Chris Robinson's (chrisrobinson) Blog

The housing market crash cought many owners, sellers and buyers unaware.  Does anyone know if it originated in the east of Canada and then moved slowly province by province westward?  Or, as I suspect, did it start in the East (Ontario) and jump to the West(Vancouver) and is now slowly moving tow...

Have you ever noticed that many items are over packaged?  Some time ago, I recall that the best and tidiest packages were bought in small curio shops.  However, I recently bought a sweater in a high priced gift shop in Vancouver.  In return for my money, I received my sweater wrapped in paper, se...

In today's market, I meet many people every day who are concerned about inesting in real estate.  Do not be afraid!  When purchasing a home one must remember that you are buying a home.  Everyone needs one and to invest in one makes good financial, social and familial sense.  Remember that you ar...

Today I dropped off two winter coats and a fleecy to a local charity.  It is my hope that someone can use these items as we have had a spell of cold weather lately.   I usually go through my closets about three times a year and come away with garbage bags full of slightly used clothing that was e...

Hello all.  Is anyone familiar with Buyer Brokerage Agreements.   I would like anyone`s comments about them.  Do you use them.  What is the response .  If you are a member of the general public, a buyer brokerage agreement is where your realtor has you sign an agreement that she he is working for...

Hello all.This is an introduction to South Alberta, Canada.  Today is a sunny crisp morning with fresh snow covering the ground.  The snow won't last for long tho. Before long, a chinook (a warm wind) will lift the temperature by several degrees, the snow will melt, and it will feel like spring! ...

I really wish that there was a bust of the balloon in S. Alberta.  I find so many people are being priced right out of the market.  What used to be a nice 3 bedroom home that would sell for 150-200,000 is now upwards of 260,000.  Maybe the prices will come down to a more affordable level, but I d...