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It is not just a century home issue, one clean lab result does not clear an attic, and "just leave it alone" only works if nobody ever touches the roof.

Vermiculite in Your Attic at a Glance

• Vermiculite insulation was sold in bags at hardware stores, so it can turn up in any home built or renovated before about 1990, not just century homes.
• Much of it came from a mine contaminated with asbestos. Health Canada says to assume it may contain asbestos.
• One clean lab test does not clear an attic. Asbestos sits in pockets, and attics were often filled with mixed bags over the years.
• "Leave it...

By Jason Steele, RE/MAX Four Seasons

Key Takeaways

• Saugeen Shores is a buyer's market this fall, with 65 days on market and 12 months of inventory.
• The Bank of Canada is holding at 2.25%, with the next announcement on October 28.
• Homes priced right from day one sell at or above the area average. Overpriced listings go stale and sell for less.
• The Bluewater lands debate shows why buyers deserve the full picture on zoning before they buy.

Where the Market Stands Right Now

Seven straight holds. The Bank of Canada kept its rate at 2.25% on September 2, and it hasn't moved since October 2025....

 If you’ve been watching the Saugeen Shores real estate market lately, you’ve probably noticed something interesting. Some homes sell quickly. Others sit. Same town. Similar price ranges. Similar square footage. So what’s the difference? It’s Not Just the Market It’s easy to blame “the market.” But that’s rarely the full story. In Port Elgin and Southampton right now, buyers are active — just selective. They are comparing: Condition Layout Lot size Location Days on market Price vs value The homes that sell fast check enough boxes. The homes that sit are usually missing one critical...

The Saugeen Shores market has shifted.

Not crashed.
Not collapsed.
Shifted.

And if you’re a homeowner thinking about selling, understanding that shift is everything.

What’s Actually Happening?

We are no longer in the 2022 environment.

Back then:

• Interest rates were historically low

• Buyers were emotional

• Inventory was tight

• Bidding wars were common

Today:

• Interest rates are higher

• Buyers are cautious

• Inventory has increased

• Negotiation is back

That changes pricing psychology.

Homes are still selling.
But they are not selling the same way.

Buyers have options. They are...

Welcome to Unlocking Home – The Jason Steele Blog

Welcome to the place where real estate meets real life — right here in Port Elgin, Saugeen Shores, and across Bruce County. I’m Jason Steele, and this isn’t your average real estate blog. It’s real talk, local insight, and practical tips from someone who’s been helping families make smart moves here since 2006.

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