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Oct 1
2012

The Price is Right! Right?

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (1601)
 When your listing hasn't sold, what's the first thing you look at? All together now: PRICE! Right? Not always. Not even most of the time.   Many real estate agents claim that price cures all. And in a way, they're right. If you have a listing that shows poorly, is difficult to show... [ more ]
Sep 17
2012

Bank of Canada keeps interest rates on hold

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (569)
Bank of Canada keeps interest rates on hold The Bank of Canada kept its key policy rate at 1 per cent on September 5th, 2012, where it has been held steady for two years. This marks the longest period since the 1950s that rates have been left unchanged. The text accompanying the... [ more ]
Jun 26
2012

Key Questions Regarding Change to Government Insured Mortgages

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (1261)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 2012 ANNOUNCEMENT ON MEASURES TO SUPPORT THE LONG-TERM STABILITY OF CANADA’S HOUSING MARKET GENERAL Q. Why is the Government making these changes at this time? A. These measures will support the long-term stability of the Canadian housing and mortgage... [ more ]
Jun 15
2012

Canadian Home Sales Activity Moderates in May

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (1375)
  Canadian home sales activity moderates in May Published June 15, 2012 Uncategorized Leave a Comment  OTTAWA – June 15, 2012 – According to statistics released today by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), national resale housing... [ more ]
May 30
2012

Home price trends continue to diverge in April

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (1379)
OTTAWA – May 25th, 2012 – According to statistics released today by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), the MLS® Home Price Index, the leading measure of Canadian home prices, increased in April 2012. Highlights: The Aggregate Composite MLS® Home... [ more ]
Jan 7
2012

Choosing the Right School for Your Children

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (946)
Choosing the Right School for Your Children For many families, a move to a new province or community means making difficult choices. Choosing from among the wide array of options of appropriate day care for younger children or schools for the older ones can be a complex and time-consuming... [ more ]
Mar 9
2011

The Dangers of Cutting Commission

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (2041)
         The struggling real estate market has forced sellers to look for creative solutions to squeeze dollars out of their sale to break even or minimize their loss. More and more frequently, listing agents are asked to share the pain and cut their... [ more ]
Jan 4
2011

Top TEN ways to save Money

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (8646)
10. Resist Eating Out Taking the extra half-hour at night to make your own dinner, or the extra ten minutes to prepare lunch for the next day, may save you a host of worries when it comes time to pay the bills. If you feel a bit in the dark when it comes to cuisine, well hey, you can find a lot... [ more ]
Jan 3
2011

Top TEN ways to cut down on Air Pollution

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (2671)  ::  (2 comments)
As we enter into this New Year, I will be doing a segment on the top made New Years Resolutions. Resolution One: Being Green  1. Get a summer tune-up "The biggest source of [polluting] emissions in Canada is passenger road transportation. It's 49.9 per cent," says Chris... [ more ]
Apr 7
2010

Buy a Home with no downpayment?

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (1336)
ATTENTION FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS! Your first home could be closer than you think. What if owning your first home was within reach? What if turning rent into mortgage payments could be a reality? With a new and innovative program you could move into your first home faster. The Homeownership... [ more ]
Feb 22
2010

Benefits of Homeownership

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (1116)
The decision to purchase a home is exciting and a major investment for your future. Because there is only so much of it to go around, real estate is the top choice for many investors and the desire for most families. This article is designed to highlight some of the many benefits of home... [ more ]
Jan 11
2010

Buying VS Renting

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (2273)
When it comes to a home, you have two options: buy or rent. What is right for one person may not be right for another, which is why it's important to know which is the best option for your individual situation. Why People Rent There are a number of reasons why someone may either choose or be... [ more ]
Nov 29
2009

Hospice Opens Doors

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (1915)
It is official, the St. Joseph's Hospice has opened it's doors! Visit the Virtual Tour. A few pictures of the Hospice can also be view here. Thank you everyone for your continuing support. Bryan [ more ]
Nov 15
2009

5 Ways To Save Energy In The Colder Months

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (4897)
November is a great month-the holidays are fast approaching, we get to visit more often with family and friends, and colder weather makes us feel like getting cozy in our homes. Since you'll want to keep warm in the coming months, I'm including a list of tips for you this month that will help you... [ more ]
Oct 13
2009

Hospice Donation

Blog posted by Bryan Murray  ::  Views (6034)  ::  (1 comments)
On October 8, 2009 I had the honour of presenting the St. Joseph's Hospice with my first donation! In the name of my client, Franklin Guzman, $750 was presented. I am very excited to have been able to make this donation, and look forward to contributing more to this wonderful organization... [ more ]
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