The following is an excerpt from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation:
Did you know…
That the average duration of the round trip between home and the workplace, by both public transport and car, is getting longer? In 1992, only 35% commuting trips by car took an hour or more. By 2005, this had increased to 45%. Likewise, for those commuting by bus, trips of an hour or more increased in proportion from 79% in 1992 to 88% in 2005.
Something to consider next time you are looking for a place to call home!
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Monday, February 23, 2009
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
2008 Year End Information
The Town of Vulcan recorded 14 residential sales in 2008 at an average price of $245,393.
16 farm sales were reported for the period within the Brooks Real Estate Board, which Vulcan County is apart of, and 7 commercial property sales were reported as well.
This real estate update is brought to you by the member firms of the Brooks Real Estate Board.
16 farm sales were reported for the period within the Brooks Real Estate Board, which Vulcan County is apart of, and 7 commercial property sales were reported as well.
This real estate update is brought to you by the member firms of the Brooks Real Estate Board.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Christmas 2008
On behalf everyone at Magnuson Realty Ltd., I wish you all a Merry Christmas and all the best in 2009!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Learn to listen. Opportunity sometimes knocks very softly
More doom and gloom, that's what I read in the newspapers and see on the evening news. You hear about it on the radio and at the local coffee shops. Why would anyone invest in real estate these days in these conditions? "That's just crazy!"
Well here is some food for thought - within the Brooks Real Estate Board, the average house price has risen 5.1% over the past year. Yes, I said risen! How are your stocks doing? I am too scared to look at mine! There are a larger number of houses available on the market now than in past years, but as a buyer, this is a good thing. Take a look at the past few years when buyers had to just take what they could get and make an offer now or risk losing out. Today, buyers can shop around and search for the best deal, take the time for a property inspection, and take time to negotiate. Sounds less stressful to me. Just a thought for all those who think that the sky is falling.
Well here is some food for thought - within the Brooks Real Estate Board, the average house price has risen 5.1% over the past year. Yes, I said risen! How are your stocks doing? I am too scared to look at mine! There are a larger number of houses available on the market now than in past years, but as a buyer, this is a good thing. Take a look at the past few years when buyers had to just take what they could get and make an offer now or risk losing out. Today, buyers can shop around and search for the best deal, take the time for a property inspection, and take time to negotiate. Sounds less stressful to me. Just a thought for all those who think that the sky is falling.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
A Time to Remember
In a time where everyone is talking negatively, whether its about the economy, the Canadian dollar, recession, whatever, how about taking this day to be thankful and proud. Thankful and proud of those who have served and those who are currently serving in the armed forces for our country, Canada. Many of those soldiers have made the ultimate sacrifice so that you and I could be here today. So that we can enjoy the freedom that we take so much for granted each day.
Yes, we have all heard it before and perhaps we don't always pay as much attention or give thanks like we should, but how about today...bow your head, take that moment of silence our of respect, and let you heart swell with pride and smile, knowing how great and lucky we are to be Canadian!
Yes, we have all heard it before and perhaps we don't always pay as much attention or give thanks like we should, but how about today...bow your head, take that moment of silence our of respect, and let you heart swell with pride and smile, knowing how great and lucky we are to be Canadian!
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Autumn 0f 2008
Inventory is up, sales have been slower than they were the past few years. Does this mean time to panic? Is the economy going down the tubes and we are all going to lose our shirts? Of course not.
Don't you remember your social studies classes, or in my case, my university economics class? Everything goes in cycles. How would anyone ever expect the housing market to maintain such strong growth for so long? Buyers were being priced out of the market place. Things had to slow down.
Will the market ever turn around again? Of course it will, it's just a matter of when. What do you think about this coming spring? Spring is when the flowers start to bloom and the grass turns green. The days get longer and the weather gets warmer. PLUS, the US will have a new government. With a new government comes optimism. With optimism comes happy people, confident people, with a brighter outlook on life! Here in Canada, we too could have a new government. Looks more like it will be the same party, but a majority this time. They will actually be able to do something with the worry of losing power in a non-confidence vote. More optimism!
Of course there are no guarantees and my crystal ball broke, so my predictions are not worth a whole lot, but I do like the theory. Let's see if is right. Hmmmm...perhaps I should go get a 6-49 ticket. I mean what if I can predict the future....
Don't you remember your social studies classes, or in my case, my university economics class? Everything goes in cycles. How would anyone ever expect the housing market to maintain such strong growth for so long? Buyers were being priced out of the market place. Things had to slow down.
Will the market ever turn around again? Of course it will, it's just a matter of when. What do you think about this coming spring? Spring is when the flowers start to bloom and the grass turns green. The days get longer and the weather gets warmer. PLUS, the US will have a new government. With a new government comes optimism. With optimism comes happy people, confident people, with a brighter outlook on life! Here in Canada, we too could have a new government. Looks more like it will be the same party, but a majority this time. They will actually be able to do something with the worry of losing power in a non-confidence vote. More optimism!
Of course there are no guarantees and my crystal ball broke, so my predictions are not worth a whole lot, but I do like the theory. Let's see if is right. Hmmmm...perhaps I should go get a 6-49 ticket. I mean what if I can predict the future....
Monday, September 8, 2008
September 2008
Listings from Brokerages within the Brooks Real Estate Board indicate that there are 14 single family residential listings in the Town of Vulcan as of September 8, 2008. This is a large selection of homes for sale as the past few years have had a very low inventory. There are 6 acreages listed within the County of Vulcan and 6 parcels of farmland.
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