Recent Blog Posts by Jeff Gingerich

Kitchener Waterloo Power of Sale Update

Despite repeated warnings of unsustainable debt levels for Canadians, Kitchener-Waterloo power of sale activity remains muted.  Currently on the Kitchener Waterloo MLS, there are 7 active properties under power of sale.  They range in price from $180,600 to $434,900.  They have been on the market just 25 days on average reflecting the lack of properties for sale in ...

Kitchener Waterloo Power of Sale Report January 2011

Strong residential demand and low MLS resale inventory combined to create brisk activity on Kitchener Waterloo power of sale properties in January.  Ten properties sold under power of sale for an average of 99% of the asking price with many attracting multiple offers.  This equalled the 10 power of sales properties sold in December.  The average days on the market ...

I'm Just Saying... Part 2

I had the good fortune to visit Vancouver for the Century 21 Canada Conference this fall.  It certainly is a beautiful city and I can definitely see the appeal of living there.  However, I struggle with the cost of housing.  Here is a current example.  The home above is listed for sale at $795,000.  It's described as "that perfect fixer upper in an amazing ...