Groundhog Day, is celebrated across the United States and Canada, on February 2, is purely a North American tradition. It is based on a belief that on this day (February 2) the groundhog, or woodchuck, comes out of hole after winter hibernation to look for its shadow....
How does the budget effect you in the current real estate market?
As many of you are aware, the Federal Budget was yesterday. The following is how it effects us in relation to the Real Estate market. Any feedback, questions or opinions can be made on my Blog. It will be a great forum to start conversations and to read what others...
Welcome to 331 Queenston Street in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
UPDATE: This property is no longer being listed! 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 is now priced at $259,900.00! Welcome to 331...
Welcome to 40 Ventura Drive St. Catharines Ontario Canada
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 St. Catharines home is priced at $154,900.00! Eco friendly living at its best!! This bi-level semi...
2008 Home Starts Slightly Lower in the St. Catharines-Niagara CMA
Here is the summary of the month of December and year to end stats for the year 2008 in relation to new home construction. 2009_01_09_0815_eoc.pdf Should you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call or e-mail me. T. Timothy Salisbury Broker The Salisbury Team Royal...
Super Bowl XLIII … February 1, 2009
Super Bowl XLIII will be the forty-third edition of the Super Bowl, an American football game that will feature the American Football Conference champion Pittsburgh Steelers (14-4) and the National Football Conference champion Arizona Cardinals (12-7) to decide the...
Current Mortgate Rates for St. Catharines/Niagara area
Rate Term 5-Year Fixed 4.79% 3-Year VRM 4.50% Quote of the Week Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect. Mark Twain Paul Croteau Mortgage Specialist BMO Bank of Montreal 31 King Street St. Catharines, ON ph: (905)...
2009 Niagara Icewine Festival … When Gold Meets Cold
The Niagara Grape & Wine Festival organization is pleased to announce the 2009 Niagara Icewine Festival. For ten days in January the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, celebrating one of Canada's most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. For...
Making an Offer
When you’re making an offer to buy a home, there are six main elements to consider: 1. Price The price you offer reflects your opinion of the value of the house and is determined by the condition of the property and local market factors. You can make any offer you...
Current Mortgate Rates for St. Catharines/Niagara area
Rate Term 5-Year Fixed 4.79% 3-Year VRM 4.50% Prime plus 1%. Fully open term! Quote of the Week The trouble with our times is that the future is not what it used to be. Paul Valery Have a great week and Happy New Year! Paul Croteau Mortgage Specialist BMO Bank of...
House Staging Tips
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 –...
The Emotional Aspects of Real Estate
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...
Welcome to 810 Ontario Rd in Welland Ontario Canada
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...
Current Mortgate Rates for St. Catharines/Niagara area
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...
Keeping Track of Santa…
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...
Retirement Properties
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...
A crying need at Christmas…Things can get emotional at Community Care
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...
Welcome to 19 McCaffery Crescent in St. Catharines Ontario Canada
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...
Current Mortgate Rates for St. Catharines/Niagara area
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’s Annual “Stuff the Bus” Campaign
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...
November Starts Eased in the St. Catharines-Niagara CMA
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...
Beautiful Bungalow with 100 Acres Located at 1197 Ridgemount Road!
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....
Fire victims facing holidays with no place to go
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...
Welcome to 40 York Street in St. Catharines Ontario Canada
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...
Selecting a Home Stager
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...
Current Mortgate Rates for St. Catharines/Niagara area
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 ...
St. Catharines Santa Claus Parade
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...
Current Mortgate Rates for St. Catharines/Niagara area
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...
Welcome to 16-605 Welland Avenue in St. Catharine’s Ontario Canada
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....
Needs vs. Wants…When Buying a Home
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...