As our population grows, especially with the number of new comers to the county coming in through the New Brunswick PNP, we are seeing an increased demand for small businesses. One of the issues facing us is that small businesses, while in the price range of many perspective buyers are set up such that the owner works in the business and is not a manager. So, if you do not have the skill ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on May 12, 2009
There were two big announcements in the City today. The first was the announcement of the second big concert coming to The Hill" this summer. This is the first time Metro has hosted two major concerts in one summer. A really big undertaking but it will pump millions into the local economy in spin-offs. Each big concert allows the City to put more money into infrastructure ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on May 4, 2009
I want to feature this home in case one of you know or want to become a landlord. This is an ideal property to rent to Ude M students. It has been extensively renovated and is within walking distance to the University. It has 4 bedrooms and lots of living space. It would easily accommodate 4 students.
Here is a side view of the property plus a few interior shots as well. ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 30, 2009
Here are a few examples how REALTORS(r) have been working behind the scenes to lobby the federal government to protect the rights of consumers, and the real estate industry in general:
1981 - present: Advocating policies that ensures real estate property rights and ownership has always been part of CREA's mission statement. CREA led the private sector campaign to include the protection ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 30, 2009
I recently returned from Political Action Committee (PAC) meetings in Ottawa. At these meetings we were given a great deal of information about the work that CREA does as it pertains to the national agenda. I will share some of this information with you over the next few blogs. I was impressed by all that they do to help all Canadians enjoy a better quality of life. I think ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 29, 2009
Here is a link to a really cool video that will really make you think about technology and its impact on the world's society. Even if you think you are on top of all that's taking place in the world today, I think you will find this interesting:
Enjoy: www.century21.ca/didyouknow/
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 22, 2009
Sorry folks - a bit late, but the sentiment is still there. Regardless of your faith, and if Easter means anything other than lots of chocolate, I hope you had an opportunity to spend it with family and friends. In our fast paced life, we often skip that part and we never get a chance to do it twice.
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 13, 2009
I was very fortunate to be invited, along with 3 other bloggers, to have breakfast with Mr. Robert Bell, co-founder of the Intelligent Community Forum, and some of the staff from City Hall. It was an amazing couple of hours and I left very pleased to have been invited. There are some very exciting things happening in Metro and some of the technology being developed is amazing.
Here ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 10, 2009
Ok everyone - it's crunch time. On Wednesday and Thursday of this week, Mr. Robert Bell, co-founder of the Intelligent Community Foundation, will be in our fair City finalizing the choice for Most Intelligent City.
He will be having breakfast on Wednesday with community leaders and business people at the Capital Theatre and then spends the balance of the day touring local businesses and ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 7, 2009
I have just received March's numbers and as we have been saying, as the weather warms up, so is the market.
The month of March was up 1% in volume over March 2008, and we are now only 13% lower on our year to date numbers - a gain of 8% fro the end of February so we are going in the right direction in a hurry! It is also interesting to note that the prices have rebounded - great news for the ...
Posted by Paul Burns
on April 2, 2009