Mountains meet, rivers converge and citizens come together in Castlegar, BC. This small city with big heart overflows with natural beauty and abundant community spirit, making for a warm welcome when visitors arrive.
The city’s down-to-earth feeling mingles with cultural flare, giving focus to its natural history and heritage. In addition, the diverse range of adventure recreation ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on December 13, 2011
Mortgage applications increased 10.3% this past week as more homeowners refinanced existing mortgages or took advantage of lower interest rates to buy homes.
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on November 10, 2011
Having trouble reading this email? Click here to view Daily Rate Updates in CENTUM OnlineOffice. Daily Rate Update* Rates Effective as at: October 5, 2011 Prime Rate: 3.00% Qualifying Rate: 5.19%
Financial Institution
3 Yr
5 Yr
7 Yr
10 Yr
5 Yr Variable
CENTUM Primo**
2.69
3.19
5.65
4.99
2.60
First National
3.29
3.39
4.49
4.79
2.70
FirstLine
3.29
3.59
4.59
4.89
2.85
HomeTrust
3.59
3.59
N/A
N/A
2.80
ING
3.29
3.64
4.49
4.79
2.80
MCAP
3.69
3.39
4.79
4.99
2.90
Scotia ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on October 5, 2011
Many consumers consider selling their home directly but eventually turn to REALTORS®. Smart home sellers realize they need the expertise in pricing their home, making connections with REALTORS® working with buyers, arranging and staffing open houses, and coordinating with other professionals in the sales process.
Only about half of all real estate agents are REALTORS® - the top half, ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on September 19, 2011
All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®. They proudly display the REALTOR "®" logo on the business card or other marketing and sales literature. REALTORS® are committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly. REALTORS® subscribe to a strict code of ethics ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on September 19, 2011
The foot of snow outside your door brings many thoughts to mind: the glistening outdoor scene, great skiing conditions, and strained back muscles from shoveling it all off your driveway!
But, shoveling doesn't have to be back-breaking work – just be smart, use the right equipment and try to have fun! The following tips will help you clear the drive pain-free and leave you time to enjoy ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on January 20, 2011
Daily Rate Update*
Rates Effective as at: January 18, 2011 Prime Rate: 3.00% Qualifying Rate: 5.19%
Financial Institution
3 Yr
5 Yr
7 Yr
10 Yr
5 Yr Variable
CENTUM Primo**
2.99
3.49
5.40
5.95
2.35
Concentra
3.60
3.94
N/A
N/A
3.00
First National
3.60 ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on January 18, 2011
“Next month will mark the passage of one year since the national average price rebounded from the recessionary trough to return to the pre-recession peak, so the rise in the national average price is expected to be more subdued next month,” said CREA Chief Economist Gregory Klump. “The national average price could potentially be skewed higher over the next couple of months if buyers ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on May 15, 2010
Excess steam produced at the Zellstoff Celgar mill in Castlegar is now being used to generate large amounts of electricity for BC Hydro.
The Crown corporation has signed a 10-year agreement to purchase power from the mill's cogeneration facility, which is capable of producing 238 gigawatt-hours of electricity each year.
That's enough to power roughly 20,000 homes.
"I believe that renewable energy ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on January 16, 2010
December Home Sales Second Highest on Record
2009 – In Like a Lamb, Out Like a Lion
Vancouver, BC – January 12, 2010. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) residential sales in the province climbed 132 per cent to 5,703 units in December compared to the same month last year. More homes were sold last ...
Posted by Greg Gritchin
on January 15, 2010