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Everyone has information that needs to be disposed of in a safe, secure manner. Saturday May 2nd Century 21 Advantage and ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on April 13, 2009
From Stats
The rush to sell is slowing down in Red Deer Alberta, and the real estate activity remains strong however the real story is the impact of supply and demand. The demand for housing is closer to 2004 levels today, and a mere 52% of the record demand of 2007.
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Red Deer MLS March Stats
New Listings
Sales
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Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on April 4, 2009
Spring has sprung, well mostly it has sprung, OK it should be springing any moment.
It's time to start looking at houses if you are planning a move this spring or early summer.
Century 21 Advantage is hosting April is Open House Month.
From LOGOS
Come in and talk to one of our associates during an open house in the month of April and you could win 2,100 Air Miles!! ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on March 31, 2009
Last week in real estate was another steady week. Friday was a highlight on the financing front when it was annouced by mortgage brokers the 5 year rate was available at 3.99%.
Yes 5 year mortgage at 3.99%!! Wow record low rates combined with excellent selection and buyer negotiating ability makes for an ideal time to buy real estate. Today I spoke with Scott at Regional Mortgagevia ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on March 24, 2009
March continues to roll along following the increase in volume that occurred in February.
Weekly Numbers:
We noticed a slow down in the number of listings coming on. This is a positive sign for sellers already on the market, they enjoy the decrease in competition. This is not a trend yet we shall continue to monitor the weekly movement as well as monthly.
March at a glance:
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Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on March 18, 2009
A few green spirited Century Twenty Oners at the office today.
Maybe it's because my name is Patrick, but I think St.Patrick's day is a great day.
Your Friend in Real Estate,
Patrick Galesloot
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on March 17, 2009
Weekly Sales numbers in Red Deer, AB. jump 30% from the previous week.
Weekly Stats
# Listings
# Sales
Dec.29/08-Jan. 4/09
14
7
Jan. 5-Jan. 11
47
11
Jan. 12-Jan. 18
69
7
Jan. 19-Jan. 25
63
23
Jan. 25-Feb. 01
67
21
Feb. 2-Feb. 8
90
27
Feb. ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on February 18, 2009
Yesterday AREA (the Alberta Real Estate Association) installed the board of directors for 2009. I'm pleased to announce that Janice Resch is one of them. Janice Resch is part owner of Century 21 Advantage, a company that has deep family roots for her. Janice has been active with the Red Deer Real Estate Board now called CARA (Central Alberta Realtors Association) for years and served ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on January 29, 2009
My earlier blog post I asked you 4 questions and to email me your thoughts. http://www.century21.ca/patrick.galesloot/Blog/2008_Red_Deer_Real_Estate_Market
Where do you see house prices going long term?
How long do you plane to live in that house?
Should you wait?
Can you afford to wait to buy based on past price trends?
In follow up I received comments that got me thinking some more about ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on January 24, 2009
The numbers are in and we've been reviewing the 2008 Red Deer real estate market quite a bit here at Century 21 Advantage.
Quite a journey it has been with highs and lows in financial markets, and changes to price frequently. There were a lot of sales in the City of Red Deer. The graphs below are compiled form MLS data provided by the Central Alberta Realtors Association.
The ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on January 18, 2009