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Ask The Broker, Possession Timing?What time frame do most buyers want to move in?
I get that question quite often. We see a whole variety of dates and requests for a possession date for buyers. Probably the most common phrase you will see on a MLS listing or marketing piece for a home for sale is a 30 day/negotiable possession date offering.
Sometimes buyers will get all worked up on the number. "They said 30 ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on May 24, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of May 26 & 27, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday May 26, 2012
#214, 5330 - 47Avenue
Hosted by:
Bob Wing
1:00-2:30pm
Open Houses for Saturday May 26, 2012 -Out of Town
5323 51 Avenue
Hosted by:
Kim Fox
2:00-4:00pm
4 Chinook Street
Hosted by:
Christine Bourke
2:00-4:00pm
35 Briar Road
Hosted by:
Asha Chimiuk
1:00-3:00pm
Open House for Sunday May 27, 2012
121 ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on May 22, 2012
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Thursday, Ask The Broker, Acessing My HomeSometimes homeowners have questions or concerns about who is accessing their home and when. These are normal concerns, and it's ok to ask them of your REALTOR. Our home is our castle and you have the right to know who is coming and going and when they are to be accessing your home.
The real estate agents that belong to the Central Alberta REALTORS Association all use what is called a ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on May 17, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of May 19 & 20, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday May 19, 2012
57 Duckering Close
Hosted by:
Dave Haley
2:00-4:00pm
#214, 5330-47 Avenue
Hosted by:
Bob Wing
1:00-3:00pm
115 Ellenwood Drive
Hosted by:
Lifestyle Team
12:00-2:00pm
147 Vanson Close
Hosted by:
Lifestyle Team
12:00-1:30pm
80 Irving Close
Hosted by:
Lifestyle Team
2:00-4:00pm
Open Houses for Saturday ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on May 15, 2012
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Thursday's Ask The Broker ForeclosuresWith the change in the economy and employment we've unfortunately have seen an increase in the number of foreclosed properties on the market. While foreclosures are not new, the increase in the number of foreclosed homes has made them more and more common place. Due to this increase we've had a number of questions pertaining to foreclosures and the process such as:
Can I still negotiate ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on May 10, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of May 12 & 13, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday May 12, 2012
57 Duckering
Hosted by:
Brenda Bowness
2:00-4:00pm
37 Elwell Avenue
Hosted by:
Kim Fox
1:00-3:00pm
17 McVicar Street
Hosted by:
Hilary Rosebrugh
2:00-4:00pm
34 Wells Street
Hosted by:
Martina Unger
1:00-3:00pm
#214, 5330 - 47 Avenue
Hosted by:
Bob Wing
1:00-3:00pm
11 Sutherland Close
Hosted by:
Aaron Thulien
1:00-3:00pm
Open ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on May 8, 2012
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Thursday's Ask The Broker (The broker was a slow typer so it's late)This weeks question pertains to the deposit on an offer to purchase.
I get the deposit if the buyer doesn't buy my house right? (asked from a seller)
A common question this is on what happens to the deposit and why we would ask and hold one. The deposit is part of the offer to purchase and would only be forfeited to the seller if the buyer removed conditions and failed to close on the ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on April 30, 2012
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Thursday's Ask The Broker, May 3rdWe've been declined for financing and can't buy the property we put an offer in on. Do I have to sign a non-waiver or does the deal just die?
Many people are under the impression that once that condition day comes and goes, the deal is dead and the deposit is automatically refunded to the buyer. This may not always be the case.
The Residential Offer To Purchase states:
3.5 ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on April 30, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of April 28 & 29, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday April 28, 2012
4130 39 Street
Hosted by:
Martine Unger
1:00-3:00pm
135 Jenner Crescent
Hosted by:
Brenda Bowness
2:00-4:00pm
163 Alexander Crescent
Hosted by:
Christine Bourke
1:00-3:00pm
Open House for Sunday April 29, 2012
121 Ainsworth Crescent
Hosted by:
Martine Unger
2:00-4:00pm
8 Johns Street
Hosted by:
De ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on April 25, 2012
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Thursday, Ask The Broker, DisclosureWhat do I have to disclose to a buyer?
Great question, and quite a common one. In real estate transactions it is often the best course of action to always disclose when it comes to defects in the property or troubles from days gone by. The last thing you would want is for the basement to be wet come spring time and the new owner learns from the neighbor that "oh ya they had water there ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on April 19, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of April 21 & 22, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday April 14, 2012
109 Lamont Close
Hosted by:
Rob White
2:00-4:00pm
121 Woodridge Drive
Hosted by:
Martina Unger
1:00-3:00pm
2210 Danielle Dr.
Hosted by:
Wes Giesbrecht
12:00-2:00pm
2310 Danielle Dr.
Hosted by:
Aaron Thulien
12:00-2:00pm
Out of Town Open Houses for Saturday April 21, 2012
65 Springvale Heights
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Posted by Sandra Miller
on April 17, 2012
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Thursday's Ask The BrokerWhat is an RPR and why do I need one?
An RPR first off is an abbreviation for "Real Property Report". Previously it may have been referred to as an Alberta Land Survey or Property Survey. The RPR shows the corners and dimensions of your lot as well as where your home sits on that lot in relation to the boundaries and the improvements that are also present (detached garage, deck, and fence). ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on April 12, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of April 14 & 15, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday April 14, 2012
133 O'Brien Crescent
Hosted by:
Wes & Aaron
12:00-2:00pm
67 Jepsen Crescent
Hosted by:
Ken Deveo
2:00-4:00pm
Out of Town Open Houses for Saturday April 14, 2012
72 View Drive ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on April 11, 2012
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Search By Open HouseFinding a home by the Internet keeps getting better and better but it just isn't the same as walking through the house now is it?
