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Current Mortgate Rates for St. Catharines/Niagara area
Rate Term 5-Year Fixed 4.39% 3-Year VRM 4.00% 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 Paul Croteau Mortgage Specialist BMO Bank of Montreal 31 King Street St. Catharines, ON...
Welcome to126 Romy Crescent in Thorold Ontario Canada
Update: This home is no longer available. This home in Thorold is priced at just $139,900.00 and would be great for the first time home buyer or for additional investment property owners! This 2 storey three bedroom investment semi is just minutes from Brock...
The History Behind Groundhog Day!!!
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...