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If you were to ask this question to a real estate professional, they would say "Of course they exist!" But the same question posed to a member of the general public might get a much different response, likely one clouded with uncertainty. Why is it that this little tidbit of information is common...
01/27/2009
  Transaction Brokerage (formerly known as Dual Agency in Alberta) is a common practice in common law real estate. Two examples where transaction brokerage might occur would be:   - You are working with a REALTOR® as your Buyer's Agent (ideally, under an Exclusive Buyer Brokerage Agreement). The...
01/03/2009
As the year came to a close, there are a few things to note when looking at the Lethbridge, Alberta real estate market for the month of December: 1. Currently there are 566 homes for sale in Lethbridge (399 single family, 146 condo, 21 mobile homes) 2. 118 of those 566 listings were put up for sa...
01/02/2009
In my efforts to stay on top of the real estate market in Lethbridge, I make it part of my job to study what homes are for sale. And I don't limit my efforts to just the properties listed on the MLS® system. I frequently visit the FSBO sites that have a small share of the real estate listed in ou...
12/28/2008
Are you considering buying a home in Lethbridge, Alberta? Are you looking for more space, a better location, an investment property? Are you pre-approved for a mortgage and ready to make your move? If you have answered all these with a yes... my next question is, "Why are you still waiting?" The ...
12/28/2008
This week, the Lethbridge and District Association of REALTORS® (LDAR) presented it's members the challenge of donating blood at our local Canadian Blood Services clinic. Although the turnout was not as impressive as it could have been, I am proud to say that over a third of the donations came fr...
12/06/2008
November statistics continue to reflect the balancing of our local market. The number of new listings each month continues to decline from previous months as only those "serious" about selling are putting their homes on the market. Prices have stabilized considerably with a 12 month average sale ...
12/03/2008
October 2008 stats show much of the same "settling" of the market that has prevailed for the past several months. A keen eye will see that the market has shifted and will use the help of a REALTOR® to seek out the opportunities that exist for buyers. There are many well priced investment properti...
11/23/2008
Updated January 29th: Since the initial publiciation of this post, all but two of my picks have SOLD. Apparently there were several other people who felt my picks were investment worthy!   In the course of my business, I come across many properties that make me think, "Should I add that one to my...
11/21/2008
The National Do Not Call List (DNCL) came into effect in Canada on September 30th, 2008. It is a set of rules that telemarketers must follow regarding unsolicited telecommunications (by way of either fax or phone). Consumers can register up to 3 different telephone numbers in an attempt to reduce...
11/18/2008
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A candid and insightful blog about Lethbridge Real Estate. Features market reports, tips and advice for buyers, sellers and investors as well as great information for those who just like to be "in the know". A clear view of the current state of the Lethbridge Real Estate Market!