My Montreal real estate blog which I call “One Good Earth” was created in honor of mother earth, this glorious earth which so generously and unconditionally nourishes and sustains us on this planet. When I think about the earth, I can’t help but reflect upon the beauty inherent in nature’s design. Nature’s bounty and abundance is evident everywhere we look…..
There’s so much wisdom and knowledge in the perfection of natural systems of which we still have little understanding……All I do know is that the time has come for us to rethink our relationship with nature and our place within the scheme of things. Modern civilization has progressed to the point where our constant expansion is having dire consequences on the planet’s ecosystems. Everything exists in relationship to the other and with the extinction of many species, we don’t yet understand that which we are breaking.
Real Estate makes up a huge portion of the built environment all across the world and sustainability is being discussed from countries to corporations to inspired individuals taking action to implement more sustainable choices. While this is all positive there seems to be this disconnect between our cityscape and the sense of nature that exists all around us. We’ve built our cities on an infrastructural base of concrete and asphalt, both of which are the worst materials in terms of their heat effect. How insane will the weather disruptions have to get before change is forced upon us. Can we be more proactive in our choices, finding solutions to some of the most plaguing problems on the planet like waste, energy efficiency and food production, conservation, etc….
My intention with this blog is to feature ideas, discussions and thoughts around companies, concepts and people that are attempting to tackle these issues. I hope you enjoy reading as much as I enjoyed sharing this with you.
To quote Albert Einstein on insanity, “To keep doing the same thing and expecting a different result is a form of insanity.” So if we’re not happy with the status quo of our planet and climate, it’s time to take action and figure out some solutions.
Best Places to Invest in Canadian Real Estate
Introduction
Real estate is a great way to grow your money and invest in the future. In Canada, you have many options for investing in real estate, but only some are the best places for long-term growth. This article will focus on the best cities to invest in real estate in Canada so that you can start planning your next big investment.
Montreal is the Best Canadian City to Invest in Real Estate
Montreal is a great city to live in. It's affordable, has a vibrant culture, and it's booming with new businesses. The food scene...
A Post About Nature's Real Estate
Today on the morning of Christmas eve, I felt compelled to write a post about nature's real estate. 99% of the time this blog talks about the built environment, bricks and mortars, the economy, and the market stats. Today is not only a time to gather with family, but an opportunity to reflect on the planet and the world at large, as well as our role in it.
Before I begin, I'd like to take this moment to wish all my clients, friends, neighbors and all of you out there, a very wonderful, joyous, holiday season,...
The Green Build Revolution: Transforming Real Estate with Greener Buildings
Photo by Beesmurf
The Green Build Revolution: Transforming Real Estate with Greener Buildings
The green build revolution is transforming the real estate industry, making buildings and homes more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. From green building standards to green building technologies, green building certification to green building incentives, green building is becoming the norm. In this blog, we will explore all aspects of green building and how it is transforming the real estate market.
Introduction to the Green Build Revolution
The green build revolution is a movement towards building structures that are more energy-efficient, reduce emissions,...
Photo by ®Bonnie Meisels
Highlights: Emerging Trends Report 2023 - by PWC & Urban Land Institute
Highlights: Emerging Trends Report 2023 by PWC & the Urban Land Institute:
The report is a whopping 109 pages long but worth the read. It goes into great detail and has tons of data on past market performance, inclusive of the market outlook for 2023. U.S. locations are classified as "Magnets, The Establishment, Niche, Backbone, and then further classified as Sun Belt, 18 hour cities, supernovas, etc .
These classifications are also ranked by location and property sector, and demand. It succeeds in identifying possible opportunities or waning...
