May 20, 2020 - How is the Canmore market doing?
We have been asked this question many times over the past few weeks.
As the Covid-19 event has progressed, many have been wondering how this will affect our real estate market. None of us know for certain...
April 24, 2020 - Best case scenario forecast shows Canada’s aggregate home price could grow a modest 1% by the end of 2020If the pandemic continues to heavily restrict business activity through late summer, a national home price decrease of 3% is...
March 23, 2020 - We Work Hard to Keep You Informed: Notes from Your Team ~ Jordy & Jim
Steady Market & Sales Rise Towards Spring
As we move into March, we see steadily increasing activity with new buyers excited about entering the market. Our listing...
March 19, 2020 - Photo by: Terra Mallorca
Which is better? To make an offer and then put your house on the market? Or, get an offer before looking for your next dream home?
Moving from one property to another may be a much-needed step in most...
December 16, 2019 - Canadian households should start to see a lower trend for the debt service ratio in 2020 according to a new report from TD Economics.
Economists have been looking back over 2019 and made predictions for the new year and note that interest...
November 22, 2019 - The mortgage stress test, extended to uninsured mortgages in January 2018, has generated a diversity of opinions. Its proponents argue that the stress test has introduced financial discipline while not hurting prospective homebuyers. The...
August 18, 2019 - Year to Date Sale Numbers up 14%
We hope that you have been enjoying your summer. After a tough start weather wise Canmore and Banff are enjoying long warm days, perfect for all your mountain adventures. 2019 has continued to be very...
July 24, 2019 - Slightly reducing down payments and saving surplus cash in a reserve account could mean lower mortgage defaults according to a recent study.
The JPMorgan Chase Institute found that when borrowers have less than three months’ mortgage...
June 18, 2019 - Photo Credit: Tierra Mallorca - www.tierra-mallorca.com
Click here for full article: Ottawa to Help First Time Buyers Lower Mortgage Payments
A new federal program designed to help middle class families get on the housing ladder is...
February 14, 2019 - Should You Break Your Fixed-Rate Mortgage Contract?
Are you thinking about breaking your fixed-rate mortgage? While traditionally considered a financial faux-pas, many Canadians choose to break their fixed-rate mortgage when they find...