When you find the right house, it's a feeling you get that tells you "ya this is the one". Getting a helping hand with a real estate agent makes this part more convenient for you. We can assist you with only showing you properties that fit your needs and budget ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on April 10, 2012
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Beware of FraudOver the past few years there has been a few stories out about fraud involving rental properties. A recent story really stepped that up a notch. Someone is taking realtor information and trying to trick prospective renters into believing the house is a possible rental home.
I have a few suggestions:
1. Do not give any money to anyone asking thru a kijiji ad. I advertise my places on kijiji. Kijiji ...
Posted by Ken Devoe
on March 28, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of March 24 & 25, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday March 24, 2012
56 Walker Blvd.
Hosted by:
Brenda Bowness
2:00-4:00pm
167 Vanson Close
Hosted by:
Tony Saysana
1:00-3:00pm
49 Kendrew Drive
Hosted by:
Milena Toncheva
2:00-4:00pm
23 Sawyer Close
Hosted by:
Danielle Davies
2:00-4:00pm
Out of Town Open Houses for Saturday March 24, 2012
66 MacKenzie Crescent
Hosted by:
Dale ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on March 20, 2012
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Friday Market WatchNumber of Active Residential MLS® Listings in Red Deer?
402 compared to 570 same time last year.
Red Deer residential MLS® Sales for March 2012 so far compared to March 2011?
84 March to date versus 76 in March 2011. Year to date sales volume numbers are 15% higher than last year
Searching for a home then make sure you try us out at:
http://www.century21.ca/advantage/Search/advantage
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on March 16, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of March 17 & 18, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday March 17, 2012
23 Sawyer Close
Hosted by:
Danielle Davies
2:00-4:00pm
121 Ainsworth Crescent
Hosted by:
Milena Toncheva
2:00-4:00pm
49 Kendrew Drive
Hosted by:
Tony Saysana
1:00-3:00pm
100 Wade Close
Hosted by:
Christine Bourke
1:00-3:00pm
Out of Town Open Houses for Saturday March 17, 2012
35 Briar Road
Hosted by:
Asha ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on March 14, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of March 17 & 18, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday March 17, 2012
23 Sawyer Close
Hosted by:
Danielle Davies
2:00-4:00pm
121 Ainsworth Crescent
Hosted by:
Milena Toncheva
2:00-4:00pm
49 Kendrew Drive
Hosted by:
Tony Saysana
1:00-3:00pm
100 Wade Close
Hosted by:
Christine Bourke
1:00-3:00pm
Out of Town Open Houses for Saturday March 17, 2012
35 Briar Road
Hosted by:
Asha ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on March 13, 2012
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1st Dinner at the Red Deer Ronald McDonald HouseOn March 2, 2012, my wife Cheryl, my daughter Fonda, Ken & Donna Welk, Pete & Nicky Sebesten and myself, had the privilege of serving the first dinner to the families at the Ronald McDonald House. I had the roasts put in the oven at 2:30 pm and at 7:30 pm we were done and everything was all cleaned up. The families very much enjoyed the meal and were very appreciative to have this done for ...
Posted by Dale Devereaux
on March 12, 2012
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2012 Red Deer Home ShowCome visit us at the Red Deer Home Show March 16-18 http://www.reddeerhomeshow.ca/
Posted by Dale Devereaux
on March 12, 2012
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Reports Of The Market Heating Up, True or False?Real Estate Sales reporting by agents is often based on their personal experiences, and "feelings". It's quite common that you'll talk to a real estate agent and they will say things like "It feels like it;s getting busier out there".
I'm sure I can fine anecdotal evidence and quotes from several real estate agents to support "busier market" statements. The question is are these factual ...
Posted by Patrick Galesloot
on March 8, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of March 10 & 11, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday March 10, 2012
226 Glendale Blvd.
Hosted by:
Mike Phelps
2:00-4:00pm
133 O'Brien Crescent
Hosted by:
Bridget Wright
12:00-2:00pm
Out of Town Open Houses for Saturday March 10, 2012
6 Heritage Drive Lacombe
Hosted by:
Brenda Bowness
2:00-4:00pm
Open ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on March 7, 2012
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Century 21 Advantage Open Houses for the Weekend of March 3 & 4, 2012
Open Houses for Saturday March 3, 2012
25 Amlee Close
Hosted by:
Richard Pochylko
1:00-3:00pm
Out of Town Open Houses for Saturday March 3, 2012
72 View Drive Linn Valley
Hosted by:
Asha Chimiuk
2:00-4:00pm
5229 Westridge Dr. ...
Posted by Sandra Miller
on February 28, 2012
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Foreclosed/Court Ordered Sale in AlbertaPurchasing a foreclosed home or a court ordered sale can sometimes save you some money, but with that also comes some risk.
The seller will have gotten a current appraisal along with an evaluation from a realtor. Some people think you can buy these homes for $20,000 to $30,000 less than the listed price, but typically that is not the case. To be sure you are not overpaying have your realtor do a ...
Posted by Dale Devereaux
on February 23, 2012
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