Encouraging results for the month despite the news from around the worls. This is an indication that our markets remain strong. http://creastats.crea.ca/coll/
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on December 15, 2011
This is very thought provoking and it gets you toes tapping as well. Enjoy! http://youtu.be/jp_oyHY5bug
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on October 23, 2011
We all have our daily routine. What would it be like to make sure that during your daily routine you did something that made a difference in your community. What if we all did. Wouldn't it be a better place to live and work? Get out and make a difference.
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on September 9, 2011
Many people do not consider the work that is required to get their home ready for market. Some people go ahead and spend a lot of hard earned cash on renovations thinking they are going to get every dollar out. This is not always the case particularly if you purchased at market in the last 2 to 3 years. Check with a REALTOR® to see what work should be completed. Here is a small list to help you ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on August 12, 2011
This article is provided courtesy of the Canadian Real Estate Association. There are some important factors to consider when listing your home for sale or buying a home. This is one of the biggest monetary transactions you will be involved in. Make sure you have all the information. http://www.crea.ca/public/buying_selling/buying.htm
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on July 13, 2011
According to statistics from the Georgian Triangle Real Estate Board, 1 in 4 homes that are listed actually sell. These results to the end of May. This results in longer days on market and a larger selection for buyers to chose from. In 2010 this measure of performance increased to 1 in 3 towards the end of the year. All areas have seen a decline in units sold with the exception of Wasaga Beach which ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on June 11, 2011
Well the politicians have done it again. We are still in my opinion in a recovery phase and the opposition parties think they can do a better job. Do they think the spending all that money on an election campaign is prudent in the eyes of the electorate? I for one don't think so. With all that is going on in this world why wouldn't they suck it up and work together. That's just my opinion.
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on March 27, 2011
By all accounts Earth Hour was a success again this year. I looked out of my front window and was impressed that the Town of Collingwood had turned out the lights on the town clock. The street lights were still blazing but I guess for safety, that might not work. The sugns around town were brightly illuminated. I didn't hop in my car to check it out as that would have been counter Earth Hour. Congratulations ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on March 27, 2011
The United Way of South Georgian Bay is looking for volunteers to fill a number of positions on the board and various committees. You can call me at 1-705-429-2121 or email douglas.fraser@century21.ca for more information. Our new strategic alliance with the United way of Greater Simcoe County has provided us with great opportunities to rebuild. Come join us at the LE Shore Library on Bruce Street ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on March 27, 2011
Interesting article on the future of interest rates in Canada. This article puts things into prospective. We are not in the same predicament as our neighbours to the south but there is concern that continued low interest rates and longer amortization periods will tempt homeowners to raise their already high debt levels. This may be OK as long as rates are low but could cause hardships ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on January 14, 2011