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Interest Rates Set to Increase in June

April 21st, 2010

Interest Rates Remain Stable, Set to Increase in June

We've dodged another interest rate rise - at least for now. The Bank of Canada, who determines the cost for banks borrowing money from each other (called the overnight lending rate), has decided to keep their rate steady at the record low of 0.25%... for now. These super low interest rates have been largely responsible for the Canadian ec ...

Edmonton is a Strong Investment

April 20th, 2010
Edmonton: a Great Place to Invest In Real Estate!


Here is an interesting article about a real estate investor's confidence in the Edmonton market.  The president of the Real Estate Investment Network, Don Campbell, says that Edmonton will be one of the fastest growing economies and populations in Canada over the next decade.  See the full article in the Edmonton Journal at: http://bit.ly/9a ...

49 4610 17 Avenue, Edmonton, AB

April 19th, 2010

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 49 4610 17 Avenue, Edmonton, AB

GORGEOUS UPGRADES! Beautiful, brand new upgrades including new white kitchen cabinets, new laminate flooring and new ceramic tile flooring, some new or newer appliances. Main floor laundry. Over 1,200 sq ft above ground - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, extra bedroom or family room in the basement. Balcony off the master ...

New Listings, Sunshine and Optimism!

April 17th, 2010

Increasing listings = Better selection

The trend in Edmonton of more listings available seems to be consistent across the country. A record number of new listings in the first quarter shows that homeowners finally have confidence to sell their homes, and with low interest rates, buyers are in an absolutely fabulous market to buy!

Here is the latest news release from The Canadian Real Estate ...

2015 126 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

April 14th, 2010

I just finished uploading this House for sale, 2015 126 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

LUXURIOUS & IMMACULATE! Spectacular, spacious and spotless 2,265 square foot home with $40,000 of upgrades that are sure to impress even the most discerning of tastes. Exotic parana hardwood flooring. GOURMET CHEF'S KITCHEN with top-of-the-line Wolf, Subzero and Miele appliances (over $19,000 value), oversize is ...

Rising Mortgage Rates Spur Market Activity

April 7th, 2010
Rising Mortgage Rates Spur Market Activity 

The latest news release from the REALTORS Association of Edmonton just came out (see below).  The most significant figures are that average selling prices are up from last year by 10%!  Rising interest rates and the CMHC rule changes are spurring many buyers and sellers to make their move now, and the market IS moving!  Once interest rates rise, ...

6016 37B Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta

April 5th, 2010

I just finished uploading this House for sale, 6016 37B Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta

SPACIOUS & SPECTACULAR! Expect to be impressed by this bright, clean and functional family home. Over 2,200 square feet plus a fully-finished basement. 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths. Main floor family room, main floor bedroom, second floor loft. Extensive attention to energy efficiency in this home: 2x6 construction ...