♥GREAT WINTER HOMES SPECIAL!♥   Maricopa Turn Key Awesome Home for Sale in Rancho El Dorado  $139,000   41682 W Warren Lane 3Beds/2Baths  1480 SqFt of living space MLS# 5122381   You will love this kitchen that has loads of counter space, beautiful oak cabinetry and new white appliances with island.        A MUST SEE! This won't last long!!! Maricopa Turn Key Awesome Home for Sale in Rancho El Dorado     Enjoy this completely landscaped backyard with tons of pavers and raised beds along the walls.  Very private lot with no homes directly behind. INQUIRE ABOUT THIS WONDERFUL HOME TODAY!     To Get a FREE and complete list of beautiful Homes for Sale in Maricopa AZ,   visit my website, www.FindMaricopaHomes.com    Thank you for reading this page about  Maricopa Turn Key Awesome Home for S... 11/09/2014

***ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS!*** Own a home in Arizona! Home for Sale W/ Heated Pool & Spa in a Golf Course Maricopa  $168,000  42946 W ANNE Lane MARICOPA ARIZONA 85138 3 BEDROOMS | 2.5 BATHROOMS | 1608 SQUARE FEET | MLS: 5146133   Home for Sale W/ Heated Pool & Spa in a Golf Course in Maricopa   Welcome home to this spacious 3 bedroom 2.5 bath in popular Rancho El Dorado! This home is an entertainer's dream with all of the living areas & kitchen downstairs and a back yard to die for. As you walk in to the family room, you are greeted with views of the back yard and the dining and kitchen to the right. Continue through the storage-friendly kitchen to the laundry, powder room, and garage with built-in work benches. Tired of the company? Upstairs are all three bedrooms and a good sized loft th... 10/11/2014

Reported sales in Saskatoon - 439 - increase of 8% from 2012 Reported sales in surrounding area of Saskatoon - 117 - increase of 13% from 2012 Average selling price in Saskatoon - $353,315 - increase of 3% from 2012 Average selling price in surrounding area - $327,062 - increase of 9% from 2012 Number of new listings in Saskatoon - 715  Number of new listings in surrounding area - 294 Total active listings in Saskatoon - 1182 Total active listings in surrounding area - 917 Number of active agents - 620 Saskatoon posted its first year-over-year gains in terms of sales for the year as the market appears to be heating up for a busy summer. View a full market report and search homes for sale in Saskatoon and the surrounding area at my website! Any questions about the market? Feel free to co... 05/02/2013

Reported sales in Saskatoon - 344 - decrease of 6% from 2012 Reported sales in surrounding area of Saskatoon - 114 - increase of 14% from 2012 Average selling price in Saskatoon - $336,068 - increase of 3% from 2012 Average selling price in surrounding area - $322,484 - increase of 14% from 2012 Number of new listings in Saskatoon - 613  Number of new listings in surrounding area - 238 Total active listings in Saskatoon - 1081 Total active listings in surrounding area - 847 Number of active agents - 614 The number of sales in Saskatoon increased significantly from February as the market has picked up after it's incredibly slow start to the year. The average selling price continues to crawl higher even with sales being down. You can find a full market report here. 04/04/2013

I think this video does a great job of showcasing what a successful real estate brokerage provides for you. Century 21 Fusion in Saskatoon is one of the top Century 21 offices in Canada, and for good reason. I am very happy with my decision to use them as a hub for my business. 03/31/2013

Saskatoon has quickly become a very eco-friendly city over the last few years, with initiatives ranging from curbside recycling to local farmers markets and the opening of many trendy second-hand clothing stores. Bicycling Recently, the city and local businesses have taken on the initiative to provide a bicycle valet service at almost every summer event. This further encourages residents to leave their cars at home and use their bike to get around.  The city of Saskatoon has also created a number of guides which rank the streets of the city for cycling as well as providing information about the bike paths around the city, which are ever growing in number. It's not uncommon to see someone biking through the snow in -30C weather. Recycling Saskatoon has just begun to roll out a curbside "... 03/27/2013

