We are now full steam into 2010 and many people are beginning to think about buying or selling real estate. As you are making your plans, please consider the following points.
1. Interest rates are on the rise
Home buying has continued its hot streak from 2009 into 2010. Interest rates remain low and continue to pull buyers into the market. The threat of rising interest rates in ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on February 11, 2010
Halton Region is considering a bold plan that would declare even more of its land off limits to development. 6,000 hectares, now mostly covered by fields and woodlots, is what could be affected by this historic ruling set for December 16th. The plan is to protect Halton’s natural assets from urban sprawl by formally declaring the land a "natural heritage system."
“To determine the scope ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on December 14, 2009
Burlington Real Estate:
Sales in November = 248
Average Sale Price = $385,904
Days on the Market = 39
List to Sale Price Ratio = 98%
Oakville Real Estate:
Sales in November = 259
Average Sale Price = $594,494
Days on the Market = 32
Milton Real Estate:
Sales in November = 137
Average Sale Price = $363,264
Days on the Market = 23
If you would like to see sales ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on December 14, 2009
6390 15th Side Road, Halton Hills, Ontario - $1,250,000
Blissful country living on over 50 acres of prime treed land. 3500ft2 5 bedroom, 3 storey home located in the quiet community of Halton Hills. Spacious master with 2 walk in closets and walk out to 400ft2 deck. Cathedral ceilings in front foyer with sky lights, hardwood flooring, wood burning fireplace, and large European ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on December 11, 2009
As the Christmas season approaches, you may be looking for some festive activities to get you into the holiday spirit. Here is a list of events that you and your family can enjoy throughout the Hamilton-Burlington region. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Christmas at RuthvenNovember 1 – December 20www.ruthvenpark.ca/events.html
Hamilton Santa Claus ParadeNovember 14, 2 p.m.www.hamiltonsantaparade.com
Doorways ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on November 28, 2009
There's no need for the Ontario government to hold public hearings on its plan to harmonize the provincial sales tax with the GST next July, Premier Dalton McGuinty said Wednesday, adding that voters can pass judgment on the issue in the 2011 provincial election.
Basically, McGuinty is telling the public he plans to ram this tax down your throat whether you like it or not and it doesn’t matter ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on November 18, 2009
Sales Stats for October Sales Volume Average Days on Market Burlington 138 $57,001,040 ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on November 16, 2009
Effective July 1, 2010, home buyers and sellers will pay 8 per cent more on legal fees, appraisals, real estate commissions, home inspection fees, and moving costs, adding about $1,500 in new taxes to the average residential real estate transaction in Ontario.
For homeowners the HST will also add hundreds of dollars in additional tax on utility bills, such as gas, electricity and home heating fuel, ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on November 16, 2009
Looking for a home in the beautiful Burlington Orchard? Visit www.2101noviswy.com to see if this is what you have been looking for!
Stunning Orchard Home! 9’ ceilings in this beautifully renovated 2000ft2 Mattamy home. A spacious Master with updated ensuite and walk-in closet. 3 bed/3 bath. Kitchen with updated island and breakfast bar. Walk out from kitchen to landscaped backyard ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on November 6, 2009
Real estate statistics for October remain strong and show we are blasting out of the recession. Toronto, Oakville, Milton, Burlington and Hamilton markets are all showing significant increases in both units sold and average prices. Also, houses are staying on the market for shorter periods of time and sellers are getting close to their asking prices. Looking at the rate of which ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on October 15, 2009