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NO MONEY DOWN STILL AVAILABLENO MONEY DOWN PRODUCT For this program we give the customers the 5% percent down to get into home ownership Clients need a minimum beacon of 680 per applicant, Owner occupied only, no co-signors or guarantors. The current 5 year posted rate is 4.99% which is an unbelievable rate considering most of the other lenders are 5.44%.
Take advantage of this product while it is still available because ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on April 26, 2012
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Easter Monday NewsToday is Easter Monday. In many parts of the world it is a statutory holiday but in Canada, only Nunavut and Yukon Territories mark today that way. Most public sector employees enjoy a day off today and most public schools are closed.
The Canadian economy added more than 80,000 jobs in March with major gains in the struggling manufacturing sectors in Ontario and Quebec. The national ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on April 9, 2012
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Federal BudgetThe recently announced Federal budget did not make any changes to the mortgage lending rules, allowing amortizations to continue to be extended beyond 25 years. Longer amortizations are still available. Unless rates rise significantly, we shouldn’t expect to see any negative impact on local real estate.
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on April 8, 2012
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Federal BudgetLast week's federal budget contained no specific rule changes for the mortgage industry but it did signal the government's desire to tighten the oversight of CMHC.
The Crown Corporation currently resides within HRDC (Human Resources and Skills Development Canada) but may end up under the direct supervision of OSFI (Office of the Superintendent of Financial Insitutions). This would allow ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on April 8, 2012
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Mortgage Sheet for 4638 48Ave Bentley
Listing Price:$ 339,000
Downpayment 5% 10% ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on March 27, 2012
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Population of Red Deer and Areas
2006
2011
Rimbey
2252
2378
Rocky
6874
6933
Sylvan
10250
12327
Eckville
951
1125
Lacombe
10752
11707
Blackfalds
4618
6300
Ponoka
6576
6773
Red Deer
83154
90564
Bentley
1083
1073
Innisfail
7331
7876
Caroline
515
501
Source:Stats Canada
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on February 12, 2012
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Population of Counties in Alberta
2006
2011
Ponoka County
8856
8640
Lacombe County
10312
10394
Red Deer County
18351
18649
Clearwater County
11826
12278
Brazeau County
7040
7201
Source: Stats Canada
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on February 12, 2012
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Population by Province 2011 Census
2011
2006
Newfoundland and Labrador
514536
505469
PEI
140204
135851
Nova Scotia
921727
913462
New Brunswick
751171
729997
Quebec
7903001
7546131
Ontario
12851821
12160282
Manitoba
1208268
1148401
Saskatchewan
1033381
968157
Alberta
3645257
3290350
British Columbia
4400057
4113487
Yukon
33897
30372
Northwest ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on February 12, 2012
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Stats Canada UpdateAccording to Stats Canada 33476688 people were enumerated in the 2011 census . That is twice as many people as 1961. Alberta's Population has increased. See the figures below.
1996 2001 ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on February 12, 2012
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Financing Option for Unit 50 Lake Trail EstatesFinancing Available for Unit 50 Lake Trail Estates Trailer (Based on Full List Price) (OAC)
Term 5 Year 5 Year Amortization ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on February 9, 2012
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New TestmonialI received in the mail a testimonial from clients. This particular listing was a challenge in so many ways. But I persevered and eventually the property sold. The letter was in appreciation for my efforts.
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on January 26, 2012
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Mortgage Options for 5210 48 Street RimbeyDownpayment 5% 10% ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on January 19, 2012
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OPEN HOUSEI am hosting an OPEN HOUSE from 1200-200pm on Saturday January 28. Check out this great 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom finished up and down home. Quality built in 2010. Loaded with many features.
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on January 18, 2012
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Number of Solds and Average Sale Prices for Properties in Rimbey 2005 2006 ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on January 14, 2012
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Average MLS Resale Prices for Local Markets from July 2010 and July 2011
Average MLS® Resale Price for Local Markets
City
Jul-10
Jul-11
Halifax
$254,298
$257,663
Saint John
$173,918
$169,024
Quebec
$239,784
$239,136
Montreal
$302,990
$318,567
Ottawa
$322,281
$339,415
Toronto
$410,663
$451,663
Hamilton/Burlington
$299,812
$321,036
Winnipeg
$222,597
$236,306
Saskatoon
$305,866
$315,774
Regina
$253,940
$280,972
Calgary
$385,712
$394,251
Edmonton
$326,550
$325,322
Vancouver
$680,782
$778,545
Victoria
$471,929
$536,631
Central ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on October 14, 2011
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Average MLS Resale Prices for Local Markets
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Posted by Dawna Providenti
on September 26, 2011
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10 ways to avoid buying the wrong house1. Visit the neighbourhood on foot.
2. Go to City Hall or Town Office
3. Find the right real estate agent
4. How much can you afford?
5. Title insurance is a must
6. Why a survey is important A survey will reveal all boundary issues in advance
7. Choose a home inspector carefully
8. Ask the seller hard questions
9. Basement apartments must be legal
10. Check about your insurance ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on August 24, 2011
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Current Population Growth Chart for Red Deer
Red Deer Population from 2000 to June 2011
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on July 25, 2011
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Comparison of Average Prices for Local Markets
The average resale price in April for Red Deer was $248596. In May it increased to $269601.
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on July 21, 2011
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Home Inspectors to be Licensed (finally)
Licensing of Home Inspectors
Effective September 1, 2011 all Home Inspectors in Alberta will be required to have a license. CAHPI Alberta has been lobbying the Alberta Government for several years to implement regulations for Home Inspectors in Alberta and are pleased that it has become a reality.
The current regulations have established a minimum level of education and experience. ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on July 11, 2011
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New Millrates for 2011The following are is a list of updated millrates for various towns and cities.
Sylvan Lake-Residential 7.784 Commercial 13.298
Ponoka-Residential 8.3587 Commercial 13.298
Rocky Mountain House Residential 9.855 Commercial 11.1356
Lacombe Residential 9.1909 Commercial 12.4624
Bentley Residential 11.27794 Commercial 16.25294
Eckville Residential 10.75 Commercial 16.806
Rimbey Residential ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on June 16, 2011
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Top Producing Brokerages in CanadaCentury 21 Advantage made the list of the top 200 brokerages in Canada. The list was comprised by Real Trend.
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Posted by Dawna Providenti
on June 16, 2011
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Average Resale MLS Prices for Various Cities
Source: Canadian Real Estate Association
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on June 8, 2011
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Possble Costs When Buying/Selling a HomeHome inspection -- A house inspection or property inspection can cost in the $350-500 range for most single-family homes. Home inspections are recommended to identify if there are any other potentially costly expenses – issues not visible to the naked eye – that may impact the costs and upkeep of the home. See my blog "Bert Bruinsma-Home Inspector Homealyze'
Property ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on May 10, 2011
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Bert Bruinsma-Home Inspector HomealyzeWhat does your inspection cover?
It is designed to produce a report that includes a visual assessment of the house as a system including the foundation, structure, exterior, heating system, ventilation, plumbing, electrical system, interior, insulation, roof and other components that are found in homes.
How long have you been practicing in the home inspection profession and how many inspections ...
Posted by Dawna Providenti
on April 28, 2011
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