As lending rules have tightened up in Canada over the last year, we've seen an increase in the number of days on market for lower, entry level homes. I attest this to the fact that younger people are continuing to rent instead of doing everything in their power to save up and purchase their first home. There are a number of reasons that owning a house is far superior to renting. 1. You are building equity - if you could have a nicer home for the same price you are renting for PLUS be able to sell that asset for more than what you paid for it in the future, would you? 2. Ability to re-invest in your home. Upgrades to your kitchen, basement, bathrooms, yard, flooring, etc. will all bring a return to you in the future. 3. Pride - let's be honest, it feels a lot nicer to be able to say you ... 03/18/2013

When looking to purchase commercial real estate, a large number of the available properties will never hit your local MLS. Often times, properties will be shopped around through a network of known buyers before they are made available to the public. In order to be one of the known buyers or prospective buyers who is contacted when the potential selling of the property becomes available, it is vital that you remain in constant contact with your Realtor as well as any other potential points of contact for the transaction.  If a property has been listed on the MLS, it is likely that it has already been passed over by a large number of commercial real estate buyers in your city. Be sure to have a thorough inspection done on the property and if it is an existing business make sure to complet... 03/13/2013

It's one of the biggest questions facing first time homebuyers and empty nesters. Is a house or a condo the right choice for them? House 1. Your own yard to enjoy with privacy from your neighbours. 2. Usually a larger living space. 3. You own the land which retains value. 4. No condo fees - but usually higher taxes as well as the costs of utilities which are often covered with your condo fees. 5. Freedom to do as you wish with your property and home - you are not governed by bylaws of a condo association. Condo 1. Very little maintenance required - no shoveling of sidewalks, mowing lawns, weeding, cleaning eavestroughs.  2. The exterior of your building including your windows are the responsiblity of the condo association. 3. Often times shared amenities like a games room, swimming pool... 03/11/2013

Reported sales in Saskatoon - 265 - decrease of 18% from 2012 Reported sales in surrounding area of Saskatoon - 85 - decrease of 11% from 2012 Average selling price in Saskatoon - $329,726 - increase of 6% from 2012 Average selling price in surrounding area - $260,215 - increase of 4% from 2012 Number of new listings in Saskatoon - 480  Number of new listings in surrounding area - 209 Total active listings in Saskatoon - 1040 Total active listings in surrounding area - 808  Number of active agents - 607 So far this year the number of reported sales has been down quite a bit year-over-year, the market appears to be picking up in the last week though, so we will see how March is. It's good that while in a slow market at the very moment the average selling price still continues to increase... 03/04/2013

Transform Your Home from Winter to Summer with These Easy Tips As the warm, hazy days of summer come slowly into view, we tend to start to think of how we can transform our winter houses into summer paradises. It’s not that difficult to ease from a warm, winter home into a breezy summer one if you follow these tips. Remove Winter Accessories During the winter months we tend to have accessories to keep us warm, like heavy blankets and draperies, fire logs, heaters and anything that keeps us warm and cozy. Once the summer hits however, it generates its own heat, so remove any accessory that isn’t needed. For example, put away those thick blankets, space heaters and dark drapes; instead put up bright sheer draperies and bring in fresh flowers to brighten and freshen the room. Bring Out the... 02/07/2013

For the third consecutive year, Saskatoon is the fastest growing city of any census metropolitan area in Canada, according to StatsCan. Saskatoon grew at a rate of 40.4 per thousand, the first time a city has grown at that rate in over 15 years. The population as of July 1, 2012 was 284,000, an increase of 11,200 from July 1 of 2011. Saskatoon is also the youngest city in Canada, according to StatsCan. The median age of residents of the city is 34.9, well below the national average of 40. There's no question that Saskatoon is the place to be in Canada and an economic hub of the prairies. Search Saskatoon homes for sale and contact me at your earliest convenience to figure out how we can get you into the new (move over Toronto) centre of the universe! 02/07/2013

Reported sales in Saskatoon - 222 - decrease of 10% from 2012 Reported sales in surrounding area of Saskatoon - 204 - increase of 10% from 2012 Average selling price in Saskatoon - $335,168 - increase of 10% from 2012 Average selling price in surrounding area - $379,312 - Increase of 4% from 2012 Number of new listings in Saskatoon - 571  Number of new listings in surrounding area - 204 Total active listings in Saskatoon - 1015 Total active listings in surrounding area - 738  Number of active agents - 600   Visit our website for a full Saskatoon real estate market update. 02/07/2013

