Calgary Real Estate - Andy Jackson

Andy Jackson
CENTURY 21 BAMBER REALTY LTD.
1612 - 17 AVENUE S.W., Calgary, AB
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Thursday, September 2, 2010 - August 2010 CREB Stats are up!

Sales have slowed but there is still a lot of good inventory on the market and sellers are showing more flexibility than previous months in 2010.

posted in News at Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:34:42 -0600

Tuesday, August 24, 2010 - Condo life, there are drawbacks

Great little article on some of the drawbacks of owning a condo. Every owner should be aware of them. http://www.househunting.ca/calgary/condos/Condo/3404056/story.html

posted in News at Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:35:37 -0600

Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - 15 Best Communities from Avenue Magazine

Great online article from Avenue Magazine Calgary which goes through the 15 "best communities" to live in (as per their research) and also highlights the most pedestrian friendly, safest, friendliest, best curb appeal and best for parks/rec! Enjoy! http://www.avenuecalgary.com/articles/page/item/calgary039s-best-neighbourhoods

posted in News at Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:03:57 -0600

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 - July 2010 CREB stats are up!

Check the Real Estate Resources page for the new stats from CREB!

posted in News at Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:01:44 -0600

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 - Strong home prices

Here's a small article from G&M stating that house prices in Canada are still strong. It cites the Teranet-National Bank index and compares is to our US counterpart. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/top-business-stories/house-prices-now-42-over-peak-a-regional-breakdown/article1654509/

posted in News at Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:36:07 -0600

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - Candians buying US real estate

Canadians are leading the pack with foreign investment in US real estate http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/canadians-snap-up-us-properties/article1638310/

posted in News at Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:15:17 -0600

Monday, July 5, 2010 - BMO lowers 5 year fixed to compete w RBC....the other 3 are still .10% above

Although all the banks have increased their lending rates some, like BMO and RBC, have lowered their rates. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/mortgages/bmo-lowers-mortgage-rates/article1629048/

posted in News at Mon, 05 Jul 2010 15:18:29 -0600

Thursday, June 17, 2010 - Bearish view point from one economist

A cheif economist from Gluskin Sheff view point on the Canadian real estate market. Also cites a less weary view point from BMO. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/top-business-stories/why-david-rosenberg-sees-a-cold-spring-for-real-estate/article1607523/

posted in News at Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:13:06 -0600

Monday, June 14, 2010 - Why hire a home inspector?

This is a good article on why you should always have a home inspection done on most properties. I always recommend having an inspection done prior to removing conditions! http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/what-to-expect-when-youre-inspecting-a-home/article1599654/

posted in News at Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:11:23 -0600

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - SOCIO-ECONOMIC OUTLOOK by City of Calgary

Interesting outlook for Calgary and Alberta put out by the City of Calgary. Focuses on risks that are present and potential upside/downside http://www.calgary.ca/docgallery/bu/finance/economics/socio_economic_outlook/socio_econ_outlook_2009_2019_vol_1_exec_summary.pdf

posted in News at Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:37:43 -0600

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 - HOUSING STARTS FALL

Housing starts are down this month, good thing to keep an eye on for overall market conditions. Article from Globe and Mail. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/housing-starts-unexpectedly-fall/article1595963/

posted in News at Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:54:05 -0600

Friday, June 4, 2010 - PITFALLS OF MORTGAGE LIFE INSURANCE

Good article about the pitfalls of mortgage life insurance. It might not be enough protection for you and your family. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/do-you-want-to-protect-your-lender-or-your-family/article1587006/

posted in News at Fri, 04 Jun 2010 11:31:40 -0600

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 - MAY 2010 CREB SALES DATA RELEASED

Check out the "Real Estate Resources" section of my website for the latest CREB sales information.

posted in News at Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:32:31 -0600

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 - Tales of Growth

One persons views on growth in major Canadian cities. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/how-cities-grow-up-is-in/article1571442/

posted in News at Tue, 01 Jun 2010 13:39:22 -0600

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 - HOUSING AFFORDABILITY

Here's an article from the Globe and Mail about housing affordability in Canada. It says that for the most part house's have become less affordable, with Alberta being the exception. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/home-ownership-costs-rise-across-canada/article1579750/

posted in News at Wed, 26 May 2010 10:36:58 -0600

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - CALGARY REDEVELOPMENT INFO

This is an great article from Jesse Semko at Avenue Calgary Magazine. Check out the full article online! http://avenuecalgary.com/articles/page/item/the-future-face-of-calgary

posted in News at Wed, 19 May 2010 16:34:55 -0600

Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - Mortgage Fraud found in Alberta

Financial auditors have found there to be tens of millions of dollars in mortgage fraud found in Alberta. The intricate web was created by insiders at BMO, mortgage brokers and real estate agents. The technique used was through a scam using a "straw buyer". Please click the link below for the full story. http://www.cbc.ca/canada/calgary/story/2010/05/04/mortgage-fraud-bank.html

posted in News at Wed, 05 May 2010 16:04:21 -0600

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