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Planning and Zoning is Changing There are so many advances in technology that a lot of info your home is available to prospective buyers. One that is surfacing in many homes is the lack of proper permitting. I have had several big deals fall through because no-one got the correct permit when renovations were done. Buyers are paranoid (perhaps justifiably) that the local authorities or hydro will come do an ... Posted by George Hacking on May 9, 2012		More
Spring Fever for Building and Selling Homes Motorcycles zoom by and birds are singing and zinging about, golfers in shorts, im ok with this global warming so far! Its also an early start to Real Estate Seaslon and from Resale homes to Building lots, things are happening fast. We have 3 great builders we are working with and their homes are going up as fast as we can spec them. we are running out of September possession ... Posted by George Hacking on April 6, 2012		More
Language is no barrier? I recently got an email in Chinese regarding one of my listings - i used google translator and was able to understand it quite well - i sent the reply in both languages using translator to avoid an international incident if my translation was incorrect. google also has a block you can click for alternate translations that should tweak it to mean what you want to say. I think understanding ... Posted by George Hacking on March 5, 2012		More
New Construction New construction is heating up in our area and i have 7 listings and 12 lots to choose from. There is nothing like that "New Home Smell" and at todays interest rates and resale homes selling at premium you almost can't afford not to build. I work with 2 Great builders - unique styles and combinations of old school honesty, modern technology and european style. Both carry ... Posted by George Hacking on January 30, 2012		More
Putting the Fun in Fundy VOTE TODAY Even with Libya dominating the news i was captivated with the seven wonders contest currently online. Canada has a unique and worthy candidate in the bay of Fundy and its down to the vote culminating on November 11. just visit http://www.votemyfundy.com/ and register etc - you have to vote for 7 so visit the trending site and pick some obscure ones to ensure ours rises to the top - unless ... Posted by George Hacking on October 22, 2011		More
SELKIRK IS HOT The weather may be cooling but Selkirk's Real Estate Market is heating up in the Fall. The Positives of this community are really starting to get out to the rest of the world. There are jobs here, first class recreational activities and facilities, a council with integrity and vision, a historic river full of walleye and catfish, museums, a national park, minutes to beaches, a fantastic ... Posted by George Hacking on September 19, 2011		More
Im Hacking, but not like this! I run into trouble all the time sending email because of my last name. i think if you work in a large company or government you should know about this situation. Excerpt from ZDnet article Cyber-warfare sounds like something from a science fiction novel. It’s not. It’s reality. Cyber-security firm McAfee claims to have uncovered a cyber-espionage campaign that’s ... Posted by George Hacking on August 4, 2011		More
Canada Day Always impressed by City of Selkirk Fireworks and last night was no exception. Saw lots of great Canadian Spirit and I am Proud our company sponsors the Event. Last night being Friday they started them up a little later than usual and i like the idea - 0ver 4000 in attendance not bad for a city with a population of 10191, but of course the RM of St Clements and St Andrews were both involved. ... Posted by George Hacking on July 2, 2011		More
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY Its a great day to think of mom - can u imagine where you'd be without her - I bet you can't - you don't have to spend a lot of money - just re-connect, you definetly have a lot in common. Posted by George Hacking on May 7, 2011		More
Goebbels lie and the election Hey it Election time so always good to measure up the lie index - because remember - no matter who you vote for, the government alwaysgets in.. i hear people taking credit for the economy not totally crashing and oh yeah we used all your grandchildren's future health care to do it.. and that we are the party for your family, but scandal has rocked all those in power. so when you listen to the ... Posted by George Hacking on April 21, 2011		More
Social media Balance - mobile real estate Enjoyed great las Vegas convention and i am inspired by the focus and direction of our leadership. President and CEO Rick Davidson, and CMO, Bev Thorne know that our business is about customer satisfaction and providing value to buyers,sellers and financial partners. Towards this end century 21 is working on making the mobile world seamlessly merge with our web sites - you ... Posted by George Hacking on March 24, 2011		More
What Would You Do Over? Have you ever heard of a “do-over”? One definition is “the chance to do something again from the beginning, and do it better this time.” I came across these “do-over” thoughts from writer/humorist Erma Bombeck and they really got me thinking. She wrote, If I had my life to do over, I would… Spend more time listening – and less talking. Spend ... Posted by George Hacking on February 11, 2011		More
Is the New Year the Time to Make New Friends? Making new friends was so easy when we were children. There were kids in the neighborhood to play with and classmates to hang out with. All through school and on into college, people were just there – people who became our friends. That all changed when we entered the adult world. We may be surrounded by people in our community and/or work environment with whom ... Posted by George Hacking on January 6, 2011		More
