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Mortgage Financing Changes
January 18th, 2011Mortgage financing changes 101:
The changes announced yesterday have sent some shockwaves though the market. Especially to potential new buyers who will see some of the changes impact them.
First thing first: These changes effect high ratio mortgages only.
High ratio mortgages occur when the mortgage amount exceeds 80% ...
WTF? (what’s the forecast??)
January 4th, 2011
WTF? (what’s the forecast??)
Hmmm.
With the dollar at par and discussions of inflation ... Where are the rates headed?
While predicting rates is about as accurate as the weather ... Here are some insights given where the market stands today (keep in mind ... If a grasshopper hiccups things could change)
FIXED: Bonds have slid down slightly from the fixed rate jumps of a few weeks ago. Whil ...
Investing - Still A Good Idea
December 11th, 2010Investing in Real Estate - Still A Good Idea?
The graph below from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board tracks housing prices from 1979 to the present date. Although the changes aren't always increasing, steadily over time they prove that purchasing Real Estate is solid investment. This may not be the best market to be flipping homes but it definitely is the right time for investors to purch ...
Community Living
September 27th, 2010If you live on Sumas Mountain there's a publication just for you! Community Connections is a local newsletter published by the Potter Real Estate team filled with localized information and upcoming events. For your convenience, a copy is available under the "AUGUSTON" tab on this website. Why not check it out?
$40,000 Price Reduction
July 12th, 2010
This BEAUTIFUL home on the park is now priced at $499,900.
An absolutely beautiful home in Auguston in a desirable location on Callaghan Park. Two stories with fully finished basement, Impressive finishing includes wainscoting, wide-plank moulding and casing, fresh, modern colours and lighting. The kitchen boasts a generously sized island, stainless steel appliances and lovely white subw ...
Client Appreciation Party!
June 20th, 2010Friday June 18th was the long-awaited Toy Story 3D release in theatres! The very next morning we had a special private showing of the movie at Towne Cinema Theatre for our clients, friends, & sponsors. It was a tremendously successful event, we all enjoyed catching up with Buzz, Woody and friends after a 10 year hiatus since Toy Story 2!
Client Appreciation Events are just a way of giving ...
Mortgage Rates as of June 15th
June 15th, 2010Rates are slipping slightly and with the statement by Carney last week that prime will likely stay put for the remainder of 2010 those variable rates are becoming a VERY popular choice. Unsure if variable or fixed is the right choice? How about a hybrid? These 50/50% mortgages are becoming very popular ... Give Lisa a call to discuss!!!
Mortgage Rates effective: June 15, 2010
Closed Rates ...
A Bit of Philosophy for You
June 12th, 2010A home is more than a house. A home is where memories live, where life's passages are marked, accumulated in scrapbooks or by tiny pencil marks on a door frame that record the growth of a child. A home is where the troubles of the world are left behind, where we go to share in th ...
Robert Munsch Comes to Abbotsford!
June 7th, 2010Canada's most loved children's author is coming to the Abbey Arts Centre in October for two shows! Tickets are only $20 each, book sales and signing to follow each show. All profits from these two shows go to Auguston Traditional Elementary School's PAC to raise money for a playground expansion. See attached flyer for additional info.
Robert Munsch Flyer - ATES Fundraiser
