Tuesday 23 August 2016

303A - 693 St. Anne's Rd

Come check out this wonderful condo now on the market! 303A - 693 St. Anne's Road is an absolutely great location. Starbucks right across the street, close to shopping, St. Vital Mall, and the perimeter, as well as all the other amenities the St. Vital area offers.
  It's a secure, professionally managed building, with a caretaker. It's very well maintained, with newer windows, and it has an elevator, so no stairs for all those groceries!
   the unit itself is a great two bedroom, upper floor unit. The kitchen has ample counter and cupboard space, with all the appliances included. The living room is spacious and inviting, featuring a gas fireplace. Next, you'll love the enclosed balcony with views on three sides. A great place to enjoy your morning coffee!
  The two bedrooms are both an excellent size, with large closets, and warm, wall to wall carpet. The bathroom is large and fully updated. And then there's the in-suite laundry, so no wandering the halls with your basket of clothes! All of this for $174,900
   So whether you're looking to get into the market for the first time, downsizing to get out of the maintenance of a home, or anything in between, this unit is worth your time. Call me at 204-990-3467, or email lukevberg@gmail.com to arrange your private viewing.







Friday 5 August 2016

July Stats

July Sales Down 3%; Dollar Volume Off 2%

WINNIPEG  -  July sales finished slightly above the 10-year average of 1,330 MLS® sales for this summer month. However they fell short of last year’s near 1,400 sales and the record year of 2014 when July sales reached close to 1,500. Despite the year’s July numbers, year-to-date MLS® sales activity is ahead of any previous year with 5 months to go.

Both new listings coming on the market in July and the inventory at the end of the month were down 8% from 2015. Yet they would be considered elevated especially in comparison to the 10-year average. For example, the 5,291® MLS® properties presently listed on the market for August are up 28% over the 10-year average.

“WinnipegREALTORS® experienced its strongest sales result ever for June and the first six months, so to start off in a more restrained fashion in July is no cause for concern,” said Stewart Elston, president of WinnipegREALTORS®.  “Summer months are never as busy as the spring which is not surprising given Manitobans’ penchant to take advantage of our glorious weather and all of the seasonal activities that come with it.”

MLS® sales of 1,350 were down 3% from July 2015 while dollar volume fell short by 2% in comparison to the same month last year. But year-to-date MLS® sales are up 7% and dollar volume has increased 9% over the same seven-month period in 2015.

Given the run-away dominance of residential-detached sales at 74% of total MLS® sales and condominiums contributing over 12% of sales, other property types comprise far less market share and consequently are all in the low single digits. Having said that, it should not detract from how well other property types are doing in comparison to 2015.

With the exception of rural and duplex classified property types, which are only keeping pace with last year, most other MLS® property types are experiencing double-digit increases.  Vacant land with building is up 155%, town houses - 93%, mobile homes - 25%, commercial - 24%, vacant land - 18%, and resort property - 12%.

“As we always caution buyers to look beyond the headlines and dig deeper when it comes to their specific interest in the local real estate market, this applies to all property types,” said Elston. “2016 is showing real strength and growth in the lower profile property types so it shows buyers are not only calling their REALTOR® about homes or condos.”

The most active price range for residential-detached sales in July 2016 was from $250,000 to $299,999 at 22% of total sales. 15% of the  sales activity was from $200,000 to $249,999 and close behind at 14% was the $300,000 to $349,999 price range.

The highest sales price was $1,275,000 while the lowest was only $15,000. The average number of days to sell a home was 30, 3 days faster than July 2015.

The most active price range for condominiums in July 2016 was from $150,000 to $199,999 at 34%. The second busiest price range was from $200,000 to $249,999 at 19%. Only 7% of condo sales in July went for over $350,000. The highest one sold for $899,000. The average days on market for condominium sales in July was 44, 3 days slower than July 2015.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
Established in 1903, WinnipegREALTORS® is a professional association representing over 1,900 real estate brokers, salespeople, appraisers, and financial members active in the Greater Winnipeg Area real estate market.  Its REALTOR® members adhere to a strict code of ethics and share a state-of-the-art Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) designed exclusively for REALTORS®. WinnipegREALTORS® serves its members by promoting the benefits of an organized real estate profession.  REALTOR®, MLS® and Multiple Listing Service® are trademarks owned and controlled by The Canadian Real Estate Association and are used under licence.
For further information, contact Peter Squire at (204) 786-8854.

Tuesday 2 August 2016

Increasing Your Home’s Value On A Tight Budget.

