friendships and self-esteem.

The GTHS is a non-profit charity that operates an animal center serving the South Georgian Bay region by providing shelter for homeless animals and adopting them to caring families.

The Living Wish Foundation is devoted to making the world a better place helping terminally ill patients re-frame hope and realize their dreams.

And remember… Your Referrals Help Continue the Life Changing Work by Special Olympics, The GTHS and The Living Wish Foundation!

This is where you come in… If you or anyone you know is considering making a move, we would like to offer a FREE No Obligation to Sell Consultation.

Simply call me direct at 705-441-5800 or forward my number on.

LOCAL MARKET DATA.

The Southern Georgian Bay region comprises two distinctive markets.

Home sales in the Western Region, which includes Wasaga Beach, Clearview Township, Collingwood, The Blue Mountains, the Municipality of Meaford, and Grey Highlands, numbered 287 units in June 2021. This was a decline of 8.9% from June 2020.

Home sales in the West ern Region were 15.9% above the five-year average and 19% above the 10-year average for the month of June.

On a year-to-date basis, home sales in the Western Region numbered a record 1,544 units over the first six months of the year. This was up sharply by 62.9% from the same period in 2020.

Take a look at the breakdown by municipal area.

If you would like to know what does all of this mean to you as you are considering selling or buying, simply give me a call or send me an email and I'll be happy to help.

There is no cost or obligation on your part to have an initial meeting and go over what is important to you, what are your needs and wants. As everyone's situation is different, it would be my pleasure to offer you my expertise and advice.

☎️ 705-441-5800
📧 max.hahne@evrealestate.com

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FEATURED LISTING.

Near Beautiful Sandy Beaches

Southampton, ON

3 Beds | 4 Baths | 2,560 sq.ft.

OFFERED AT $1,399,000

Luxurious, modern and exquisite with high-end finishes from top to bottom. This incredible property will not disappoint. Whether you chose to go and explore the beautiful sandy beaches in Saugeen Shores or decide to pamper in your spa-like ensuite bathroom or entertain in the incredible outdoor space this property will check all of your boxes.

Visit the Listing Page for full details.

NEW LISTINGS.

Ideal Location & Excellent Condition

Collingwood, ON

4 Beds | 2 Baths

Offered at $649,900

All brick bungalow. Easy walk to Cameron elementary school or highschools. Cozy gas fireplace in family room. Private deck. Fully fenced yard. Obvious pride of ownership. Central air conditioning. Come see this Collingwood gem today!

Visit the Listing Page for full details.

Privacy & Space, but Close to Town.

Meaford, ON

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 20 Acres

Offered at $1,395,000

If you have been searching for acreage, a large shop and home, this is a beautiful property that checks all three of these wants.

Visit the Listing Page for full details.

SOLD LISTINGS.

Fresh Air And Rural Living.

Congratulations to June and Ray on the sale of this magnificent log home. It was a pleasure assisting you through this journey and now onto finding you a bungalow with a garage/shop.

Island Paradise.

Parry Sound, ON

Listed with The Phillips Team, Engel & Volkers Parry Sound Brokerage and Sold by Max Hahne. The happy couple is busy clearing trails, raking the beach, installing a dock.... on their Georgian Bay island paradise!

It is thanks to the relationships we build and the culture we create that we are able to connect people and help them find a place they can call Home!⠀Congratulations to all parties involved.

If you want to know more about the services we provide, please reach out!

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TESTIMONIALS.

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NOTEWORTHY READS.

Affordability and More Space Are Strong Draws for Canadian Home Shoppers, but Rising Prices and Low Inventories Remain Challenging.

Cision

Rising home prices have two-thirds of Canadians worried they won’t be able to afford the home they want in the future and are keeping many from breaking into the market today. Many individuals have adjusted to changes that have them re-thinking where, and how, they live.

These 15 Ontario Cities Will Give You The Best Home Value.

*Both Grey Bruce-Owen Sound and Southern Georgian Bay made the list.

Dailyhive

Ontario can seem like a tough province to find affordable real estate in, but if you know what cities to focus on, there are plenty that offer great home values.

DESIGNING TIPS.

Five Tips for Using Statement Pieces to Elevate a Space.

A statement furniture piece not only draws people into a room but also sets the tone of a home and the personality of your interior. From an extravagant dining table to a chic mirror, the right piece can breathe life into any room and elevate it from “nice” to “spectacular”.

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GTHS.

Puppy Play Group.

Play is an important part of a puppy’s social development and a critical period in your dogs socialization between the ages of 8-16 weeks of age.

The GTHS is offering Puppy playgroup sessions so your beloved pups can have fun in a safe environment while developing inter-species communication skills.

Click HERE to find out more.

GG MAGAZINE.

“Treat the ocean as if your life depends on it, because it does.”

Sylvia Earle.

Sylvia Earle is the guardian angel of the oceans. The famous marine scientist has dedicated her life to their protection and, at 85 years old, is going stronger than ever. Her message: “The time is now! Because our survival depends on it.”

She’s as skilled an oceanographer as she is a compelling storyteller, and she packs her message in soundbites that stick in the mind with slogans like: “No water, no life. No blue, no green,” and, even more succinctly: “No ocean, no us.”

Click here to read more about Earles efforts.

Read The Full GG Digital Copy

REAL ESTATE BOOKS

I have also been busy using my 35+ years of real estate experience to write a few books that you may enjoy. Click on the images below to get your FREE copy

A New Life Awaits: A Boomer's Guide to Finding Your Next Home.

Selling Secrets You Can't Afford to Miss.

Find the Home of Your Dreams Without Overpaying.

Home Improvements that Improve Values.

PRIVATE RESIDENCES | SUMMER 2021.

Summer is here and the real estate market is as hot as the rising temperatures across the Americas, which means it’s time for Engel & Völkers’ newest edition of Private Residences. Our network has gathered a diverse collection of exquisite properties that are sure to impress.

Click HERE to read the full digital copy.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

We are so grateful for having the opportunity over the decades to help families sell or buy the place they call home and in the process we have met some of the most wonderful, loving, caring people sharing the same values we do!

"We link together the aspirations of discerning individuals around the world, be it in a private or a business context. With total passion."

Thank you very much for your continued support over the years.