I know there are different customs and practices in this world and I don't want to offend. At this time of year I would normally celebrate Christmas. Wishing some one Merry Christmas would not necessarily be appropriate. I would just like to wish everyone Peace and Happiness and all the best for the New Year!. I think that translates into any language and every religion. All the Best
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on December 24, 2010
Recent conversations have revealed the there is still some confusion about HST and the sale of real estate. Some members of the public think that HST is payable on the sale price of a home. There are some transactions that will require further investigation but, for the resale of a personal home, HST is not payable on the sale price.
HST is payable on legal fees, home inspection fees and commissions. ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on November 16, 2010
I hope that all of us took the time to Remember those who fought to keep our country free. I know that my father was in the Paratroopers during WW2. He never spoke about what went on when he was dropped behind enemy lines other than some funny things that happened. We were able to search through the National Archives to see where he may have gone. It is all still guarded and some of the reports are ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on November 11, 2010
Many articles have been written indicating that people should buy before the HST launches the first of July. Although there will be an increase in the cost of buying a home, the increase will not be that significant unless you are buying a newly constructed home over $400,000.
If you are in the market for a home you still have to find the one that fits your criteria. Don't lose sight of your wants ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on March 7, 2010
The United Way of South Georgian Bay continues to provide valuable support to 11 Partner Agencies in the Georgian Triangle area.
These Partners include in no specific order;Home Horizon Georgian Triangle; Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Georgian Triangle; Breaking Down Barriers; Canadian National Institute for the Blind; Community Action Program for Children Young Parent Resource Room; Community ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on March 5, 2010
The Mayor's New Year's Levee was overflowing with friends and supporters who came to witness the presentation of the Order of Collingwood and the Companion of the Order of Collingwood. Although there was a great spread of sandwiches, veggie and fruit trays and of course deserts, the attraction was for the recipients chosen for their outstanding volunteer contributions to improve social, cultural ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on January 11, 2010
Well the year closed out with some impressive results. The total sales volume for the Georgian Triangle area was $484,646,974 for the year ended December 31, 2009 as compared to $441,044,393 in 2008 or an improvement of 9.89%. The sales to listing ratio also improved from 28.67% for 2008 to 31.61% for 2009. Lower interest rates and the feeling that the worst was over fueled demand in the ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on January 9, 2010
Ottawa — Reuters Published on Sunday, Dec. 06, 2009 10:57AM EST Last updated on Sunday, Dec. 06, 2009 4:56PM EST from the Globe and Mail
The Bank of Canada is widely expected to keep its hands off interest rates Tuesday, holding them at near zero and committing to do so until at least July, despite growing evidence the economy is kicking back to life.
Fears of ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on December 8, 2009
The Canadian Real Estate Association issued the results for the 3rd quarter and they are very positive! This provides comfort to those who are currently home owners and those interested in getting into the market. Its a good read. Enjoy! http://creastats.crea.ca/natl/index.htm
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on October 15, 2009
Well September results were higher than the same month last year. It was only marginally higher though with the monthly list to sell ratio softening from 45.88 to 33.69. The softening in the list to sell ratio is the result of more listings over last year. The sales successes of June, July and August brought out some of the Sellers that were sitting on the fence.
It is encouraging that the sales ...
Posted by Douglas Fraser
on October 1, 2009