January 2010 
There are 5 blog entries for January 2010.
Capitol Hill Video Open House
$410,000
Great things come in small packages! You will be amazed by the meticulous care and use of space in this character home, located steps from the coveted Confederation Park in Capitol Hill. Dare to compare this home to others of similar size or larger. The kitchen has been updated with granite counter tops, new cupboard to maintain the character of the home yet exploiting the modern necessities with plenty of storage and updated appliances. Original, gleaming hardwood floors and new paint welcomes you to this home. In the basement you’ll find a large size family room, bedroom, full bath, laundry/storage and office area. Plenty of storage is neatly hidden away. Some of the extensive renovations includes: new windows, new wiring, new…
Calgary is Canada's Most Attractive City!
OTTAWA - Calgary, Vancouver and Ottawa were among Canada's largest cities that made it to the ‘A' list in terms of places that are attractive to migrants, according to a study released Wednesday.
Some of the smaller locales to make it into the top tier in this report from the Conference Board of Canada included Waterloo, Ont., Richmond Hill, Ont., and St. John's, N.L.
"Cities that fail to attract new people will struggle to stay prosperous and vibrant," Mario Lefebvre, the board's director of municipal studies, said in a statement.
The cities were assessed in the following categories: society, health, economy, environment, education, innovation and housing.
Vancouver was lauded for its warm climate and "young, diverse, and multicultural…
Interest Rates Remain the Same!
The Bank of Canada won't raise interest rates to cool the country's hot housing market, a spokesman said Monday, preferring to leave any tinkering to the country's Finance Minister.
“Some observers – those who see a housing bubble forming – have said that since low interest rates have stimulated housing market activity, the Bank should now raise interest rates to dampen that activity,” deputy governor Timothy Lane wrote in a speech delivered by an adviser on his behalf in Edmonton. “But that poses a problem.”
Existing-home sales are up 73 per cent year-over-year, while prices have climbed nearly 20 per cent as buyers take advantage of historically low interest rates to finance purchases.
Those who fear a bubble worry that many people are…
Recovery Continues in the Calgary Real Estate Market
Statistics released by the Calgary Real Estate Board indicates that the Calgary housing market continues to show signs of sustained recovery.
Sales of single family homes in Calgary have increased by a 78 per cent over the same time a year ago in December. Condominium transactions have also been keeping up with an increase of 66 per cent compared to twelve months ago in the Calgary real estate market.
Bonnie Wegerich, president of the Calgary Real Estate Board has said that - “What a difference a year makes. Undoubtedly the recovery in Calgary’s housing market came sooner than expected this past year. Pent up demand by first time buyers, record low mortgage rates and improved affordability have helped bolster the Calgary market in…
Location, Location, Location, Home Style
The phrase, "location, location, location" has become a cliché in the real estate industry, but that is only because it is true. No one wants to live in Cracksville. However, many people who are looking for a home have the choice of many neighbourhoods where bars on the window are not in fashion and the question is, 'should I choose the neighbourhood I like or the home I like'?
A good neighbourhood is one thing, but a neighbourhood that's good for you is another. For parents, a 'good neighbourhood' may be one with parks, good schools and low traffic streets. For people who enjoy a lot of get-togethers with friends, a neighbourhood with plenty of nightlife, restaurants and other social opportunities may be a 'good neighbourhood'. For pet owners,…
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