As I've just become licensed in Commercial real estate now, and it's a far different game than residential real estate, I felt I'd share with you some of the basics of commercial real estate that I've learned over the last few months while studying for my exam. Commercial Real Estate 101 - an introduction to commercial real estate If you have any questions for me about commercial real estate or the Saskatoon real estate market in general, feel free to post them here! 01/22/2013

A newly formed company by the name of Brightenview Development International has acquired a quarter section of land near Dundurn, Saskatchewan, twenty minutes outside of Saskatoon. They are proposing to build a first of its kind for North America wholesale mall, which would make it the largest mall in North America and one of the top 10 largest malls in the world. According to the company, the 6.4 million square foot complex would house 350 stores and create 1000 new jobs. The concept of the mall is that Chinese companies will have displays for regular customers to shop at as well as for major corporations to do wholesale buying. It is a concept that has shown to be successful in China but would be the first of its kind in North America. Many people are skeptical as to why they would ch... 12/30/2012

2011 Residential Sales Market Begins on a Positive Note The 2011 residential resale market started on a positive note with Saskatoon REALTORS® assisting 195 home buyers with the purchase of their dream home. This number was up 10 % from January 2010 when 178 homes were sold. The $300,000 to $350,000 price range continues to be the most active. The average number of days to sell in the month of January was 43 days. The average residential selling price in January was $300,353.00 this number up 11 % from January 2010 when the average selling price was $270,265.00. The average residential price is derived by taking the month's dollar volume of homes sold and dividing that number by the unit sales number. The percentage of change should not be used unilaterally as prices vary from area to ... 02/05/2011

  Demand for Residential Housing Softened Slightly     For the month of September unit sales were down by 13% with 304 units selling as compared to 351 units selling in September of 2009.Year do date unit sales are down 7% with 2,830 units having sold. The average time on the market was 39 days. The greatest sales activity remains in the $300,000.00 to $350,000.00 price range. The average residential selling price in September was $312,582.00 up 12% from September 2009 when the average selling price was $279,457.00. Year to date the average selling price is also up 6% and stands at $294,465.00. The increased average selling price indicates sustained activity in the mid to upper price range. Another contributing factor is with new home construction being active numerous new homes are bei... 10/05/2010

Protecting Your Privacy While Your Home is on the Market      Numerous people are likely going to spend a considerable amount of time browsing through your home while it is on the market. If you are living in the home while it is for sale, your personal things will be on show too and potential buyers might look through drawers and other items that are inside your home. Your privacy and security may become an issue when showing your home, so it is important to consider all your options before you welcome someone into your home. For many individuals, it is very important for them to protect their privacy, while others are simply concerned that buyers will make assumptions about them and judge them instead of simply judging their home. However, the importance of protecting your privacy is ... 08/07/2010

Condo Living - A one Bedroom Condominium Opens Doors to Creativity      In her new one-bedroom loft in the lakeshore neighbourhood, Sarah enjoys a stunning city view. By focusing on what she was creating in her new space instead of what she was giving up, she was not only able to simplify her lifestyle but found new ways to use some of her most prized possessions. Less square footage doesn't necessarily equate to less living. Sarah said while entertaining a small group of friends in here stunning city view location within walking distance of her workplace and health club in downtown neighbourhood. Sarah's new space fits her tastes and lifestyle, having lived with her husband Jim and there two children for over 22 years, she realized that she was a slave to her house. "My two kids had mo... 08/07/2010

From Saskatoon Region Association of REALTORS® Inc Residential Home Sales Soften in the Month of July Home buying activity was down slightly in the month of July with 357 homes selling down 18% from July 2009 when 438 homes were sold. Year to date unit sale numbers are down 4% with 2,217 homes having sold as compared to 2,304 selling in 2009 at this time of year. The majority of the sales activity remained in the $300,000.00 to $350,000.00 price range. The average selling price remained strong at $289,715.00 up 2% from July 2009 when the average was $283,531.00. Year to date the average selling price is $290,515.00 up 5% from 2009 when the average year to date number was $277,490.00. The higher average selling price indicates continued strength in the mid price range homes. In July it ... 08/04/2010