What are cost-effective ways to make my home more appealing to buyers? According to a recent Royal LePage House Staging Poll, the attitudes of Canadians toward the currency of their homes’ décor differ from industry experts. Most agree, however, that house staging –...
Some of our earliest memories are set in our childhood homes, our families' homes and vacation spots. These early mental pictures form a sense of our most base comforts and values. They provide a measure by which we look to establish our grown up homes so as to...
UPDATE: This property is no longer being listed! Please use our online complimentary St. Catharines Ontario real estate search to find similar available listings. This Welland home is priced at $124,000.00! This cute and cozy 2 bedroom home should not be overlooked...
Rate Term 5-Year Fixed 4.79% 3-Year VRM 4.50% Prime plus 1%. Fully open term. Quote of the Week New Year's Day: Now is the accepted time to make your regular annual good resolutions. Next week you can begin paving hell with them as usual. Mark Twain Have a great week...
About NORAD NORAD is the bi-national U.S.-Canadian military organization responsible for the aerospace and maritime defense of the United States and Canada. NORAD, created by a 1958 agreement between Canada and the United States, provides advanced warning of impending...
What should I consider as I plan my retirement? For active older Canadians, retirement opens up a whole new world of opportunities and one of those opportunities is finding the perfect retirement home. It's not an easy decision. For many retirees, leaving their family...
This story was posted in St. Catharines Standard, 12/19/08, by Grant LaFleche, Standard Staff. Bertha Power tries not to cry. There are enough waterworks around Community Care of St. Catharines and Thorold this time of year without her contributing to it. "I do the...
UPDATE: This property has been SOLD! Please use our online complimentary St. Catharines Ontario real estate search to find similar available listings. The price has been adjusted!!! This executive home in St. Catharines is now priced at $319,900.00! This executive...
5 YEAR FIXED RATE SPECIAL UPDATE: BMO is still offering our 5 year fixed rate mortgage term at 4.79%. I have not been advised as to when this offer expires, but as usual it would be best for any customers considering a mortgage to complete an application to get this...
Community Care of St. Catharines and Thorold held their annual Stuff the Bus campaign on Friday, 12/12/08. It was held at the local radio station, 105.7 FM and 610 CKTB, located on the corner of Yates Street and St. Paul Street West. Timothy Salisbury stopped by to...
Hey Bloggers, November’s CMHC Press release: 2008_12_08_0815_eoc.pdf In summary, Niagara Region housing starts in single-detached homes year-to-date declined 10%. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! T. Timothy Salisbury Broker The Salisbury Team Royal LePage...
UPDATE: This property has been SOLD! Please use our online complimentary St. Catharines Ontario real estate search to find similar available listings. Priced at $699,900 Bungalow with 3 bedrooms, 4 piece bathroom Minutes to the QEW, Peace Bridge and Main Roads....
Here's a story that caught my eye in today's St. Catharines Standard, written by Monique Beech: Sixteen people left homeless by a fire at a downtown St. Catharines rooming house last week may face the holidays without a permanent place to live. Fire and smoke damage...
UPDATE: This property has been taken off the market! Please use our online complimentary St. Catharines Ontario real estate search to find similar available listings. The price has been adjusted!!! This St. Catharines home, with lots of character, is now priced at...
In one moment, the idea has entered your mind to sell your house. In the next, you realize how much needs to be done to accomplish this. How will you find the right Realtor®? When will the house be ready? How much is your house worth? What will you do to get your...
Mortgage rate reduction notice: BMO Bank of Montreal has reduced the 5 year fixed rate term interest rate from 5.25% to 4.99%. Quote of the Week Unless we make Christmas an occasion to share our blessings, all the snow in Alaska won't make it "white". Bing Crosby ...
Sunday, November 30th - 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. The Santa Claus Parade starts at 2:30pm. Parade route: William St. to St. Paul St. to James St. to Market Square. Come on over to the Market Square after the parade. Have a chance to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy...
Rate Term 5-Year Fixed 5.25% Interest Rate Special! Regular posted rate 7.20% 3-Year VRM 5.00% Prime plus 1%. Fully open term! Quote of the Week Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel...
UPDATE: This property has been SOLD! Please use our online complimentary St. Catharines Ontario real estate search to find similar available listings. The price has been adjusted!!! This beautiful home in St. Catharines is now priced at $239,900.00! This St....
What features do I want in a home? What features do I need in a home? Looking for a new home can seem overwhelming at first. There are so many things to think about, so many choices, and often not enough time. A small investment of time and effort right at the start...
The tree of lights celebration is fun for the whole family! Join in the fun with musical entertainment, holidays crafts for the children, cookies, hot chocolate & treats for the family, pictures with Father Christmas. All proceeds from the 2008 Tree of Lights...
MORTGAGE INTEREST RATE SPECIAL 5 YEAR FIXED AT 5.25% For a limited time only BMO Bank of Montreal is offering a 5 year fixed term at 5.25%. This is almost a full 2% reduction from the regular posted rate. If you know of anyone who may benefit from this fantastic...
Hey Bloggers, Here’s October’s Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s latest stats: 2008_11_10_0815_eoc.pdf Housing starts of single detached homes year to date down 13 percent. As always, should you have any questions, contact me via e-mail at...
If the client BUYS first: 1. He may have the satisfaction and security of knowing where he is moving to … but only perhaps! 2. The smart thing to do is to include a clause in the offer, stipulation that the purchase is “subject to the sale of the buyer’s house by a...
A Day of Remembrance – Tuesday November 11, 2008 How Do We Remember? On November 11, especially, but also throughout the year, we have the opportunity to remember the efforts of these special Canadians. In remembering, we pay homage to those who respond to their...
Rate Term 5-Year Fixed 5.70% 3-Year VRM 5.00% Fully open term! Poem of the Week In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the...
Protect Your Home — and Your Investment! Your house is more than the place where you live. It's your home, and your most important investment. Carrying out a regular program of maintenance and repairs can help you protect that investment for as long as you live in...
Article in the St. Catharines Standard last week that I posted on my Blog as well regarding Property Values. Property Values going up means an increase in Property Taxes, see the link below for more information and the complete article. Property Taxes T. Timothy...
Rate Term 5-Year Fixed 5.70% 3-Year VRM 5.25% Fully open term! Quote of the Week "Defeat is not the worst of failures. Not to have tried is the true failure." George Edward Woodberry Have a great week! Paul Croteau Mortgage Specialist BMO Bank of Montreal 31 King...
PropertyTax assessment notices in mail next week Posted By MARLENE BERGSMASTANDARD STAFF Property values in St. Catharines are up about 19 per cent, but the tax pain you'll feel depends on whether your property goes up more than the average. Homeowners in Niagara will...