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London at Heritage Station Condo’s For Sale
May 29, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
Still looking to live in London at Heritage? There are still several condo’s available in the first phase. Why go and buy direct from the builder at an inflated price PLUS 5% GST? These units do not last long, this is an exceptional development with future amenities that will be envied. Start your search today [...]
NO DOWN PAYMENT? YES You Can
May 29, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · 2 Comments
Free Down Payment Mortgage Program Zero Down Payment Mortgage – Gone.. but there is something else. If you’re wondering why government backed zero down mortgages have disappeared in Canada, it is because of the mortgage/foreclosure crisis in the States. These products, originally offered by Alternative Lenders, quickly disappeared when several, if not most, of the [...]
Fixed Rate Mortgage vs. Variable – The Great Debate
May 29, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
The Great Rate Debate Should I even start? This is a huge topic of controversy among Canadians right now between those of us with industry knowledge and experience and even those who don’t. “Here’s my OPINION on Fixed Rates versus a Variable Rate in today’s economic state; I do not present this with any claims [...]
Hart mansion formerly owned by Calgary wrestling family for sale
May 14, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
Three-storey mansion includes wrestling dungeon By Mario Toneguzzi, Calgary Herald May 14, 2010 7:02 AM Described as “one of the most sophisticated buying opportunities of this century,” the iconic Hart mansion, one of the country’s most famous historical residences, has been listed for sale in Calgary for nearly $5 million, the Herald has learned. The three-storey [...]
Don Campbell Agree’s Renters to Suffer with Rules Change
April 28, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
Don Campbell — Author of 81 Financial and Tax Tips for the Canadian Real Estate Investor (Wiley, $36.95) and President of REIN (Real Estate Investment Network of Canada) discusses the new Mortgage Rules and how they will affect the Canadian Renter as well as the availability of rental property in Canada. As he points out, [...]
Separation Divorce and Real Estate in Calgary
April 28, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
Getting separated or divorced in Calgary these days is not unusual. Having family members or friends that are going through this transition in their life is common. How people deal with the transition can range from extremely volatile to very amicable. Which way do you think is best for all concerned? As in previous posts, [...]
Buying a Condo in Calgary?
April 19, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
If you have purchased or are considering a Condo as your next home purchase in Calgary, don’t forget the content insurance. Most condo corporations have insurance that will cover your loss in the event of a fire that is not your fault, however, don’t forget about your contents! Sadly, both tenants and home owners alike [...]
Calgary Flames House for Sale
April 2, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
Dion Phaneuf – The former all-star defenceman was emotional when he told reporters that he was caught off guard by news of the trade. “It was definitely a shock, but I’m very excited about going to Toronto and being a Maple Leaf.Phaneuf will arrive in Toronto on Sunday night and will skate with the team on Monday. Dion has [...]
London at Heritage Station Condo Defaults
April 2, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
The Calgary Herald posted an ad last week about Danny Cote, a London at Heritage Station condo buyer who last year put down 5% of the THEN purchase price of $420,000 as a deposit on the condo. The Article stated that CMHC agreed to insure the loan based on the purchase price 2 1/2 years [...]
CIR Joins Global Group
March 10, 2010 by Nikkibrokerab · Leave a Comment
Calgary-based CIR Realty, one of Canada’s largest independent real estate organizations, has joined Chicago-based Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. CIR Realty now is linked to more than 600 real estate companies internationally in the largest network of firms in the residential real estate industry, with 150,000 realtors and more than $300 billion in [...]
