Just sold this listing: "Beautiful sunny south facing executive condo on the 20th floor! Located in the fully loaded Vetro building, which is steps from 17th Ave, the Stampede grounds, Saddle Dome, LRT station - THIS UNIT HAS IT ALL! Boasting an open floorplan which separates two generously sized bedrooms, each with walk-in closet and ensuite making it ideal for a roommate! Quartz counter tops, hardwood floor, stainless steel appliances, insuite laundry, titled parking, storage locker...the lis ...
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Just added this listing: "BEAUTIFULLY UPGRADED HOME with Finished Basement, Double Attached Garage and a Huge Deck! Step inside to a spacious entrance, which leads to a generously sized living room with built-in wall unit. From there you'll be pleased to see a large dining room (can easily accomodate 8) and an open kitchen featuring gorgeous black granite, stainless steel appliances, elegant backsplash and pantry. This home also boasts a mudroom off the garage entrance with main floor laundry a ...
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Just added this listing: "Welcome to the Copa building in MARDA LOOP! This beautifully laid out 1 bed, 1 bath has everything you could want in a condo. From the entrance you'll be impressed by the generously sized living room with gas fireplace for those cozy nights at home. Next you will be pleased to see a spacious dining area which opens into a beautiful kitchen with sharp cabinetry and appliances. From there you will find a crisp, clean bathroom and the ample bedroom (big enough for a king ...
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Just added this listing: "This beautiful home has undergone extensive renovations and is now ready for its new owner! Upstairs you'll find an open living room next to an "entertainers" kitchen complete with new stainless steel appliances, granite counters, new cabinetry, under-mount lighting and gorgeous designer tile backsplash. Upstairs you'll also find a huge master bedroom which allows for a variety of layouts complete with tons of closet space and built-in organizers. Lastly a beautifully ...
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Just added this listing: "Beautiful sunny south facing executive condo on the 20th floor! Located in the fully loaded Vetro building, which is steps from 17th Ave, the Stampede grounds, Saddle Dome, LRT station - THIS UNIT HAS IT ALL! Boasting an open floorplan which separates two generously sized bedrooms, each with walk-in closet and ensuite making it ideal for a roommate! Quartz counter tops, hardwood floor, stainless steel appliances, insuite laundry, titled parking, storage locker...the li ...
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Here's an article from Business Insider with research from the Economist. It goes through the 12 most overpriced housing markets in the world. Based on their parameters (rental vs prices) Canada doesn't rank!
http://www.businessinsider.com/the-12-most-overpriced-housing-markets-in-the-world-2011-3#12-denmark-1
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at Wed, 09 Mar 2011 12:49:22 -0700
Article from the Globe & Mail indicating national average home prices have been increasing which has raised caution flags that a bubble may be looming. I personally haven't seen prices go up on a case-by-case basis, but I have seen competing offers and sale prices close or above list prices.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/mortgages/home-prices-nearing-bubble-territory-but-cool-off-expected/article1929806/
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at Fri, 04 Mar 2011 16:46:41 -0700
Here's an article from the Globe and Mail outlining 4 key factors that drive real estate, above and beyond supply and demand.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/mortgages/four-key-factors-that-drive-the-real-estate-market/article1917181/
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at Fri, 25 Feb 2011 12:10:05 -0700
CMHC is predicting home prices to match inflation, despite recent mortgage lending rules. They are also projecting a more balanced market.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/housing/house-prices-to-match-inflation-cmhc/article1911146/
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at Thu, 17 Feb 2011 13:53:04 -0700
Great article from the Globe weighing in on house prices and interest rates. Great for first-time buyers.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/mortgages/house-price-or-interest-rate-which-is-more-important/article1763543/
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at Wed, 20 Oct 2010 11:27:30 -0600
Insights into Calgary's issue of affordable housing, great article.
http://www.avenuecalgary.com/articles/page/item/affordable-housing-13-points-to-ponder
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at Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:38:30 -0600
Calgary Herald annoucement related to a new residential/retail project in the East Village. Its been a LOOOOOONG time coming!
http://www.calgaryherald.com/business/residences+Village/3626800/story.html
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at Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:51:36 -0600
Everyone who owns a home should read this article! Great ways to protect your home!
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/is-your-property-ready-for-winter/article1712252/
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at Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:57:07 -0600
Rates are moving back down. If you couple this with growing inventory we should see some movement in the market over the rest of 2010 and into 2011.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/rob-carrick/why-rising-interest-rates-havent-flattened-the-housing-market/article1700448/
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at Thu, 09 Sep 2010 11:52:17 -0600
A report suggesting 3 scenerios set to occur in Canadian real estate, all of which are bearish.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/why-the-housing-market-may-be-heading-for-correction/article1690581/
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at Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:55:53 -0600
Informational video about selling and buying in a BUYER'S market!
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/investment-ideas/lets-talk-investing/how-to-sell-your-home-in-a-buyers-market/article1668084/
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at Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:02:33 -0600