1Increasing Your Home’s Value On a Tight Budget
By Mary Sauer

If you’re planning to sell your home in the near future, you may have already considered what you’ll need to do to increase the value of your home. At Home Improvement Leads, we know that investing a large amount of money in remodeling your home before it even goes on the market isn’t always the most realistic, so here are some budget-friendly ways to increase your home’s value before you sell.

Start Outside

When you are selling your home, curb appeal is a big deal. A beautifully kept home exterior will not only attract more potential buyers with a positive first impression, it has also been found to increase the selling prices of homes. Begin with your landscaping, keeping things within budget by focusing on a lush and healthy lawn, eliminating weeds, and trimming any overgrown trees of plants. If you have a little money to spend, small improvements like planter boxes, fresh mulch, or even a bright new coat of paint to your front door can make all the difference in the creating a warm welcoming.

Replace Fixtures, Cabinet Pulls and Doorknobs

Since popular metal choices change frequently, the appearance of the fixtures, cabinet pulls, and doorknobs in your home can easily date your kitchen and bathroom. The good news is that updating these home accessories is fairly simple and inexpensive. You can quickly swap outdated hardware over the weekend with a small monetary investment, making this a budget-friendly home improvement that will increase your home’s style in a small but eye-catching way.

Apply a Fresh Coat of Paint

Do you want to transform your home in a week’s time? Buy a few gallons of neutral colored paint and give every wall in your home a facelift for a fresh and clean coat that will also increase brightness. This quick and budget friendly home improvement can make a big impact on your home’s value. Most real estate and home staging experts recommend using a neutral shade, because even though paint is an easy fix for the person buying your home, it’s often difficult for them to look past a color they dislike—and the wrong color could turn potential buyers away completely.

Focus on the Bathroom and Kitchen

Upgrades to the kitchen are believed the have the biggest impact on a home’s value and bathroom upgrades are a close second, so if you have a flexible budget, this is where you should focus. A kitchen or bathroom remodel can be a bit expensive, so work with the budget you have to make changes that will have the biggest impact. This could include replacing dated flooring, repainting cabinets, or upgrading an appliance that is well past its prime.

After years of struggle in the home market, we are finally experiencing a healthy and competitive seller’s market. As a homeowner who is considering selling your home, this is good news for you. Because of the improvements in the real estate market, small changes can have a big impact on your home’s value and make it even easier to sell your home.

Increasing Your Home’s Value On A Tight Budget.

1Increasing Your Home’s Value On a Tight Budget
By Mary Sauer

If you’re planning to sell your home in the near future, you may have already considered what you’ll need to do to increase the value of your home. At Home Improvement Leads, we know that investing a large amount of money in remodeling your home before it even goes on the market isn’t always the most realistic, so here are some budget-friendly ways to increase your home’s value before you sell.

Start Outside

When you are selling your home, curb appeal is a big deal. A beautifully kept home exterior will not only attract more potential buyers with a positive first impression, it has also been found to increase the selling prices of homes. Begin with your landscaping, keeping things within budget by focusing on a lush and healthy lawn, eliminating weeds, and trimming any overgrown trees of plants. If you have a little money to spend, small improvements like planter boxes, fresh mulch, or even a bright new coat of paint to your front door can make all the difference in the creating a warm welcoming.

Replace Fixtures, Cabinet Pulls and Doorknobs

Since popular metal choices change frequently, the appearance of the fixtures, cabinet pulls, and doorknobs in your home can easily date your kitchen and bathroom. The good news is that updating these home accessories is fairly simple and inexpensive. You can quickly swap outdated hardware over the weekend with a small monetary investment, making this a budget-friendly home improvement that will increase your home’s style in a small but eye-catching way.

Apply a Fresh Coat of Paint

Do you want to transform your home in a week’s time? Buy a few gallons of neutral colored paint and give every wall in your home a facelift for a fresh and clean coat that will also increase brightness. This quick and budget friendly home improvement can make a big impact on your home’s value. Most real estate and home staging experts recommend using a neutral shade, because even though paint is an easy fix for the person buying your home, it’s often difficult for them to look past a color they dislike—and the wrong color could turn potential buyers away completely.

Focus on the Bathroom and Kitchen

Upgrades to the kitchen are believed the have the biggest impact on a home’s value and bathroom upgrades are a close second, so if you have a flexible budget, this is where you should focus. A kitchen or bathroom remodel can be a bit expensive, so work with the budget you have to make changes that will have the biggest impact. This could include replacing dated flooring, repainting cabinets, or upgrading an appliance that is well past its prime.

After years of struggle in the home market, we are finally experiencing a healthy and competitive seller’s market. As a homeowner who is considering selling your home, this is good news for you. Because of the improvements in the real estate market, small changes can have a big impact on your home’s value and make it even easier to sell your home.