ARCHIVED BLOG POSTS

2010 

Why is the Canadian Real Estate Association trying to stop consumers from being able to choose the services they want to sell their homes?  THIS IS A MYTH that has gained momentum because of the Competition Bureau issue.  The MLS was created by CREA for its members to post their listings and shar...
03/29/2010
Wow!  We live in a do it yourself society.  People think that they can just up and do anything without professional help.  That is exactly why so many people get themselves into predicaments that they need help getting out of.  Once he gets ready to actually write an offer and go through the proc...
03/29/2010
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Airdrie's most desirable community Cooper's Crossing - presents an affordable home without paying into the $500K.  Large back yard with patio and deck for entertaining.  3 Bedrooms up with an upper laundry area.  The Main Bedroom features a walk-through closet into a large 4 piece ensuite. (corne...
03/26/2010
 Two of the hottest travel destinations for Albertans are Arizona and Mexico.  Yes before you buy in either venue, check out the advice of the gurus.  Because like many good deals, the devil can be in the details.  Good news both places have attractions galore.  If your looking for heat and sunsh...
03/22/2010
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So over the last few days us THAWING out Albertans were thinking of the next winter.  What can we do to not have a Vitamin D deficiency and at least look less like a Vampire from the dark ages.  (Yes, we do have an issue with less vitamin D in our systems)  We LOOKED SOUTH, and discovered from a...
03/22/2010
CONDITION HEADS UP The Alberta Real Estate Association has brought this matter to our attention.  Some Lenders may be adding a lender's condition for review and approval of condo docs by the "insurer" before thy will finance the deal.  This is coming to light at the "instructions to solicitor" s...
03/20/2010
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I really love my career. I get to meet new people, help them find or sell a home.  Yes, it does face some challenges along the way...but what job doesn't? ONE peculiar piece of my job is "DID YOU KNOW"?  I love this, maybe its gossip or just bits of trivial information - But sometimes - I get som...
03/18/2010
Situated in Thorburn, on the eastside of Airdrie this home is steps away from two schools. (Catholic & Public) Not too far away is our East Lake Recreational area - where you'll find pathways, the lake and our State of the Art "Genesis Place".  A multi-facility recreational centre that boasts a ...
03/18/2010
On a national level, Albertans are the most likely, 13 per cent, to say they are very likely to buy a home within the next two years, and among those looking to buy, they are also most likely, 40 per cent, to say they will buy within the next year.  An Interesting Snippet from Our Real Estate Boa...
03/17/2010
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So recenlty I've taken in several movies...almost catching up to the mainstream of the movie goers out there.  At least I know what everyone is talking about. Avatar was very good, and I love the lush plants.  Now if I could only get my plants in my yard to grow and glow at night. The Hurt Locke...
03/16/2010
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Terri Stephens

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