Buy a home in the Winter? Buying on the coldest days of the year can be very beneficial - there are a lot of problems that can be hidden by snow but a lot of problems a house cant hide in cold weather - lots of icicles can mean poor insulation or attic ventilation issues, frosted doors or windows can mean air leakage or moisture issues, how often is the furnace coming on, are the doors and windows opening and closing ... Posted by George Hacking on January 3, 2011		More
Cyber Monday is for houses too Was it just me or did most of the sites try and steer me off of the deals or have them dissapear etc- if companies want to promote internet shopping they should make it easier to find the cyber sales - at least until people get better at it - i just gave up - my real preference is to find a good deal online then go negotiate for it in a store- jobs jobs jobs- if i really want it i will buy it - but ... Posted by George Hacking on November 30, 2010		More
St Andrews Election Results 2010 Rural municipality of St. Andrews results Reeve – Don Forfar Councillors – Bob Ataman, Elmer Keryluk, Kutiss Krasnesky, Russ Garvie, Ralph Boch, Laurie Hunt These results are very hard to find!! i hope in the next election municipalities have an employee updating poll results - even the local media who get a windfall in advertising dont seem to have a person updating ... Posted by George Hacking on October 28, 2010		More
St Clements Election results St. Clements, RM Population: 9,706 Eligible voters: 10,409 Ward or At-large: Ward Total # of voters: 3493 % voter turnout: 34% Elected? Incumbent? Position Name of Candidate Ward # Yes No Acclaimed # of votes Yes No Mayor Strang, Steve x 1558 x Mayor Dubowits, ... Posted by George Hacking on October 28, 2010		More
Selkirk Election Results (unofficial) 2010 Selkirk Election Results Selkirk, City Population: 9,515 Eligible voters: Ward or At-large: At-large Total # of voters: % voter turnout: Elected? Incumbent? Position Name of Candidate Ward # Yes No Acclaimed # of votes Yes No Mayor Bell, David x 933 x Mayor Johannson, ... Posted by George Hacking on October 27, 2010		More
Time to Caulk it up! I just went through my putting on cladding etc on the exterior and changing my antiquated boiler to a new electric one - I will be watching my bills and reporting on any savings going from old gas to new electric as time progresses i was surprised how many little spots needed calking around the house and thought i would bring it to your attention - i found a few articles that i have attached - good ... Posted by George Hacking on October 19, 2010		More
John Lennon Sure, its not real estate, but it's amazing the influence that John Lennon has had in our culture - one that is likely to expand as the rights to Beatles and Lennon songbooks get dispersed into commercials over time. Well today is his birthday and although i am FAR to young to remember Beatlemania, John made a difference to me. "Imagine" if he were alive today, I wonder how he ... Posted by George Hacking on October 9, 2010		More
Don't take it for Granite Been showing a # of Beautiful homes lately and i really notice the difference Granite Features with potential buyers - the clean cool look and substantial feel accent any type of cabinetry. its a great way to rejuvenate older style cabinets of good quality modern handles and granite tops give them a new lease on life. splurge on a quality backsplash and sink and i really like the ... Posted by George Hacking on September 17, 2010		More
Humidity is not your Friend Noticing a lot of humidity in the homes i am showing and its a turn off to buyers . It is easily corrected with a good humidifier and the energy saving alone is worth it. People are sensitive to mold issues and humidity raised the question a lot. the excess humidity is created when you lower the temperature of your home and the humidity trapped in the air condenses into a palpable humidity,sweating ... Posted by George Hacking on August 8, 2010		More
Manitoba Land Transfer Tax I had a deal happening where the client made an offer of 199999 because they didn't want the price to go over 200000 and incur an extra 1/2 % on the transaction -- this is not the case - land transfer tax increases after 200000 to 2.0 percent but only applies to the amount above 200000 so the difference between a sale at 205000 is only 25.00 not the 1025.00 as feared by the client - you can check it ... Posted by George Hacking on June 22, 2010		More
Blood for Airmiles?? The Winnipeg Realtors are on a mission and it is to collect as much of your blood as possible -- no Vampires (as Vampires are strictly excluded from selling Real Estate in Manitoba ) but for the Canadian Blood Service - if any one can sign my sheet at the upcoming Selkirk Clinic at the Rec centre - Tues May 11 - give the gift of life - Iknow some people are unable to give which ... Posted by George Hacking on May 7, 2010		More
Care for Old Dogs I am sad to report our family lost our little dog recently - he was 16 years old losing his sight, hearing, and had trouble getting around. But he was a proud little senior and stayed active barking at anyone who walked by and following his friend Sandy around the yard. Sadly he suffered a very common Geriatric dog fate - he fell down the basement stairs. we rushed him to the vet at 1130 saturday night ... Posted by George Hacking on April 27, 2010		More

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