Real Estate Activity is on the rise!
Talk to a few Realtors and you and the response will be that there is in fact more action in the market place.
The numbers also reflect that as noted above. There was an increase in listings as well as sales.
The weather on the weekend was fantastic. That may have something to do with the amount of traffic I witnessed at 38 Overand Place. ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 10, 2009
The results of the survey are in. Last week I asked the question should you buy now. The consensus was that now was a good time to buy, and if you could you would. Here is the break Down:
1) Which best describes your real estate outlook?
I bought recently, no plans to move 22.2% I would buy if I knew this was the bottom 33.3% I would buy if I could sell my home 33.3%
I ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 9, 2009
Red Deer Realtor named #2 Sales Representative for Century 21 Canada
Red Deer AB sales associate Dale Devereaux with CENTURY 21 Advantage, was named the #2 sales associate for sales by Century 21 Canada. "CENTURY 21 Advantage is pleased to recognize Dale Devereaux with this honor. He is a leader and innovator, empowering local homebuyers and sellers with valuable information, helping them to make ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 9, 2009
If you didn't get a chance to stop by in person, we have some video here for you.
For more on this home visit www.38OverandPlace.com
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 8, 2009
Looking back at 2008 in real estate in Red Deer.
2008 Red Deer Real Estate Market
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Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 8, 2009
Here are the weekly numbers:
The blue shaded areas represent homes that did not sell and are still available. We like to see that gap closer if you are selling. The bigger the gap the stronger the "buyers" market. You can see that sales were sluggish to start January 2009. Not to surprising given the doom and gloom in the air. Afterwards we had President Obama inauguration ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 6, 2009
Although I believe my knowledge covers all(!), I will limit it to Red Deer Real Estate for this blog. The market is not as volatile as the media would have you believe. Sellers are not dropping their prices rapidly and buyers are searching for their interpretation of value...this is how the market works almost all the time.
First question: Should I buy now? Answer: If not now...when? Everyone ...
Posted by Richard Pochylko
on February 6, 2009
We have quite a Century 21 family of Realtors. I connect online with a great Realtor in the Okanagan by the name of Brenda Ellis (a.k.a Brell). Brell suggested sharing market stats, I suggested using Google Docs, and here it is. Two Realtors who love our Real Estate and love looking at the numbers. Brell has suggested that other Century 21 associates join us, I think that is ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 5, 2009
First time buyers can be eligible for money back on closing costs. A credit of up to $750 to cover closing costs, such as legal fees, title insurance and deed transfer taxes. This credit covers 15 per cent of eligible closing costs, up to a maximum of $5,000. As well, the amount first-time buyers can withdraw from their RRSPs for a down payment has been increased from $20,000 to $25,000, the first ...
Posted by Tara Devereaux
on February 4, 2009
Thank You Central Alberta!
Red Deer and Area we are thankful to have been given the opportunity to work with you and serve your real estate needs. 2008 we were the number one company in Red Deer for getting Listings Sold. More homes in Red Deer sold with a Century 21 Advantage sign than any other company. We thank you. because of you we have been awarded the following honors. ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 4, 2009